Thunderbird Plumbing Company

★★★★★ 4.8 / 5 (258)
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: 8646 Thunderbird Rd, Austin, TX 78736
: (512) 378-0566
: http://www.bestaustinplumber.com

Company Overview

We focus on the setup and fixing of instant water heaters, standard water heaters, commodes, fixtures, and gas device hook-ups. We also handle concerns related to reduced or increased water pressure and drip repair or replacement of plumbing, gas, and sewer lines. Thunderbird Plumbing Co. additionally offers drain cleaning services for clogged and sluggish drains.

Our plumbers will function with transparency in your residence or workplace, delivering trustworthy service, always keeping in mind that our customers are our greatest asset! Without you, we wouldn't thrive!

Thunderbird Plumbing is skilled in identifying and repairing drainage issues that can restore your home or office. Our technicians will swiftly determine the source of your problem and will then recommend the best solution to satisfy your demands. At Thunderbird Plumbing, we will not advise superfluous repairs!

Thunderbird Plumbing Co. was created in 2006 by Founder and Master Plumber Jeff Plunkett as an alternative to the national companies in town that demand higher prices. After working with these companies for over a decade, Jeff understood that the biggest companies didn't provide a superior level of service. In fact, the opposite was often true. These large companies are in a constant struggle to keep up with a high volume of calls, and often the technician they send might not even be adequately licensed. So what you receive is a subpar quality of work at a much higher price. At Thunderbird Plumbing, where good old-fashioned service still matters, you will receive top-notch work at a much lower price. Even today, most of our work comes from loyal customers and recommendations. We do the job right the first time; our business depends on it.

Jeff began his career in the plumbing trade nearly 20 years ago. He began by servicing septic pump trucks and excavating for drainage lines. Fundamentally, he did a lot of the labor that most plumbers are accustomed to. Jeff worked his way up and became proficient at setting up and fixing water heaters, toilets, faucets, sewer lines, and also became adept at locating and fixing slab leaks in plumbing lines. He understands what it's like to put in an authentic day's work. At most of the plumbing companies Jeff was employed by, he was held in esteem for his dedication and the standard of his work. He thinks that maintaining this quality is vital to sustaining his business for years to come. He thinks about long and hard about those he hires at Thunderbird Plumbing and ensures to have workers of a superior level alongside him. We genuinely believe that when you contact us, you will receive greater value for your dollars.

Business Services

  • Bathtub installation
  • Bathtub repair
  • Drain installation
  • Drain repair
  • Faucet installation
  • Faucet repair
  • Garbage disposal installation
  • Garbage disposal repair
  • Gas line installation
  • Gas line repair
  • Hot water recirculation pump installation
  • Hot water recirculation pump repair
  • Plumbing inspection
  • Plumbing installation or replacement
  • Plumbing repair
  • Sewer installation
  • Sewer repair
  • Shower installation
  • Shower repair
  • Sink installation
  • Sink repair
  • Sump pump installation
  • Sump pump repair
  • Toilet installation
  • Toilet repair
  • Water heater installation
  • Water heater repair
  • Water pipe installation
  • Water pipe repair

Business Location & Hours



Mon:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tue:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wed:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thu:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Fri:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Recommended Customer Reviews

Marina M.
★★★★★

Jeff was wonderful to work with, prompt, and got the (big) job done in less than a day for a fair price. I highly recommend giving this company a call for any plumbing work you need done!

Rose C.
★★★★★

We really appreciate this plumbing group, once again we needed them and they came out and resolved an issue in a timely manner and gave us a good faucet tip as well-thank you Raymond and Ted!

Cris G.
★★★★★

I've had Raymond from Thunderbird come out twice now. First he helped with my propane stove connection when Sears didn't know what they were doing. I asked him to check out my water heater and we discussed it but I thought I would wait. A few weeks later it was leaking very obviously, but was probably busted when we checked it out the first time. Raymond did a great job and worked with me while I attempted to repair the floor under it. I'm calling them now to fix the garbage disposal and faucet.

