[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"resolve-plumbers/austin":3,"$fFR8CEJWA35OUNt5HD_V_uM0pS5EP83zZnzR932hu-xk":8},{"type":4,"category":5,"city":6,"cityName":7},"listing","plumbers","austin","Austin",{"city":9,"category":14,"contractors":17,"reviews":159,"faqs":181,"blogArticles":212,"projectRequests":213},{"city_id":10,"display_name":7,"url_name":6,"state_code":11,"state_name":12,"is_state":13},19,"TX","Texas",false,{"category_id":15,"display_name":16,"url_name":5},11,"Plumbers",[18,88,102,118,131,143],{"contractor_id":19,"display_name":20,"url_name":21,"company_logo":22,"phone":23,"avg_rating":24,"review_count":25,"short_desc":26,"quote":27,"best_pick_text":28,"signing_date":29,"years_as_best_pick":30,"license_number":31,"has_liability":32,"workers_compensation":33,"warranty":34,"minimum_job":33,"awards_certifications":33,"address_locality":35,"address_region":11,"profile_city_url_name":6,"service_zips":36,"has_email":32},1825,"Benjamin Franklin Plumbing","benjamin-franklin-plumbing","assets/companylogo/1825/f17f9097-99ac-4074-b2e8-3a1a294e76f6.jpg","512-722-6092",4.8,625,"If there's any delay, it's you we pay!\u003C/p>Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is a full-service plumbing company that installs and repairs plumbing fixtures, tanked and tankless water heaters, garbage disposals, sump pumps, water filtration systems, and gas lines.","\"If there's any delay, it's you we pay!\"","6th year as a Best Pick","2020-11-09T00:00:00.000Z",6,"M-15007",true,null,"\u003Cul>\u003Cli>2-year parts and labor warranty for repairs and replacements\u003C/li>\u003C/ul>","Cedar Park",[37,38,39,40,41,42,43,44,45,46,47,48,49,50,51,52,53,54,55,56,57,58,59,60,61,62,63,64,65,66,67,68,69,70,71,72,73,74,75,76,77,78,79,80,81,82,83,84,85,86,87],"78613","78626","78628","78633","78634","78641","78642","78645","78660","78664","78665","78669","78681","78682","78701","78702","78703","78704","78705","78712","78717","78721","78722","78723","78726","78727","78728","78729","78730","78731","78732","78733","78734","78735","78736","78737","78738","78739","78741","78745","78746","78748","78749","78750","78751","78752","78753","78756","78757","78758","78759",{"contractor_id":89,"display_name":90,"url_name":91,"company_logo":92,"phone":93,"avg_rating":94,"review_count":95,"short_desc":96,"quote":97,"best_pick_text":28,"signing_date":98,"years_as_best_pick":30,"license_number":99,"has_liability":32,"workers_compensation":33,"warranty":100,"minimum_job":33,"awards_certifications":33,"address_locality":7,"address_region":11,"profile_city_url_name":6,"service_zips":101,"has_email":32},3222,"Abacus Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Electrical","abacus-plumbing-air-conditioning-and-electrical","assets/companylogo/3222/0b58f7ca-4a15-4e88-a4f8-9250dca8ad2f.jpg","512-379-5718",4.6,4430,"Honesty and integrity are hallmarks of the Abacus business philosophy and are the foundation upon which the company was founded. 'You Can Count On Us' 24/7, including weekends and holidays. We look forward to providing you with extraordinary service.\u003C/p>Abacus provides plumbing repair, installation, and inspection for water heaters, tankless water heaters, water softeners, water filtration and treatment systems, sinks, toilets, fixtures, garbage disposals, and gas lines.","\"Honesty and integrity are hallmarks of the Abacus business philosophy and are the foundation upon which the company was founded. 'You Can Count On Us' 24/7, including weekends and holidays. We look forward to providing you with extraordinary service.\"","2020-11-23T00:00:00.000Z","M-20628","\u003Cul>\u003Cli>1-year parts and labor warranty (2 years for members)\u003C/li>\u003Cli>Up to 15-year warranty on standard tank water heaters\u003C/li>\u003C/ul>",[37,38,39,40,41,42,43,44,45,46,47,48,49,50,51,52,53,54,55,56,57,58,59,60,61,62,63,64,65,66,67,68,69,70,71,72,73,74,75,76,77,78,79,80,81,82,83,84,85,86,87],{"contractor_id":103,"display_name":104,"url_name":105,"company_logo":106,"phone":107,"avg_rating":108,"review_count":109,"short_desc":110,"quote":111,"best_pick_text":112,"signing_date":113,"years_as_best_pick":114,"license_number":115,"has_liability":32,"workers_compensation":33,"warranty":116,"minimum_job":33,"awards_certifications":33,"address_locality":7,"address_region":11,"profile_city_url_name":6,"service_zips":117,"has_email":32},1917,"Stan's Heating, Air, Plumbing & Electrical","stans-heating-air-and-plumbing","assets/companylogo/1917/9bafb46c-04a3-432e-9a86-87f618efe5a7.jpg","737-404-5081",4.7,3917,"Stan's has served central Texas since 1954. We are committed to our mission to treat customers with respect, integrity, and transparency. We're proud to carry on the tradition of always being there when you need us. Stan's trusted technicians set the standard in service and support. Many boast decades of experience.