Formerly known as Thompson Plumbing, Heating and Cooling.
Established in 1932, HELP offers new installations, regular system maintenance and emergency repair for all types of plumbing problems, and all makes and models of heating and air conditioning systems in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.
Business highlights
87 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
Plumbing repairs Plumbing installation, Heating repair, Furnace tune-up, Furnace installation, Furnace Service, Air Conditioning installation, AC repair, Air Conditioning tune-up, Electrical repairs, fuse box upgrades, whole-house surge protection, residential generators.
I have been a member with them for many years. I have a membership type thing with them and they did it for free every 6 months. Check the A/C and check the heating. They're good.
Description of Work: Furnace looked at in the fall. Tune up of the furnace and make sure everything worked like it is supposed to.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$800
Mary S.
02/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, plumbing, water heater repair
 + 1 more
It all went fine. We use HELP for taking care of our furnace, our boiler, our AC, and our plumbing. We have a membership with them, which works very well for us. Recently, knowing HELP's prices were higher than elsewhere, I tried looking up other places on Angie's List. I finally came back to HELP, higher prices and all, because I can count on them to fix things..... and to come back time and time again if it wasn't fixed right the first time (which sometimes happens with the best of repairmen). I realized the higher prices reflect the good training, the responsiveness, the professionalism, their good manners, their cleanliness, and their willingness to go all out to make things right for you and your home.
Description of Work: We have had a water pressure regulator put in, our furnace cleaned and checked, our boiler cleaned and checked... within the past three months.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
BRUCE O.
01/2017
3.0
water heater repair
 + -1 more
They were outrageously expensive. The only reason I wouldn't use them again is because I'm not going to pay twice what a water heater costs. They were fine. Very professional and nice. They put stuff down to protect the carpet.
Description of Work: Put in a water heater.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$1,600
Sharon W.
01/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
It took 2 days for the work to be completed. 3 or 4 people came to do the work. The workers were very nice and they left the area very clean.
Description of Work: They installed my heating and air conditioning unit.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000
Jill B.
01/2017
2.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, plumbing
 + 0 more
They installed the HVAC unit in one day, were neat, professional etc. We did not buy the cheapest unit, it was middle of the road. At first we were pleased with the A/C but within less than a year problems started cropping up. The unit start to leak a lot of water in a steady stream. Turns out when they installed the unit they erroneously locked the manual inside the unit and it was part of the problem. The gentleman also stated when they installed the pan, the techs tilted it the wrong way and didn't allow water to drain properly. They actually tried to charge me a service call for this problem. Also, within the first year the unit stopped cooling the house below 76. Denzel came out and explained the copper tubing used for these units was found to be defective and small pin holes were created allowing freon to escape and therefore not cooling properly. They installed a new unit which was very commendable except that the same problem existed with the copper tubing and holes. Within another year we had the same problem and called a different HVAC contractor to fix this. The HVAC unit from Help cost us $8000 plus. A different guy came to repair the toilet leak. He took it apart and discovered it had the wrong flange. He left at 5:15 pm to get the part and said he'd be back very soon. By 7 pm I was worried he'd had an accident. I called his cell phone and got no response. I called the office and the lady told me she would call him and either he or she would return my call asap. By 7:30 pm I had heard nothing. I called his cell phone again and no response. I called the office and the lady acted surprised I had not heard from him. Again, I was told someone would call asap with an update. They never did. I believe about 7:35-7:40 he pulled into our driveway. I was livid and let the tech know. He really never apologized but explained that the place he had intended to pick up the part was closed and he had to drive to Kentucky to get this flange. A simple phone call could have alleviated our worries and frustration. This repair cost me $800. I will NEVER use HELP again.
