A very positive experience from start to finish. Sam responded to our enquiry very quickly, came out very quickly, assessed the work required, offered choices and quotes and completed the work the next day. Sam is very professional, dedicated and easy to communicate with. He really listens and delivers what is needed without extra selling, etc. Very unintimidating (I am a woman) and affable. 100% recommend and will be using for all future plumbing and maintenance requirements in the future.
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Barlow Plumbing & Heating
Emergency callout
Plumber
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- Checkatrade7 reviews · 5.0 avg
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Sam was very diligent with his work. He was very easy to communicate with.
Very professional, did exactly what he said he would do and explained it well.
Local context
Rated 5.0, above the local average for plumbers in Oxford
Across 125 plumbers in Oxford, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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Public evidence last checked March 2026
Services they list
Bathroom & Kitchen PlumbingBlocked BathsBlocked SinksBlocked ToiletsGeneral PlumbingPipe FitterPlumbing RepairsRadiator InstallationRadiator RepairRadiator Thermostat Valve InstallationRadiator Thermostat Valve RepairShower Installation
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OxfordOxfordshire
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What does Barlow Plumbing & Heating specialise in?
Barlow Plumbing & Heating lists specialist services including Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing, Blocked Baths, Blocked Sinks, Blocked Toilets, General Plumbing, Pipe Fitter. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
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