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Plumber Near Me

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Plumber Near Me

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

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."

Steve 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."

Steve C on February 2025


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Ka'Vontay's Door Installation

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Ka'Vontay's Door Installation

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3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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.


Rocky Branch Utilities

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Rocky Branch Utilities

4.79(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

At we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very responsive and professional. Will use them again. Thank you for service!"

Evelyn D on August 2024

At we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very responsive and professional. Will use them again. Thank you for service!"

Evelyn D on August 2024


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Premier Home Pros, LLC

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Premier Home Pros, LLC

4.58(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
119 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

Premier Home Pros specializes in full bathroom remodels and installs finely crafted bathtubs and showers in as little as one day. With maintenance-free solutions and a variety of stunning designs to match your style, getting your dream bathroom has never been easier and more affordable. All of our products our backed by a full lifetime and service warranty program to offer customers the last system they will ever need. Get a FREE design consultation and transform your bathroom into a space that's not only functional, beautiful.

"Shower renovation was completed by premier-homepros.com back in May of 2025, after several weeks we noticed a water stain in the flooring adjacent to the bathroom. The company came back out and admitted that the employee who did the work has sabotaged some of his previous jobs and was terminated. They then opened the wall behind their work and discovered black mold from the leak. There was also water damage the flooring and subflooring. The homeowner to contact some companies to get estimates on getting this resolved. Homeowner is disabled and suffering from brain cancer and dementia. After consulting friends in the industry (general contractors and residential insurance) it was decided that handling of this matter should be done by the company who knowingly and admittedly sabotaged the work. This is not acceptable. Reached back out to the company several times and were delayed even further. We are now entering our 6th month of this dispute and have no bathroom to use"

Josh W on November 2025

Premier Home Pros specializes in full bathroom remodels and installs finely crafted bathtubs and showers in as little as one day. With maintenance-free solutions and a variety of stunning designs to match your style, getting your dream bathroom has never been easier and more affordable. All of our products our backed by a full lifetime and service warranty program to offer customers the last system they will ever need. Get a FREE design consultation and transform your bathroom into a space that's not only functional, beautiful.

"Shower renovation was completed by premier-homepros.com back in May of 2025, after several weeks we noticed a water stain in the flooring adjacent to the bathroom. The company came back out and admitted that the employee who did the work has sabotaged some of his previous jobs and was terminated. They then opened the wall behind their work and discovered black mold from the leak. There was also water damage the flooring and subflooring. The homeowner to contact some companies to get estimates on getting this resolved. Homeowner is disabled and suffering from brain cancer and dementia. After consulting friends in the industry (general contractors and residential insurance) it was decided that handling of this matter should be done by the company who knowingly and admittedly sabotaged the work. This is not acceptable. Reached back out to the company several times and were delayed even further. We are now entering our 6th month of this dispute and have no bathroom to use"

Josh W on November 2025


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Hometown Plumbing

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Hometown Plumbing

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

With nearly 20 years of experience we are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction. We provide QUALITY work at affordable prices.

"Was very kind, able to come right away. "

Sofia C on October 2025

With nearly 20 years of experience we are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction. We provide QUALITY work at affordable prices.

"Was very kind, able to come right away. "

Sofia C on October 2025


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Van Services

4.80(
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Van Services

4.80(
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Customers say: Quick response
148 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Took he’s time to make sure everything was being installed correctly. Would hire again. "

Juan V on November 2025

We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Took he’s time to make sure everything was being installed correctly. Would hire again. "

Juan V on November 2025


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Integrity Builders & Remodelers, Inc

4.96(
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Integrity Builders & Remodelers, Inc

4.96(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
87 local quotes requested

As a 2017 Angie's List Super Service Award winner, Integrity Builders & Remodelers has 44 years of experience in the Remodeling and Home Building Industries. We are a local, veteran owned company native to Columbia. Integrity Builders & Remodelers has countless satisfied clients. We offer free estimates, and our trained professionals can provide architectural drawings for each project as needed. We look forward to discussing your projects, and the benefits of working with Integrity Builders & Remodelers. Contact us at [email protected], text to 803-261-0255, or give us a call today!

"Having not worked with a contractor on this large of a project was a little daunting. Kevin did a nice job with communications, flexibility, and hitting our timeline. The craftsmanship was at or above our expectations. Also, his experience and knowledge were great in offering solutions and options when issues came up. We would use them again."

Brent L on September 2024

As a 2017 Angie's List Super Service Award winner, Integrity Builders & Remodelers has 44 years of experience in the Remodeling and Home Building Industries. We are a local, veteran owned company native to Columbia. Integrity Builders & Remodelers has countless satisfied clients. We offer free estimates, and our trained professionals can provide architectural drawings for each project as needed. We look forward to discussing your projects, and the benefits of working with Integrity Builders & Remodelers. Contact us at [email protected], text to 803-261-0255, or give us a call today!

