Meares Plumbing

Robert F.

I called Meares because they did a lot of work in our community. My problem was a tight shower valve that needed the cartridge replaced. It took the plumber about 30 minutes and they charged $321. My mistake for not asking the cost before he went to work. Never again!! That is just a plan ridiculous amount for what had to be done.. Beware!!

Joy H.

I have used them in 2 homes over the past few years . And today was the last time . I had an exfoliating glove go down the drain as well as a lighter, both were in a tub tray that fell over and before I could grab everything those items slipped down the drain. Mears wanted over 550.00 and wanted me to sign up for diamond service for 8 dollars a month to save 30 dollars and print a 20 dollar coupon. I asked them to work with me during this difficult time where no one is working ( including them according to the techs) the manager said they didn't quote enough and I should be paying close to 700.00 but they would honor the first quote . I said no thank you and I won't be calling again . I did however call Plumbing Today and they fixed the issue for 99.00 I sent Mears the check I made out to them and said I was so glad I didn't let them gouge me . During a crisis like covid 19 is the time to give people a break not gouge them and make up issues that didn't exist . And Thank You PLUMBING TODAY , you now have my business

Kent F.

Meares Plumbing sent one plumber to give us a quote (that was better than the previous quotes by other plumbing companies). They sent a second plumber to offer us an upgrade option (UPsell) and begin the work we had requested. The second plumber discussed and received direction on how we wished the work to be done. He even drew up a second invoice concerning the work order and direction. After progress by the second plumber, Hillsborough County inspected our plumbing and made us aware of """"requirements"""" necessary to complete final inspection. Meares plumbing sent the """"first"""" plumber that offered the original bid, to complete the remainder of the job. This plumber (the original plumber) did a sub-par job """"as he saw fit"""" rather than the agreed upon job by the second plumber. He questioned, in the invoice, the demand the Hillsborough county inspector required for final inspection. He notified Meares plumbing that the required venting wasn't necessary. Had he not done as we requested, our job would not have passed final inspection. Then, the original plumber couldn't locate the bid per the second plumber. He installed our equipment as was easiest for him instead of, as agreed upon by the second Meares plumber. We demanded the equipment be moved to the agreed location and after mouthing an attitude, he finally moved the equipment. He told us he had no record of additional work we had requested. After protest, the first Meares plumber located the invoice from the second Meares plumber. But again, he proceeded to do a sub-par job that was nothing like the job we agreed upon with the second plumber. The work we received looks like it was completed by a three year old. We're disgusted with the resultant job that Dan threw together. His work is less than respectable. If Meares sends him to do the work on your home...RUN! Dan is NOT the plumber you want working on your home!

Dametra N.

I used Meares Plumbing and would definitely recommend them. Being out of state for an emergency, I thought it would be difficult to find someone reliable. A man named Jesse handled the job on an outside water pipe. He went above and beyond for me, even communicating with FGUA to resolve the problem. He kept me posted via cell for 2 days, and returned to the site to be sure all was fixed and working well. Thank you Meares, especially Jesse!

Morgan K.

We worked with Meares to have a new gas line and water heater installed and they were excellent--timely, professional, and respectful of our home. Nick was especially great to work with! Thanks guys!

Jb W.

Very disappointing. Used Meares for service on several properties. Got good service at fair prices and then. Called on a Leaking water main issue. I though the problem was more serious than it turned out to be. What I thought was an estimate for 3 hours work turned out to be an hour and half of work, half hour of stalling and BS, then billed for three hours. Finding Plumbers in the Tampa area that don't try to rip you off or overcharge is very difficult, This one tried to sneak in an extra hour . So now I have to find another Plumber. Call them at your own risk...

Linda T.

The only reason for 2 stars is that the repair man was very nice and professional and did a good job. My problem is with the way a job is priced. Other companies I have dealt with charge a service fee but it is then applied to the repair. This company charges a service fee and then a repair fee at a set rate no matter what you have done or how long it takes. He replaced an $8.00 part and tightened 3 connections and my total bill was $140. It took him less than 10 minutes including the time it took to go back to his truck and get the part. If I wasn't 70 years old I could have managed myself. I won't be calling this company again.

Cara K.

I came home from a business trip only to learn our hot water heater had bit the dust. My husband researched switching to tankless, and Meares was one of the TECO recommended partners. He was able to schedule for the very next day and even bump up our time that same day. The gentlemen they sent to our residence were extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and patient as they saw the job through and answered all of our questions. They will definitely be at the top of my list for future plumbing needs - lets just hope there won't be any hot water heater purchases for another several years!!!

Colin M.

DO NOT DO BUSINESS. They installed a tankless water heater that they don't understand. Two issues in only a month and doesn't work with my washing machine because it is """"too new"""" - no hot water for laundry. They didn't know that the Navien unit ordered wouldn't work with new energy/water efficient laundry machines. Called me """"very rude"""". I'm pissed off, wouldn't you be if you spent over $1600 for a unit that isnt compatible with your washing machine? Somehow, I was supposed to know this?!? I was very careful to ask a lot of questions before purchasing but I relied on them to educate me...that was my mistake for thinking they were """"the experts"""".

Zee O.

Kevin and Justin recently came out to install the Enviro water filtration system that I wanted in my home and did an excellent job! They were very professional, polite and considerate of my property. For space saving reasons, I wanted the unit in a specific spot and not only did they make it work, but it was apparent that they strive for perfection during install. I have been a Diamond Member at Meares since the first time Kevin came to resolve a plumbing issue over a year ago. I appreciate their honesty, and the fact that I can rely on getting the plumber I started with who knows the work done so far. Keep up the good work!