Best No Hot Water Pros in Nashville
#1
CORE Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
5No Hot Water: 90/100
“he even came back the following day to make sure everything was working”
#2
Doctor Drips Plumbing - Nashville
4.9No Hot Water: 89/100
“spent several hours in miserable weather under my house to thaw frozen pipes”
#3
100 Percent Plumbing
5No Hot Water: 89/100
“came back today when he said he would, texting me when on the way.”
All No Hot Water Pros in Nashville
CORE Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
5·47 reviews·
5 mi away
5 mi away
88 — Very GoodStrengths
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…
Doctor Drips Plumbing - Nashville
4.9·460 reviews·
In Nashville
In Nashville
87 — Very GoodStrengths
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…
100 Percent Plumbing
5·252 reviews·
In Nashville
In Nashville
92 — ExcellentStrengths
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…
615 Plumbing
4.6·1.1k reviews·
7 mi away
7 mi away
88 — Very GoodStrengths
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·
In Nashville
In Nashville
75 — GoodStrengths
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…
Smooth Saling Plumbing & Water Heater Replacement
5·304 reviews·
In Nashville
In Nashville
92 — ExcellentStrengths
Same-day or next-day response: 12+ Google reviews mention…
Quality craftsmanship on complex jobs: Multiple reviews (water…
Team members named consistently and praised: Alex, Connor, and…
Concerns
Pricing transparency concerns: 5 Yelp reviews (dating 2013–2025)…
Platform rating gap: Google 5/5 (304 reviews) vs.
One documented no-show: Yelp review (1/5, Jan 2022) reports no…
Hoffmann Brothers
4.8·2.2k reviews·
In Nashville
In Nashville
90 — ExcellentStrengths
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…
Jack Ward & Sons Plumbing Company
4.4·130 reviews·
7 mi away
7 mi away
88 — Very GoodStrengths
Emergency responsiveness: Multiple reviews mention same-day…
Honest diagnostics: Several reviewers specifically praise them…
Individual technician quality: Reviewers frequently name specific…
Concerns
Multiple incidents of damage caused during service (broken pipes,…
Pattern of incomplete diagnoses requiring multiple service calls:…
Pricing disputes: Several customers charged significantly above…
Documentation/accountability issues: Customers reporting…
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 Nashville during cold months, no hot water is more urgent — frozen pipe risk increases. Most water heater pros in Davidson County offer same-day repair.
How much does it cost to fix no hot water in Nashville?
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 Nashville 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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