When a pre-existing problem in the basement plumbing prevented my new hot water heater from supplying hot water to my washing machine, they scheduled a plumber to fix it promptly at a reasonable cost. There were a couple of minor details that they needed to come back and fix and they did this promptly, as well. They were also flexible about waiting for payment while we awaited 3rd party financing of the energy efficiency loan. Our house is now cozy and warm on the coldest days of winter, with an endless supply of hot water. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/vt/williston/vermont-energy-contracting-reviews-5767403.htm"},"position":4},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"NIQUETTE BROTHERS PLUMBING INC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VT","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Hiltraut D."},"reviewBody":"They came on the day I called! That about says it all! They had told me they were all booked up and could come the following day, but would try to fit me in on the same day, if possible. And they did! Very friendly and obviously eager to be helpful! Very professional yet neighborly. Bill was lower than other estimates. I'm so glad I found Niquette Bros. Plumbing! "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/vt/winooski/niquette-brothers-plumbing-inc-reviews-5726731.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"What's Broken Handyman Service","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VT","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"SHAUNA M."},"reviewBody":"He is affordable and charges $40 per hour. He is very honest, reliable and provides me with detailed receipts if any items are bought. He has done things for me for years. He has replaced a couple of vanities for me as well as disposals. I have no complaints and he always responds, usually within a day. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/vt/unknown/what%27s-broken-handyman-service-reviews-8111497.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Falcon Plumbing Service Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VT","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Larry R."},"reviewBody":"Falcon did the plumbing on a gut renovation of our kitchen, which I now regret. They did not do the plumbing on our recent bathroom renovation, which I do not regret. Here's why. On the kitchen, Brian, the owner, strongly suggested that we use Moen fixtures, which we did (and don't like, as it was scratched literally on the day of the installation--so it's proving to be about as reliable as the one it replaced--and it's not very nice looking, just the best of the lot, which isn't saying much). But when the faucet came loose, he wanted to charge nearly $300. I asked our current plumber if it had been properly installed; he said it had not, and setting it aright was not going to be easy. And he was fixing a problem with the disposal (another $300, though it was related to something else--there was nothing faulty about the original work). In addition, Brian does not guarantee the installation unless he sells you the fixtures. If I had it to do again, I would have told the contractor that we need a different plumber as that policy simply makes no sense in this day and age (and we could have had a better, better-looking faucet). Anyway, I paid the $100 because it was all torn apart and we needed to get the house in order to go on vacation. In addition, they installed filtration for a water line to an espresso machine. I asked if it could also go to the refrigerator. They said no, they needed to be on separate lines. When I did more research, I found out that (1.) they could have and (2.) if they had, then we'd save a lot of money on water filters, as the ones inside the refrigerator are very expensive. So our new plumber did that. It works beautifully. The refrigerator came with a filter-bypass cartridge to make this sort of thing possible--it's not some off-the-grid hack. And the external filters are 1/4 the cost. So the $66 for the reconfiguration will pay for itself very fast. Falcon is one of the most expensive plumbing companies in the area and overall, I'm sure that their strong reputation is deserved. Their first-hour rate is $139 and $98/hour after that. There are excellent alternatives at better rates. I wouldn't begrudge the rate, though, if the work had been more careful (the faucet) and thoughtful (the water filter). And the silliness about not guaranteeing the work if you don't buy the parts from Falcon, I could also (sort of) take, but we now source this sort of thing through an excellent specialty retailer (Close to Home), which is owned by a plumber, and does not carry Moen--because it's not high quality stuff. All nice people and Brian wasn't unpleasant about this matter. We just disagree about his policies and at their rates, I'm not favorably impressed with the work. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/vt/williston/falcon-plumbing-service-inc-reviews-450577.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Liberty Sewer and Drain Services LLC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VT","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Laura D."},"reviewBody":"Another great experience with Dan from Liberty Sewer! I called him on Sunday night, as water was pouring out from under our kitchen cabinets. Our pipes under the sink completely fell apart. Dan called me back on Monday and set up an appointment for Tuesday. We left the door open for him, he let himself in and got everything all fixed up. I am so happy I can use my sink again! The price was very reasonable and I appreciate I can trust him to get the job done right and so quickly. He is our go-to plumber. When friends ask if we have a plumber I recommend, I tell them to call Dan!"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/pa/broomall/liberty-sewer-and-drain-services-llc-reviews-2297476.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Jr's Plumbing & Heating LLC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VT","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Mitch M."},"reviewBody":"I called. The next available date was 10 days away. The plumber came on the arranged day at the arranged hour. He quickly figured out the problem and fixed it. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/vt/essex-junction/jr%27s-plumbing-and-heating-llc-reviews-2058939.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Boucher's Plumbing & Heating","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VT","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Nancy E."},"reviewBody":"I use an awful lot of plumbers, because I own some apartments. But I would recommend him. He comes in and finds a problem. I have and old house and the pipes are not very good and he has never done damage. He is persistent and he follows the problem along until he can solve it. He is not a lot cheaper than other plumbers. I find he is more persistent and willing to solve the problem even if it gets really difficult. When he was doing it, he spent quite a lot of time unclog a drain in a third floor apartment, and what he found was that it was clogged up with hair. It was one of those disgusting problems that old plumbing gets clogged like that sometimes. But he did favor to make a hole in the pipe and end up with what he found. He spends over an hour - probably two hours."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/vt/burlington/boucher%27s-plumbing-and-heating-reviews-7584631.htm"},"position":10}]}
Affordable Plumbing reviews from real Angi homeowners in Fairfax, VT
Last update on October 15, 2025
Pamela C.
