advantage of and find yourself in a legal battle. Last year, I hired Apex for new/replacement plumbing on a whole home renovation which was approximately $12,000. Our agreement was 50% up front, 40% after rough in and 10% after all the finish work was completed. Due to issues with Apex, explained below, we decided to part ways after the rough in. Now Apex has sent our final bill for 10% to collections claiming that the arrangement was- 50% up front, 40% after rough in, and 10% at some other point. According to them, all finishing, final hook-up and ?setting? was to be paid for out of contract and separately from our signed agreement. It doesn?t make much sense that on a $12,000 plumbing job, things like placing and hooking up the toilets and vanities aren?t included in their contract? There are additional issues that we had with Apex. They are: 1) Their contract is extremely vague and open to interpretation. Unless you are a professional who knows what to ask and specify in a plumbing contract, you run a high risk of being taken advantage of. The contracts are done by hand on 5?x8? 2 or 3-ply carbonless paper. 2) It appears that Apex?s intent from the beginning might have been to deceive. In our original walk-through and discussion, we talked about adding a bath that didn?t previously exist. In our case, a shower was installed instead of shower/bath combo unit. Apex was happy to take out the shower unit and put in the unit I had wanted. However, it cost close to $1000 for the error. After removing the old unit, it just so happened that the owner?s son had a friend wanting to buy the unused shower at a reduced cost. I have to question if this was the ultimate goal from the beginning. 3) Some, and by no means all, aspects of their work appeared rushed, not thought out properly and/or unprofessional. There are several things that stick out for me. The first is the fact that no drain line was ever hooked up to the water heater that Apex installed. Of course this wasn?t discovered until after the drywall was installed. The next item is our Manabloc system. Our install looks unprofessional as some of the tubes are too long and the whole system is installed on particle board instead of finished drywall like the rest of our laundry room. Another concern is that it appears there may not have been any insulation installed behind the tub/shower that they installed. Our house is insulated with the blown expanding foam insulation. It is very air and sound tight. However, in the bathroom that we added it is possible to hear entire conversations outside. This bathroom has no window which leads me to believe there was no insulation placed in the wall or between the tub wall and the exterior wall. I realize that insulation was not part of plumbing contract. Most contractors though would give you a heads up and suggest that you add some insulation before they install a tub and permanently seal the wall. 4) Even with the above issues, we still wanted Apex to finish the project. After their rough in, we got a general contractor involved. When going through what still was required and which subs we were working with, we passed along the contact information for Apex and our HVAC contractor. My GC tells me that he tried contacting Apex on two or three occasions with them not returning their calls. (This was before any dispute over the final payment as everyone was still under the impression the final 10% was due after final setting and placement.) I hope others can learn from our mistakes. For anyone involved in a major construction project, I highly recommend having an attorney or trusted GC review your contracts. If we had done that, we could have saved $2000-$4000.
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Plumbing Handyman Service reviews from real Angi homeowners in Milford, IN
After two bad experiences with 2 plumbers, I stopped into Modern Kitchens to see if they could help or give me some guidance. Bunny was a joy to do business with, came to the house with their plumber (Don's Plumbing) to evaluate what needed done and followed through til completion.
Joleen K.
5.0
09/2016
Excellent. After being stood up by two other plumbers, Don got it done. I've found my future plumber!
Doug B.
5.0
04/2016
They did a great job. The cabinets and entire kitchen look much better. They remounted the drawer fronts and doors. Everything was mounted so as to be in perfect alignment, you could drop a plumb-bob down the side of the drawer stacks.
I have had several pin hole leaks in my water lines over a finished basement ceiling. I tried calling my normal plumber but it was a Saturday night and they wouldnt answer. A neighbor told me they used A+ Plumbing Heating and Cooling. I called and they arrived within the hour. He not only...
Doug M.
5.0
08/2014
Don was absolutely wonderful. When I called, he told me how much to anticipate as a cost and it was accurate. He was quick to schedule the appointment and was very professional. He solved my plumbing issue and was very affordable. I highly recommend him and will definitely call him again!
Angela C.
5.0
01/2014
He was prompt. He gets in and he gets the job done. He is just very no-nonsense. He knows his job. I would not hesitate to use Randall Plumbing again if need be.
