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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018


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A-Better Plumbing Co

4.76(
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A-Better Plumbing Co

4.76(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Formerly Cavazos Plumbing, we are a family owned full service plumbing company that specializes in both residential and commercial build outs, remodels, repairs, and new construction. Our mission is to provide our customers with quality work at affordable prices. We also warranty our work for one year which includes parts and labor and have an on-call staff on Saturdays .

"Technician looked at control pressed the liter button and the burner lite. He then wiped his hand over one of the side vents and said that could have been the problem...did not vacuum off the vents. Nothing wrong with control valve. Charged me $150 for lilting the heater. When I questioned the charge, he said that was a discounted charge. Never gave me an estimate for what the work cost...because nothing was wrong with heater. Talked with their manager and got the story about how much it cost to run the business. They offered to take $25 off bill. Their service assessment is $49...would have considered that to have been fair because that's all he really did. Have done business in the with A-Better Plumbing for home and rental property and charges were fair. Understand they have new owners. Senior taken advantage of..."

Sylvia N on July 2021

Formerly Cavazos Plumbing, we are a family owned full service plumbing company that specializes in both residential and commercial build outs, remodels, repairs, and new construction. Our mission is to provide our customers with quality work at affordable prices. We also warranty our work for one year which includes parts and labor and have an on-call staff on Saturdays .

"Technician looked at control pressed the liter button and the burner lite. He then wiped his hand over one of the side vents and said that could have been the problem...did not vacuum off the vents. Nothing wrong with control valve. Charged me $150 for lilting the heater. When I questioned the charge, he said that was a discounted charge. Never gave me an estimate for what the work cost...because nothing was wrong with heater. Talked with their manager and got the story about how much it cost to run the business. They offered to take $25 off bill. Their service assessment is $49...would have considered that to have been fair because that's all he really did. Have done business in the with A-Better Plumbing for home and rental property and charges were fair. Understand they have new owners. Senior taken advantage of..."

Sylvia N on July 2021


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Texas Premier Plumbing LLC

4.81(
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Texas Premier Plumbing LLC

4.81(
295
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

TEXAS PREMIER PLUMBING is all about Honesty and Integrity.We serves well over 20,000 homeowners every year (and growing) while maintaining a solid reputation with customers. All technicians are background checked, drug screened, licensed or certified, and fully trained for their respective trades. TEXAS PREMIER PLUMBING was founded in 2000 and has become one of the most reputable, largest local Plumbing Houston, TX Metro. You can count on the analysis of your plumbing problem as well as our recommendations and the quality of the work. We offers a 100% Customer Satisfaction Guarantee on all work and offers best-in-market product & installation warranties.

"Texas Premier Plumbing, Thank you so much for the amazing work you did today in Sugar Land! After the landlord sent out three different plumbers — and none of them truly fixed the issue — your team came in and got it done right. No more backed-up sewer in the bathrooms and tubs — such a relief. Even more impressive, by knowing your craft so well, you saved a beautiful, old oak tree that was almost removed because others wrongly blamed its roots. Your professionalism, knowledge, and care made all the difference. I’m beyond grateful. ❤️ Thank you, thank you, thank you!"

Pat and R on September 2025

TEXAS PREMIER PLUMBING is all about Honesty and Integrity.We serves well over 20,000 homeowners every year (and growing) while maintaining a solid reputation with customers. All technicians are background checked, drug screened, licensed or certified, and fully trained for their respective trades. TEXAS PREMIER PLUMBING was founded in 2000 and has become one of the most reputable, largest local Plumbing Houston, TX Metro. You can count on the analysis of your plumbing problem as well as our recommendations and the quality of the work. We offers a 100% Customer Satisfaction Guarantee on all work and offers best-in-market product & installation warranties.

"Texas Premier Plumbing, Thank you so much for the amazing work you did today in Sugar Land! After the landlord sent out three different plumbers — and none of them truly fixed the issue — your team came in and got it done right. No more backed-up sewer in the bathrooms and tubs — such a relief. Even more impressive, by knowing your craft so well, you saved a beautiful, old oak tree that was almost removed because others wrongly blamed its roots. Your professionalism, knowledge, and care made all the difference. I’m beyond grateful. ❤️ Thank you, thank you, thank you!"

