Best No Hot Water Pros in Bend
#1Strong Hire
Stark Plumbing
5No Hot Water: 100/100
“Colby did a great job, helping through usual issues”
#3Strong Hire
Rapid Rooter Of Central Oregon
4.5No Hot Water: 94/100
“His craftsmanship is top notch and professionalism an example to behold”
All No Hot Water Pros in Bend
Stark Plumbing
5·276 reviews·
In BendGoogle Verified
+7 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
All 5 reviews praise responsiveness and punctuality—customers…
Technician Colby consistently delivers skilled workmanship across…
Office staff (Colleen) earn 3 explicit mentions for clear…
Pricing described as 'fair' and 'competitive' in 2 reviews;
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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Central Oregon
4.8·696 reviews·
In BendGoogle Verified
+6 more
Proceed with care4.8Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: arrived within 2 hours of…
4 of 5 reviewers praise technician professionalism, courtesy, and…
Owner personally engages with customer concerns and questions
Concerns
1 of 5 reviews documents aggressive/dismissive customer service…
Owner's response to pricing complaint was minimal and…
No estimate provided before work;
Pricing appears significantly above market: $550 for…
Rapid Rooter Of Central Oregon
4.5·58 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.5Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 3 of 5 reviews specifically…
High-quality workmanship: Multiple reviewers praise technical…
Transparent communication during work: Technicians explain what…
Office staff willing to work with customers on payment terms
Concerns
Extremely limited review sample (5 total): All 5 are perfect…
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Pearl Plumbing & Fire Protection, LLC
5·108 reviews·
In BendGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
All 5 reviews praise responsiveness and proactive communication;
4 of 5 reviews highlight going above-and-beyond expectations,…
3 of 5 reviews explicitly call out affordable/fair pricing…
Demonstrated diagnostic expertise: Marc identified a…
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Deschutes Plumbing Company
5·762 reviews·
In BendGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Rapid emergency response: one reviewer received assessment and…
Stands behind work long-term: warranty honored same-day repair on…
Exceptional communication during complex jobs: clear updates,…
Honest, personable technicians: 4 of 5 reviewers specifically…
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Severson Plumbing
4.9·639 reviews·
In BendGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Rapid emergency response: callback within 30 minutes and…
4 of 5 reviewers explicitly praise technician communication and…
Quality workmanship verified through testing before departure and…
Honest pricing with willingness to reduce quotes when work scope…
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Detweiler Plumbing
5·233 reviews·
In BendGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-day emergency response: 2 of 5 reviews specifically mention…
Punctual arrival: 3 reviews explicitly praise on-time or early…
Repeat-hire customer base: at least 1 reviewer mentioned calling…
Team professionalism: 2 reviews highlight crew demeanor—described…
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JR Plumbing & Repair
4.6·9 reviews·
In BendGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.6Google
Strengths
4 of 5 reviewers praise quality workmanship across remodels, new…
Fair, transparent pricing noted by multiple reviewers
Local family business with broad capability from repairs to large…
Concerns
No-show with no communication on scheduled appointment, followed…
Responsiveness issues: one reviewer waited days for callback and…
Central Oregon Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical
4.9·3.4k reviews·
In BendGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
All 5 reviews praise technician professionalism and expertise by…
Same-day or next-day service documented in 3 reviews;
No hidden fees and transparent pricing reported;
Technicians explain work in detail and educate customers on…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses;
Sunset Plumbing of Bend
4.9·776 reviews·
In BendGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Fast emergency response: 2 of 5 reviews explicitly mention…
Thorough communication and explanation: 3 of 5 reviewers mention…
Fair and transparent pricing: 2 of 5 reviews specifically praise…
Prepared technicians: technician arrived with replacement parts…
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Roth Home
4.9·293 reviews·
In BendGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Responds to emergency calls within hours: 3 of 5 reviewers…
Technicians are knowledgeable and communicate clearly: 4 of 5…
Efficient, neat work that resolves problems on first visit:…
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Renew Plumbing Services
5·366 reviews·
In BendGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention fast response times, including…
5 of 5 reviews praise fair, transparent pricing with no surprise…
Owner actively performs jobs and goes beyond standard repairs—one…
All 5 reviews rate 5/5 stars with long-term customer loyalty…
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Einstein Pros Plumbing Heating Cooling
4.7·233 reviews·
In BendGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.7Google
Strengths
Exceptional responsiveness: 4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention…
Honest, no-pressure approach: Multiple reviewers specifically…
Handles complex plumbing jobs: Reviewer documented serious drain…
Named technicians receive individual praise: Wyatt, Anthony, and…
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.6·87 reviews·
In BendGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.6Google
Strengths
Exceptional after-hours and emergency responsiveness: 3 of 5…
Thorough diagnostic work: technicians identify and address…
Strong follow-up and customer retention: 2 of 5 reviewers mention…
Flexible and reasonable billing practices: willingness to adjust…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify consistent weaknesses;
Firkus Plumbing Heating & Repairs, Inc
4.2·89 reviews·
In BendGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.2Google
Strengths
Exceptional pricing value: 2 of 5 reviews specifically praised…
Quick emergency response: Contacted via after-hours line and sent…
Personable, courteous crew: 3 of 5 reviewers specifically…
Capable of complex installations: Successfully executed…
Concerns
1 of 5 reviews (20%) involved a catastrophic misdiagnosis of a…
Did not catch customer's logical objections: Technician dismissed…
Common No Hot Water Scenarios
Check the Pilot Light
For gas water heaters: look through the viewing window. If the pilot is out, follow the relighting instructions on the unit. If it won't stay lit, the thermocouple may need replacing.
Check the Breaker
For electric water heaters: check if the breaker tripped. Reset it once. If it trips again, there's an electrical issue — call a plumber.
Check for Leaks
Look around the base of the water heater for pooling water. A leaking tank is urgent and may need replacement.
Wait 30 Minutes
If the water heater was recently turned off or the pilot went out, it takes 30-60 minutes to reheat. If hot water doesn't return, call a pro.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I have no hot water?
Common causes: tripped breaker or blown fuse (electric), pilot light out (gas), failed thermostat, broken heating element, sediment buildup, or a leaking tank. Age is also a factor — water heaters last 8-12 years.
Is no hot water an emergency?
It's urgent but not dangerous (unlike a gas leak). In Bend during cold months, no hot water is more urgent — frozen pipe risk increases. Most water heater pros in Deschutes County offer same-day repair.
How much does it cost to fix no hot water in Bend?
Common fixes: thermostat replacement $100-$200, heating element $150-$300, thermocouple $100-$200. If the tank itself is leaking, replacement runs $1,200-$3,500 depending on type and size.
How long does water heater repair take?
Most water heater repairs in Bend take 1-2 hours. Element or thermostat replacement is quick. Full water heater replacement takes 2-4 hours for a tank unit, 4-8 hours for tankless conversion.
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