Description of Work: We had a new furnace and air conditioner installed. We also needed our toilet fixed. These were two separate service calls.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
$8,800
Response from Help Plumbing Heating Cooling and Electric
Ms. [Member Name Removed], when you have a system installed by HELP it comes with the best warranties in town, and we will stand by those warranties. When there were any issues discovered with the system we had installed, we fixed it, at no charge to you. When there was a change over to the new 410-A refrigerant, there were unforeseen problems from the manufacturer. While is is frustrating to have to deal with, choosing a company that will be there and stand behind the equipment that was installed ensures that everything will be taken care of. We have worked diligently to improve the communication between the office and the field specialist to ensure our clients are aware of what is going on. I am sorry to hear that you had problems being updated on the whereabouts of the plumbing specialist, but that was over three years ago and we have made vast communication improvements. If ever you would need HELP, rest assured we are only a phone call away.
Karen M.
01/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
They came right out and were on time. They did a good job and seem like a all around great company.
Description of Work: They came out to do a AC check before summer.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Gary S.
12/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Rick was very polite and did a great job installing my new gas hot water tank
Description of Work: New Gas Hot Water Heater
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,500
Bill T.
11/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Went well...explained everything thoroughly.
Description of Work: Furnace check-up
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
johnnie Joseph K.
11/2016
2.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Not very good, very poor communication and service. We will cancel our appointment on the 25th since we got a another company to come out right away with no confusion and not hassles.
Description of Work: Our furnace that we had installed by HELP two years ago did not start last weekend. We got it to work but was concern that it was not operating correctly. Called HELP and got the run around by Ginger about setting up a "Tune Up" appointment instead of just a service call to come to home and check the furnace. The soonest we could get a "Tune Up" appointment was Nove. 25th. I called today on the 7th. She said that since our furnace started back up we couldn't get a sooner appointment. She want to sell us an annual maintenance contract, I told her we didn't want this, we wanted a service call to look at the furnace. She made the charges very complicated and I really couldn't understand what she was saying. All we wanted was for one of their techs to come out and look at the furnace and service it. She couldn't even tell us what the code 16 was the furnace was giving us. The HELP phone people can not tell you what the codes mean. We our worried that it was serious. Totally non-cooperative. We called another local furnace company and got an appointment right away.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
Response from Help Plumbing Heating Cooling and Electric
[Member name removed], Thank you for taking the time to leave your feed back. Customer service and satisfaction is our number one priority. We would like to discuss your experience further and come to a resolution. Please call the office at your convenience and ask to speak with the manager.
Rose Marie O.
11/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Fine with no problems Please note I can't remember my password for below
Description of Work: Check existing unit for proper functioning
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
John P.
10/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
I have a contract with them. I will use them again.
Description of Work: For heating and air, I have Help Plumbing Heating Cooling and Electric.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
John P.
10/2016
2.0
electrician
 + -1 more
Actually I did have him for some electrical work and for that I would give them a D. I can't put my box back up on the wall. I can't put the cover back on the box.
Description of Work: I used Help Plumbing Heating Cooling and Electric for electrical work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Caye L.
10/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
They don't try to up sale. The price was reasonable. They were a little late so I give a B for punctuality and responsiveness. I would for sure use them again.
Description of Work: They serviced my heat pump.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$80
Bette N.
10/2016
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
I'm on a plan, paying $20 a month. They come out ya know, and they reduce prices for other things. They were great, nothing to improve. They are good.
Description of Work: They came out for a maintenance review. Checked the equipment and everything for the heating unit.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Tom F.
09/2016
1.0
appliance repair, heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + 0 more
The service tech arrived a hour late, but, not a big deal. He quickly diagnosed the problem since the condenser was not working. Master of the obvious! The problem was a bad capacitor which can cost anywhere between $10-$50. It takes about 5 minutes to replace. HELP Heating & A/C charged me $502 to replace this part and did not perform any other service while here. The whole visit took 20-25 minutes. The biggest rip-off company in Cincinnati H&A/C service marketplace. I called to complain and was dismissed quickly by very rude customer service manager. Don't be a victim like me and do you homework!!
Description of Work: The AC unit wasn't not working properly
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
1.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
1.0
$502
David L.
09/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
even though we have a problem now that we did not have before, i found that when i called a reported it they did not hesitate and sent some one out to fix the problem. i believe it was one minor issue and when i consider all that was done we all can make a mistake. i love the way they are handling the problem.
