4.5 
1.8k+ Very knowledgeable and professional company! Prompt response time and very reasonable prices! Resolved my plumbing issues in a timely manner. Did a phenomenal job, and clean-up was amazing! Good eveningI would definitely use them if a plumbing issue came up again? I would recommend them to...
I highly recommend them to any type of service for plumbing.
1-800 Plumber & Air of ColumbiaExcellent work from start to finish by Cola Town Construction. They surveyed the job and came up with an great low cost solution to an issue that another contractor wanted to make a lot more complicated and expensive. They scheduled the work around the best times for us and accomplished the...
Cola Town Construction and Renovations LLCThis is the worse company ever I will not recommend to anyone. 2 different technicians came out to my home on 7 different times 1 name Henry claim he was the manger to fix my heat and Here it is a month later I still have no heat. Henry the so call manger stated to me he didn't know what's...
Our water heater needed to be replaced immediately but due some electrical issues, our regular plumber wanted us to have an electrician look at it first. We found Crew Plumbing on Angie's list and called them because they were highly rated and they do electrical work too. They came the same...
Crew Plumbing & DrainScott Viehweg has provided plumbing services for our home several times in the last five years, including waterproofing our basement, installing a sump pump and de-scaling Rinnai tankless heaters. He recently installed a new Rinnai water heater to replace two which were damaged in October,...
I did not due my due diligence in researching this company because the owner was a ?personal friend? to my general contractor. The job was installation of 2 new tankless gas hot water heaters, plus 7 items on my misc list (of which one item got completed), which they estimated would take...
Quality Life SolutionsI was contacted quickly by Freedom Plumbing and they were very accommodating. However, I realized that I did not need the service and I advised Freedom Plumbing of this. I would not hesitate to use them in the future.
Freedom Plumbing IncI contacted Greg to set up a time for an estimate for our job. The time for our estimate appointment came and went. Greg contacted me and said he didn't think we had an appointment, but he came out right away. He looked at our space, was very personable, and said he would get an estimate...
Best PlumbingI used this plumbing company for over ten years. Their prices are reasonable and I highly recommend their plumbing services.
E.F. Martin Mechanical Contractors, Inc. is a full service HVAC company which has been servicing Columbia and surrounding areas since 1976. We specialize in Commercial and Residential Installation, Service and Maintenance. Our services provided include New Construction Homes, Duct Work, Vapor Barrier, Insulation, Indoor Air Quality Testing, Indoor Air Quality Product Installation, service/repair, Installation, as well as maintenance. While we service and maintenance all brands of equipment, E.F. Martin mainly installs American Standard, Carrier or Goodman brand units. E.F. Martin has been an American Standard Customer Care dealer since 2012.
"Great to work with!"
Brad P on May 2023
E.F. Martin Mechanical Contractors, Inc. is a full service HVAC company which has been servicing Columbia and surrounding areas since 1976. We specialize in Commercial and Residential Installation, Service and Maintenance. Our services provided include New Construction Homes, Duct Work, Vapor Barrier, Insulation, Indoor Air Quality Testing, Indoor Air Quality Product Installation, service/repair, Installation, as well as maintenance. While we service and maintenance all brands of equipment, E.F. Martin mainly installs American Standard, Carrier or Goodman brand units. E.F. Martin has been an American Standard Customer Care dealer since 2012.
"Great to work with!"
Brad P on May 2023
Super Service Award winner 12 years in a row! Reviewed on Angie's List for 12 solid years! We return all emergency calls within 15 mins, 24 hrs day, 7 days wk. Why? You're our #1 priority as without YOU, there is no US. It's really that simple. The big difference is we CARE. We GENUINELY care. We always will. Please visit our website for our rating statistics at: www.Servant Plumbing.com or touch link above and see how we walk it when we say you're number one to us, and not just talk it as so many companies do.
"AJ came out to my house to do a quote to replace the sink drain stopper for our two bathrooms. The quote was so much less than the other two quotes I had obtained that I hired him to do the job on the spot. He did the job professionally and in a very short time. He was also very personable and very friendly. I will call Servant Plumbing and ask that AJ come and do the same job at a condo I own in Mt. Pleasant."
Jose C on July 2023
Super Service Award winner 12 years in a row! Reviewed on Angie's List for 12 solid years! We return all emergency calls within 15 mins, 24 hrs day, 7 days wk. Why? You're our #1 priority as without YOU, there is no US. It's really that simple. The big difference is we CARE. We GENUINELY care. We always will. Please visit our website for our rating statistics at: www.Servant Plumbing.com or touch link above and see how we walk it when we say you're number one to us, and not just talk it as so many companies do.
