"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/laredo/m-and-m-construction-and-remodeling-reviews-7392058.htm"},"position":2},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Will's Plumbing & Testing Service","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"MaryAnne F."},"reviewBody":"This past Saturday morning, I came home to a major issue in my garage, I had water dripping quickly from the bottom of my water heater and there was water everywhere. I contacted Will’s Plumbing and Testing Services based on great reviews from Angie's List. Over the phone, I described the problem and was informed that one of Will’s Plumbing and Testing Services technicians would be at my house after 5 p.m. that day. Shortly after 5 p.m., Mark was at my door. I showed Mark my water heater, and he told me that it was busted. I had a Rheem 40 gallon gas water heater. Mark suggested I stay with a Rheem because it is a good brand. I asked Mark for an estimate for a new Rheem 50 gallon gas water heater with an expansion tank; I wanted to upgrade since the cost from a 40 gallon to a 50 gallon water heater was nominal. Mark gave two options. Mark said my first option was a technician from Will’s Plumbing and Testing Services would pick up the new Rheem 50 gallon gas water heater from a plumbing supply store in downtown San Antonio, bring it to my house, install it with the expansion tank, and bring it up to code. Mark’s estimate for the first option was a little over $2,100 United States dollars (USD), but since I was an Angie’s List member; I got a 10% discount, which brought the estimate to a little over $1,900 USD. Mark said my second option, if I wanted to save money, I could get the water heater from the plumbing supply store downtown, and Will’s Plumbing and Testing Services could install it for a little over $1,000 USD. I agreed to the first option since I did not have the time or means to transport a water heater to my house. Mark informed me that a new water heater could not be installed until Monday, and someone from Will’s Plumbing and Testing Services would call me on Sunday to schedule an appointment for Monday morning. I paid Mark $150 USD for the call out, and for him to take the broken water heater. The following day, Sunday, I called two competitors found on Angie’s List that stocked the same Rheem 50 gallon gas water heater Mark said would be installed at my house. The first estimate was $1,156 USD. This estimate included the water heater, water heater removal, labor, expansion tank, water pressure check, and code updates. The second estimate was for $1,273 USD. This estimate included the water heater, water heater removal, labor, expansion tank, water pressure check, pan install at the bottom of the water heater and code updates. Based on these estimates, I called Will’s Plumbing and Testing Services and left a message to cancel the install for Monday. On Monday, I received a call from Roger at Will’s Plumbing and Testing Services informing me that he was on his way to my house. I called Will’s Plumbing and Testing Services and told a female woman that I called on Sunday to cancel the install for Monday. The woman said she got my message and had informed Roger. I explained to the woman my concerns with the $2,100 USD estimate from Will’s Plumbing and Testing Services compared to the $1,156 and $1,273 USD estimates from other competitors I had received on the previous day. The woman said she understood my concerns and asked if I wanted to speak with someone in management about my concerns. I declined because I lost trust in Will’s Plumbing and Testing Services. About 30 minutes later, I receive a call from Mark and he asked why I canceled the install. I explained to Mark that his estimate was too high. Mark said that he had the water heater and was on his way to my house to install it. Mark proceeded to explain that since I cancelled today, he would need to charge me a restocking fee on the water heater because he had already purchased it. I told Mark that I was not going to pay for any restocking fee and I had canceled the install the day before. Also, I told Mark that the woman I spoke to about 30 minutes earlier acknowledged that she had received the cancellation notice. Mark asked if I had written estimates from his competitors and I told him I did. Mark said he could price match, but would need to speak with his boss. About 25 minutes later, Mark left a voicemail message saying he spoke with his boss and he got a verbal authorization from him that Will’s Plumbing and Testing Services would match the $1,156 USD estimate and that’s not including the 10% discount. Mark even said “the quality of work would not go down”. Needless to say, I never called Mark back or Will’s Plumbing and Testing Services to schedule an install. I am disappointed with the outcome of this incident. Luckily, I only lost $150 from Will’s Plumbing and Testing Services."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/san-antonio/will%27s-plumbing-and-testing-service-reviews-2041019.htm"},"position":3},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Big State Plumbing Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Kashe M."},"reviewBody":"My husband tried welding the spots that was leaking but it didn't work. That's when I called in a professional The plumber used some kind of plastic (not PVC) and no welding. The parts all fit in perfectly and the job was done in less than an hour. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/needville/big-state-plumbing-inc-reviews-129734.htm"},"position":4},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Excalibur Plumbing","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Syreeta S."},"reviewBody":"I called Excalibur Plumbing around 10:00 a.m. after spending another night in 30 degree weather without a heater and no hot water on one side of the house (new house that had sat empty summer- November as we had some renovations done). Rep quoted a $29 service fee and then promised to have someone out that same afternoon for an estimate and to fix the problems if I agreed to the estimate.
Sean arrived around 4:00 p.m. and after I explained the problems, he immediately went to work. Within a little over an hour, I had hot water, harder pressure in one of the guest bathrooms, and - most importantly - two working heaters and heat throughout the house! Before he left, he checked the water pressure throughout the house to make sure everything was in working order, inspected the condition of our water heater, and then provided a suggestion to speed up the flow of hot water on the far side of the house, which was a much less expensive option than my original plan to install a tankless water heater.