Pat and R on September 2025


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Texas Master Plumber

4.77(
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Texas Master Plumber

4.77(
213
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

At Texas Master Plumber we offer the very best residential plumbing service in Houston. If you are looking for a residential plumber, look no further. We understand that you need a residential plumber who will offer fast plumbing services and affordable plumbing too! Texas Master Plumber is a qualified residential plumber serving Houston Texas. No job too big or too small for Texas Master Plumber. We inspect your plumbing problem, evaluate the best course of action to make the repairs necessary, recommend solutions that will enhance your existing plumbing and provide the very best customer service in the business. We guarantee our services, and we are on time every time. We have the experience you need in a qualified residential plumber and we value our customers.

"Ronnie is excellent. He did need to come to my house more than once to get a handle on a hard-to-locate leak, but this is what he did on one of those visits: I had had very low water pressure for 18 months, following the freeze last year in February, and I had just never gotten around to taking care of it. Another company (large chain) had installed a new water heater 2-3 months before the leak discovery; at that time I mentioned the low water pressure problem at least 20 times but no one paid any real attention. When I called them back for an estimate on the leak repair, they convinced me that, with the low pressure and the leak, my house just needed to be re-piped and quoted me $8,000 - not including the sheetrock repairs that would be necessary. Thank heavens I decided to get a second opinion. Ronnie took a walk around the house and checked the gateway shutoff valve that I had used to turn the water off and then back on after the freeze. I had simply neglected to open it all the way - hands probably not strong enough. He then came back to locate and repair a very messy, hard-to-reach hot water leak for under $1400. The way I see it, his competence, his real interest in solving problems the simplest way, and his honesty saved me about $8,500."

Virginia M on November 2022

At Texas Master Plumber we offer the very best residential plumbing service in Houston. If you are looking for a residential plumber, look no further. We understand that you need a residential plumber who will offer fast plumbing services and affordable plumbing too! Texas Master Plumber is a qualified residential plumber serving Houston Texas. No job too big or too small for Texas Master Plumber. We inspect your plumbing problem, evaluate the best course of action to make the repairs necessary, recommend solutions that will enhance your existing plumbing and provide the very best customer service in the business. We guarantee our services, and we are on time every time. We have the experience you need in a qualified residential plumber and we value our customers.

"Ronnie is excellent. He did need to come to my house more than once to get a handle on a hard-to-locate leak, but this is what he did on one of those visits: I had had very low water pressure for 18 months, following the freeze last year in February, and I had just never gotten around to taking care of it. Another company (large chain) had installed a new water heater 2-3 months before the leak discovery; at that time I mentioned the low water pressure problem at least 20 times but no one paid any real attention. When I called them back for an estimate on the leak repair, they convinced me that, with the low pressure and the leak, my house just needed to be re-piped and quoted me $8,000 - not including the sheetrock repairs that would be necessary. Thank heavens I decided to get a second opinion. Ronnie took a walk around the house and checked the gateway shutoff valve that I had used to turn the water off and then back on after the freeze. I had simply neglected to open it all the way - hands probably not strong enough. He then came back to locate and repair a very messy, hard-to-reach hot water leak for under $1400. The way I see it, his competence, his real interest in solving problems the simplest way, and his honesty saved me about $8,500."

Virginia M on November 2022


Luck Plumbing Company

4.80(
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Luck Plumbing Company

4.80(
82
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

I'm the sole employee right now in a start up plumbing business. I've been in the plumbing business since the mid 90's and hold a master license in this field. I'm fully insured and ready to work. I'm in the process of setting up a credit card system.

"Jason arrived on time, evaluated the problem and fixed the problem and I also had him do so preventative maintenance with the guts of the toilet. He did the job quickly, left the bathroom immaculate and was extremely reasonably priced. No hidden addons like so m any of the big companies."

