Plumber Cost in Spartanburg, SC
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Spartanburg County10 plumbers available
All Plumber Cost Pros in Spartanburg
One Call Plumbing
5·291 reviews·
In SpartanburgGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Fast-response cited in 15 of 98 reviews
Workmanship and quality install praised in 15 of 98 reviews
Fair / reasonable pricing flagged in 5 of 98 reviews
Concerns
Pricing flagged as expensive in 1 of 98 reviews
Frontline Plumbing
5·76 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Tankless water heater upgrades cited with budget vs high-end…
After-hours 45+ minute drive on a 24-hour call
Saturday-evening main water line repair when no local companies…
Concerns
2 reviews flag surprise_fees
Five Star Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical
4.8·4.8k reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Avoid4.8Google
Strengths
Showed up on a rainy Sunday morning for a burst pipe and gave…
Same-day Saturday dispatch happened even with a 2-hour drive time…
Tech diagnosed the issue, didn't charge, and coached the…
Concerns
Charged $1700 for a $7 part on a single-female senior, verified…
Customer out $800-$900 over a year on a heating job that still…
Reserves weekends for emergency call-outs only
Multiple reviewers report sticker-shock quotes
Chisholm Plumbing, AC & Furnace Repair
4.9·1.7k reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Quoted price matched final bill in a plumber-cost review
Same-day dispatch confirmed
Workmanship cited in 22 of 100 reviews;
Concerns
1-star Yelp review alleges $1,629 job required 4 return trips,…
1-star Yelp review alleges $14,000 AC replacement quote when a…
Pricing flagged as high in 2 reviews including a Yelp 4-star…
Local Plumber and HVAC
4.9·307 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Fast-response cited in 20 of 100 reviews
Workmanship and quality install praised in 17 of 100 reviews
Fair / reasonable pricing flagged in 5 of 100 reviews
Concerns
3 of 100 reviews are 1-star
Pricing flagged as expensive in 1 of 100 reviews
Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric
4.9·1.3k reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Scheduling speed cited in 18 of 100 reviews
Honest diagnostic noted
Holiday commitment cited
Concerns
1-star Yelp alleges after-hours line hangs up on callers and that…
1-star Yelp describes 'very unprofessional and rude' interactions…
Staggs Plumbing Co
4.7·31 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Affordability is the dominant theme
Long-tenured family-owned operation with repeat customers (one…
Same-day response with on-time arrivals…
Concerns
One detailed 1-star account of 3-day delay, no-call arrival, and…
Thin volume - only 31 Google reviews total limits signal strength…
Waldrop Plumbing - Heating - Air
4.8·7.5k reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Avoid4.8Google
Strengths
13 fast_response mentions including same-day quote-and-fix on…
Tech communication and tutorial-style explanations praised in…
Concerns
Customer paid $327 for a 20-minute shower handle reassembly and…
$1500 water-heater spout-drip quote where competitor charged…
Membership maintenance appointments repeatedly missed without…
7 expensive complaints including $1700 gas line install neighbor…
Morris-Jenkins
5·178 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Avoid5.0Google
Strengths
Technicians arrive on time with ETA call-aheads
Polished communication and office coordination
Same-day availability confirmed
Concerns
Surprise-fee and upsell pattern: tech quoted $600 to replace…
Charges per visit without resolving the issue
Long-time customer reports a decline
Quoted $1200 to hydro-clean a root-clogged main line and $6700 to…
KT Plumbing
4.9·83 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Fast-response cited in 5 of 69 reviews
Workmanship and quality install praised in 13 of 69 reviews
Fair / reasonable pricing flagged in 6 of 69 reviews
Concerns
2 of 69 reviews are 1-star
Slow-response cited in 2 of 69 reviews
Common Plumber Cost Scenarios
Service Call Fee
Most plumbers charge $50-$150 just to show up and diagnose the issue. Some waive this fee if you hire them for the repair.
Hourly vs Flat Rate
Some plumbers charge hourly ($75-$150/hr), others quote flat rates per job. Flat rates give price certainty; hourly is better for quick fixes.
Emergency Surcharges
After-hours, weekend, and holiday calls typically cost 1.5-2x standard rates. Budget for this if your issue is time-sensitive.
Parts and Materials
Parts are usually marked up 15-50% over retail. For major jobs (water heaters, repiping), ask for an itemized quote separating labor from materials.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a plumber cost in Spartanburg, SC?
Plumber costs in Spartanburg range from $75-$150/hour for standard work. Common jobs: drain cleaning $150-$450, toilet repair $100-$350, water heater replacement $1,200-$3,500, faucet replacement $200-$500. Emergency and after-hours rates are 1.5-2x standard.
Why do plumber prices vary so much in Spartanburg?
Price differences in Spartanburg come from: experience level, overhead (insurance, licensing, vehicles), demand, and business model (solo plumber vs franchise). A plumber charging $125/hr with 5-star workmanship is often better value than $75/hr with callbacks.
How do I avoid surprise plumbing charges?
Get a written estimate before work begins. Ask about diagnostic fees, hourly vs flat rates, and whether parts are included. Plumbers rated highest for pricing fairness below consistently give accurate upfront estimates.
Should I get multiple plumbing quotes in Spartanburg?
For non-emergency work over $500 in Spartanburg, getting 2-3 quotes is smart. Compare not just price but included warranty, timeline, and the plumber's pricing fairness score below. The cheapest quote isn't always the best value.
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