Bud's Plumbing Service Inc

Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, Water Heaters,

About us

ANGIE'S LIST SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER IN 2012, 2013, 2015 and 2017! Nip It In The Bud with Bud's Plumbing! Serving the Tri-State since 1920, we will provide free trip charge during regular business hours, We also provide a written estimate before work begins so you know exactly how much your cost will be before we begin the work. Call Bud's today for all of your plumbing needs. Ask about our Angie's List Discount.

Business highlights

104 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Plumbing repairs & replacement, water line, pilot lights, gas lines, drain cleaning, new sinks, boiler, pipe, gas leak detection, drain line, ice maker connection, heating, water heater, faucet, heat system inspection & startup.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

$25 off

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.6117 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
78%
4
10%
3
3%
2
4%
1
4%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.1
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.8

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Showing 26-50 of 117 reviews

Kathleen W.
09/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The serviceman was excellent!!! Very friendly and professional. He kept us aware of what he was going to do and how much it would cost before he moved forward. I would recommend to everyone.
Description of Work: He fixed an outside faucet , and installed a service panel on the inside.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Hazel J.
06/2015
4.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
It was fine. It was just one fellow and he was good. He was prompt on arrival and prompt on getting it done.
Description of Work: Bud's Plumbing Service Inc cleared the line from the washer out.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

Keith B.
04/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They were fast and professional. If you think thier prices are high you havent tried any of thier competitors lately.
Description of Work: Repair mounting ring an install toilet on a Sunday morning.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$360

Logan S.
03/2015
3.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Great service, but proceed with caution. Our first water bill after we purchased our new house was for 500+ dollars (about 10 times what we normally use in a month). We immediately called Bud's to inspect for any leaks that might have contributed to that ridiculous bill. They were able to have two technicians come out that day, which was great. They arrived on time and were polite. After inspecting the whole house, we could only find a few poorly-adjusted toilet floats. They were kind enough to adjust those (just a few second fix) without any charge. They suggested that our two toilets were likely culprits. They quoted approximately $200/toilet to replace the internal components of the toilet and the hose going from the wall to the toilet, or a bit more to install brand new toilets. Since I could buy a brand new mid-level toilet and install it myself for the quoted price, and it still seemed unlikely to me that the toilet floats could cause 10 times our normal water usage, I declined their offer. I never did see or hear any water trickling in due to the float, even before they adjusted it. I kept a close eye on our water meter for the next few days and verified that there was no water flowing when we were not intentionally using any (something that in retrospect, I'm surprised their technicians didn't do). Our next water bill was average, and to this day, I suspect our first bill was due to some sort of fishy estimation on the part of the water utility. All in all, the Bud's technicians were prompt and polite, but I felt like they were trying to push me into a service that I didn't at all need. I'm glad I didn't spend the $400 for a service that wouldn't have done anything to help me. My advice would be to proceed with caution when working with them. Use your common sense before agreeing to anything just because it was recommended.
Description of Work: Inspected house for leaks and offered solution.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0


Diana B.
03/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
He came out and did it right away. Everything with them was excellent. He was on time and was reasonable. They give fair prices and I would use them again. They are probably the best Angie’s List find for me.
Description of Work: I used Bud's Plumbing. I used him to fixed the sink and he came back to install a water assistant stun pump.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

ray Q.
09/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Highly recommended. Honest. Prompt. Fair process. They seem to always know what they are doing.
Description of Work: We have used them a few times now. Repaired shower this time. Before they replaced leaking connections and pipes that burst from freeze.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$173

Tim K.
09/2014
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
Was available the same day I called and stayed late into the evening until the problem was solved. As it turned out, the city had accidentally grouted over our tap at the manhole and the gentlemen from Bud's worked closely with the city employee to resolve the issue. I would highly recommend them.
Description of Work: Drain Cleaning

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Holly B.
06/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The gentleman wore foot covers and cleaned up everything before he left. He ended up fixing the sink facet, cleaned out the pipes in the kitchen, fixed a slow sink in our guest bathroom and reviewed all water pipes under the house. He was at our home for about 3 hours. Very nice man, very good work and we could not tell he was even there after the work was complete. I will certainly call Bud's again and HIGHLY recommend them.
Description of Work: We tried to install a facet outselved (in a kitchen corner sink) and was not able to do it correctly. We called Bud's and they were out the next day. I was very impressed with his professionalism. Outstanding work!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

Carla L.
06/2014
5.0
plumbing, wells
  + 0 more
He was very friendly and professional. He was also very knowledgeable. I've used Bud's Plumbing for many years and would recommend them.
Description of Work: My back-up sump pump battery was dead. I paid $39 for the inspection, and $186.00 for the battery, and 161.00 for labor for the replacement of the battery.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$356

