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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing

Water Heater Installation and Replacement, Water Heater Repair or Service, Water Treatment & Purification System Installation and Replacement,

About us

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing will be happy to provide you with residential plumbing services thru out San Luis Obispo County.

Business highlights

42 years of experience

Services we offer

All Your Plumbing Needs

Amenities

Free Estimates

Yes

Warranties

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.461 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
59%
4
23%
3
2%
2
2%
1
5%

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Showing 1-25 of 61 reviews
Mike K.
Sep 2021
4.0
Water Heater Installation and Replacement
Yes, I recommend this pro
$425
He completed everything nice no leaks. A little slow on the process but I am happy with his work.

Ed W.
Sep 2021
3.5
Water Heater Installation and Replacement
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,100
Great plumber, but felt like I got substantially overcharged

Lorraine C.
Sep 2021
5.0
Tankless Water Heater Installation
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
The Technician called before he came out, was on time and got the on demand water heater working, even though he had to order a sensor. Heater was fixed within 3 days. Very professional service and would highly recommend them!

Cheryl S.
Jun 2021
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$335
I called and was given an appt that day. The technician was polite and got the drain unplugged without any difficulties. i would definitely recommend them to others and use them again if needed.

Jim B.
Jun 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They are easy to work with.

Alexandra S.
May 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They are excellent!
Response from Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
"Thank you Alexandra for your review. We are pleased that you felt we provided you the service you had. Lisa P."

Gerald L.
Jan 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
He was polite and did quality work.

Larry F.
Nov 2019
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
The plumber put the valve above the ground instead of below dirt grade was fixed 4 days later.

Lance A.
Sep 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Hired this company to replace 3 toilets in our vacation home. We were provided with professional service from Jeff who performed the work and Chris who helped with scheduling the appointment. We plan on using this company for future projects.

George H.
Aug 2019
0.5
Tried to rip me off. Paid over three hundred dollars for nothing.

Robert W.
Jul 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Courteous, knowledgeable, experienced, qualified.

Quincy A.
May 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$978
They will answer any questions you ask them.

Laura S.
May 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$581
They were efficient, on time and professional. Chris was courteous and efficient. He also did an extra job I had not originally contracted for.

Robin R.
May 2019
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Cameron was our plumber and he was tidy, clearly explained what needed to be done, and was on time.

John G.
Apr 2019
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,200
They were able to do our gas line replacement quicker than most other plumbers could have. The service technicians worked well with me and the gas company.

Elizabeth C.
Feb 2019
5.0
Water Heater Repair or Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
They were on time and very personable, and very professional. I feel comfortable having them in the house.

James B.
Jan 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro

Nicki E.
Dec 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Prompt response from their office. Both office staff and pkumber were friendly and kept me informed about what was going on. I’d definitely use them again.

Luke W.
Dec 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Gave me several options and explained everything in detail.

Lynn T.
Oct 2018
1.0
$4,900
They did not use the tile I selected for the shower, and did not even call me. Add ons seemed expensive.

Richard E.
Oct 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Thank you Home Advisor for this service. The sequence of steps proved very efficient and the ultimately the Pro we hired was excellent. I will use Home Advisor and this company in the future. Very very satisfied. And, I was so pleased with the individual pro that I will request him should I need additional assistance.

David B.
Oct 2018
5.0
Water Heater Installation and Replacement
Yes, I recommend this pro
They did a great job at a reasonable price and did the installation quickly.

Alison R.
Sep 2018
4.5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
polite, neat, on time

JOE P.
Oct 2016
5.0
Tankless Water Heater Installation
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,200
tech was congenial and went the extra mile to satisfy my wishes

Martina S.
Oct 2016
0.5
$206
to fix a running toilet, Benjamin Franklin wanted to replace the toilets which were about 5 years old, costing $365.- each, for 2 running toilets that's $750.-.we politely declined ... we did hire him to replace the water supply valve that goes from the wall into the toilet tank for one toilet, a 5 minute job, the valve costing about $ 8.-which we paid $ 206.- for.
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FAQ

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is currently rated 4.4 overall out of 5.

Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Friday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard

Yes, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing offers free project estimates.

No, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing does not offer a senior discount.

No, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing does not offer emergency services.

Yes, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing offers warranties.