5.0
05/2022
Great....Rene is the best!!! Would use him anytime I need plumbing services...I highly recommend!
Robert M.
2.0
11/2017
We had a problem with a shower drain. They charged us for not only the labor, but for renting the equipment that they owned and were not charged themselves for renting. They were short tempered with my wife, as well. They over charged and were difficult to deal with. I will not be...
Jeffrey J.
5.0
07/2014
I liked them. They're terrific and really good with plumbing and any kind of work. They explain to you everything and what your options are and offer reasonable price. I would use them again in the future.
Margaret M.
5.0
07/2014
I solicited bids from several area heating contractors and VEC was the only one to respond with an actual bid. They recommended quality equipment that is reliable, efficient and quiet. The cost was reasonable for the scope of work. Their crew was very professional from start to finish. ...
Hiltraut D.
5.0
04/2014
They came on the day I called! That about says it all! They had told me they were all booked up and could come the following day, but would try to fit me in on the same day, if possible. And they did! Very friendly and obviously eager to be helpful! Very professional yet neighborly. ...
Shauna M.
5.0
01/2014
He is affordable and charges $40 per hour. He is very honest, reliable and provides me with detailed receipts if any items are bought. He has done things for me for years. He has replaced a couple of vanities for me as well as disposals. I have no complaints and he always responds, usually...
Larry R.
2.0
08/2013
Falcon did the plumbing on a gut renovation of our kitchen, which I now regret. They did not do the plumbing on our recent bathroom renovation, which I do not regret. Here's why. On the kitchen, Brian, the owner, strongly suggested that we use Moen fixtures, which we did (and don't like, as...
Laura D.
5.0
02/2013
Another great experience with Dan from Liberty Sewer! I called him on Sunday night, as water was pouring out from under our kitchen cabinets. Our pipes under the sink completely fell apart. Dan called me back on Monday and set up an appointment for Tuesday. We left the door open for him,...
Mitch M.
5.0
12/2012
I called. The next available date was 10 days away. The plumber came on the arranged day at the arranged hour. He quickly figured out the problem and fixed it.
Nancy E.
5.0
10/2012
I use an awful lot of plumbers, because I own some apartments. But I would recommend him. He comes in and finds a problem. I have and old house and the pipes are not very good and he has never done damage. He is persistent and he follows the problem along until he can solve it. He is not a...
BC Sewer Maintenance LLC, 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.
"Brandon is a stand up guy ! He went out of his way after regular working hours on two different occasions. He has my business"
Stephen J on March 2023
BC Sewer Maintenance LLC, 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.
"Brandon is a stand up guy ! He went out of his way after regular working hours on two different occasions. He has my business"
We pride our company on reliability, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade. We look forward to earning your business! VT Concrete Cutting & Concrete Solutions has been servicing all of VT, NH and Eastern NY for over 25 years with any concrete needs. Our capabilities include coring up to 48” in diameter, cutting to any depth with our wire saw, concrete crack repair and injections, basement waterproofing, sump pump installations, basement and egress window installations, bulkhead door replacements, crawlspace repair, moisture control, concrete replacement up to 500sq feet, foundation repair and so much more. Call us today for a free estimate.
"They did excellent work and the problem has been resolved"
Scott F on April 2025
We pride our company on reliability, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade. We look forward to earning your business! VT Concrete Cutting & Concrete Solutions has been servicing all of VT, NH and Eastern NY for over 25 years with any concrete needs. Our capabilities include coring up to 48” in diameter, cutting to any depth with our wire saw, concrete crack repair and injections, basement waterproofing, sump pump installations, basement and egress window installations, bulkhead door replacements, crawlspace repair, moisture control, concrete replacement up to 500sq feet, foundation repair and so much more. Call us today for a free estimate.
"They did excellent work and the problem has been resolved"
Northern Basement Systems, 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.