Mike K.
★★★★★

I previously had another plumber give me estimate to unclog/repair a utility sink drain. The plumber charged me $225 just to use camera to diagnose drain clog! and a MANUAL rooter that did NOT work. Plumber advised repair will entail trenching 20' underground and break concrete floor to fix alleged broken pipe clogged by "roots" for approx. $5-7k! Then plumber also replaced a "bad" bathtub valve for $199 he said would fix a low hoth water bathtub problem which did NOTHING to help water pressure! Both problems were NOT fixed after this visit!!!
Next day, I called Thunderbird Plumbing to see if they could fix these issues. Ted from Thunderbird Plumbing unclogged my utility drain with an ELECTRIC rooter in 5 minutes! and confirmed there
was no broken pipe!!! Ted also fixed the bathtub low hot water pressure by cleaning debris from hot water supply that proved valve replacement was NOT required from the first plumber. Ted finished both jobs in 90 minutes! Both problems were fixed at a very reasonable price!!! Highly recommend Thunderbird Plumbing and Ted!!!

Helga D.
★★★★★

Whew! We could not be more relieved and happy to have found Thunderbird plumbing. Our water heater, which is in our attic, leaked so we had to get it taken care of FAST! We left a message with Thunderbird and Ted called us back quickly and was at our house within an hour. He was professional, friendly and calm in a situation that was stressful for us. Most importantly, with 19 years of plumbing experience, he knew what he was talking about which was reassuring. We were in a bind, not having the luxury of time on our side and knowing this, Ted did not take advantage of the situation. He quickly assessed the problem, stopped any further leaking and gave us an extremely fair estimate. He and his assistant were able to come the very next morning to replace the water heater and they did an excellent job! They were done in less than 2 hours. These guys are awesome. We will continue to use them if need be in the future.

RJ S.
★★★★★

I will add to great reviews. Called Thunderbird Plumbing after business hours and received a call back later that evening by Raymond. My project wasn't a rush, just needed to get a estimate and time of when they can do it. Raymond originally had a full schedule the next day but might be able to rearrange his schedule to fit me in. He contacted me the next day and was able to get me in at noon.

I sent him pictures of what was leaking (back yard faucet) and he was able to get the parts when he arrived. Knocked out both jobs within the hour. Polite and gave his advice and did great work. Would call them again!

Chuck F.
★★★★★

Piece of advice: if you know your water heater is past it's expected lifetime replace it before it leaks and costs 5x as much in cleanup and repairs, especially if you require carpentry work to fit in the newer bigger government imposed units.

Ted is the best. Completely competent, patient with many questions, did not rush us but made sure we were at ease with a bad situation. I only wish I would have had Ted out even one month sooner. But, somehow he was able to come out withing hours of calling and he mitigated any further damage. Then he was there the next morning with Travis (who was also great) and had a 2 story attic unit replaced within a couple of hours.

Don't bother doing any more research, just call Thunderbird now.

EDIT: Ted is no longer with Thunderbird, but I had them back out a year later to replace the gas value (bad design, not their fault) and they are still great.

Kate B.
★★★★★

I wish I could give 10 stars. The fellas at Thunderbird Plumbing are awesome. They're professional, quick, know their stuff and are reasonably priced. They will be saved in my phone for future plumbing needs! I really appreciate working with great people like them. Highly recommend!

Stephen N.
★★★★★

Had 9k worth of work done and these guys nailed it. Professional and had it done quickly. They even retrieved my kids toy when he tossed it down in the trench.

Andrew M.
★★★★★

I had issues with my gas fireplace not lighting. I Called Thunderbird and got a text back within a few minutes. I was happy to pay for them to come out to look at it (with the expectation of being charged a large call out fee). Rather than that, Jeff did a diagnosis over text. Finally suggested I adjust my thermocouple position. I did that and the issue was resolved at no cost. It really does not get any better than this.

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