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Albert Cook Plumbing Co

Plumbing, Excavating

About us

Mr. Cook celebrated his 87th birthday this year and is still the figure-head of his business that is now run by four of his children; Wayne, Gary, Bobby Cook and their sister and brother-in-law, Eddie and Patty Nelius. Recently, Albert was on-hand for a ribbon cutting in honor of his business becoming a member of the Germantown Chamber of Commerce on November 3. This was a true celebration for Mr. Cook, his family and the business he and his wife started many years ago. Handling all plumbing work from repair to new installation in both commercial and residential, you can’t go wrong by calling Albert’s business. Its a sure bet the Prince of Plumbing will treat you like family.

Reviews

4.012 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
67%
4
0%
3
8%
2
17%
1
8%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.2
professionalism
3.8
responsiveness
4.1
punctuality
4.3
Showing 1-12 of 12 reviews

G S.
07/2016
1.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
This is the worst plumbing experience I have ever experienced. Absolutely horrible professionalism (from owner and associates), poor customer service, and unreasonable prices. Requested a camera service for a main sewer line and the price changed by $50 from one day to the next. Over the phone, the cost was $175 and once they finished scoping the pipe, the price was $225. Took 5+ days to give me a quote for the insurance company, and it was $1500-$1800 higher than the other quotes. Spoke with the current owner of the company regarding my urgency for a quote for an insurance company and he spoke to me in a patronizing manner with complete disregard for the quality (or lack there of) of service I received. I wouldn't wish the treatment I experienced with this company on anyone. I do not (and will not) recommend this company to anyone in need of plumbing services.
Description of Work: I was in need of a third quote and requested camera service for a main sewer pipe/estimate.

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

$4,200

Pamela C.
07/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
It's an old company. His sons and daughter now run the company. Most of their employees are either family or close family members, so it's not like you are having somebody come in to your house that you don't know who they are. Their prices are very reasonable. In fact my husband will not allow another plumber into the house now that we found them.
Description of Work: We used Albert Cook Plumbing Co. for plumbing 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

James H.
03/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
One of the best plumbers in Mempis is Eddie Nielus who works for Albert Cook. If you get him you know it will be done right. Albert Cook is an old school plumbing company, no fancy presentations or trying to sell you a bunch of add-ons. A fair price with on-time installation and quality work. When comparing to other companies the inside (office/sales) of the business will seem to be out dated, however, the quality of the installation and materials is worth the seemingly outdated methods of the office/sales of the company. Pleasant enough to deal with just don't expect to be smoozed to get the sale. A simple quote do the job type of company. If you use this company you will be glad you did when the job is done..
Description of Work: Hot water heater installed. Quality of their heater was slightly better than most. I did the research and most of the heaters are the same but like most things the differences are in the details.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,050

Paul S.
09/2012
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Throughout the process from initial estimate to the final vanity install the folks from Cook were prompt, helpful, courteous, efficient and went beyond what I expected to make sure the job was done correctly and completed in a narrow time frame.
Description of Work: I am in the process of renovating our master bath and I needed two sets of drains and water pipes moved to accomodate a new sink/vanity.

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
$580

Bill W.
01/2012
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
We were very pleased with them. He was able to repair expeditiously and at a very fair cost. They are professional, knowledgeable and honest.
Description of Work: Albert Cook Plumbing Co did plumbing for us. He came and fixed a small leak in our sewer pipe in our basement in early December.

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

Jonathan C.
10/2010
3.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They were just okay. They broke a dishtowel bar that was attached nearby and just taped it.
Description of Work: They fixed a faucet.

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


Jonathan F.
10/2008
5.0
excavators, plumbing
  + 0 more
We called Albert Cook Plumbing because our toilets were not flushing properly and the washer machine was not draining. They cabled (cleared) the sewer line. A few days later the same problem occurred. They returned to cable the line, viewed it with a camera, and located a problem with the main sewer line beneath the slab flooring in one of our bedrooms. A few days later they sent a crew to uncover the flooring, dig the dirt, locate and replace the damaged section of pipe. The whole process took 3 to 4 days.
Description of Work: Our main sewer line was damaged beneath the slab flooring of our home. Albert Cook Plumbing pulled the hardwood flooring and removed a section of slab in one of our bedrooms. They dug several feet beneath the soil, located the sewer line, and replaced a section of pipe.

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
$3,800

JAMES W.
02/2007
2.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
When they came to my home I first asked them to take their shoes off and they didn't. Then I told them that the problems were outside where the leak was coming from and they insisted that it was in the kitchen. I felt that they were professionals so I let them check out the situation. They proceeded to bust two large holes in my kitchen wall and could not find the leak. After they were going for the third I kindly asked them to go outside and check the spicket. They went outside and found the leak and corrected it. The work was still under warranty so I did not have to pay anything. I will continue to use this company because I feel that they have always done quality work for me in the past and this was the first time that I had a bad experience. I will just never allow these two workers to do anything on my home again.
Description of Work: They repaired an outside pipe that had froze caused a leak. The leak was located in the inside wall of my storage shed. This company has always held a fantastic reputation with me. When this company sent out two of the most in inexperienced workers to fix my pipe a problem I was really upset. These two gentlemen obviously were very new to the field.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

02/2007
2.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I was not that satisfied with the work done by Albert Cook Plumbing. This is the plumber my contractor chose. The price was included in the contractor s billing. I do not use this plumber normally. They used the absolute cheapest pipes between the two bathrooms, so when you flush the toilet upstairs it sounds like a tsunami downstairs. The workers also wandered through my house when they were only to be working in the bathrooms and kitchen. I was not happy to find them elsewhere.
Description of Work: Albert Cook Plumbing did all the plumbing work when our two bathrooms and kitchen were remodeled. They did the bathroom sinks, toilets, shower, and bathtub. They also did the kitchen sink, garbage disposal, and the refrigerator s ice and water dispensers.

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


02/2007
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The got the problem resolved in a timely manner. It is now working great with no problems. The service was covered by warranty because they had done the plumbing work when the home was built. I was pleased with everything about their service.
Description of Work: They came here because there was a problem with a pipe in the wall of the shower. There was water leaking through to the floor. They cleaned everything up nicely.

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

02/2007
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They were great! The workers were very knowledgeable and they were always easy to get a hold of. If I had a problem, they always responded very quickly and listened to what we wanted.
Description of Work: Recently we built a new home and contracted this company to install all of the plumbing work for us.

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

09/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I like him a lot because he is very friendly and knowledgeable. He is always on time and does a really great job. I had a problem with one of the parts not working right, which was not his fault, and he came out the very next day to fix it and there was no charge. That shows that he is very honest and reliable.
Description of Work: He rebuilt a toilet that was in our upstairs bathroom. All parts were included in the price.

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

    Contact information

    2101 Central Ave, Memphis, TN 38104

    www.albertcookplumbing.com/

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    Service Categories

    Plumbing,
    Excavating

    FAQ

    Albert Cook Plumbing Co is currently rated 4 overall out of 5.
    No, Albert Cook Plumbing Co does not offer free project estimates.
    No, Albert Cook Plumbing Co does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Albert Cook Plumbing Co does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Albert Cook Plumbing Co does not offer emergency services.
    No, Albert Cook Plumbing Co does not offer warranties.

    Contact information

    2101 Central Ave, Memphis, TN 38104

    www.albertcookplumbing.com/