"I strongly caution anyone considering doing business with this company. I gave them a deposit of $4,428.65, and when I canceled a week later they kept almost $900 of it even though my service was not for another 6 weeks. You do sign a very simple, clearly stated document that says: should you cancel beyond three business days, you understand your deposit is non-refundable. Northern Basements may choose to refund depending on cancellation circumstances I fully acknowledge that I canceled a few days outside that window, but I hoped an honest company that cares about customers and referrals would choose to provide a full refund. I am a sucker for hoping that. They chose to risk my impression, referral, and review for $885.53. If nothing else comes out of this, I hope everyone reading at least goes in knowing that this statement on their contract is a real threat and your deposit is a hostage. Even Air b and bs offer full refunds on deposits within just a few days of their arrival date. 3 days to cancel with service not scheduled for 6 weeks out, Come on man. No materials were used. No service workers time was taken. The manager justified the 20% withholding as credit card fees, restocking fees, time and resources for the estimate, and administrative fees. I wholly accepted responsibility for the credit card fees and time of Paul, the gentleman who performed the assessment, and I offered to settle at 10%. I still believe any reputable company would have provided a full refund at this point in a project, or at most deduct the credit card fees because nothing more went into this beyond what would have normally been a free estimate. The further arguments the manager made for the additional fees were the scheduling of their team and the allocation of materials for my project. Complete nonsense, especially when the project was not set for 6 weeks away. Because they had my deposit hostage, they had control over how much they decided they wanted to keep, it was completely arbitrary, and they kept almost $900 of my money without providing anything. If they wanted to cover their credit card transaction fees, fine, at most 6%, but the rest is absolute robbery. The only solace I can find in this loss of almost $900 now is that I did not spend another $13,000 with them. I tried to call Paul after speaking with the manager to ask if he could do me a favor and try to reason with the manager on my behalf because he seemed nice enough. No answer. No callback. I will never seek out their services again and I will actively discourage others from doing so but, based on my experience, I expect they do not care."
Eddie R on January 2023
Northern Basement Systems, 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.
"I strongly caution anyone considering doing business with this company. I gave them a deposit of $4,428.65, and when I canceled a week later they kept almost $900 of it even though my service was not for another 6 weeks. You do sign a very simple, clearly stated document that says: should you cancel beyond three business days, you understand your deposit is non-refundable. Northern Basements may choose to refund depending on cancellation circumstances I fully acknowledge that I canceled a few days outside that window, but I hoped an honest company that cares about customers and referrals would choose to provide a full refund. I am a sucker for hoping that. They chose to risk my impression, referral, and review for $885.53. If nothing else comes out of this, I hope everyone reading at least goes in knowing that this statement on their contract is a real threat and your deposit is a hostage. Even Air b and bs offer full refunds on deposits within just a few days of their arrival date. 3 days to cancel with service not scheduled for 6 weeks out, Come on man. No materials were used. No service workers time was taken. The manager justified the 20% withholding as credit card fees, restocking fees, time and resources for the estimate, and administrative fees. I wholly accepted responsibility for the credit card fees and time of Paul, the gentleman who performed the assessment, and I offered to settle at 10%. I still believe any reputable company would have provided a full refund at this point in a project, or at most deduct the credit card fees because nothing more went into this beyond what would have normally been a free estimate. The further arguments the manager made for the additional fees were the scheduling of their team and the allocation of materials for my project. Complete nonsense, especially when the project was not set for 6 weeks away. Because they had my deposit hostage, they had control over how much they decided they wanted to keep, it was completely arbitrary, and they kept almost $900 of my money without providing anything. If they wanted to cover their credit card transaction fees, fine, at most 6%, but the rest is absolute robbery. The only solace I can find in this loss of almost $900 now is that I did not spend another $13,000 with them. I tried to call Paul after speaking with the manager to ask if he could do me a favor and try to reason with the manager on my behalf because he seemed nice enough. No answer. No callback. I will never seek out their services again and I will actively discourage others from doing so but, based on my experience, I expect they do not care."
Over 13 years experience! We are fully insured. Specializing in remodeling, kitchens & bathrooms, roofing, siding, framing, demolition clean up, concrete, painting, and flooring. Servicing Sheldon, Burlington and surrounding areas. We offer free estimates! Check us out on Facebook! 10% Discount for Military and Veterans!
"A great team of folks. Ryan was very responsive and able to complete our project in a timely manner. We would have appreciated a heads up on the rain gutter having the need of another contractor in the beginning, instead of the end of the project, when we felt the work was not what we were looking for."
Terriann M on October 2024
Over 13 years experience! We are fully insured. Specializing in remodeling, kitchens & bathrooms, roofing, siding, framing, demolition clean up, concrete, painting, and flooring. Servicing Sheldon, Burlington and surrounding areas. We offer free estimates! Check us out on Facebook! 10% Discount for Military and Veterans!
