My experience with them went very well. They were punctual and professional.
Description of Work: They installed a toilet and a vanity.
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
$900
NANCY E.
06/2009
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
I have hired Tarvin several times, even having them do an extensive bathroom remodeling project in 2006. I have always been pleased with their work.
Description of Work: Replace two separate broken faucets (one outside, one in the kitchen) and install a new kitchen disposal.
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
$1,300
TODD B.
06/2009
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
scheduled appt for an estimate a little more than a week in advance and they were able to match my schedule well. Showed up on time and gave me estimates and then completed the job quickly in a professional manner after I gave him the go ahead to replace the old main shut off valve.
Description of Work: Installed new main shut off valve - old valve was leaking. Work was done for $150, ~$140 less than another quote Also got an estimate for installing a frost proof faucet on an exterior garage door. Estimate was minimum of $500 - $600: $200 - $300 more than another quote. Decided I will attempt this job on my own.
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
$150
mary kay C.
06/2009
3.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
Work was acceptable, experience was horrible.
Description of Work: On the phone, Tarvin promised to come connect water service for $200. I had to take off work because they only work weekdays. When plumber arrived, before he would work, he said he would only work at an hourly rate of $82 and I had to pay his helper $41 per hour. I am an older woman and this was a man in his thirties. He spoke at me as if I was stupid and with a very bullying tone. This made me furious because of his tone and because the terms were a total abrogation of the phone agreement. They had me over a barrel and knew it. I had already taken off work, needed the water service to start renovation and I wasn't going to be able to get the service from anyone else that day. So, I had to agree. The plumber's "helper" soldered a pipe incorrectly so, when I pointed out the dripping, Tarvin fixed this. However, the plumber didn't notice this or chose to ignore it and, since I was paying by the hour, I had to pay for the time twice. This whole experience left a horrible taste in my mouth for Tarvin and Cincinnati plumbers in general.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
$350
Response from Tarvin Plumbing
Work occurred in February 2009. We never received a complaint from the customer other than reviewing this recently posted commentary. Customer received a free estimate in January for 7 different items at this address. Part of the estimate was a quotation of $200 to activate the water in the building ONLY, not to fix any leaks beyond this point. When plumber arrived on job, owner was under the impression that water would be turned on and all leaks fixed for this cost. Plumber and owner discussed this matter. Owner agreed to approximately $350. Work was performed (five leaks repaired) and bill was remitted for $338.55 in total. Our work was quoted and agreed upon before any work began. Owner had substantial time to call others for pricing and to perform work as our original quote came a month before work was performed.
David P.
06/2009
4.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
All went well, except for the price. Two Tarvin employees came and assessed the situation. A third employee came and completed the job the same day. The quality is great, all employees were professional and communicative. But I suspect a good bit of "hour inflation" took place based upon the size of the job and the numbers of work hours claimed (nearly 5 in total). After I posted my report, Tarvin Plumbing contacted me and apologized for the overcharge. They agreed that their use of multiple employees to begin and finish my job had resulted in an overcharge. They were very professional, and sent me a partial refund for the labor charges. Overall, I was very satisfied with the quality of the work, and with the final cost.
Description of Work: Lead fitting/pipe below toilet replaced with PVC.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$540
Response from Tarvin Plumbing
After reviewing the situation, we realized this customer had a valid reason to be upset about the pricing of the job. We have contacted this customer and will be sending him some money back. We try our best to assign a plumber to a job and leave him there until the job is complete. Unfortunately on this particular day, we needed to pull the original plumber off the job and send a new one over a few hours later. Because of this, the pricing was totaled to be more than it should have been which was not realized until further investigating the job in it's entirety.
LENORE N.
06/2009
5.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
They came out for an estimate, and it turned out well. It was in line with the other estimates I received. I ended up going with another company, but it was a difficult decision.
Description of Work: I considered him for a kitchen remodel.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
VERNA W.
05/2009
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
Everything went very well. The plumber was polite and professional. He did not push any products on me; I came to the decision on my own to replace the faucet when all he had to do was tighten the fixture. He installed the faucet very efficiently and gave me the Angie's List discount even though I couldn't find my coupon.
Description of Work: We had a leak in our kitchen sink that I thought came from the dishwasher. It turned out to be the faucet, which we had neglected for too long. Tarvin came earlier than expected, identified the source of the leak and replaced the faucet.
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
$250
ARTHUR K.
05/2009
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
The experience was very nice and good. They came out and looked the place over and figured out what needed to be done. They gave me an estimate that was satisfactory and I hired them. They did a good job.
Description of Work: I used Tarvin Plumbing Company.
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
$2,400
Laura R.
05/2009
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
He was a bit expensive, but did a great, thorough job. I would hire him again.
Description of Work: I hired them to replace a leaky faucet in the bathroom and other little jobs. He was at our home for more than 6 hours.
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
$500
Mya H.
05/2009
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
Phil did an excellent job of explaining what he felt was the problem and how he planned to fix the leak. He took the time to explain the work he did and made sure to clean up the area where he had fixed the leak. I would definitely use Tarvin again.
Description of Work: He repaired a lead on the waterline at the main shut off valve in the basement.
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
$262
BERNADETTE P.
05/2009
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They did a very good job. They were pretty punctual. There was not much mess for them to clean up. They were responsive and professional. Their price was reasonable.
Description of Work: Tarvin Plumbing Company took care of some leak in the garage recently.
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
$500
Stephen D.
05/2009
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
The plumber was ontime, professional, and courteous. He cleaned up any mess he created. The work completed was very satisfactory.
Description of Work: The plumber replaced an outside faucet and the main water shutoff valve.
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
$275
Kevin W.
