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Sparrow & Sons Plumbing & Heating

Plumbing, Water Heaters, Drain Cleaning,

About us

If you need water heater repair, bathroom plumbing remodeling or drain cleaning, Sparrow & Sons is the place to call! Simply give our company a call, and we will send a plumber out to your home or business to assess the problem. We are a fourth generation local residential and commercial plumbing company that has been serving the area since the mid-1940s, so we have built a great reputation among the community. We are always available to assist you with any plumbing issues you are having, and we will be able to recommend the ideal solution. We are fully licensed, bonded and insured, so you can trust our professionals to get the job done right.

Business highlights

73 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Plumbing - Drain & Sewer Cleaning, Water Heater Repair, Bathroom Remodeling, Water Softening & Conditioning Equipment & Repair, Plumbers, Water Filtration & Purification Equipment

Amenities

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.8246 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
89%
4
6%
3
1%
2
2%
1
2%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.5
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.8
Showing 126-150 of 246 reviews

Barrie T.
03/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The plumber arrived on time and was very personable and professional. He had all the equipment needed. He knew immediately what the source of our leak was (old leaky spray hose in kitchen sink) and replaced it. As it happened, the replacement sprayer was faulty and he had to return a few days later and do it again, which he did at no charge.
Description of Work: Sparrow repaired a sink leak for us and replaced washers in two of our faucets.

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
$175

Diane H.
03/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I was very satisfied with my service from Sparrow Plumbing. I will definitely use them again for all of my plumbing needs
Description of Work: Tommy came out to fix toilets that were running intermittnley. he replaced all the the parts for these, then looked at my hot water heater. . He did not try to sell me anything I did not need. He took his time and fully explained everything. I will definitely use again!

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

Jean-Mary V.
03/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The technician found clogging from Durham's new non-chlorine water additive, a broken pressure valve, and one burned-out element. He showed my husband everything that was causing the water heater to fail, and suggested different ideas for repairs. He was a real professional but very patient and friendly.
Description of Work: We called Sparrow & Sons to identify and repair a problem with our hot water heater. They offered to come check it out that day (free estimate) and repair it during the same visit, if we agreed/approved. Their repair guy arrived very promptly and was able to ascertain the problem quickly, showing us precisely where all the problems were. He described the necessary current repairs but also offered some suggestions about avoiding the same type of problems in the future. The repairs took care of the problems instantly and were much less expensive than we had feared they would be: we received very good value for our money.

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
$250

Lynda C.
03/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Their work is consistently excellent.
Description of Work: Repaired our air conditioner. Made an appointment right away, worked quickly and efficiently, explained the problem thoroughly and completed the work. No problems since.

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
$800

mitch S.
02/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
He was done prior to the time he gave me and was very good.
Description of Work: I needed my downstairs bathroom fixed.My daughter graduated and we had people coming.

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
$90

Bradley W.
02/2013
1.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 0 more
Sparrow charged $95 per hour, per man as they attempted to locate my lift station pump. The pump itself cost $400 so I was charged $1300 for labor. They would not negotiate these charges. As professionals they should have had some idea of where the lift station was located Over the years I have replaced the pump myself in about 20 minutes so it wasn't a big deal...In my opinion Sparrow Plumbing is not a reputable firm. I wouldn't use them again if they were the last plumber in Orange County. Save some money and look elsewhere.
Description of Work: Sparrow was hired to replace a sewage lift station pump.

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

$1,700

Response from Sparrow & Sons Plumbing & Heating
We have no record of this customer in our file base. we do not generally do work in the Raleigh are because of the distance it is from Carrboro for service work. This is a hoax and needs to be removed. Why would a post from 1998 be put on today? Please removbe immediately. This is unprofessional of Angies List.

Matthew S.
01/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I noticed a water stain on the ceiling of my dining room which is below my master bath. I cut a hole in the ceiling to see where the leak was coming form but the pipes were all dry and there was no active leak. I kept an eye on it but the stain never got bigger. A week or two later we noticed the carpet floor in the room next to the master bath upstairs was very wet. At this point I gave up, shut off the water to the house and called Sparrow and Sons the next morning. They were able to come out that afternoon. Walter and an older gentleman whose name I forget were very nice and professional. It took them a total of one hour to diagnose the leak and fix it (it was from a leaky pipe in the wall behind the master bath sink - they had to cute a small hole in the office wall to get to it). They also fixed a leak near the whole-house shut off valve. I was charged for 2 workers x 1 hour plus parts. $293 total which I think was a fair price.
Description of Work: Fixed leaking pipe in wall behind sink in master bath.

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
$293

Gary L.
01/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Mike and crew were absolutely professional in every way. Job was done quickly and efficiently and final price was exactly as quoted before the job was performed. Mike also provided critical consultation on water heater upgrade options and methods, with no additional consultation fee. Mike and the Sparrow plumbing crew are definitely focused on customer satisfaction. I will call on them for any future plumbing needs and highly recommend their service.
Description of Work: Re-plumbed kitchen, washer, bathroom lavatory. Installed new toilet and disposed of old.