At PG Plumbing we have a simple yet powerful reason for starting our plumbing company: to bring a breath of fresh air to the plumbing industry in Fort Wayne and Allen County. With the rise of large corporate plumbing conglomerates, we noticed the disappearance of the small, locally-owned plumbing businesses that once thrived in our community. This inspired us to step in and make a difference. Our mission is clear: we are here to provide our customers with cost-effective, personal experiences rather than prioritizing profit margins. We understand the frustration that often comes with plumbing issues, and our goal is to alleviate that stress with a service you can trust. We invite you to choose PG Plumbing a local, employee-owned, reliable, and trustworthy team, for all your plumbing needs. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we are committed to providing you with the best service possible. Thank you for considering us as your plumbing partner in Fort Wayne. We look forward to serving you and your community for years to come.
"Everything went great!"
Mitchell G on April 2025
At PG Plumbing we have a simple yet powerful reason for starting our plumbing company: to bring a breath of fresh air to the plumbing industry in Fort Wayne and Allen County. With the rise of large corporate plumbing conglomerates, we noticed the disappearance of the small, locally-owned plumbing businesses that once thrived in our community. This inspired us to step in and make a difference. Our mission is clear: we are here to provide our customers with cost-effective, personal experiences rather than prioritizing profit margins. We understand the frustration that often comes with plumbing issues, and our goal is to alleviate that stress with a service you can trust. We invite you to choose PG Plumbing a local, employee-owned, reliable, and trustworthy team, for all your plumbing needs. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we are committed to providing you with the best service possible. Thank you for considering us as your plumbing partner in Fort Wayne. We look forward to serving you and your community for years to come.
We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Project went ok. Due to misunderstandings, additional work needed to be done. Added to the cost. Glue-down carpet was not the best work."
Mary M on October 2025
We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Project went ok. Due to misunderstandings, additional work needed to be done. Added to the cost. Glue-down carpet was not the best work."
Since 1972 A&R has been helping solve challenges concerning Septic, Sewer, Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, and other Environmental Services. 24/7 service available call, text, or email for residential, commercial, and industrial wastewater services.
"Boy do they come out of the gate strong, the automatic emails and text BOOM, in your face with all the appearance of a company trying to get your business....then they fall flat on their faces leaving you hanging. No follow up impossible to get a hold of and failed promises. Do not even start to attempt to hire this company, apparently they are so busy they can blow you off without a care."
Jeff M on May 2025
Since 1972 A&R has been helping solve challenges concerning Septic, Sewer, Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, and other Environmental Services. 24/7 service available call, text, or email for residential, commercial, and industrial wastewater services.
"Boy do they come out of the gate strong, the automatic emails and text BOOM, in your face with all the appearance of a company trying to get your business....then they fall flat on their faces leaving you hanging. No follow up impossible to get a hold of and failed promises. Do not even start to attempt to hire this company, apparently they are so busy they can blow you off without a care."
Hi my names Oscar. I have a repair job in an RV factory. I’ve also flipped 4 houses so I have some experience in remodeling and odds and ends repairs. I’d be happy to meet you and see what you need!
Hi my names Oscar. I have a repair job in an RV factory. I’ve also flipped 4 houses so I have some experience in remodeling and odds and ends repairs. I’d be happy to meet you and see what you need!
Groundworks is the nation’s leading and fastest-growing foundation repair and water management solutions provider. Groundworks is a vertically integrated company with its own manufacturing operations and a world-class software solution, allowing us to serve our customers more effectively. From the first phone call to the annual maintenance offered, our customers have peace of mind knowing we’re there with one mission – to repair, protect and improve their home.
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We had a challenging project with water removal and structural support issues. Our crew of Tim (Foreman), Marq, Jayshawn, and Devon worked diligently to install a new drainage system and support beam for the house, spending late nights to get the job done. Thanks to (Manager) Cornell for his assistance on this complex project.
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Matt E on July 2025
Groundworks is the nation’s leading and fastest-growing foundation repair and water management solutions provider. Groundworks is a vertically integrated company with its own manufacturing operations and a world-class software solution, allowing us to serve our customers more effectively. From the first phone call to the annual maintenance offered, our customers have peace of mind knowing we’re there with one mission – to repair, protect and improve their home.
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We had a challenging project with water removal and structural support issues. Our crew of Tim (Foreman), Marq, Jayshawn, and Devon worked diligently to install a new drainage system and support beam for the house, spending late nights to get the job done. Thanks to (Manager) Cornell for his assistance on this complex project.