I spent approximately $205.00 ($115 for service fee and labor, $90 for their "Round Table Membership" plan...and my peace of mind).
Overall, I am very happy with Excalibur Plumbing and appreciate the high degree of professionalism displayed by Sean and the representative who initially answered my call.
"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/leander/excalibur-plumbing-reviews-6136084.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Plumbing Solutions","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Teresa C."},"reviewBody":"Paul came out on a Sunday with no notice at all. My water heater had been replaced and was not working properly. Turns out that the air had to be bled out of the lines. Paul fixed this lickity split and we were back in business. Excellent service. Professional. Awesome sense of humor. Have recommended him many times to friends and coworkers because of his experience. He is a second generation plumber that does super high quality work."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/wa/lacey/plumbing-solutions-reviews-6271306.htm"},"position":6}]}
Plumbing reviews from real Angi homeowners in Rio Bravo, TX
Last update on October 15, 2025
Debra C.
5.0
04/2019
Richard was wonderful. I called for a stopped up sink and also had him check my sump pump. He arrived early and went right to work. He was very pleasant and was able to fix the problem within minutes. I highly recommend him and will use him again if I ever need a plumber.
Maria R.
4.0
04/2014
Project took longer than expected, Mr Mata's work was very professional. However, the plumber/electrician (Mr. Mendez) he hired was not a very reliable individual. All the delays were due to Mendez not showing up when scheduled.
My husband tried welding the spots that was leaking but it didn't work. That's when I called in a professional The plumber used some kind of plastic (not PVC) and no welding. The parts all fit in perfectly and the job was done in less than an hour.
Paul came out on a Sunday with no notice at all. My water heater had been replaced and was not working properly. Turns out that the air had to be bled out of the lines. Paul fixed this lickity split and we were back in business. Excellent service. Professional. Awesome sense of humor. Have...
D' Jesus Services 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.
D' Jesus Services 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.
Frank's Construction 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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"The work has been great and no complaints at all."
Policarpio C on August 2022
Frank's Construction 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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"The work has been great and no complaints at all."
We specialize in both residential and commercial work. -Cutting, welding and assembling pipes, tubes, fittings, and fixtures. - We do Underground work -Install fittings and valves and much much more. We value your time so everything will be done according to your timeframe.
"The workers did great! they were in and out so fast."
Martha N on June 2024
We specialize in both residential and commercial work. -Cutting, welding and assembling pipes, tubes, fittings, and fixtures. - We do Underground work -Install fittings and valves and much much more. We value your time so everything will be done according to your timeframe.
"The workers did great! they were in and out so fast."
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we.offer.remodeling.house.cleaning animal.sitting.elderly.care.including sitting with your loved one and making sure they are well taken care of cooking them three meals a day and making sure meds are provided and they can get to stay at home and do there normal activities and live a better life then being trapped in assisted living
WE GO ANYWHERE JUST GIVE US A CALL!! Concrete cutting service both in commercial and residential price accommodated to your pocket. *cut and remove* interior and exterior, whatever service you need. (956) 250-5194. FREE ESTIMATES Servicio de corte de concreto, tanto en comercial y residencial precio acomodados a su bolsillo. *se corta y se remueve* interior o exterior, cualquier servicio que necesite marque al (956) 250-5194. Presupuestos gratis!
WE GO ANYWHERE JUST GIVE US A CALL!! Concrete cutting service both in commercial and residential price accommodated to your pocket. *cut and remove* interior and exterior, whatever service you need. (956) 250-5194. FREE ESTIMATES Servicio de corte de concreto, tanto en comercial y residencial precio acomodados a su bolsillo. *se corta y se remueve* interior o exterior, cualquier servicio que necesite marque al (956) 250-5194. Presupuestos gratis!
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FAQs for plumbing projects in Rio Bravo, TX
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.
Who will do the work? Are they all licensed and qualified plumbers?
What happens if any breaks or damages occur?
What is your response time in an emergency?
Is cleanup included in the quote?
Do your services come with a guarantee?
Discussing these questions with your plumbing contractor will help eliminate future issues and clarify expectations.
Before your plumber pays you a visit, it’s a good idea to clean up any boxes, garbage, or other obstacles that could be in their way. In addition, it’s best practice to clean the area that needs to be inspected or worked on, like a toilet, for example. Make sure to keep kids and pets out of the way once the plumber arrives.
Typically, plumbing repairs cost about $325 per job but can range from $175 to $4,000 or more. Simple fixes, such as a toilet repair, will be less expensive at around $150 to $400. However, if you have a pipe that has burst, you can expect to pay between $1,000 and $4,000 or more.
The project that needs to be completed, the size of your home, and the type of plumbing pipes you have can all impact the final cost. External factors such as supply chain issues and shortage of materials all play a part in how much this repair might be.
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.
The Rio Bravo, TX homeowners’ guide to plumbing services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
If you need to pump sewage waste uphill to reach a septic tank or street sewer, you may need a dedicated grinder pump. Follow our guide to determine how much a sewer grinder pump costs and any prices that may creep up during the install.
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