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
$2,400

Grace H.
12/2012
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair
  + 0 more
Sparrow came out and gave me an estimate and then installed the system on the date agreed upon. The system is working perfectly. I got two estimates and Sparrow's was the best and I was able to use a 10% off Angies coupon. The system has also save money on my monthly electric bill from the elimination of the two electric hot water heaters. I would and will use Sparrow again for plumbing work.
Description of Work: Installed a tankless hot water heater system that replaced two electric hot water heaters.

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
$3,800

Margaret J.
12/2012
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
It went well and I would use them again.
Description of Work: The technician determined that I needed to replace the seal on my toilet in bonus room--appeared as a leak in the ceiling of the garage below. He explained the results of his assessment prior to initiating the work. He accomplished the task in reasonable amount of time and let me know the approximate cost of the work , which was accurate when the bill arrived. He was courteous and professional, and the company provides a year guarantee for work accomplished. Also the company and the technician worked with me to accomodate special needs of my pet who had to be relocated temporarily while the work was ongoing. I appreciated their assistance with this.

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
$125

Pamela C.
12/2012
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair
  + 0 more
It was a great experience from start to finish. Great staff on the phone and in the field.
Description of Work: Sparrow & Sons recently installed a new hot water heater for us. They were excellent. from the first call to the finished job. They set an immediate appointment for a gentleman to come look at the job, then they called the same day with an estimate and scheduled the work ASAP at our convenience. Two gentlemen came in, replaced the existing hot water with no muss or fuss. They were very pleasant and professional to work with and had the job done in no time. They cleaned up everything and you wouldn't have known they were there. They explained everything to us before they left. They were friendly and courteous. I would highly recommend them to everyone. They gave us a high quality, professional, STATE water heater for a fair price. They also carry Rheem, but thought the State was a better product for our needs.

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
$1,300

Michael G.
11/2012
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
it went well - but as I explained above, I thought the bill was excessive for the work performed.
Description of Work: Ithought that I needed line installed for the refrigerator but when the person came we found that it was in the wall and just needed a flexible line attached to the new refrigerator. It took all of 15 minutes with my asking a few questions. He was competent, professional and provided the flexible hose. I was charged $15 for the hose (reasonable) but then charged a full fee of $98 for connecting it. I know that a charge is appropriate for coming to my home and installing the hose but $98 for less than 15 minutes of work seemed excessive to me. I plan to talk to them now that I have received the bill. Based on that discussion I will determine if I use them again.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$119

Sue T.
10/2012
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
David was very professional and efficient, and was very pleasant. We have used Sparrow since 2000 when they did the plumbing for the remodeling of our house. In every way, they have provided exemplary service over the years.
Description of Work: I called Sparrow to assess and repair what appeared to be a faulty seal on a toilet and to adjust the faucet and knobs on a bathtub shower. David arrived within the time slot that was scheduled, made friends with my dog, and proceeded to work on the bathtub issues. He adjusted the tub hardware to the best of his ability, although the controls could not be completely made flush with the wall due entirely to the way the pipes had been installed by the workers who initially did the installation. He then adjusted the shower head to aim the water source in a better position. When he addressed the issue of what I thought was a leaking seal, he explained that the seal was actually not leaking, but that a slow water leak from the tank was the cause of the brown stain at the base of the toilet. He then cleaned the stained area at the base.

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
$95

Gina P.
09/2012
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
It was just after 4:00pm and I had had flooring done in the bathroom when they put the toliet back together it leaked. As I was having a party the next day it had to be fixed. I Called Sparrow and Sons in a panic they came out with in the hour and my toliet was fixed in less than 30 minutes. They actually have never sent me a bill. So my only complaint is trying to get the bill paid. I don't want to cheat them out of what is due this company so I will call again today and see if we can get this part fixed. The gentleman that came out was very nice knowledgable and gave me his cell in case it started giving me any issues. None so far.
Description of Work: Replaced the innards of an older toilet and the line connecting to the water line.

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

Bill A.
09/2012
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair, water softeners
  + 1 more
We were very pleased with the people and the work done by Sparrow. Their price for replacing our water treatment system was notably less than other quotes and the new system works better and more efficiently than the one it replaced. We had one complication - when a defective fitting spontaneously broke - and Sparrow had someone here within 10 minutes to correct the problem. Nothing instills loyalty like having a problem and seeing it dealt with quickly and professionally. We were pleased enough that we promptly engaged them to replace our twin gas hot water heaters with a Rinnai tankless system. We already had access to the heating unit and Sparrow was happy to do the installation and setup. The new heater takes up a fraction of the space and is more efficient. Special thanks to Jonathan and to Lester for their help!
Description of Work: We used Sparrow for two sizable plumbing projects - replacing our water treatment system and changing to a tankless hot water heater. The scope of work included water and gas line connections, venting, and extending a power connection for ignition.

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
$3,500

Steven W.
08/2012
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Punctual, professional and timely. Would definately use their services again.
Description of Work: Installation of customer purchased kitchen faucet.