04/2009
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They were prompt and courteous with same-day appointment. the fix to the problem was rather simple - some construction debris was causing the dripping. A flush of the line fixed the problem. fortunately nothing more expensive. the Angie's list coupon was very helpful.
Description of Work: Repaired leaking faucet
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
$69
Barry R.
04/2009
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They were punctual, responsive, and courteous. I would recommend them to others.
Description of Work: They fixed two toilets that were not working properly and examined a downspout that was not working.
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
$237
DEBORAH W.
04/2009
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
My experience with them was excellent, because they cleaned up after themselves. One of the faucets he installed leaked. We took the drawer to them and he took it to a cabinet maker and made it right. I will use them again in the future as necessary.
Description of Work: Tarvin Plumbing installed a kitchen faucet and a garbage disposal and two faucets in the bathroom. They also installed a sump pump.
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
$630.78
Jennifer B.
04/2009
5.0
water heater repair
+ -1 more
Our water heater died unexpectedly and Tarvin was able to come out quickly and look at it. The fan needed cleaning and then the water heater was able to function again. The heater was old and on it's last legs, so we knew we would need to replace it soon. The estimate from Tarvin to put in a new heater was higher than some other estimates we received, so we did not end up having them replace the entire water heater.
Description of Work: The fan on our water heater was cleaned out.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
Gerard S.
04/2009
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They are always professional. They always do a great job. They are very punctual. They always get the work done and don't leave a big mess. They are very polite as well. They are a little expensive but it is done well everytime.
Description of Work: Tarvin Plumbing Company came out and fixed my sink.
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
$100
Darla L.
04/2009
5.0
gas leak repair
+ -1 more
I had an inspection and found that I had a gas leak on the main line coming into the house, just inside the house. There had been a joint in the pipe which led to radiators which were no longer there. Duke Energy had shut my gas off and I needed a repair urgently in my 2 family home. Tarvin came out the next day. They were reasonably priced - they did not charge extra due to the urgent nature of my need, which I really appreciated. In addition, since they were there, I asked if they could fix a few other problems which I had been putting off - a loose toilet, some faucet issues. He did that as well, all for an hourly rate. Now, he did need to go to the store, did not have the right piping on the truck, and I had to pay for the time for him to go to the store, which was disappointing. But he gave me the choice to fix the old pipe, which may not hold, or to replace it with a pipe that had no joint. He took time to explain my options and did a great job.
Description of Work: Replaced pipe to repair a gas leak. Fixed toilet which was not properly seated. Fixed three faucets that were loose.
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
$500
MELVIN E.
04/2009
4.0
water heater repair
+ -1 more
It was also planned to install a ball valve before the water meter but water company was unresponsive and curb valve tool that the installer had was too short so the total job was not completed. I was told that if they had to come back to replace the valve before the meter I would be charged extra labor. I opted to just have the cost of the second valve refunded. Water heater works well. Noise level is OK.
Description of Work: Installed a 50 gallon power vent gas water heater with extra magnesium rod and a power vent. Also replaced main house valve with a ball valve and hot water valve with a ball valve. No electrical work needed.
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
$1,872
ELIZABETH H.
03/2009
5.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
We thought the service was excellent. They did exactly what they promised. Make sure you know exactly what the contract says. We picked out some cabinets based on the look and we didn't measure them. They worked with us and another company and got glass enclosures around the tub. They worked with us to get it right and made suggestions that we hadn't thought about. We were very pleased with them. The subcontractors all call if they aren't going to be there.
Description of Work: They remodeled two full baths in our home.
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
Patricia C.
03/2009
5.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
Short notice estimate. three day turnaround. Excellent work.
Description of Work: Did a short notice replacement of bathroom fixtures, toilet, sink. Three day turn around. I chose materials from supplier. Tarvin picked them up for the job. Job took all day and they stuck by their estimate. Clean. Detailed, Skilled work. Didn't mind my 'hanging on' and asking questions. Old house, built in 1930s...always a surprise when remodels done.
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
LINDA E.
03/2009
5.0
wells
+ -1 more
Excellent service by Phil. Left area spotless.
Description of Work: Installed new sump pump with battery back-up system.
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
$877
Jo Anne F.
03/2009
5.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
They have been very professional, and very good in their work. Everything is going smoothly till now. They are always on time and respond quickly if I have any questions. The quality of work is very good and I will be using their services again in the future.
Description of Work: They are remodeling a basement in my house. They have almost completed the work.
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
$20,000
Sheryl E B.
03/2009
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They are outstanding. I got them off of Angie's list. They are very punctual. They are detail oriented. They outline what they are doing and what the cost is. They provide options for me and they understand that the economy is stressed.
Description of Work: Tarvin Plumbing Company doing some renovations for me.
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
Jim B.
02/2009
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
Offered to send someone out the same day I called. I asked to delay to the next morning with no problem. Service person called before arriving and was actually 15 minutes early. Extra labor time was required because the new faucets I supplied required the shut off valves to be moved. Entire job was very well done. Used Angie's List coupon.
Description of Work: Replaced 2 kitchen faucets and a disposal. Price included 4 hours labor and the disposal.
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Service Categories
Plumbing,
Drain Cleaning,
Water Heaters,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Wells and Pumps,
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FAQ
Tarvin Plumbing is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tarvin Plumbing accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Tarvin Plumbing does not offer free project estimates.
No, Tarvin Plumbing does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Tarvin Plumbing does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Tarvin Plumbing offers emergency services.
Yes, Tarvin Plumbing offers warranties.
Tarvin Plumbing offers the following services: Kitchen & bath remodeling, ceramic tile, plastering, flooring, mirrors, shower doors, fixtures, plumbing repairs, sump pumps, back-flow, water heaters, water lines & drain cleaning.