\u003C/p>Stan's Heating, Air & Plumbing's services include emergency services; water heater and water softener repair, installation and maintenance; and repair and replacement for gas lines, drains, sewers, garbage disposals, sinks, toilets, fixtures, sump pumps, and grease traps.","\"Stan's has served central Texas since 1954. We are committed to our mission to treat customers with respect, integrity, and transparency. We're proud to carry on the tradition of always being there when you need us. Stan's trusted technicians set the standard in service and support. Many boast decades of experience.\"","5th year as a Best Pick","2021-10-20T00:00:00.000Z",5,"M-38233","Contact for warranty details.",[37,38,39,40,41,42,43,44,45,46,47,48,49,50,51,52,53,54,55,56,57,58,59,60,61,62,63,64,65,66,67,68,69,70,71,72,73,74,75,76,77,78,79,80,81,82,83,84,85,86,87],{"contractor_id":119,"display_name":120,"url_name":121,"company_logo":122,"phone":123,"avg_rating":24,"review_count":124,"short_desc":125,"quote":126,"best_pick_text":112,"signing_date":127,"years_as_best_pick":128,"license_number":129,"has_liability":32,"workers_compensation":33,"warranty":116,"minimum_job":33,"awards_certifications":33,"address_locality":7,"address_region":11,"profile_city_url_name":6,"service_zips":130,"has_email":32},1942,"Fox Service Company","fox-service-company","assets/companylogo/1942/252fe50b-cde4-49e1-923b-07666c396b94.jpg","512-598-2245",3563,"One Call. One Company.'\u003C/p>Fox Service Company offers plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair; water heater and gas line repair and installation; and leak detection and repair.","\"'One Call. One Company.'\"","2022-07-01T00:00:00.000Z",4,"M-38471",[37,38,39,40,41,42,43,44,45,46,47,48,49,50,51,52,53,54,55,56,57,58,59,60,61,62,63,64,65,66,67,68,69,70,71,72,73,74,75,76,77,78,79,80,81,82,83,84,85,86,87],{"contractor_id":132,"display_name":133,"url_name":134,"company_logo":135,"phone":136,"avg_rating":108,"review_count":137,"short_desc":138,"quote":139,"best_pick_text":112,"signing_date":140,"years_as_best_pick":128,"license_number":141,"has_liability":32,"workers_compensation":33,"warranty":116,"minimum_job":33,"awards_certifications":33,"address_locality":7,"address_region":11,"profile_city_url_name":6,"service_zips":142,"has_email":32},1968,"Daniel's Plumbing & Air Conditioning","daniels-plumbing-and-ac","assets/companylogo/1968/3c6410a6-7a90-431f-9e10-c7bc379b55db.jpg","737-766-4021",1294,"Tough On Jobs, Courteous In Homes.'","\"'Tough On Jobs, Courteous In Homes.'\"","2022-07-05T00:00:00.000Z","M-37341",[37,38,39,40,41,42,43,44,45,46,47,48,49,50,51,52,53,54,55,56,57,58,59,60,61,62,63,64,65,66,67,68,69,70,71,72,73,74,75,76,77,78,79,80,81,82,83,84,85,86,87],{"contractor_id":144,"display_name":145,"url_name":146,"company_logo":147,"phone":148,"avg_rating":24,"review_count":149,"short_desc":150,"quote":151,"best_pick_text":152,"signing_date":153,"years_as_best_pick":154,"license_number":155,"has_liability":32,"workers_compensation":33,"warranty":156,"minimum_job":33,"awards_certifications":33,"address_locality":157,"address_region":11,"profile_city_url_name":6,"service_zips":158,"has_email":32},2787,"Beyond Wow Plumbing","beyond-wow-plumbing","assets/companylogo/2787/28d8da50-8cef-4d83-b752-73843a627eee.jpg","512-859-7548",375,"We're committed to delivering an extraordinary customer experience rooted in family values, community service, and dedication to excellence. With specialized training and our 'Gold Collar Standard' in customer care, we're proud to serve Central Texas with cutting-edge, expert plumbing solutions!","\"We're committed to delivering an extraordinary customer experience rooted in family values, community service, and dedication to excellence. With specialized training and our 'Gold Collar Standard' in customer care, we're proud to serve Central Texas with cutting-edge, expert plumbing solutions!