“Very quick response to quote request.” · Checkatrade, 29 Apr 2025
“Alex got back to us straight away” · Checkatrade, 16 Mar 2025
Public evidence profile
The Plumbing Doctor
Review quality
No reviews in 12 months
Emergency callout
Plumber
Trust Score
56out of 100
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume147
Independent sources2 independent public sources
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say43.8 of 60
Independent checks7 of 30
Track record4.6 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 8.3
- Ways to reach them7 of 8.3
- Reviewed on more than one site0 of 6.2
- Registered company details0 of 4.1
- Photos of their work0 of 2.1
- Industry recognition0 of 1
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What customers consistently say
Recurring themes from 3 customer reviews on Checkatrade.
“Arrived on time.” · Checkatrade, 29 Apr 2025
“Alex was on time” · Checkatrade, 16 Mar 2025
Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade147 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“Very quick response to quote request. Decent price. Arrived on time. Professional and friendly. Noticed afterwards he’d fixed a small but annoying fault on the sink unit without charge. Would recommend and would use again.”
“I couldn't fault Alex. His communication was spot on and his work and professionalism was great.We had to juggle some dates due to work commitments but Alex was really accommodating. Would highly recommend and will certainly be using him again in the future.”
“Contact them for a quote and Alex got back to us straight away, was great help with recommending a suitable tap and even picked it up for us. Not expecting such a swift booking for the job , but from initial contact it was a matter of days. Alex was on time and the commutation was great. He fitted the tap and also rectified a issue with the drainage that he noticed. Really excellent service would highly recommend them again. Definitely are go to Plumber if needed”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for The Plumbing Doctor, including the highlights above. The 147 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
Very quick response to quote request. Decent price. Arrived on time. Professional and friendly. Noticed afterwards he’d fixed a small but annoying fault on the sink unit without charge. Would recommend and would use again.
I couldn't fault Alex. His communication was spot on and his work and professionalism was great.We had to juggle some dates due to work commitments but Alex was really accommodating. Would highly recommend and will certainly be using him again in the future.
Contact them for a quote and Alex got back to us straight away, was great help with recommending a suitable tap and even picked it up for us. Not expecting such a swift booking for the job , but from initial contact it was a matter of days. Alex was on time and the commutation was great. He fitted the tap and also rectified a issue with the drainage that he noticed. Really excellent service would highly recommend them again. Definitely are go to Plumber if needed
Local context
Rated 5.0, above the local average for plumbers in Plymouth
Across 65 plumbers in Plymouth, the typical rating is 4.8 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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About
Plumber in Plymouth, Devon.
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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Areas served
DevonPlymouth
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Check the WaterSafe registerAgree the call-out fee, the hourly or fixed rate, and whether parts are charged on top, in writing, before an emergency plumber starts. Out-of-hours overcharging and 'while I'm here' add-ons are common complaints.
Be wary of a plumber who, on a first visit, says your whole system or boiler must be replaced. Get a second opinion and an itemised quote (parts and labour separately) before agreeing to major work.
Gas and boiler work is a separate, regulated trade, not general plumbing. Make sure anyone working on a gas appliance is specifically registered to do gas work, and ask to see that registration before they start.
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Common questions about The Plumbing Doctor
Is The Plumbing Doctor a legitimate business?
The Plumbing Doctor has 147 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about The Plumbing Doctor?
The Plumbing Doctor has 147 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know The Plumbing Doctor's reviews are genuine?
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What does The Plumbing Doctor specialise in?
The Plumbing Doctor 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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