All Affordable Plumber Pros in Bethesda
Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.6·8.3k reviews·
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.6Google
Strengths
Same-day and weekend dispatch is well-documented…
Water heater work draws detailed positive reviews (water-heater 7…
One reviewer cites returning at no extra charge to redo a toilet…
Concerns
Expensive cited 3 times with 13 plumber-cost mentions;
Len the Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.7·7.1k reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Online booking to on-site arrival in 2 hours
Live-tracker for tech ETA repeatedly mentioned as a…
Strong on water heaters (specialty score 84), drains (90), and…
Concerns
One reviewer notes appointment confirmations didn't arrive until…
Pricing-fairness score of 65 reflects specific notes that work…
F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
4.7·6.3k reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Arrives within stated timeframe;
Identifies and alerts to serious safety hazards beyond the…
Provides honest estimates without pressure to upsell unnecessary…
Combines professionalism with attention to detail (floor…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Service Force Plumbing
4.9·130 reviews·
In BethesdaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Water heater replacement is a documented strength including…
Water-line repair quotes beat competitors by more than $3K in one…
Same-day-plumber cited 6 times with workmanship cited 15 times…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Heil Plumbing & HVAC
5·997 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid5.0Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Thomas E Clark Inc
4.8·306 reviews·
In BethesdaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day or under-2-hour arrival is a repeated pattern…
Handles full water-line replacement including permits and LPRAP…
Clear technician communication and options-based estimates…
Concerns
Expensive flagged in 4 reviews and 13 plumber-cost mentions;
Mallick Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.9·2.1k reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Water heater and water softener installs draw detailed positive…
Repipe / corroded pipe replacement called out in detail by a…
Concerns
Only 6 reviews carried into the analysis pass
Tim Whistler Plumbing, Gas Fitting, HVAC, and Electrical
4.8·300 reviews·
In BethesdaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Gas line, gas fireplace and water-heater work draw repeat praise…
Fast_response cited in 26 of 100 analyzed reviews with same-day…
Concerns
1-star reviewer reports receptionist hung up while refusing to…
Surprise upcharges on top of attractive baseline quotes
Review consistency 0.648 with 11% negative sentiment is the…
Service Force Plumbing
4.9·674 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Fast arrival is a dominant pattern (fast_response cited 24 times)
Multi-day, multi-tech jobs (sewer camera, water-line,…
Reviewers cite upfront pricing and 6-year parts-AND-labor…
Concerns
Surprise_fees flagged once
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Silver Spring
4.8·440 reviews·
In BethesdaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Punctual arrival and tidy cleanup cited by name in 3 of 5 reviews…
Tankless water heater install received a 'great estimate compared…
Same-afternoon response to a Sunday kitchen sink clog days before…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·2.8k reviews·
In BethesdaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Avoid4.8Google
Strengths
Fast response on emergencies is documented (one reviewer had a…
Concerns
1-star reviewer reports technician refused to perform the actual…
Multiple reviewers cite a $380 minimum-labor pattern and refusal…
Late arrivals reported
Negative sentiment is 66.7% of analyzed reviews
Brian B. Quick Plumbing
4.8·1.5k reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Weekend and emergency response is consistent…
Faucet, toilet, and disposal repair work draws repeat praise…
Technicians cited by name for taking creative cost-effective…
Concerns
1-star review documents cracked bathtub tile and an…
Expensive cited 5 times and one 1-star reviewer reports…
O'Neill Bros. Plumbing
5·40 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
All 5 reviewers praise speed and same-day or next-day service,…
3 of 5 reviews explicitly note fair or competitive pricing, with…
Crew provides clear explanation of options and avoids upselling;
Technicians are knowledgeable and answer customer questions…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Rooter-Man
5·67 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Next-day sewer/water-line scoping and repair cited by 2 different…
Sewer pipe under-the-house replacement priced 'reasonably' with…
Quick diagnosis on a $4,000-WSSC-bill water service line leak:…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
The Drain Guys
4.7·169 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Avoid4.7Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Common Affordable Plumber Scenarios
Transparent Pricing
Plumbers rated for pricing fairness give clear estimates upfront and don't surprise you with hidden fees after the work is done.
Budget-Friendly Options
Some plumbers offer payment plans, senior discounts, or will recommend the most cost-effective repair over unnecessary replacement.
Get Multiple Quotes
For non-emergency work, getting 2-3 quotes helps you understand fair market pricing in your area.
Watch for Red Flags
Extremely low quotes may indicate corner-cutting. Look for fair pricing combined with good workmanship ratings.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find an affordable plumber in Bethesda?
Plumbers below are sorted by pricing fairness — a score based on real customer reviews mentioning fair quotes, no surprise fees, and transparent billing. A high pricing score means customers consistently felt the price was reasonable for the work done.
How much should a plumber charge per hour in Bethesda?
Plumber hourly rates in Bethesda and Montgomery County typically range from $75-$150/hour. Some plumbers charge flat rates per job instead. Rates vary by experience, license type, and whether it's emergency/after-hours work.
Should I always pick the cheapest plumber?
No — the cheapest quote isn't always the best value. Look at pricing fairness COMBINED with workmanship ratings below. A plumber who charges $50 more but does the job right the first time saves money long-term.
Do plumbers in Bethesda offer free estimates?
Many plumbers in Montgomery County offer free estimates for standard jobs. Some charge a diagnostic fee ($50-$100) for complex issues, which they apply toward the repair if you hire them. Ask about estimate fees before scheduling.
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