\"","3rd year as a Best Pick","2024-10-25T00:00:00.000Z",2,"M-11671","\u003Cul>\u003Cli>1-year workmanship warranty on standard repairs\u003C/li>\u003Cli>5-year workmanship warranty on tunnel drain repipes\u003C/li>\u003C/ul>","Taylor",[37,38,39,40,41,42,43,44,45,46,47,48,49,50,51,52,53,54,55,56,57,58,59,60,61,62,63,64,65,66,67,68,69,70,71,72,73,74,75,76,77,78,79,80,81,82,83,84,85,86,87],[160,165,170,173,177],{"company":90,"companyId":89,"companyLogo":92,"rating":114,"text":161,"reviewer":162,"location":163,"date":164,"verified":13,"featured":32},"Great Team, professional staff including staff scheduling appointments","Verified Homeowner","Missouri City, TX","10/7/2022",{"company":120,"companyId":119,"companyLogo":122,"rating":114,"text":166,"reviewer":167,"location":168,"date":169,"verified":13,"featured":32},"I am likely to recommend Fox Service Company because it was great and speedy service, they were very professional.","Mike C.","Austin, TX","9/23/2022",{"company":133,"companyId":132,"companyLogo":135,"rating":114,"text":171,"reviewer":162,"location":168,"date":172,"verified":13,"featured":32},"Daniel's representatives arrive when they say they will, do good work using good products, answer questions willingly and are very courteous.","8/25/2022",{"company":104,"companyId":103,"companyLogo":106,"rating":114,"text":174,"reviewer":175,"location":168,"date":176,"verified":13,"featured":32},"I am likely to recommend Stan's Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC to a friend. They have great service and are reliable.","Scott B.","11/29/2021",{"company":20,"companyId":19,"companyLogo":22,"rating":114,"text":178,"reviewer":179,"location":168,"date":180,"verified":13,"featured":32},"Benjamin Franklin plumbing came to my home during the winter storm to fix a busted outside pipe.  They came the same day and did a great job for me. …","Tom D.","8/15/2021",[182,185,188,191,194,197,200,203,206,209],{"question":183,"answer":184},"What makes a Plumbing company 'Best Pick Certified' in Austin, TX?","\u003Cp>Best Pick Certified Plumbing companies in Austin, TX have earned their status through independent consumer research—not paid placement. To qualify, a company must meet strict standards:\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>High customer satisfaction\u003C/strong>: 4.0+ Google rating (25+ reviews) OR 80%+ recommendation rate from surveyed customers\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Verified credentials\u003C/strong>: Active state licenses, general liability insurance, and workers' comp (where required)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Financial stability\u003C/strong>: Clean credit history and active Secretary of State standing\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Local track record\u003C/strong>: Minimum 1 year serving the Austin, TX area\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\n\u003Cp>Certification is re-verified annually, ensuring continued performance.\u003C/p>",{"question":186,"answer":187},"Do Plumbing companies pay to be listed as Best Picks?","\u003Cp>No. Plumbing companies cannot buy Best Pick Certification, improved ratings, or better placement. Our research team independently evaluates companies based on customer satisfaction, licensing, insurance, and business stability—before any business relationship exists.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>Companies that earn certification pay a participation fee after qualifying, which covers the cost of ongoing research and publication. This fee has no influence on whether a company qualifies or how they appear in our directory.\u003C/p>",{"question":189,"answer":190},"What is the Best Pick Guarantee for Plumbing projects?","\u003Cp>The Best Pick Guarantee provides financial protection—up to $2,500 in labor costs—if a Certified Best Pick Plumbing company fails to deliver on their commitments.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>To be eligible:\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Contact the company through Best Pick Reports or BestPickReports.com\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Register for the guarantee (free)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Submit any claim within 45 days of the final date of service\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Allow the company the opportunity to resolve the issue first\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\n\u003Cp>This guarantee applies only to Certified Best Pick companies, not Standard Pros. Full terms are available on \u003Ca href=\"/guarantee\">our guarantee page\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>",{"question":192,"answer":193},"What plumbing problems are most common in Austin homes?","\u003Cp>Austin homeowners most frequently deal with \u003Cstrong>clogged drains and sewer backups\u003C/strong>, \u003Cstrong>water heater failures\u003C/strong>, and \u003Cstrong>leaking pipes and fixtures\u003C/strong>. The city's location in Flash Flood Alley and expansive clay soils create unique challenges for residential plumbing systems.