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The Waterworks

Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, Water Heaters,

About us

Better care. Better value. Better results. Our well-trained and certified technicians are available to fix all of your plumbing and drain issues, as well as heating and cooling services. We are the drain cleaning and clearing experts. We replace, repair and install everything from toilets and faucets to sump pumps and water heaters, downspouts and main sewer, water and gas lines. We are also your go-to for repair, replace and install for heating and cooling and we offer annual tune-ups. We offer guarantees on our work so that you know the work was completed right the first time! We belong to the Central Ohio Better Business Bureau and are a Consumer Choice winner 21 years running. In addition, we are a NextDoor Neighborhood Favorite and CBUS TOP PICK! Additional emails: Service@thewaterworks.com marketing@thewaterworks.com RBeckett@thewaterworks.com

Business highlights

90 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Plumbing, downspout cleaning & repairs, garbage disposals, main water line, water heaters, sump pumps, remodeling - kitchen & bathroom, sewers, heating, air conditioning, air quality, gas line installation, drain cleaning & clearing, water treatment, water softeners & filtration systems. Commercial services include: hydro-jetting & excavation, hydro vac, trenchless pipelining, pipe patching, grease traps & FOG services, commercial pizza ovens, boilers, fire hydrants, backflow testing and certification. Preventive maintenance contracts for plumbing and heating & cooling are also available. Special financing.

Services we don't offer

Mold removal & remediation, water damage clean-up, basement waterproofing, painting, air duct cleaning, carpet cleaning.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

golden buckeye 10% off m-f

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.62,618 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
79%
4
7%
3
4%
2
3%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.2
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.8
Showing 151-175 of 2618 reviews

JOSEPH C.
09/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Needed to buy tool and get help to remove old kitchen faucet. took all day but overall am pleased with the result
Description of Work: Replace kitchen faucet. Fix leaky toilet

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
$400

ELIZABETH M.
09/2017
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
Competent plumbers. Price varies. Seems like you get charged for going back to the shop to get the part. Dispatchers are good. They show up on time.
Description of Work: Two separate jobs. Darin clean and install shutoffs

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

Dominic M.
09/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Late Monday night a water pipe started leaking and I needed someone to come out. I remembered the company from a radio ad so called. The customer service rep was great and was able to have someone come out right away. The tech that arrived was friendly, and professional. He did a great job on fixing the problem and told me about problems that he saw coming based on assessment of the pipes in my basement. I don't feel that he was trying to upsell me at all. Overall I was very pleased with all aspects of the transaction, the staff, the tech and the quality of the work. However, I think the pricing was a bit excessive, but, it was after hours so maybe that had something to do with it. I paid the price because I needed the valve replaced immediately. I would definitely keep them in mind for my next plumbing need, but if it is not an emergency, I will probably shop around for better prices.
Description of Work: Replace leaking valve on water pipe

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

Monique S.
09/2017
5.0
plumbing, wells, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
Chris (an excellent tech) snaked the pipe and found a shrub root had breached the pipe. He dug up a small area and replaced the pipe.
Description of Work: I had a blockage in the sump sump pipe to the street.

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

Victoria H.
09/2017
5.0
appliance repair, handyman service, plumbing, wells
  + 2 more
Outstanding. Brandon saved the day. I had many questions and he was patient and answered them all. Giving me the best deal, I felt I was treated like a respected customer. I used them in the past and am grateful I chose to use them again.
Description of Work: Repair pipe from basement valve, replace bathtub spot, recalling shower, and replace sump pump.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Ankit G.
09/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Keith Crook (the plumber/technician) was superb. He knew exactly what to do at every step, left me detailed notes of his work but also left detailed notes for my contractors that were continuing the shower remodel later that afternoon. In addition, he was very friendly and left my place without creating a mess. I will be asking for him in the future. Waterworks always continues to earn my trust with positive interactions at every step - their employees are always professional, well trained, and fully resolve any issues that I'm having.
Description of Work: I needed some plumbing work in the middle of a shower remodel to install a new shower valve and adjust the drain's height slightly. I had already done a significant amount of the work (like removing drywall, getting parts that would be needed, etc.) and I know that made access easier for the technician.

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

Eric M.
09/2017
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 0 more
They are good. I found them in the phone book. I called them up and they gave me the best price, they even gave me a better price after they got finished with the job.
Description of Work: They replaced the sewer pipe in the garage.

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

Eric M.
09/2017
5.0
water heater repair, plumbing
  + 0 more
I'd give them all "A's" down the line. I would use them again.
Description of Work: Replaced a hot water tank.