"AJ came out to my house to do a quote to replace the sink drain stopper for our two bathrooms. The quote was so much less than the other two quotes I had obtained that I hired him to do the job on the spot. He did the job professionally and in a very short time. He was also very personable and very friendly. I will call Servant Plumbing and ask that AJ come and do the same job at a condo I own in Mt. Pleasant."
Jose C on July 2023
At Gonzo Heating and Air Company we provide a clean and quality work for our customers. Gonzo Heating and Air Services has been in business for three years but the owner and operator has over ten years of experience. Not only are we clean and efficient but our top priority is being on time and getting to our customers as fast as we can. Gonzo’s company is a small business that is located in Columbia, South Carolina and we don’t mind traveling all over the state to help our customers needs. Since we’re not a big box company we can provide very good pricing and still have the same quality if not better than other companies provide. We take pride in our work and if you can just give us a chance, we can guarantee it would be a good decision!
"Repaired heater and restored my faith in mankind Thank you"
William M on November 2024
At Gonzo Heating and Air Company we provide a clean and quality work for our customers. Gonzo Heating and Air Services has been in business for three years but the owner and operator has over ten years of experience. Not only are we clean and efficient but our top priority is being on time and getting to our customers as fast as we can. Gonzo’s company is a small business that is located in Columbia, South Carolina and we don’t mind traveling all over the state to help our customers needs. Since we’re not a big box company we can provide very good pricing and still have the same quality if not better than other companies provide. We take pride in our work and if you can just give us a chance, we can guarantee it would be a good decision!
"Repaired heater and restored my faith in mankind Thank you"
William M on November 2024
Cottrell & Co., Inc. Plumbing, Heating and Air is a full service residential and commercial plumbing, heating and air company that has proudly served the Columbia and Lexington areas since 1995. We have enjoyed building a reputation of excellence through quality parts, expert employees and maintaining high standards of workmanship. We pride ourselves in communication with our customers by listening, offering multiple solutions and always giving the price upfront. We also offer 24-hour emergency services.
"Do not use this company for backflow tests! I called Cottrell for a simple backflow device test. I was charged $213 for a backflow test which was over twice the amount I was told to expect by friends and family who had the same test done by other plumbers (one even showed me his invoice for $35.00). It is an absurd price for a very simple test and far overpriced compared to other plumbers in the area."
William C on September 2023
Cottrell & Co., Inc. Plumbing, Heating and Air is a full service residential and commercial plumbing, heating and air company that has proudly served the Columbia and Lexington areas since 1995. We have enjoyed building a reputation of excellence through quality parts, expert employees and maintaining high standards of workmanship. We pride ourselves in communication with our customers by listening, offering multiple solutions and always giving the price upfront. We also offer 24-hour emergency services.
"Do not use this company for backflow tests! I called Cottrell for a simple backflow device test. I was charged $213 for a backflow test which was over twice the amount I was told to expect by friends and family who had the same test done by other plumbers (one even showed me his invoice for $35.00). It is an absurd price for a very simple test and far overpriced compared to other plumbers in the area."
William C on September 2023
Freedom A/C and Heating Services, established in 2019, is Richland and Lexington County's trusted partner for all HVAC needs. Led by Michael Woodall's 35 years of expertise, their experienced team specializes in heating and air conditioning installation, repair, and maintenance for residential and commercial properties. Prompt and professional service is guaranteed, along with competitive rates, free estimates, 24/7 emergency services, and an unparalleled customer experience. Freedom A/C and Heating Services is dedicated to ensuring comfort with every project they undertake, WE PROUDLY SERVE Richland and Lexington County.
"Very well. They were prompt, professional and addressed all of my concerns. Did a very neat installation."
Richard N on December 2024
Freedom A/C and Heating Services, established in 2019, is Richland and Lexington County's trusted partner for all HVAC needs. Led by Michael Woodall's 35 years of expertise, their experienced team specializes in heating and air conditioning installation, repair, and maintenance for residential and commercial properties. Prompt and professional service is guaranteed, along with competitive rates, free estimates, 24/7 emergency services, and an unparalleled customer experience. Freedom A/C and Heating Services is dedicated to ensuring comfort with every project they undertake, WE PROUDLY SERVE Richland and Lexington County.
"Very well. They were prompt, professional and addressed all of my concerns. Did a very neat installation."