"Having not worked with a contractor on this large of a project was a little daunting. Kevin did a nice job with communications, flexibility, and hitting our timeline. The craftsmanship was at or above our expectations. Also, his experience and knowledge were great in offering solutions and options when issues came up. We would use them again."

Brent L on September 2024


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Cottrell & Co., Inc.

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Cottrell & Co., Inc.

4.89(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
290 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


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Cobon Remodeling

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Cobon Remodeling

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 local quotes requested

In Business Since 2020 Here at Cobon Remodeling, we are family owned and operated with over 15 years of experience.. We take great pride in our expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs, and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every client in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality regardless of how large or small the job. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Cobon Remodeling a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"It went well. Donis and his team worked throughout the day and did a fantastic job with the repairs and painting. Incredibly respectful and did a great job establishing expectations for how long thr job would take"

Raven R on May 2025

In Business Since 2020 Here at Cobon Remodeling, we are family owned and operated with over 15 years of experience.. We take great pride in our expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs, and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every client in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality regardless of how large or small the job. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Cobon Remodeling a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"It went well. Donis and his team worked throughout the day and did a fantastic job with the repairs and painting. Incredibly respectful and did a great job establishing expectations for how long thr job would take"

Raven R on May 2025


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Craftsmen Construction

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Craftsmen Construction

4.95(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
78 local quotes requested

We are a full-service residential construction and renovation company with over 25 years of experience. We specialize in Bathroom and Kitchen renovation, we also do tile, floor coverings, pre-finished hardwood floor installation, kitchen and bathroom renovations, doors, windows, cabinets, vanities, decks, electrical, plumbing, painting and drywall. Founded in the Midlands in 2002, we can remodel or repair any part of your home. We offer a range of quality services that encompass everything between your crawlspace and the roof top of your home. We also offer handyman services to help keep your property in tip-top shape! I love the challenge of solving home issues, small and large, exceeding customer expectations, and helping customers build equity in their properties. Also, I enjoy and take pride in seeing the end results of a job well done.

"This is the third time I have hired Craftsman Construction for work on my home. Jim is completely dedicated to making sure the job is done right. I come from a long line of home builders (even working construction myself) and both my partner and I are very particular about the way things get done. Jim went above and beyond to make sure our expectations were met, and if we saw anything that we didn't like, Jim happily set it to our standard. He also was able to recommend several cost-saving measures that help us save some money. I won't go to anyone else for home repairs."

Price L on June 2025

We are a full-service residential construction and renovation company with over 25 years of experience. We specialize in Bathroom and Kitchen renovation, we also do tile, floor coverings, pre-finished hardwood floor installation, kitchen and bathroom renovations, doors, windows, cabinets, vanities, decks, electrical, plumbing, painting and drywall. Founded in the Midlands in 2002, we can remodel or repair any part of your home. We offer a range of quality services that encompass everything between your crawlspace and the roof top of your home. We also offer handyman services to help keep your property in tip-top shape! I love the challenge of solving home issues, small and large, exceeding customer expectations, and helping customers build equity in their properties. Also, I enjoy and take pride in seeing the end results of a job well done.

"This is the third time I have hired Craftsman Construction for work on my home. Jim is completely dedicated to making sure the job is done right. I come from a long line of home builders (even working construction myself) and both my partner and I are very particular about the way things get done. Jim went above and beyond to make sure our expectations were met, and if we saw anything that we didn't like, Jim happily set it to our standard. He also was able to recommend several cost-saving measures that help us save some money. I won't go to anyone else for home repairs."

Price L on June 2025

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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Electric water heaters do not need an attached vent, but the location of the water heater should allow for roughly 12 inches of clearance around it. This allows cool air to flow around the appliance and allows repair technicians to work on its components safely. The exact amount of clearance space required depends on your local building codes.

Tankless water heaters are more expensive than those with a storage tank, but they come with some impressive benefits that most homeowners find worth the higher investment. Most importantly, they provide unlimited hot water, so you’ll never run out like you would with a storage tank. Tankless heaters are also more efficient, so comparing gallon-for-gallon, you’ll spend less on hot water with a tankless heater. Tankless water heaters are also smaller, require less maintenance, and tend to last longer than storage tank water heaters.

How long a water heater lasts depends on the type. A conventional tanked water heater has an average lifespan of eight to 12 years. Tankless models typically last a little longer, anywhere from 10 to 15 years. Regular maintenance can help you extend the life of your water heater and keep operating costs in check.

Every type of water heater has its advantages and disadvantages. Understanding those can help you decide the best type for your situation and budget. 

Pros

  • Safer than gas or propane

  • Doesn’t require extensive venting systems

  • Lower upfront costs

  • Simpler to operate

  • No pilot light

  • Easier installation

  • More efficient heating than gas models

  • Available as point-of-use (POU) and whole-house units

Cons

  • Slower to heat water

  • Longer recovery time

  • Possibly higher operating costs

  • Doesn’t work during a power outage

  • Costs can increase without a 240-volt connection

While possible, professional assistance is recommended to ensure compliance with local regulations and avoidance of avoidable risks.

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