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
$95

Charlene B.
08/2012
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Absolutely the best service we have received from a provider in a long time!
Description of Work: We purchased our own garbage disposal and called Sparrow & Sons Plumbing to do the install. They were very professional and offered advise over the phone regarding the type of disposal to purchase along with some recommendations. They were scheduled to arrive at a certain date and called to let us know they had a break in their schedule and they could come a day earlier. When Scott arrived he was very friendly and very professional He was also knowledgeable about his work. While he was here, we asked him to clean and caulk around the sink, and he commented "no problem.". How refreshing to utilize the services of this fine company. We highly recommend Sparrow and Sons Plumbing to anyone who wants the best. Also, thanks to Angie's List for providing such quality providers of services!

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
$140

Ruth C.
07/2012
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Jon came by and assessed the needs based on an inspectors report on Monday. On Tuesday afternoon, Lester showed up ready to complete all the tasks. He showed up on time and completed the work to my husband's satisfaction. Thanks!
Description of Work: Fix leaky bath faucets, hot water heater plumbing and replace the disposal

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

Vicki B.
07/2012
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Punctual and professional. Will contact Sparrow's for plumbing needs in the future.
Description of Work: Variety of plumbing repairs ... replaced tank flap in one toilet, repaired leak in other toilet, installed new faucet in sink, replaced house water filter, and fixed broken sink stopper.

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

Raymond W.
07/2012
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Came prepared and completed job in timely fashion.
Description of Work: Replaced defective and extended copper plumbing.

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
$1,400

amy P.
07/2012
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They are fine. They are exceedingly expensive. They are very good at what they do, but they are very expensive. They were very professional about coming up on time and scheduling. They came well-prepared. The person who did all the work was really great. He was knowledgeable, but the hourly rate was too much.
Description of Work: Sparrow Electric Co installed toilets and put in a faucet for me.

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
$600

Carolyn S.
06/2012
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
We noticed a leak in the ceiling of our garage when the garage door opened and closed repeatedly by itself late one night. We located the source in our attice above the garage leaking into the u stairs bedroom and garage ceiling. We called early in the morning and there were here around 10AM. Since we shut off water to the entire house, getting quick service saved us the inconvenience of living without any water for a minimum amount of time. They located to source, fixed the leaking pipe and were gone in two hours. They did not try and sell us a new water heater. This is the second time we used them and were very happy both times both in terms of cost and quality of work. They have been great.
Description of Work: Fairly urgent need to fix a leaking pipe from our hot water heater located in the attic.

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
$250

vanessa M.
06/2012
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair
  + 0 more
The technician that has worked in my house most often is called Walter, I believe. He has removed and replaced my garbage disposal, installed a pressure valve and some hot water repair. He is very intelligent as he explains what the problem is and how the work will solve the problem. He works quickly and efficiently and answers any questions I have. I feel very comfortable with his presence in my house and this is extremely valuable to me. I recommend this company and their staff to anyone without hesitation.
Description of Work: Sparrow & Sons have performed admirably with several jobs over the past few years. Most recently, they responded quickly to a call on the emergency line regarding my hot water heater. I received very quick, courteous, and ideal service in the form of the original visit to assess the problem (on a weekend!) as well as the work done.

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

Gary B.
06/2012
5.0
water heater repair
  + -1 more
We were considering moving our hot water heater from the crawlspace to the garage in anticipation of encapsulating the crawlspace.The heater is 13 years old so I thought we might want to replace it at the same time. The fellow came out from Sparrow and talked with me about what it would cost. Instead of pushing to me to do it, he advised that the heater was in good shape and I could avoid moving it by putting it in a pan and plumbing the pan outside. So that's what I'm going to do. I thought it was a great of him to look out for my interest instead of maximizing his profit. I'll certainly call them again when I need work done.
Description of Work: Estimate for moving water heater from crawlspace to garage and possibly replacing it at the same time.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Friederike S.
04/2012
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I reported that above. It was excellent, all round.
Description of Work: He came the day I requested, on time, called beforehand,, and did the job cheerfully and within a half hour.

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
$95

Contact information

305 W Weaver St, Carrboro, NC 27510

www.sparrowplumbingnc.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Plumbing,
Water Heaters,
Drain Cleaning,
Water Filtration and Softening,
Sewer Cleaning,
Wells and Pumps,
Drain Pipe Installation

FAQ

Sparrow & Sons Plumbing & Heating is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sparrow & Sons Plumbing & Heating accepts the following forms of payment: Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
No, Sparrow & Sons Plumbing & Heating does not offer free project estimates.
No, Sparrow & Sons Plumbing & Heating does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Sparrow & Sons Plumbing & Heating does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Sparrow & Sons Plumbing & Heating offers emergency services.
No, Sparrow & Sons Plumbing & Heating does not offer warranties.
Sparrow & Sons Plumbing & Heating offers the following services: Plumbing - Drain & Sewer Cleaning, Water Heater Repair, Bathroom Remodeling, Water Softening & Conditioning Equipment & Repair, Plumbers, Water Filtration & Purification Equipment

Contact information

305 W Weaver St, Carrboro, NC 27510

www.sparrowplumbingnc.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed