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Avatar for Cottrell & Co., Inc.

Cottrell & Co., Inc.

151 Whiteford Way
4.84(
511
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Approved Pro

Cottrell & Co., Inc.

151 Whiteford Way
4.84(
511
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
287 local quotes requested

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


Plumber Near Me

313 Westgate Dr
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro

Plumber Near Me

313 Westgate Dr
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
190 local quotes requested

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


"Seamless. They did the work the day after I called and did it right. They were great"

Diane H on October 2025

Servicing all your plumbing needs, locally owned and operated. Building a name you can trust. 24 hr emergency service.

"Seamless. They did the work the day after I called and did it right. They were great"

Diane H on October 2025


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Cottrell & Co, Inc.

100 Carolina Street
4.33(
6
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Cottrell & Co, Inc.

100 Carolina Street
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
28 local quotes requested
30 years of experience

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


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Palmetto Renovations of Columbia, Inc.

713 W Main St
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro

Palmetto Renovations of Columbia, Inc.

713 W Main St
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 local quotes requested

At Palmetto Renovations of Columbia, Inc., we specialize in delivering exceptional, full-service home renovations across the Midlands. From design and procurement to project execution and warranties, we manage every step of the process to ensure a seamless transformation. Whether you’re updating your kitchen, creating a spa-like bathroom, or embarking on a whole-home makeover, our experienced team is dedicated to bringing your vision to life. We serve families who value quality craftsmanship and a personalized approach. Let us help you turn your renovation dreams into reality—on time, within budget, and with integrity.

"They make life easy and projects exceptional. Grateful to have them in Lexington, SC! We worked with Palmetto Renovations from fall of 2023 through February of this year and we should have connected with their design specialty showroom and staff years ago as our home has never looked better. Our kitchen finally features real stone quartzite with a blend of stunning LVP waterproof flooring, elegant tiled backsplash and an entirely new lighting system from chandeliers to the under cabinet lighting. They replaced a window in the bay area to match the exterior clad. All trim was stained and by the time things were wrapped up, there were no imperfections to even address. It was an experience to brag about."

GENE M on June 2024

At Palmetto Renovations of Columbia, Inc., we specialize in delivering exceptional, full-service home renovations across the Midlands. From design and procurement to project execution and warranties, we manage every step of the process to ensure a seamless transformation. Whether you’re updating your kitchen, creating a spa-like bathroom, or embarking on a whole-home makeover, our experienced team is dedicated to bringing your vision to life. We serve families who value quality craftsmanship and a personalized approach. Let us help you turn your renovation dreams into reality—on time, within budget, and with integrity.

"They make life easy and projects exceptional. Grateful to have them in Lexington, SC! We worked with Palmetto Renovations from fall of 2023 through February of this year and we should have connected with their design specialty showroom and staff years ago as our home has never looked better. Our kitchen finally features real stone quartzite with a blend of stunning LVP waterproof flooring, elegant tiled backsplash and an entirely new lighting system from chandeliers to the under cabinet lighting. They replaced a window in the bay area to match the exterior clad. All trim was stained and by the time things were wrapped up, there were no imperfections to even address. It was an experience to brag about."

GENE M on June 2024


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One Stop Plumbing, Heating, and Air

410 Montrose Drive
5.00(
5
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One Stop Plumbing, Heating, and Air

410 Montrose Drive
5.00(
5
)
Customers say: Quick response
1 years of experience

One Stop Plumbing, Heating, and Air is a family-owned and operated company dedicated to delivering top-quality services with honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Since our founding, we have built a reputation for exceptional customer service and satisfaction. Our commitment to excellence drives us to exceed customer expectations with every service we provide, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and peace of mind for all your plumbing, heating, and air needs.

"It went really well"

Seth B on January 2025

One Stop Plumbing, Heating, and Air is a family-owned and operated company dedicated to delivering top-quality services with honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Since our founding, we have built a reputation for exceptional customer service and satisfaction. Our commitment to excellence drives us to exceed customer expectations with every service we provide, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and peace of mind for all your plumbing, heating, and air needs.

"It went really well"

Seth B on January 2025


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Herbs Plumbing

1035 Pine St
5.00(
6
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Herbs Plumbing

1035 Pine St
5.00(
6
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Hi, this is Herbert Berry, owner of Herb's plumbing. I've been in business for myself for a couple of years now. But I have been doing plumbing for many years. My business will meet all wants and needs with 100% satisfaction. If you need a great plumber to have on your call list, I'm that guy. Seek no more for a trustworthy and loyal plumber. I have 15 years of plumbing experience to offer, and I'm am licensed and bonded.