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
$750

CONNIE M.
09/2017
2.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Work was done appropriately. The charges were outrageous. The company changed over $200 labor to install an $8.00 flapper that takes 10 minutes to install. The company was notified that bill was out of line with no response. Their charges are excessive and no response was obtained after complained lodged even though a phone call was promised on Aug 12.
Description of Work: fix a flapper on a toilet

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

$225

CARL J.
09/2017
1.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Dealing with Waterworks was a total waste of our time and money. Plumber walked into our house without even knocking on door. He looked at our sump pump less than 30 seconds; told us it was "working now" and there was nothing he could do. This was on a Sunday, so we paid $190 for absolutely nothing. When I asked for his advice or help, since we were paying him, and we were standing in water, while the servpro professionals hauled away our ruined carpet, he stated that we paid $190 "only to get him to our door." He was rude and unprofessional from start to finish. When I called the office the following day to complain, I was only given a return message where they justified his behavior and offered no further assistance. I returned their call and left a message, only to never hear from them again. Awful- would never use this company again.
Description of Work: Called after sump pump malfunction causing our basement to suffer major flooding.

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

$190

Barbara H.
08/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Fine, arrived on time and finished job in less time than estimated.
Description of Work: Main water shut off valve and a potion of an interior 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
$1,300

CONNIE R.
08/2017
4.0
drain cleaning
  + -1 more
Happy with service, also please with price because of a coupon from Angies' List. Work was done by one worker and the area was left clean.
Description of Work: Unplugged the sump pump drain from the street.

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
$270

Daniel H.
08/2017
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair
  + 0 more
I scheduled an appt for a water heater replacement. The repairman arrived as scheduled (ahead actually as they were running ahead, and had me up and running with a new water heater in just a few hours. He also explained some details of the new unit to me, and was very professional. I will definitely use them again.
Description of Work: Water heater replacement

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

Michelle H.
08/2017
5.0
handyman service, plumbing, water heater repair, drain cleaning
  + 2 more
I am always extremely happy with the service I receive from The Waterworks. I am always given a time window for my appointment and I have found that they are very accommodating to my schedule with several window options. Several times I have rec'd a call from the office prior to my appointment advising there is a technician in my area and would it be okay with me for them to arrive a few minutes early. The technicians I have had have always been very prompt and professional. I am always very happy with the service I receive and the problem is almost always quickly resolved. In my rare experience where something cannot be immediately repaired (we had a downspout pipe that was completely broken under our drive) they are wonderful to work with to resolve the issue as quickly and easily as possible. I have very high anxiety, especially with any water issues, and this company always answers my many questions politely, clearly and without judgement. I feel that the technicians I have encountered are extremely knowledgeable and always very friendly and kind. It can be a stressful experience for a homeowner to have to deal with a flooded basement or something similar, so I really appreciate having a company available that can efficiently fix the issue while being friendly and sympathetic to the problem. It really puts my mind at ease. I wish I rec'd this kind of service from all the companies I have to contact for my home. Very grateful for The Waterworks.
Description of Work: This is a general review as I have called Waterworks several times for various issues in my home. We have lived here almost 4 years and being an older home in an older neighborhood, it has definitely had its share of issues. I have called Waterworks in the past for a leaky pipe in the wall, for a leaking pipe in our crawl space, for our water heater that wasn't working, for a toilet that wouldn't stop running, for downspout pipe blockages and for basement drain backups.

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

CHARLOTTE S.
08/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The problem was resolved but the price was expensive.
Description of Work: A posi temp cartridge replaced in the shower.

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
$337

Ronda E.
08/2017
4.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
Went well. Expensive for evening emergency call.
Description of Work: Repair outdoor faucet I could not turn off water.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$211

ALEX A.
08/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They came out on a Sunday. I was trying to do something and had water going everywhere. We had to shut the water off and call somebody. They came out and installed a new shower faucet. I know we have used them a couple of times.
Description of Work: They came out and installed a new shower 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

Kerry G.
08/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They were earlier for the first appointment than I had anticipated and I missed their original call. When I called back, they promptly rescheduled and fit me back in and we got the service done that day. The technicians were courteous and knowledgeable.
Description of Work: Our toilet was leaking and required a new seal be installed. They came within 24 hours with no additional service charge on the weekend. When they completed the project and left, I noticed another leak in a different area and they promptly returned to remedy it that day at no additional charge.

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
$230

RICK M.
08/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
He was very professional and did a great job!
Description of Work: Had two 8 inch spread faucets installed in our master bath.

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
$350

Response from The Waterworks
Thank you for taking time out of your weekend to send us a commendation. It is very important to our feedback and will be shared with our technician. We are happy that you are happy! Have a great week.

mike M.
08/2017
1.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
it did not go after waiting almost 5 hours told them do forget it
Description of Work: wanted an estimate on some work told they would be out from 4:00 to 8:00 waited and waited at almost 9:00 pm they called and said they should be there in about 20 min what kind of company does estimates that late ?

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
punctuality
1.0


Response from The Waterworks
We apologize for the delay in service. We did check into this situation as we track all of our jobs. You are correct: we should not be doing estimates that late. We are completely at fault and had several internal discussions to our process. Thank you for taking time to provide this feedback.

