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5.0 out of 5
Out of 249 Reviews
NEW WATER HEATER STARTING @ $52/MO
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DRAIN CLEAR SPECIAL
$100 OFF MAIN LINE RODDING
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$100 OFF
ANY PLUMBING REPAIR OVER $1000
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$0 DIAGNOSTIC ($129 value)
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WHOLE HOME WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM
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Nolan Hahn
14:25 08 Oct 25
Response from the owner 20:52 08 Oct 25
Thank you for the 5-star rating, Nolan! We appreciate your support and are grateful you chose Baethke Plumbing for your needs. If there's anything else we can do for you, please let us know.
I have been using Baethke Plumbing since 2010 for an 8 unit condo building. I have had many different service technicians out and they never disappoint. Yesterday I had Sam and Mike out for an emergency sewer backup and both were competent, clean, and friendly. They were here all day, but they stay until the work is done. John has established a work culture of "do it right" and having a history with them is helpful. The Service Technicians have my building's service history in a file and review it before arrival. My collogues at work know Josh by name and ask about him!
Response from the owner 20:52 08 Oct 25
Thank you for your kind words, Thora! We're very pleased to hear that our team, including Sam and Mike, consistently meets your expectations for your condo building. Maintaining a high standard and understanding our clients' history is important to us, and having your colleagues recognize Josh illustrates the trust and relationship we've built together.
Lauren B
18:29 06 Oct 25
Billy (our plumber) and Matt (his apprentice) had a 4-day job to do in our place. While the cost was not something we were expecting, Billy made it as painless as possible. He was extremely communicative, patient with our questions, and knowledgeable. He even communicated directly with our contractor who was working on something else at the same time, just to make sure they were on the same page. Every morning he called to give an ETA, midday he called to check in on the status of their work, and in the afternoon he would call to let us know he had cleaned up and locked up our place. Honestly Billy's communication made everything just a little better! At the end of the project he walked me through every update that had been made but also sent a summary of the repairs so I'd have it in the future. He and Matt were fantastic and I'd happily have them work on my home again. Thanks Matt and Billy!
Response from the owner 01:51 07 Oct 25
Thank you, Lauren, for sharing your positive experience with us. We're pleased to hear that Billy and Matt provided clear communication and ensured every aspect of your project was handled with care. It’s wonderful to know they left a strong impression, and we truly appreciate your kind words.
Highest quality customer service, have been using them for several years and always treated with respect and professionalism.
Response from the owner 14:33 30 Jan 17
Thank you for the review Christopher, we greatly appreciate it!
will brown
16:49 03 Oct 25
I called Baethke Plumbing after a leak and the plumber showed up on time, explained what needed to be done, and fixed the issue quickly. I appreciate how dependable they are and will definitely call them again if I need a plumber near me.
Response from the owner 22:38 05 Jul 24
Thank you for recognizing our great service, Will Brown!
5/5 stars – Isaac Flores did a great job. Communicated clearly, was friendly, answered all of my questions and quickly figured out/resolved the issue. Highly recommend him and Baethke to anyone.
Response from the owner 03:23 03 Oct 25
Thank you, Greg! We're so pleased to hear that Isaac impressed you with his clear communication and friendly service, successfully resolving your issue. We greatly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to assisting you in the future.
Eso Akunne
22:40 29 Sep 25
From the moment I called Baethke Plumbing, the service was incredibly timely. They arrived on schedule, diagnosed the issue quickly, and had my water heater fixed faster than I expected. The plumber was professional, courteous, and explained everything clearly. I especially appreciated how responsive they were when I needed an emergency plumber, and the whole experience felt seamless from start to finish. Highly recommend Baethke Plumbing for anyone looking for a reliable plumber near me.
Response from the owner 17:27 30 Sep 25
Thank you for such a thoughtful review, Eso. We’re pleased to hear our team was able to respond promptly and address your water heater issue efficiently. Our goal is always to deliver clear communication and professional service, especially during emergencies.
Yuriy was incredibly patient, thorough, and professional! Very much so satisfied with the overall service experience!
Susan Silver
03:54 31 Jan 25
I happily recommend this company for heating/plumbing services. The employees from customer service, field manger, and service tech were very friendly, professional, knowledgeable and skilled. They were very receptive to correcting the issues we were facing, and although I did not do a price comparison, I feel their charges were very fair considering the amount of work required to replace our water heater and correcting errors made by a competitor. The service tech, Lou, was very skilled, worked very hard, and was very willing to answer all our questions and educate us about the new system. I will definitely contact them again for future checkups and any issues that might arise.
Eddie Kerrigan
19:09 30 Jan 25
Baethke Plumbing was fantastic to work with! When our hot water heater broke they got someone out right away. They were knowledgeable, efficient and the work was top notch. Lou was our tech, super friendly as well! The office staff was so friendly and easy to schedule with, and their automated text updates kept us well informed. Would use them again no question!
Kurt Muller
01:22 30 Jan 25
Cordial, efficient, and competent service at a reasonable price!
Your service assuaged a skeptical first-time customer who’d become jaded with other ‘plumbers’ soliciting thru the internet.
Baethke is the real deal, and I’ve kept their number to use them again and to recommend them to others!
Your service assuaged a skeptical first-time customer who’d become jaded with other ‘plumbers’ soliciting thru the internet.
Baethke is the real deal, and I’ve kept their number to use them again and to recommend them to others!
Guy Rowley
23:23 29 Jan 25
Timely, efficient, friendly, hard to beat.
The Revival HOA
22:15 24 Jan 25
Baethke Plumbing provided assessment services today that were exceptional in every way. They were thorough in their evaluation, ensuring no detail was overlooked. The team was kind and professional, maintaining a respectful and approachable demeanor throughout. Their honesty and matter-of-fact communication gave us clear and transparent insights, which will be invaluable in helping the HOA Board make informed decisions. I highly recommend their services for anyone needing reliable and trustworthy expertise.
Ryan Eggert
02:10 24 Jan 25
Baethke was fantastic from booking all the way though the service. Shout out to Josh who was super professional and kind. Taught me a lot while he was here!
He not only fixed what needed to be fixed but provided a range of options to choose from without upselling anything. Will definitely use them again ✌️
He not only fixed what needed to be fixed but provided a range of options to choose from without upselling anything. Will definitely use them again ✌️
Marin Kukoc
23:29 07 Jan 25
Baethke Plumbing provided the best plumbing experience I’ve had to date. Upon initial reach out, the woman I spoke to on the phone was very kind and clear about their costs and process. They provided text notifications throughout, informing me the plumber was on his way. Last and definitely not least, Yuriy the plumber was a consummate professional. He brought his own foot mat, placed covers on his shoes to not track snow, and provided clear and informative guidance on my situation. He was very pleasant to interact with and every question I had was answered. Will definitely be using Baethke Plumbing again.