Richard N on December 2024
Plumbing problems can be a hassle for any homeowner, but Meetze Plumbing is here to take the stress out of the situation! Our team of highly trained plumbers provides fast and reliable services throughout Augusta. Whether you have a pesky drain clog, a failing water heater, or a leaking pipe, we have the solution you need. Our local plumbers are committed to keeping your home’s plumbing systems in exceptional condition, so you can count on us for a job done right.
"I don't ever write negative reviews, but we had the worst experience with Meetze Plumbing. It started ok, but it fell apart pretty quickly. We have tried to get them to resolve the issue beyond the measly $500 off our bill they offered. We hired them to move our bathtub drain and water supply to fit our newly purchased free-standing tub to replace our builder-grade tub during our bathroom remodel. The first technician that came out was polite and moved the drain and water supply based on the schematic for the new tub. We paid that bill. The next step was to have the floor and wall tile installed which we did. Then, Meetze was to come in and install the tub. A new technician showed up and, when it became clear that the drain was not moved to the proper location because the tub wouldn't fit, he let us know the first technician no longer worked for them. He moved the drain to the new location after we had the floor tile cut to accommodate the new hole in the floor where the technician marked it. This appeared to solve the problem, but, when they placed the tub, we noticed that the water supply (installed in the wall) was not aligned to the center of the tub. Due to this issue, we could not use a standard length tub spout or the water would pour over the tub lip onto the floor. We brought this to Meetze's attention, and they sent someone out who determined that a floor joist prevented them from moving the drain to align with the water supply. We couldn't move them both without major tile demolition on both the floor and the wall to move both the drain and water supply to align. At no time did Meetze offer to pay for the tile work to make it right. So, we sucked it up and ordered an expensive long tub spout knowing that it would always bother us that the water supply and tub did not line up, but at least we could use the tub. When we finally got the tub spout in the mail, I was excited to try out the tub, but, when I climbed into the tub facing the water supply fixtures, I could clearly see that the faucet handle and tub spout were also not aligned!!! The faucet handle is about 1/2" off center of the tub spout (see picture). I contacted the owner with no response and replied to the invoice email requesting that an owner or manager reach out to me. Still no response! I know people make mistakes, but they should be corrected. If we ever sell our home, someone with the smallest bit of OCD will not be able to handle the misalignment of the tub, tub spout, and faucet handle. The only communication Meetze is happy to send is an invoice asking when we plan to pay. I am paying the invoice now, as much as it boils my blood to pay for such shoddy work. Please do not use them. They may be a little less expensive than the other guy, but it is not worth the headache and the permanent damage to your home."
Debbie B on February 2025
Plumbing problems can be a hassle for any homeowner, but Meetze Plumbing is here to take the stress out of the situation! Our team of highly trained plumbers provides fast and reliable services throughout Augusta. Whether you have a pesky drain clog, a failing water heater, or a leaking pipe, we have the solution you need. Our local plumbers are committed to keeping your home’s plumbing systems in exceptional condition, so you can count on us for a job done right.
"I don't ever write negative reviews, but we had the worst experience with Meetze Plumbing. It started ok, but it fell apart pretty quickly. We have tried to get them to resolve the issue beyond the measly $500 off our bill they offered. We hired them to move our bathtub drain and water supply to fit our newly purchased free-standing tub to replace our builder-grade tub during our bathroom remodel. The first technician that came out was polite and moved the drain and water supply based on the schematic for the new tub. We paid that bill. The next step was to have the floor and wall tile installed which we did. Then, Meetze was to come in and install the tub. A new technician showed up and, when it became clear that the drain was not moved to the proper location because the tub wouldn't fit, he let us know the first technician no longer worked for them. He moved the drain to the new location after we had the floor tile cut to accommodate the new hole in the floor where the technician marked it. This appeared to solve the problem, but, when they placed the tub, we noticed that the water supply (installed in the wall) was not aligned to the center of the tub. Due to this issue, we could not use a standard length tub spout or the water would pour over the tub lip onto the floor. We brought this to Meetze's attention, and they sent someone out who determined that a floor joist prevented them from moving the drain to align with the water supply. We couldn't move them both without major tile demolition on both the floor and the wall to move both the drain and water supply to align. At no time did Meetze offer to pay for the tile work to make it right. So, we sucked it up and ordered an expensive long tub spout knowing that it would always bother us that the water supply and tub did not line up, but at least we could use the tub. When we finally got the tub spout in the mail, I was excited to try out the tub, but, when I climbed into the tub facing the water supply fixtures, I could clearly see that the faucet handle and tub spout were also not aligned!!! The faucet handle is about 1/2" off center of the tub spout (see picture). I contacted the owner with no response and replied to the invoice email requesting that an owner or manager reach out to me. Still no response! I know people make mistakes, but they should be corrected. If we ever sell our home, someone with the smallest bit of OCD will not be able to handle the misalignment of the tub, tub spout, and faucet handle. The only communication Meetze is happy to send is an invoice asking when we plan to pay. I am paying the invoice now, as much as it boils my blood to pay for such shoddy work. Please do not use them. They may be a little less expensive than the other guy, but it is not worth the headache and the permanent damage to your home."