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Key local factors affecting Austin plumbing:\u003C/p>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Hard water (120-180 ppm):\u003C/strong> Accelerates mineral buildup in pipes and water heaters\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Houston Black Clay soil:\u003C/strong> Expansive soil shifts foundations, stressing pipe connections\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Flash flooding:\u003C/strong> Overwhelms sewer systems causing backups through drains and toilets\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Extreme heat (97°F summers):\u003C/strong> Causes thermal expansion in pipes, increasing system pressure\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Fire ants and pests:\u003C/strong> Can damage outdoor plumbing fixtures and irrigation systems\u003C/li>\u003C/ul>\u003Cp>With nearly 50% of Austin homes built after 2000, many properties have newer plumbing systems, but the challenging soil conditions and climate still create frequent maintenance needs for homeowners.\u003C/p>",{"question":195,"answer":196},"How does Austin's climate affect plumbing projects?","\u003Cp>Austin's \u003Cstrong>IECC Climate Zone 2A (Hot-Humid)\u003C/strong> creates year-round challenges for plumbing systems and project scheduling.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Summer impacts:\u003C/strong> Extreme heat averaging 97°F in August causes \u003Cstrong>thermal expansion in pipes\u003C/strong>, increasing system pressure and stressing joints. PVC pipes in attics are particularly vulnerable to expansion-related failures. Water usage spikes 30-70% for irrigation and pools, straining existing systems and accelerating sediment buildup in water heaters.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Winter considerations:\u003C/strong> Despite mild winters, Austin experiences an average of \u003Cstrong>12 freeze days annually\u003C/strong>. Pipes in unheated areas freeze and burst, with emergency calls tripling during cold snaps. Even brief freezing temperatures can cause extensive water damage to homes.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Best timing:\u003C/strong> \u003Cstrong>Spring and fall offer optimal conditions\u003C/strong> for plumbing projects, with moderate temperatures and stable ground conditions. The high humidity (67% average) accelerates pipe corrosion year-round, while heavy rainfall can overwhelm sewer systems and delay underground work.\u003C/p>",{"question":198,"answer":199},"How long does plumbing work typically take in Austin?","\u003Cp>Plumbing project duration in Austin varies significantly based on complexity and local permitting requirements.\u003C/p>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Simple repairs (1-3 hours):\u003C/strong> Faucet replacement, drain snaking, toilet flapper repair, and garbage disposal resets require no permits\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Standard projects (2-8 hours):\u003C/strong> Water heater replacement takes 2-4 hours, while toilet installation and minor pipe repairs may require permits for code compliance\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Major projects (2-7 days):\u003C/strong> Whole-home repiping takes up to a week, main sewer line replacement requires 3-5 days, and tankless water heater installation needs 4-10 hours plus potential electrical upgrades\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Austin permit timeline:\u003C/strong> Standard residential permits take 4-6 weeks, though expedited permits are available in 10 days for simple projects\u003C/li>\u003C/ul>\u003Cp>Emergency service is available same-day to 24 hours, while routine repairs typically require 3-7 days scheduling. Winter freeze season creates the longest wait times of 4-6 weeks for non-emergency work.\u003C/p>",{"question":201,"answer":202},"How can I tell if it’s time to contact a plumbing company in Austin?","\u003Cp>One of the most frequent reasons a neighbor calls a local plumber involves unexplained dampness near the base of the home or hairline cracks appearing in the drywall. These often signal a leak under the slab. Because much of the area sits on highly expansive black clay, the foundation shifts significantly as the soil dries and swells. This movement puts immense pressure on copper supply lines, eventually causing them to fail. You might also notice a drop in pressure or white, crusty deposits on your showerheads. This mineral scale is a byproduct of the hard water sourced from the Colorado River, and it can eventually choke off your pipes or cause a water heater to pop and groan as sediment builds up inside.