Matt E
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Aquatech Basement Solutions Inc. is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Aquatech Basement Solutions Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"This company seems to have gone out of business. No warranty support. No way to contact the management. Lawsuit may be in order."
Dennis S on July 2024
Aquatech Basement Solutions Inc. is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Aquatech Basement Solutions Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"This company seems to have gone out of business. No warranty support. No way to contact the management. Lawsuit may be in order."
AJ's Plumbing & Electric proudly serves it's customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!
"Awesome, awesome business. The owner and his partner did a great job. They were friendly, easy to work with and worked quicklyâ ¦ They are also super neat, no trash was left behindâ ¦ Will be hiring this company again!!!"
Natalia H on April 2023
AJ's Plumbing & Electric proudly serves it's customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!
"Awesome, awesome business. The owner and his partner did a great job. They were friendly, easy to work with and worked quicklyâ ¦ They are also super neat, no trash was left behindâ ¦ Will be hiring this company again!!!"
Five Star Bath Solutions of is the top-of-the-line bathroom remodeling company. We've earned this title by using advanced technology, custom products, and attention to customer service. Using innovative software, Five Star Bath Solutions professionals will deliver a detailed estimate for your bathroom renovation project at an affordable price. We believe in setting standards for how projects are estimated, installed, and completed and passing that value on to you.
Five Star Bath Solutions of is the top-of-the-line bathroom remodeling company. We've earned this title by using advanced technology, custom products, and attention to customer service. Using innovative software, Five Star Bath Solutions professionals will deliver a detailed estimate for your bathroom renovation project at an affordable price. We believe in setting standards for how projects are estimated, installed, and completed and passing that value on to you.
Handy Hanft LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"From start to finish, it was a great experience. My wife and I are planning the next project with this company. We would recommend this company hands down"
Dana B on March 2024
Handy Hanft LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"From start to finish, it was a great experience. My wife and I are planning the next project with this company. We would recommend this company hands down"
With 48 years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your tub and shower needs. Family owned and operated, we take great pride in providing our customers with the highest quality products to fit their needs, our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every customized job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today, so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget and gives you the Bathroom of your dreams! Satisfaction guaranteed! We are a Service & Provider company.
"Andy and Adam were very professional; they were on time and extremely efficient. In our opinion, the end result turned out better than we envisioned. We absolutely recommend JR Bath!"
Clifford O on October 2025
With 48 years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your tub and shower needs. Family owned and operated, we take great pride in providing our customers with the highest quality products to fit their needs, our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every customized job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today, so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget and gives you the Bathroom of your dreams! Satisfaction guaranteed! We are a Service & Provider company.
"Andy and Adam were very professional; they were on time and extremely efficient. In our opinion, the end result turned out better than we envisioned. We absolutely recommend JR Bath!"
Clifford O on October 2025
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FAQs for plumbing handyman service projects in Milford, IN
The average cost to hire a handyman ranges from about $40 to $140 per hour. Average project cost ranges between $180 and $700, but the cost per hour and per project depends heavily on the type, size, and complexity of the project. The pro’s experience level and your location also factor into how much a handyman charges per hour or per project. You can also expect to pay higher rates or additional fees for emergency services, or around periods of high customer demand, like holidays.
Yes, most states require plumbers to be licensed, and for good reason. Hiring an unlicensed plumber could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations.
As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:
The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check
Required to have applicable state and local licenses
Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review
Paying to advertise their services
Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi
Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.
Do you have any before and after photos of your work?
How long have you been doing this kind of work?
Do you clean up and dispose of waste when the job is finished?
Yes, you should hire a handyman who’s licensed, certified, and insured, if possible. States have different requirements for handyman licensing, registration, and certifications. If licensing is required in your area, you may pay more for a licensed handyman with experience than one who is not licensed or certified, but you’re likely to get a better end result for your project. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local handymen guidelines.
The average cost to hire a plumber is around $100 an hour but can vary between $45 and $200 an hour depending on the plumber’s experience and the repair that you need. It’s also important to note that these prices can go up on holidays, and emergency plumber rates average $150 per hour, in addition to a flat-rate trip fee of $100 to $350.
The Milford, IN homeowners’ guide to plumbing handyman services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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