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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 2401-2425 of 2618 reviews

Pamela J.
06/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Cleared clogged kitchen drain. Quick response with off hours calls available for an additional charge (didn't use). Very professional, checked for leaks after clearing the clog and re-assembled the drain pipes under the sink that I had taken apart.

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
$150

Laura A.
05/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Service was great. We had a leak in our basement - came out promptly, explained things thoroughly and answered questions, and left things better than they found it. Took preventative measures to help ensure leak would not happen again as things had not been done right the first time.

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
$110

Curtis & Lynda M.
05/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Replaced bath tub drain. Repair was very hard to complete due to limited access. Repairman worked hard and made proper repairs at a fair price. I also used the Angie's List discount coupon.

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

JASON P.
05/2014
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: They quickly unclogged the bathroom sink. The plumber was courteous, treated my novice questions respectfully & wore booties to not track mud. They are my preferred company.

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
$140

WILLIAM T.
05/2014
2.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
See above.
Description of Work: I have used Waterworks before. In general, I like the skill and professionalism of their plumbers--though I've had a few duds too. I called to have them look for a leak and repair a drain. They gave me the usual--extremely annoying--4 hour window. Normally, they arrive within the first hour of the window. This time they didn't arrive at all!! No phone call from the service person. It is bad enough that they charge too much. But for those prices, they should have better scheduling and much better customer relations!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
1.0


Response from The Waterworks
Thank you for contacting Angie's List with respect to your recent experience with The Waterworks. I apologize that we did not meet the time frame for which you were scheduled. On the date of your service call, a customer service representative called and spoke with you at 10:40am; she called as a courtesy to delay service informing you that our technicians were running extremely behind. Due to the weather conditions the week of your service, our technicians were taking longer than expected on their jobs. Again, I apologize for the inconvenience this caused for you. Sincerely, Ursula Anderson Customer Service Supervisor

Mark W.
05/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Replace toilet and and outdoor water spigot

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Victor B.
04/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Replaced leaking waterline into basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Mitch T.
04/2014
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They cleared main stack, and they were great to work with. However they did not have correct snake to do bathtub. Given the size of that truck, and fact I asked for bathtub too, so I'm downrating them to a B; they should've had that tool imo, or had someone bring it out. Not a huge deal, and I'm not dissatisfied, but I am not quite delighted. | |Note they took the cost of the bathtub off their initial estimate, so no worry there, and they said they'd call back tomorrow.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Lorrie Y.
04/2014
1.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
didn't go.
Description of Work: Nothing. They refused to provide an estimate on the phone for the install (replacement) of a garbage disposal and kitchen faucet. I don't have time to take off work to have an estimate done for something as mundane as this. Really, ridiculous.

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


Response from The Waterworks
Thank you for contacting Angie's List regarding your experience with The Waterworks. I can appreciate your frustration. I would like to explain to you why The Waterworks provides pricing onsite and not over the telephone. Telephone pricing is often inaccurate, especially because there are some many variables present with respect to the scope of services requested. Which is why The Waterworks offer a complimentary, no obligation visual estimate onsite after the technician has had the opportunity to take a look at all of the aspects of the service request. In addition, we offer evening and Saturday availability to our customers, at no additional charge, for plumbing needs. We hope that in the future, you will allow The Waterworks to provide you with exceptional service, as we strive to provide all of our customers.

Sallie G.
04/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Repair, replaced subpump and hooked up backup battery. Installed all new piping inside and outside home where it was leaking.

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
$400

Kathy O.
04/2014
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I was told my appointment would be around 9:00 am. After phone calls every hour they finally showed at 4:00 and didn't have the part on the truck. I ended up getting a new faucet from the manufacturer and had someone else install.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
punctuality
1.0

$75

Linda M.
04/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Had an overflow pipe that was bubbling out water even though the sump pump was working fine. The pipe I had replaced a few years ago had developed a root clog toward the street which caused the water to backup and overflow. They ran a borer through the pipe removed the clog then ran a camera up to the pipes to make sure it was clear. Didn't take long to do at all and the water is flowing from the sump pump to the street just fine now.

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
$260

EVAN & NANCY W.
04/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Kathleen S.
04/2014
5.0
plumbing, drain pipe, sewer cleaning
  + 1 more
.
Description of Work: We had a leak in our sewage drain pipe. The plumber was efficient, polite, and thorough . He cleaned up and was careful not to dirty our carpet. He saved us from a disaster .

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
$400

Chris S.
04/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They installed a new faucet in my rental property. The person I spoke with on the phone was unable to provide an estimate over the phone.

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

$209

Kim S.
03/2014
5.0
water heater repair
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: Replace hot water heater and brought venting and water shut offs up to code since the code has changed since the water heater was replaced last time.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0


MELODYE J.
03/2014
1.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: After calling the company and asking if they charge extra to crawl into a crawl space (which is where our pipes are)I was told no, I was also told I wouldn't be charged anything for the service call- only the service if they did the work. Turns out this was a leak coming from the roof after the big snow we had and it was coming down in between the dry wall and on to our carpet. The Waterworks guy was here for all of 5 minutes when he tells me it's not a pipe issue then proceeds to ask if I wanted him to get in the attic to check the roof, told him no, then he asks if I want him to tear back the carpet where the leak was, um no, your not a roofer or a carpet installer so why would I have him do this? Long story short he went out to the van he came in and brought in paper work wanting me to pay him $95.00 dollars? I asked him you didn't do anything and I was told by the company you only charge for the service performed? Then he hem hauled around to tell me he crawled under the crawl space, told him I was told you do not charge to do that, then he said "well, I drove all the way here from Westerville" mind you I'm 20 minutes from Westerville. Told him I was going to call the company then he left. Very shady people working there. I did figure out why he wanted to all these "other" services (pulling the carpet back, checking the roof) He told me if he does any other special services he would charge the service call. So he was just trying to make sure he got paid for something, unfortunately for him I had already asked all the right questions when I booked the appointment and no they do not charge extra to get into the crawl space. Sorry guy!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0


Response from The Waterworks
Thank you for contacting Angie's List. Upon researching your review, I have no record of The Waterworks providing you with service in February 2014 or ever providing service for you at the Georgesville Rd. address you referenced. The last time The Waterworks provided service in your name was December 2012. Sincerely, Ursula Anderson Customer Service Supervisor

Daniela O.
03/2014
5.0
water heater repair
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: Restored heating to hot water tank.

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

Kenneth E S.
03/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .

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
$250

ROBERT C D.
03/2014
5.0
water heater repair
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .

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

Mark M.
03/2014
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
Prompt, clean and professional.
Description of Work: They came out promptly to clean out a backed up sewer line.

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
$200

Bruce B.
02/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Very responsive.
Description of Work: Came at night thinking there was a frozen pipe. Determined that there was no frozen pipe but a problem with a valve. adjusted valve and working properly.

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
$160

Donald G.
02/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .

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

LAUREL & RALPH D.
02/2014
5.0
handyman service, plumbing
  + 0 more
.
Description of Work: Installed a new kitchen sink and built a vanity/sink in the bathroom.

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
$1,100

Scott W.
01/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .

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

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