Description of Work: cleaned and serviced our furnace. he showed us the club membership and we purchased it. Took our cost for all he did on 9-20 down to the 19.995 per month. it is a great deal.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$240
Janet D.
09/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
You Service Technicians Deandre and JJ, were very friendly, professional and got right to their jobs. They explained to me every thing that was going on, and explained to me what needed to be done PRIOR to my furnace tune up, as there was other much needed repairs that needed to be performed on our furnace.
Description of Work: After noting that my furnace had other issues that prevented the Service technician from performing the pre-heating season tune-up, I was given my coupon back to reschedule at a later date after my furnace received service.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
1.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Pearl M.
09/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Came in with nice exchange of pleasant conversation. Remembered he was here the last night for routine checkup Performed his job like a true professional Asked if we had any questions Offered the company many other services Had a polite conversation before he left and said to call him if we had any questions after he leaves.
Description of Work: Ricky perform fall heating maintenance.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$60
Paige W.
09/2016
5.0
electrician, heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + 0 more
It went well. They were thorough and explained things along the way. After installation, they assisted me in setting up the system and creating the account to be able to utilize the app on my phone to control the thermostat, etc.
Description of Work: Installed a wireless programmable thermostat
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$420
Bob M.
08/2016
2.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
 + 1 more
I called to setup an appointment to have a drain cleared at a rental property. I had found a coupon on their website for any drain cleaned for a certain price. I could not read the small print on the coupon but it said for owner occupied properties only. The person that answered told me that I would have to have a contract with them in order for them to go to my property. I'm not going to have a contract that I have to pay monthly for me to use their services. I called another plumber and problem solved. They just lost out on business.
Description of Work: I needed a bathtub drain cleaned in a house I rent out.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
HEIDI R.
08/2016
1.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
The guy came out and looked at my heat pump and said I needed a furnace. I was hesitant to let him in after that. He went downstairs and looked at the unit and said there was mold in it and I needed him to clean all the vents right away. He wanted to charge $9000 for 1100 sq. ft. house which is outrageous. He was a complete liar. Very high pressure, saying I had to do it that day to get the price. He will never set foot in my house again!
Description of Work: hvac estimate
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
2.0
joyce K.
08/2016
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
They were pretty punctual. I like the fact they were responsive and they did come out. They do good work but I don't think it was exceptional. I would not use them again because they overcharge.
Description of Work: I have had experience with Help. They installed my furnace and way overcharged me.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Valerie Y.
08/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Lewis was very punctual and courteous. Very knowledgeable of his trade and recommended upgrades that would benefit our family.
Description of Work: Club A/C Tune-Up
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
1.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Bette N.
08/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
It is a plan we purchased and they come out twice a year. The price is a little high but they do good work. They usually come out quickly. They clean up after themselves and make sure the job is done right. In fact we will not have the furnace put in after a short period of time. A big part of it was bad and they found a better replacement of good quality. I would recommend them to anyone.
Description of Work: They come out twice a year and the first time they come, they clean the heat unit outside. The second time, they clean the furnace.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Bette N.
08/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
The only thing not good is the high prices but otherwords they do good work.
Description of Work: They checked the heating and ac unit.
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Service Categories
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FAQ
Help Plumbing Heating Cooling and Electric is currently rated 4.1 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 AM
Monday: 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Help Plumbing Heating Cooling and Electric accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
No, Help Plumbing Heating Cooling and Electric does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, Help Plumbing Heating Cooling and Electric offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Help Plumbing Heating Cooling and Electric does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Help Plumbing Heating Cooling and Electric offers emergency services.
Yes, Help Plumbing Heating Cooling and Electric offers warranties.
Help Plumbing Heating Cooling and Electric offers the following services: Plumbing repairs Plumbing installation, Heating repair, Furnace tune-up, Furnace installation, Furnace Service, Air Conditioning installation, AC repair, Air Conditioning tune-up, Electrical repairs, fuse box upgrades, whole-house surge protection, residential generators.