\u003C/p>",{"question":204,"answer":205},"Is there anything I can check before calling a plumbing professional in Austin?","\u003Cp>Before you call out a local plumbing company, you can perform a simple water meter test to see if you have a hidden leak. Turn off every tap in the house and watch the meter dial; if it continues to spin, the shifting clay soil likely cracked a line beneath your foundation. You should also take a look at your water heater's drain valve. If you see white, chalky flakes, that is just the hard water sediment common to our local supply. However, if the water heater isn't recovering quickly or is making a loud hammering noise, the heating elements are likely buried in several inches of limestone buildup. If your meter test confirms a leak or if you suspect a line has failed under your slab, stop there and call a professional to avoid major foundation damage.\u003C/p>",{"question":207,"answer":208},"What types of plumbing services are commonly offered in Austin?","\u003Cp>Plumbing service in this part of Texas focuses heavily on the challenges created by our geography. Slab leak repair is a standard specialty here because the expansive clay beneath our feet frequently snaps rigid pipes. For homes built in older neighborhoods like Crestview or Tarrytown, technicians often handle galvanized pipe replacement to restore clear water and proper pressure to the house. Dealing with our hard water is another high-demand service; many homeowners opt for water softener installation to prevent mineral scale from destroying appliances. Additionally, since some subdivisions built in the late 1970s and 80s were piped with polybutylene, many local crews specialize in full-home repiping to replace these failure-prone lines with modern materials.\u003C/p>",{"question":210,"answer":211},"How do I find the best plumbing company in Austin?","\u003Cp>To find the best plumbing company in Austin, start by confirming the team is fully credentialed with a license from the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners and carries current liability and workers' compensation insurance. A trusted plumber should also demonstrate a deep understanding of local conditions, such as how to properly secure lines against the shifting blackland prairie clay that is so common in our region. To save yourself hours of vetting, you can use the Best Pick Reports directory. Every certified plumbing company in the guide has passed a rigorous six-step merit-based qualification process that cannot be purchased. They must maintain a 4.0 or higher Google rating or an 80% satisfaction rate in independent customer surveys. This yearly re-verification ensures the work is high-quality and includes a $2,500 guarantee on labor costs for registered homeowners.\u003C/p>",[],[214,217,220,223,227,230,233,236,239,243],{"location":7,"date":215,"message":216},"2026-04-17","I have 3 google nests to replace and have the thermostats on hand. I understand teh $89/call but she could not give me any idea what the installatin of them costs. WE are on the maintenance program but that is irrelevant.",{"location":7,"date":218,"message":219},"2026-04-16","Hi, please contact me by email only.\nI need to check my water heater and repair the gas line because it’s not installed properly. Thanks.",{"location":7,"date":221,"message":222},"2026-02-18","Review water heater condition and low water pressure.",{"location":224,"date":225,"message":226},"Georgetown","2025-12-02","Kitchen disposal died. Badger 5 1/2 hp. Could I get an estimate on replacing it?",{"location":224,"date":228,"message":229},"2025-09-29","When we turned off shower we heard knocking so want to have water pressure checked and overall health of our plumbing since I was told that the water pressure may not be regulating.",{"location":7,"date":231,"message":232},"2025-09-13","My toilet in the gust room has a squeaking sound. I have purchased the fill valve and need someone to install it.",{"location":7,"date":234,"message":235},"2025-04-27","Shower control and valve",{"location":7,"date":237,"message":238},"2025-04-21","Water leaking from tub to outside of house.  Whenever shower or bath is filled, water is coming outside to our sidewalk.  Also, sink in bathroom needs repair- won’t drain.",{"location":240,"date":241,"message":242},"Bee Cave","2025-04-06","Remove and Replace Toilet Tank Water Fill Valve with new fill valve. We have the new water fill valve. \r\n\r\nWe spoke with Jackie Espinoza at Stan's as we are current clients.",{"location":7,"date":244,"message":245},"2025-03-02","Need a replacement hot water heater\r\nand line blow out\r\nNeed someone to look at our A.C/Heater. have had Goettl out (6x) and it's never fixed/running well long"]