A burst pipe at midnight or a backed-up sewer on a Saturday is not the time to start Googling "plumber near me." You want to know who to call before you need them.
Johnson County has dozens of plumbing companies, from one-person shops to large operations with fleets of trucks. We looked at the ones listed on JoCo Home Pros and narrowed it down to the companies with the strongest track records: high ratings, substantial review counts, and a range of services that cover the problems you are most likely to encounter.
What to Know
Tip:
Most plumbers charge a service call fee of $50-150. Ask if the call fee is applied to the repair cost if you hire them. Many will waive it if you go with the repair.
Top Rated
Edwards Gutter Cleaning and Power Wash
Services: Gutter cleaning, power washing, drainage solutions
Why they stand out: Over a thousand reviews is rare in this industry. Edwards focuses on exterior drainage, which is the root cause of many plumbing problems. Clean gutters and proper drainage prevent basement flooding and foundation damage.
J F Denney, Inc.
Services: Full-service plumbing, drain cleaning, water heater installation, sewer repair
Why they stand out: J F Denney handles everything from a dripping faucet to a full sewer line replacement. Nearly 400 reviews with a perfect rating says they handle the small jobs and the big ones with equal care.
Deer Creek Plumbing Inc
Services: Residential plumbing, remodel plumbing, water heaters, leak detection
Why they stand out: Deer Creek specializes in residential work. If you are remodeling a bathroom or need a water heater replaced, they are a solid choice.
KC Water Heaters
Services: Water heater installation and repair (tank and tankless)
Why they stand out: They do one thing and do it well: water heaters. If your water heater is leaking, making strange noises, or not keeping water hot, KC Water Heaters can diagnose it fast. They install both traditional tank and tankless units.
Bill Fry the Plumbing Guy
Services: General plumbing repair, drain cleaning, faucet and toilet repair
Why they stand out: Bill Fry is a one-person operation with over 200 reviews. That is impressive for a solo plumber. You get the owner on every call, not a dispatched technician who has never met you.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Johnson County
Services: Drain cleaning, sewer repair, pipe repair, water heaters
Why they stand out: Part of a national franchise, but locally owned and operated. Mr. Rooter has the backing of a national brand with the responsiveness of a local company. They offer 24/7 emergency service.
Drains N More LLC
Services: Drain cleaning, sewer cleaning, camera inspections
Why they stand out: Drains N More focuses specifically on drains and sewers. If you have a recurring clog or slow drain, they can camera-inspect your line to find the root cause instead of just snaking it every six months.
Costs: What to Expect
Prices are ranges for the Johnson County area. Always get multiple quotes.
| Service | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Faucet repair | $75 | $200 |
| Toilet repair | $100 | $250 |
| Drain cleaning | $150 | $350 |
| Water heater repair | $150 | $500 |
| Water heater installation | $800 | $2,500 |
| Sewer line repair | $1,000 | $4,000 |
| Burst pipe repair | $300 | $1,000 |
💡 Most plumbers charge a service call fee of $50-150. Ask if the call fee is applied to the repair cost if you hire them. Many will waive it if you go with the repair.
Questions to Ask Before Hiring
- 1.Are you licensed in Kansas?
Johnson County requires plumbers to hold a valid license.
- 2.Do you charge a flat rate or time and materials?
Flat rate means you know the cost upfront. Time and materials means the bill depends on how long the job takes.
- 3.Is the service call fee applied to the repair?
Many companies waive the call fee if you hire them for the repair.
- 4.Do you offer emergency service?
Not all plumbers answer calls at 2 AM. Know who does before you need them.
- 5.What is your warranty?
Standard is 1 year on labor. Parts warranties vary by manufacturer.