Maggie M.
05/2014
3.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I didn't have a great experience with them to be honest. They were talking about opening the wall and doing this and that. They didn't charge me. They just came in and gave me an estimate. I called them and told them we got the faucet for the bath shower. I have a problem with the water, it was very slow and they came and looked in the bathroom and said we have to go from here for your shower and open this and open that. Then they were going over $2000. I said what if we don't do this and just do just the basic. They said $1700 something. I said I can't afford it. I didn't think it was going to cost that much. We fixed it with $17 and some change. That really made me mad because they kept calling and saying that we can do this and we can do that. They normally have good technicians but I didn't. They were really nice. Everything was really good except the price. The good thing was that my brother was here with me. I just was hoping that they would say okay if we do it this way then you don't have to spend that much money. They were really, really nice. It was just the price they gave me. There was nothing wrong with the professionalism or anything.
Description of Work: I used Bud's Plumbing Service Inc. for an estimate.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

$1,700

Debbie M.
03/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I love the company and Blake, the person who comes to my home. They are very professional and polite. I like the fact that they are not obnoxious or pushy. They give you the price before they do anything. The prices are a bit high, but the quality is good. Further, the put a 1 year warranty on all parts and work.
Description of Work: He replaced the inside of two toilet tanks and he fixed a minimal leak in the crawl space. He also replaced the outside faucet (sillcock).

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$524

Andrea M.
01/2014
3.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I called Bud's for a quote to fix a bathtub drain. The serviceman quoted me $658. I called Hoffman Plumbing and got a quote for $330. Bud's said it would take 2 men 3 hours to fix the problem. Hoffman was able to fix the problem in less than 1 hour with 1 man. The serviceman left for over an hour to get supplies even though he said that the service would not be able to be started for 4 days because he needed 2 men. I was paying someone to meet the serviceman at my house, as I had to work, so I incurred additional expense as she had to wait for him to return. When the serviceman finally returned, he left the supplies at my house ????. When I decided to go with Hoffman, I called and the receptionist told me kindly to place the supplies on the porch and someone would pick them up. After 2 weeks, I called to make sure someone was going to pick up the supplies as I did not want them to be stolen and the the other receptionist was rude. Hoffman Plumbing saw the supplies and stated that the supplies on the porch were not the correct parts to correct my plumbing issue. Overall it was a bad experience.
Description of Work: Received a quote to fix a bathtub drain

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0

$658

MANDY M.
01/2014
1.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
My daughter had flushed a toilet paper holder down the toilet and it was stuck. The plumbers showed up on time and were professional. I was quoted 200 if they could fix it and 300 if they had to take the toilet off to get it out. This was VERY high, but I told them to proceed. 10 minutes later they had the toilet off and said I would need a new toilet as they couldn't get the toilet paper holder out. They quoted me $800 for a new toilet that I can buy at lowes for $200. I. Asked them how much for them to leave and was told 146. I paid them cash. When they let, I had the toilet paper holder out of the toilet and it was remounted.....it took me less than 5 minutes to fix it. Complete rip off and I am sure there are people who wouldn't have known any better and would have paid them for the new toilet. Absolutely a rip off, unscrupulous, and down right deceptive. I paid them 146 to spend 10 minutes taking a toilet off and leave it in the floor. Reflecting on this, I should have told them to bill me and refused to pay. Absolute worst contractor experience be ever had. There is no way I would use them again and I would STRONGLY recommend anyone against them.
Description of Work: Took a toilet off to un stop it

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0

$146

Stephanie H.
12/2013
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I dont remember much about this service call excepy we had water backing up our drain. Ii remember them being expensive but able to get here quickly.
Description of Work: I used Bud's Plumbing Service

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
2.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0


Heather V.
12/2013
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 0 more
It went well aside from the fact that the receptionist was quite rude when I called back wanting a time of when they would be here. They preformed the service in a timely manner though but they were smoking while doing so.
Description of Work: Cleaned out our line between the house and the road

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Karen G.
09/2013
5.0
drain cleaning, gas leak repair, plumbing
  + 1 more
Excellent service! Very professionall and pleasant.
Description of Work: In addition to the items above, they installed 2 gas lines, to the dryer and grill. The last item they replaced was an outside faucet. One of the most important things they did for us was to replace a gas line to our bedroom fireplace that we cut with a "saws all". Bob, who has been our plumber every time, told us where the gas turn off was and came first thing the next morning to replace the pipe. We have also had the typical problems with toilets that Bob has also fixed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

s N.
09/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Tried to replace a shut off valve and the extension that was attached broke off inside the 90. Called Bud's on a Saturday and had a plumber out approx 3 hours later. Plumber was very professional and fixed the issue pretty quickly. $59 trip charge for a weekend call which didn't seem too unreasonable. Thought the price overall was fair, will definitely call Bud's for my next plumbing issue.
Description of Work: replaced a section of piping and shut off valve