"Mr. Herbert was great! From start to finish, he was professional, knowledgeable, and courteous. Thank you so much."

Magaly Q on January 2024

Hi, this is Herbert Berry, owner of Herb's plumbing. I've been in business for myself for a couple of years now. But I have been doing plumbing for many years. My business will meet all wants and needs with 100% satisfaction. If you need a great plumber to have on your call list, I'm that guy. Seek no more for a trustworthy and loyal plumber. I have 15 years of plumbing experience to offer, and I'm am licensed and bonded.

"Mr. Herbert was great! From start to finish, he was professional, knowledgeable, and courteous. Thank you so much."

Magaly Q on January 2024


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Livingstone Engineering, LLC

725 South Dunes Drive
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Livingstone Engineering, LLC

725 South Dunes Drive
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Free onsite estimate

Mechanical Engineer (PE) - Hvac and any mechanical design work. Energy Efficiency Audits, General Whole-House Handyman, Troubleshooting repair and maintenance expert. Plumbing systems expert. HEATING AND AC expert. Electrical troubleshooting and repair. General home and commercial upfits and remodels consulting and renovations.

Mechanical Engineer (PE) - Hvac and any mechanical design work. Energy Efficiency Audits, General Whole-House Handyman, Troubleshooting repair and maintenance expert. Plumbing systems expert. HEATING AND AC expert. Electrical troubleshooting and repair. General home and commercial upfits and remodels consulting and renovations.


Magnolia Plumbing LLC

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Magnolia Plumbing LLC

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The Magnolia Plumbing LLC professionals are here to assist you with any plumbing needs in your home. Licensed and Insured with over 20 years of experience our technicians offer friendly, knowledgeable service at an affordable price. We will get to the root of the problem.

The Magnolia Plumbing LLC professionals are here to assist you with any plumbing needs in your home. Licensed and Insured with over 20 years of experience our technicians offer friendly, knowledgeable service at an affordable price. We will get to the root of the problem.


Beaver Plumbing and Electric

3827 Broad River Rd
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Beaver Plumbing and Electric

3827 Broad River Rd
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Free onsite estimate

Beaver Plumbing and Electric Licensed and Bonded Plumber and Electrician Electrical and Plumbing repair 30 years Experience All work includes a Warranty of service Water Heater and Pipe Repair Toilets and Faucet installation Ceiling fan and Light fixtures Electrical Troubleshooting

Beaver Plumbing and Electric Licensed and Bonded Plumber and Electrician Electrical and Plumbing repair 30 years Experience All work includes a Warranty of service Water Heater and Pipe Repair Toilets and Faucet installation Ceiling fan and Light fixtures Electrical Troubleshooting

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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Choosing between an electric water heater vs. a gas water heater comes down to personal preference. Overall, electric heaters are more energy efficient than their gas competitors. They’re also quieter to operate, take up less room, and don’t come with a risk of gas leaks. 

The downside is that electric water heaters cost more to operate than gas. They might also struggle to heat water fast enough for households that use large amounts of hot water. Lastly, a power outage could cause your electric water heater to stop working, whereas gas water heaters may still function.

We recommend you turn off the unit, the power, and the water supply as soon as you notice a leak. Your water heater tank should have a dedicated shut-off valve located on the cold inlet pipes. If the valve is broken or inoperable, use the shut-off valve to your home's main water supply to stop the flow to the entire house.

Avoid touching valves or pipes directly without confirming if they are hot. Wear gloves and other safety gear to keep from coming into contact with hot levers or components when turning off your leaking water heater.

Excessive pressure (above 80 psi) puts too much stress on plumbing pipes, joints, and fixtures. This can lead to leaks and burst pipes. Plus, it shortens the lifespan of appliances, can waste water, and can raise your utility bills. High water pressure might feel like a gift, but it’s actually a silent threat to plumbing.

It takes between one and three hours to replace a hot water heater element, depending on whether you hire a pro or do the work yourself. For example, a professional plumber with all the necessary tools and experience can often finish the job in one to two hours, whereas DIY will take two to three hours because it'll involve more preparation and troubleshooting.

Signs your water heater is about to fail include: a unit older than ten years, rust water coming from your faucets, banging and rumbling noises when you call for hot water, and leaks coming from the tank. You might also notice a foul odor when you turn on your hot water, akin to rotten eggs or sulfur. Of course, your water heater might also need replacement if your water doesn’t stay hot or takes longer to heat up.

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