Debbie B on February 2025
My name is Kevin Hamlin and I started Plumber Near Me LLC in West Columbia 2 years ago. I have been in plumbing for 10 years and enjoy providing services to my clients through a small owner operated business. I provide all plumbing services anything related to water, drain, and gas. Services such as repipes, repaira, drain cleaning water heaters, etc..
"Responded quickly for my plumbing emergency. Gave me a fair quote and didn’t go up on it; he warrants his work for 90 days. Kevin is my plumber for life."
Steven C on February 2025
My name is Kevin Hamlin and I started Plumber Near Me LLC in West Columbia 2 years ago. I have been in plumbing for 10 years and enjoy providing services to my clients through a small owner operated business. I provide all plumbing services anything related to water, drain, and gas. Services such as repipes, repaira, drain cleaning water heaters, etc..
"Responded quickly for my plumbing emergency. Gave me a fair quote and didn’t go up on it; he warrants his work for 90 days. Kevin is my plumber for life."
Steven C on February 2025
Servicing all your plumbing needs, locally owned and operated. Building a name you can trust. 24 hr emergency service.
"I left a review, earlier today and now regret leaving it. I was trying to be gracious and understanding, but I realize now that I just needed to give a little more time. He reached out to me this afternoon and I will use him again in the future."
Linda B on April 2025
Servicing all your plumbing needs, locally owned and operated. Building a name you can trust. 24 hr emergency service.
"I left a review, earlier today and now regret leaving it. I was trying to be gracious and understanding, but I realize now that I just needed to give a little more time. He reached out to me this afternoon and I will use him again in the future."
Linda B on April 2025
Since 1995, Cottrell & Co., Inc. has been providing expert plumbing repair, heating repair, air conditioning repair and drain cleaning service to homeowners and businesses in Columbia, Lexington, and beyond. We're known as the only service company you want in your home. We service residential and commercial buildings all over the Midlands. Our Master Plumbers and NATE Certified HVAC specialists are hand-picked and expertly trained to provide you with the finest plumbing, heating and air service and installations. When you need it done right, you need a Master Plumber or a NATE Certified HVAC Specialist. Call Cottrell & Co!
"Hunter and Raheem replaced my water heater this morning. Well pleased with the job. They cleaned up afterwards, and you would not have known they were ever there."
Richard M on May 2025
Since 1995, Cottrell & Co., Inc. has been providing expert plumbing repair, heating repair, air conditioning repair and drain cleaning service to homeowners and businesses in Columbia, Lexington, and beyond. We're known as the only service company you want in your home. We service residential and commercial buildings all over the Midlands. Our Master Plumbers and NATE Certified HVAC specialists are hand-picked and expertly trained to provide you with the finest plumbing, heating and air service and installations. When you need it done right, you need a Master Plumber or a NATE Certified HVAC Specialist. Call Cottrell & Co!
"Hunter and Raheem replaced my water heater this morning. Well pleased with the job. They cleaned up afterwards, and you would not have known they were ever there."
Richard M on May 2025
Kavontay's 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.
Kavontay's 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.
The average cost to install a new water heater is around $1,300, but you can expect to pay between $875 and $1,750, depending on the kind of water heater, the size of the unit, and the professional chosen to complete the work. Tankless water heaters can push your price higher, as installation is more complicated, with prices as high as $3,500. The location and accessibility of your water heater will play a role in the project cost, as those sitting in tight spaces like a crawl space will drive up your labor costs.
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.
Yes, most states require HVAC technicians to be certified, and for good reason. Hiring an unlicensed HVAC technician 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.
The average cost to unclog a drain is around $200, with prices ranging between $110 and $800, depending on the type of drain and the extent of the clog. Hiring a professional to snake the toilet or sink will usually cost between $110 and $275, a bathtub or shower typically costs around $225, and a main line clog can cost between $100 and $800 based on the severity of the clog and how far beyond the access point the clog sits. Since the labor involved varies, most plumbers will charge an hourly rate for drain cleaning.
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.
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