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$159

Sheila C.
08/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Very well, they are very efficient, professional and did an excellent job. I've had no problems since!
Description of Work: I had a leak from the water valves due to hard water residue, this was causing a huge leak on my bedroom carpet. Bud's replaced the old valves with better ones to minimize the problem from happing again or at least for a very long time

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$120

Daniel H.
08/2013
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
They were the highest. The interactions were fine. I got 3 different quotes and I had a lower quote that was actually going to do more and the other person seemed a little bit more knowledgeable. Bud's was fine and they were very professional and it seemed like a reasonable quote. I would use them if the price is right.
Description of Work: I got a quote from Bud's Plumbing Service Incorporated for plumbing. I had a main water pipe burst in my house so I was doing plumbing all the way up to the street.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,900

Robert W.
07/2013
4.0
gas leak repair, plumbing, water heater repair
  + 1 more
Fair job overall but price was rediculous. This was further compounded by an estimate from the same company for the replacement of an exterior spigot for $490.00. Other estimates were in the $150.00 to $175.00 range.
Description of Work: Replaced a copper gas line with a flex line and new fittings going to a water heater.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$400

Chuck W.
07/2013
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
On time, pleasant, professional, although a bit expensive.
Description of Work: Unclog kitchen drain and clean lines.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

catherine B.
05/2013
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
the team was very prompt, after finding the source of our leak the technician explained fully to my husband exactly what was needed and how they would repair and clean up debris We felt the price was a little high but everything is too high now We hope to not need to call for their service again but would definitely use this team again
Description of Work: replaced all water and drain lines from upstairs bathroom to basement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,300

Greg B.
05/2013
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
Bud's Plumbing Service Inc were good. They were in and out in 45 minutes.
Description of Work: I used Bud's Plumbing Service Inc to unclog all the drains and replaced the back faucet.They were there on time.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$475

Response from Bud's Plumbing Service Inc
Thanks (Member name removed), I will pass your comments on to my techs. Your business is much appreciated. Mark

Larry H.
05/2013
3.0
water heater repair
  + -1 more
The job went okay but it cost more than what we thought it was.
Description of Work: Bud's Plumbing Service Inc replaced our water heater.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Response from Bud's Plumbing Service Inc
Thanks (Member name removed) for taking the time to post a review. As with most everything today it cost more than we anticipate that's why we like to talk about the cost before we do the work. Your business is much appreciated. Mark

Scott D.
04/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They are very good and very reliable. They are usually expensive but they are people that you'll pay for it but they'll do it right. You get what you pay for. I like that they could cover an emergency and do it promptly and accurately.
Description of Work: We had emergency pipe freeze and burst and Bud's Plumbing Service came and did it after hours. It was an outside faucet in the garage that burst.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$160

Response from Bud's Plumbing Service Inc
Thanks (Member name removed) for calling Bud's, we appreciate you taking the time to fill out an Angie's List review. Mark

Contact information

400 E Illinois St, Evansville, IN 47711

http://www.budsplumbing.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
M7312
Trade License Locale
Kentucky
Trade License Authority
Kentucky: Contractors
Trade License Expiration
10/31/2025

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Plumbing,
Drain Cleaning,
Water Heaters,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Natural Gas Lines,
Sewer Cleaning,
Wells and Pumps,
Excavating,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Water Filtration and Softening,
Septic Systems

FAQ

Bud's Plumbing Service Inc is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Open All Day

Monday: Open All Day

Tuesday: Open All Day

Wednesday: Open All Day

Thursday: Open All Day

Friday: Open All Day

Saturday: Open All Day

Bud's Plumbing Service Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
No, Bud's Plumbing Service Inc does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, Bud's Plumbing Service Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Bud's Plumbing Service Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Bud's Plumbing Service Inc offers emergency services.
Yes, Bud's Plumbing Service Inc offers warranties.
Bud's Plumbing Service Inc offers the following services: Plumbing repairs & replacement, water line, pilot lights, gas lines, drain cleaning, new sinks, boiler, pipe, gas leak detection, drain line, ice maker connection, heating, water heater, faucet, heat system inspection & startup.

Contact information

400 E Illinois St, Evansville, IN 47711

http://www.budsplumbing.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day