Gilbert R on July 2019

I'm the sole employee right now in a start up plumbing business. I've been in the plumbing business since the mid 90's and hold a master license in this field. I'm fully insured and ready to work. I'm in the process of setting up a credit card system.

"Jason arrived on time, evaluated the problem and fixed the problem and I also had him do so preventative maintenance with the guts of the toilet. He did the job quickly, left the bathroom immaculate and was extremely reasonably priced. No hidden addons like so m any of the big companies."

Gilbert R on July 2019


"My 50 year old home had cast iron pipes and wall mounted toilets both of which required expertise not common to most plumbing companies. Considerable jack-hammering and digging was required. Research was needed to find special fittings for the toilets. All but one inspection passed the first time. The only inspection that required a re-work was for a sewer line that was not a part of the original repair. City would not allow for grandfathering previous work."

Shelia S on May 2019

Residential and small commercial plumbing service. Family owned and operated.

"My 50 year old home had cast iron pipes and wall mounted toilets both of which required expertise not common to most plumbing companies. Considerable jack-hammering and digging was required. Research was needed to find special fittings for the toilets. All but one inspection passed the first time. The only inspection that required a re-work was for a sewer line that was not a part of the original repair. City would not allow for grandfathering previous work."

Shelia S on May 2019


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Big State Plumbing Inc

4.54(
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Big State Plumbing Inc

4.54(
722
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Customers say: Quick response
31 years of experience

Big State Plumbing Services is a residential and commercial plumbing company with offices in Angleton, y,Richmond and Pearland, TX providing a variety of plumbing services, from fixing leaky pipes to water heater replacement. In business since 1994, we still charge our flat rate for all services and offer free estimates. All our technicians are licensed and certified with the state of Texas. We handle every job no matter how big or small it is. Some of our clients include Walmart, Sam's Club, Academy, Red Lobster, Ross, CVS, Walgreens & many more!

"We thought that it went very well. They were responsive, helpful, courteous and professional. They arrived within the window they said that they were going to, which was a big plus."

Harry and Sandra D on January 2020

Big State Plumbing Services is a residential and commercial plumbing company with offices in Angleton, y,Richmond and Pearland, TX providing a variety of plumbing services, from fixing leaky pipes to water heater replacement. In business since 1994, we still charge our flat rate for all services and offer free estimates. All our technicians are licensed and certified with the state of Texas. We handle every job no matter how big or small it is. Some of our clients include Walmart, Sam's Club, Academy, Red Lobster, Ross, CVS, Walgreens & many more!

"We thought that it went very well. They were responsive, helpful, courteous and professional. They arrived within the window they said that they were going to, which was a big plus."

Harry and Sandra D on January 2020


LesCon Plumbing Inc

4.80(
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LesCon Plumbing Inc

4.80(
51
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

We have been in the plumbing business for over 30 years. We have FREE estimates. We have 25 vehicles in our fleet.

"Quick, efficient, and costs were very reasonable. There are always several ways to solve a problem and they came up with a minimally invasive and effective remedy for our broken pipe situation. Good communication and friendly vibes from both office administration and the plumbers themselves."

Sean B on February 2021

We have been in the plumbing business for over 30 years. We have FREE estimates. We have 25 vehicles in our fleet.

"Quick, efficient, and costs were very reasonable. There are always several ways to solve a problem and they came up with a minimally invasive and effective remedy for our broken pipe situation. Good communication and friendly vibes from both office administration and the plumbers themselves."

Sean B on February 2021


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OneGuard Home Warranties

4.39(
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OneGuard Home Warranties

4.39(
755
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Customers say: Super punctual
35 years of experience

We’re a home warranty company, a company that believes in providing the best service possible to fix what’s broken. Fast. And while home ownership has never been easy, OneGuard is rooted in the belief that life is more important than a leaky faucet. Life is about spending time with family and friends. It's about enjoying time in the backyard. It's about precious time. Time that you can’t afford to waste. Contact us today for your Arizona, Nevada or Texas home warranty service! A home warranty is limited to providing repair or replacement coverage on items when they break down as a result of normal wear and tear. So, proper use and care of systems and appliances is required for coverage. Non-mechanical parts or components that do not contribute to the primary function of appliances are not covered. Check contract for details. Or call one of our Customer Care representatives. We'd love to chat with you.