"A great team of folks. Ryan was very responsive and able to complete our project in a timely manner. We would have appreciated a heads up on the rain gutter having the need of another contractor in the beginning, instead of the end of the project, when we felt the work was not what we were looking for."
At Philips Quartz and Cabinets LLC, we provide kitchen and bathroom remodeling. We pride ourselves on a can-do attitude and a willingness to make customer's dreams into reality. We are a small, family, and locally owned business.
At Philips Quartz and Cabinets LLC, we provide kitchen and bathroom remodeling. We pride ourselves on a can-do attitude and a willingness to make customer's dreams into reality. We are a small, family, and locally owned business.
Hi there! My name is Dakota, with Northern Oakes Property Management! I specialize in your general Property Maintenance duties. Deck Building, lawn care, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, welding, painting, carpentry, and more. I have 10 years of experience in residential, commercial, and industrial maintenance combined. (Angi asks that all service companies attest to their compliance with state and local licensing laws governing their trade(s). As of the above date, this company did not hold the Vermont Plumbing and Electrical Licenses and agreed not to solicit work governed by this credential from Angi consumers.) All electric work and plumbing work is performed by VT state licensed contractors.
"Dakota is not a licensed plumber or electrician. If he is doing that kind of work for you, his insurance will not over any accidents or injury."
Shawn B on October 2024
Hi there! My name is Dakota, with Northern Oakes Property Management! I specialize in your general Property Maintenance duties. Deck Building, lawn care, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, welding, painting, carpentry, and more. I have 10 years of experience in residential, commercial, and industrial maintenance combined. (Angi asks that all service companies attest to their compliance with state and local licensing laws governing their trade(s). As of the above date, this company did not hold the Vermont Plumbing and Electrical Licenses and agreed not to solicit work governed by this credential from Angi consumers.) All electric work and plumbing work is performed by VT state licensed contractors.
"Dakota is not a licensed plumber or electrician. If he is doing that kind of work for you, his insurance will not over any accidents or injury."
I own and manage a small contracting company with a very detailed-oriented team who believes that value and quality come first. We range from interior/exterior painting to decks, porches, sheds, kitchen/bathroom remodels to just regular handy man projects. We have in business or few years now and have had so many happy repeat customers. Word of mouth means everything in this business and we value the happy face we cnsnb
I own and manage a small contracting company with a very detailed-oriented team who believes that value and quality come first. We range from interior/exterior painting to decks, porches, sheds, kitchen/bathroom remodels to just regular handy man projects. We have in business or few years now and have had so many happy repeat customers. Word of mouth means everything in this business and we value the happy face we cnsnb
Devino Electric and Mechanical INC specializes in Commercial and Residential Electrical, Plumbing and HVAC.
Devino Electric and Mechanical INC specializes in Commercial and Residential Electrical, Plumbing and HVAC.
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Affordable Plumbers questions, answered by experts
Depending on the severity of the freeze and the method used, thawing frozen underground pipes can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Applying heat directly to the pipe using heat tape, infrared lamps, or hot water jetting can speed up the process. However, patience and careful monitoring are key to avoiding pipe damage.
The best place for a kitchen sink drain is the middle of the sink. Most people prefer center drains because they allow for better water and waste drainage, and the center location limits splashing because water flows straight down the drain hole. If the sink drain is too close to the edge of the sink, water can collect and drain too slowly. It can also be easier to clean sinks when the drain is closer to the center since debris is easier to wash down and doesn’t collect along the sides as easily.
Because plumbing repairs are wide-ranging in scope, job completion time may vary from a few hours or several days. Simple jobs such as clearing a clog, replacing a garbage disposal, or repairing a toilet will only take an hour or two. Large jobs that require digging up yards and checking pipes may take upward of one or two weeks.
Yes. There are a variety of standard pipe sizes used in plumbing. The main supply line connecting your home to the street is either 3/4 or 1 inch in diameter. Supply lines are 3/4 inch in diameter. Individual components are 1/2 inch in diameter. Meanwhile, your main drainpipe is often 4 inches wide. Most shower and bathtub drains are 2 inches in diameter, most toilet drains are 3 inches in diameter, and most sink drainpipes are 1 1/4 or 1 ½ inches in diameter.
While plumber’s tape is a great solution for many plumbing problems, there are some times when it’s not the right product for the job at hand.
You shouldn’t use plumber’s tape on pipe connections in any of the following scenarios:
When connecting PVC pipes
If the pipe has wide threads, as water can still leak through the space between the threads
If the pipe has very tight threads, as the tape would prevent a proper connection
If the pipe threads are damaged, which would prevent the tape from providing a watertight seal
If your predicament is similar to any of these, a licensed plumber can help you solve the problem.
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