LISA V.
07/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I was happy with the work they did. The thing that was an afterthought for me (the disposal) turned out to be the most expensive (over half the total cost). Waterworks redid the plumbing underneath my sink which has two large sinks and a small narrow sink in the middle. They advised that it was done incorrectly and that food was sitting in a pipe near the disposal instead of moving out as it should. The disposal still doesn't work great, but I think that's an issue with the actual disposal, not the plumbing. It works way better than it did previously. I was also happy that they were able to fix the water main shutoff issue without needing to replace any of the outside line. Overall, it was a good experience.
Description of Work: Running toilet, broken shower diverter, kitchen sink disposal issue, leak at the internal water main shutoff valve

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
$1,501

KATHLEEN K.
07/2017
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair
  + 0 more
They ended up putting in a vent for the water heater. The water heater kept going out, and going out and going out. The pilot light kept getting blown out, it was one of those whirlpool units. They did have to replace the pilot for me, but they also replaced the stack on the roof the vent with a different kind of cap in order to keep that pilot light from blowing out anymore.
Description of Work: They ended up putting in a vent for the water heater. They replaced the pilot for me and the cap on the vent.

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

Response from The Waterworks
Thank you for your comments regarding recent service from The Waterworks. We hope that all was satisfactory. We appreciate your taking time from your busy schedule to post a review!

Danny R.
07/2017
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
Fixed immediately....They were a little late showing up but it was completely understandable because we had huge rains in the city. Such great service! They called and advised me of the arrival time. Called them yesterday and they showed up today. Great guy...great office staff!
Description of Work: Garbage Disposal broken.

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

Response from The Waterworks
Thank you for for the compliments for our technician and Customer Service. We are grateful that you called and used The Waterworks! We also apologize for the delay and thank you for your patience.

NATALIE L.
07/2017
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair
  + 0 more
Casey worked around our house sitters schedule and was able to install a new water heater communicating with us every step of the way long distance. With the tankless unit we converted from an electric unit to gas, so they had to put in a gas line . Casey spoke to us after the job was done and sent us pictures of the work to our cell phone. The guys cleaned up after themselves and moved the old water heater as close to the stairs as they could for the haulers. Upon our return home, we contacted College Hunks Hauling Junk and they were able to remove it along with some other misc items for $225.
Description of Work: Our water heater was leaking a day before leaving for vacation! We were in a bind because we were leaving town, but had someone staying at the house. We called Waterworks to see if anyone was available. They had a technician (Casey) who was dispatched and able to come out within the hour. He was very professional, knowledgable and worked very hard to see what he could do to replace our old waterheater. (The old waterheater was an old AEP 110gal model with a cement interior.) We wanted a tankless system. Casey gave us several options and we chose a tankless heater.

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
$4,400

Response from The Waterworks
Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to post such positive comments and give a shout-out to Casey. We shared this with him! We hope you had a worry-free vacation!

Chris C.
07/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They did great work. Their responsiveness was very good, they were very punctual. They were very professional. It was great, I'd recommend them. He was done in 30-45 minutes. He added a cutoff valve inside. He went above and beyond.
Description of Work: They did an outdoor faucet replacement.

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
$125

Response from The Waterworks
Thank you for taking time out of your day to provide feedback. We really appreciate customers like you!

Contact information

550 Schrock Rd Columbus, Columbus, OH 43229

http://www.thewaterworks.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
12795
Trade License Locale
Ohio
Trade License Authority
Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board
Trade License Expiration
09/30/2017

Eco-friendly Accreditations

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

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Plumbing,
Drain Cleaning,
Water Heaters,
Sewer Cleaning,
Wells and Pumps,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Natural Gas Lines,
Heating and Air Conditioning,
Appliance Repair,
Water Filtration and Softening,
Handyman Services,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling

FAQ

The Waterworks 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

The Waterworks accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
No, The Waterworks does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, The Waterworks offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, The Waterworks does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, The Waterworks offers emergency services.
Yes, The Waterworks offers warranties.
The Waterworks offers the following services: Plumbing, downspout cleaning & repairs, garbage disposals, main water line, water heaters, sump pumps, remodeling - kitchen & bathroom, sewers, heating, air conditioning, air quality, gas line installation, drain cleaning & clearing, water treatment, water softeners & filtration systems. Commercial services include: hydro-jetting & excavation, hydro vac, trenchless pipelining, pipe patching, grease traps & FOG services, commercial pizza ovens, boilers, fire hydrants, backflow testing and certification. Preventive maintenance contracts for plumbing and heating & cooling are also available. Special financing.
Mold removal & remediation, water damage clean-up, basement waterproofing, painting, air duct cleaning, carpet cleaning.

Contact information

550 Schrock Rd Columbus, Columbus, OH 43229

http://www.thewaterworks.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