"I’ve been a OneGuard customer for over 10 years, but my recent experience was deeply frustrating. After waiting 10+ days for Sunbelt Electric (their only approved contractor), their tech, Frank, diagnosed a bad fan motor—yet OneGuard refused to replace it and still billed me the service fee. Customer service was unhelpful, offshore, and confusing, so I ended up paying out of pocket to fix the motor. I felt misled and stalled at every turn, and I can no longer recommend OneGuard."

Elliott G on May 2025

We’re a home warranty company, a company that believes in providing the best service possible to fix what’s broken. Fast. And while home ownership has never been easy, OneGuard is rooted in the belief that life is more important than a leaky faucet. Life is about spending time with family and friends. It's about enjoying time in the backyard. It's about precious time. Time that you can’t afford to waste. Contact us today for your Arizona, Nevada or Texas home warranty service! A home warranty is limited to providing repair or replacement coverage on items when they break down as a result of normal wear and tear. So, proper use and care of systems and appliances is required for coverage. Non-mechanical parts or components that do not contribute to the primary function of appliances are not covered. Check contract for details. Or call one of our Customer Care representatives. We'd love to chat with you.

"I’ve been a OneGuard customer for over 10 years, but my recent experience was deeply frustrating. After waiting 10+ days for Sunbelt Electric (their only approved contractor), their tech, Frank, diagnosed a bad fan motor—yet OneGuard refused to replace it and still billed me the service fee. Customer service was unhelpful, offshore, and confusing, so I ended up paying out of pocket to fix the motor. I felt misled and stalled at every turn, and I can no longer recommend OneGuard."

Elliott G on May 2025


"Mike Cooper did a wonderful job. I had a leaking toilet and he was able to come to my home within a few hours. He was super efficient, polite, and has excellent work ethics. I would hire him again for my plumbing needs."

Jennifer G on November 2020

We can take care of all your plumbing needs!

"Mike Cooper did a wonderful job. I had a leaking toilet and he was able to come to my home within a few hours. He was super efficient, polite, and has excellent work ethics. I would hire him again for my plumbing needs."

Jennifer G on November 2020

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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

Some shower water softeners are effective, but this isn’t always the case. Most shower filters only filter out chlorine, not hard minerals like calcium. Other shower filters can't handle the demand in homes with very hard water. It's also important to change the filters on your shower filters. Failure to regularly swap out old filters will make the filter ineffective over time. 

There are many possibilities for why your shower’s water pressure is low. It might be a simple-to-fix issue like the water valves being partially turned off, a dirty showerhead or hose, leaks in the plumbing, or an old showerhead. However, low water pressure in the shower could also indicate a larger issue with your home’s plumbing system.

Yes, it’s fine to drink softened water. However, if you follow a low-sodium diet or have high blood pressure or sodium-related health concerns, make sure to speak with your doctor beforehand. If they advise against drinking water that’s been softened with sodium, you might be able to use potassium in your water softener instead.

Hard water stains can be a headache because they will reoccur as long as hard water flows through. Thankfully, hard water stains are not permanent. With the right tools and an appropriate cleaning routine, you can prevent hard water stains from ever building up. However, you might feel like you are stuck in a constant cleaning cycle. In that case, you may consider hiring a contractor to perform routine cleaning.

To get utilities set up on a property, you first have to contact the local department of planning to determine whether your property is able to connect to public utilities. From there, you can work with a structural engineer and/or a building contractor to design the layout of utility lines on the property. The pros will need this information as they begin securing building permits before they can start adding lines.

If your property isn’t able to connect to public utilities, you’ll need to consider working with pros to develop a comfortable off-grid home that will meet your needs.

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