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No Hot Water in Franklin, TN

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Best No Hot Water Pros in Franklin

#1

CORE Plumbing & Drain Cleaning

5No Hot Water: 90/100

he even came back the following day to make sure everything was working

#2

100 Percent Plumbing

5No Hot Water: 89/100

came back today when he said he would, texting me when on the way.

#3

Doctor Drips Plumbing - Nashville

4.9No Hot Water: 89/100

spent several hours in miserable weather under my house to thaw frozen pipes

All No Hot Water Pros in Franklin

CORE Plumbing & Drain Cleaning

5·47 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized

15 mi away — Serves your area

Google Verified88Very Good
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Fast response and same-day problem resolution: 8+ reviewers…
Thorough diagnostics and root-cause fixes: 5+ reviewers praise…
Strong reputation with property management companies: 4…
Concerns
Unusual payment terms create friction: 1 reviewer noted delayed…

100 Percent Plumbing

5·252 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized

15 mi away — Serves your area

Google Verified92Excellent
252
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Strengths
Exceptional responsiveness: 15+ Google reviewers explicitly…
Problem-solving persistence: 3 reviewers specifically mention the…
No surprise billing: Multiple reviewers (6+) praise upfront…
Concerns
One diagnostic miss under pressure: 1 of 89 Google reviewers…
Minor cleanliness lapse: 1 of 89 Google reviewers noted bathroom…

Doctor Drips Plumbing - Nashville

4.9·460 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized

17 mi away — Edge of service area

Google Verified87Very Good
460
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Strengths
Same-day or next-day emergency response: 15+ reviews explicitly…
Owner-driven accountability: Jance (the owner) personally handles…
Transparent pricing and fair rates: 20+ reviews mention 'fair…
Concerns
One pricing dispute in 106 reviews: A customer felt 'taken…

615 Plumbing

4.6·1.1k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized

15 mi away — Serves your area

Google Verified88Very Good
1.1k
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Same-day or next-day emergency response: 8+ reviewers mention…
BBB Accredited with A rating and only 2 complaints in 3 years (8…
Skilled, personable technicians: 60+ reviews praise specific…
Concerns
Pricing disputes and lack of transparency: 4 of 91 reviewers…
Incomplete or repeated repairs: 2 reviewers report repairs that…
Pricing tier inconsistency with market: Multiple reviewers note…

Avantel Plumber of Nashville TN

5·16 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized

16 mi away — Edge of service area

Google Verified75Good
16
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Emergency response: 3 reviewers specifically praised fast arrival…
Water heater expertise: 2 reviewers highlighted smooth…
Communication and transparency: 2 reviewers mentioned detailed…
Concerns
Extremely limited review sample (17 total) with zero negative…

Hoffmann Brothers

4.8·2.2k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized

17 mi away — Edge of service area

Google Verified90Excellent
2.2k
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BBB A+ accreditation with only 2 complaints in 3 years and 28…
Multiple Google reviewers (8+) specifically praise individual…
Several Google reviewers report same-day or next-day emergency…
Concerns
Billing transparency failure: 7 reviews across platforms report…
Scheduling unreliability: 3 Yelp reviews report cancelled…
AI phone system dysfunction: 3 Google reviews report AI takes…
Property damage handling: 1 Google review (deep freezer damaged…

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 Franklin during cold months, no hot water is more urgent — frozen pipe risk increases. Most water heater pros in Williamson County offer same-day repair.
How much does it cost to fix no hot water in Franklin?
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 Franklin 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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