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The best plumbers near Columbiaville, Michigan, ranked by the record.

Scored out of 100 by our ranking algorithm from 926 Google reviews and state license records. Updated October 27, 2026.

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8 plumbers near Columbiaville, ranked by Referrally Score · 25% license-verified

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Michigan Heating, Cooling & Plumbing

Lapeer · 5.4 mi from Columbiaville

84OF 100
Very good
Referrally Plumber of the Year 2026Most Recommended 2026Fastest Growing 2026Longest Standing 2026
  • 4.8 · 747 Google reviews
  • Licensed in Michigan · #8004513
  • Licensed since 2018
  • 150 new reviews in the last 12 months · replies to 30%
  • 6 reviews mention Lapeer, Davison

“They were very knowledgeable, professional, and were able to get the job done in just a matter of a few hours.” — Heather lang

Friendly crew 337On time / fast 230Would recommend 15830 critical
Call (810) 664-8576Website
See why Michigan Heating, Cooling & Plumbing is #1
What customers say
Friendly crew 337On time / fast 230Would recommend 158Quality work 128Explained everything 86Communication 62Water heater 46Fair price 27

“They were very knowledgeable, professional, and were able to get the job done in just a matter of a few hours.”

Heather lang, December 5, 2022
Anything to know
  • 30 critical reviews out of 747, mentioning price / billing, warranty issues, still leaking / clogged. The owner replied to 40% of them.
Recent activity

150 new reviews in the last 12 months. Replies to 30% of reviews, usually within 148 days.

How the score adds up
  • Reputation30.3 of 35

    Google rating, adjusted so a handful of reviews can't outrank hundreds.

  • Review volume12 of 12

    How many reviews, compared with other companies nearby.

  • Momentum8 of 8

    New reviews in the last 12 months.

  • Recent performance8.8 of 10

    Rating over the last two years.

  • Credentials & record6 of 6

    State license, discipline record, local presence, and BBB standing. 9 points still being verified.

  • Responsiveness1.5 of 8

    Whether the owner replies to reviews, especially critical ones.

  • Longevity2.9 of 5

    Years in business.

  • Review patterns7 of 7

    Whether the reviews look like other companies' reviews in timing, wording, and who wrote them.

Score = points earned ÷ points we could verify, out of 100. First scored on this list; changes will show here month to month.

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Bruce M Johnson Plumbing Inc

Lapeer · 8.6 mi from Columbiaville

72OF 100
Good
  • 4.8 · 58 Google reviews
  • Michigan license not confirmed yet
  • On Google since 2017
  • 7 new reviews in the last 12 months · replies to 33%

“He was prompt, knowledgeable, friendly, polite, professional, a hard worker, and efficient and fast.” — William Meinz

Friendly crew 31Would recommend 23On time / fast 213 critical
Call (810) 664-4851Website
See why Bruce M Johnson Plumbing Inc is #2
What customers say
Friendly crew 31Would recommend 23On time / fast 21Quality work 13Fair price 12Explained everything 12No pressure 6Leak fixed 6

“He was prompt, knowledgeable, friendly, polite, professional, a hard worker, and efficient and fast.”

William Meinz, March 24, 2024
Anything to know
  • 3 critical reviews out of 58, mentioning flood / water damage. The owner replied to 33% of them.
Recent activity

7 new reviews in the last 12 months. Replies to 33% of reviews, usually within 198 days.

How the score adds up
  • Reputation29.6 of 35

    Google rating, adjusted so a handful of reviews can't outrank hundreds.

  • Review volume7.4 of 12

    How many reviews, compared with other companies nearby.

  • Momentum3.3 of 8

    New reviews in the last 12 months.

  • Recent performance9.1 of 10

    Rating over the last two years.

  • Credentials & recordpending

    State license, discipline record, local presence, and BBB standing. 15 points still being verified.

  • Responsiveness1.6 of 8

    Whether the owner replies to reviews, especially critical ones.

  • Longevity3.2 of 5

    Years in business.

  • Review patterns7 of 7

    Whether the reviews look like other companies' reviews in timing, wording, and who wrote them.

Score = points earned ÷ points we could verify, out of 100. First scored on this list; changes will show here month to month.

Verification
  • Michigan license: Michigan license not confirmed yet
  • Insurance certificate: not on file yet. Contractors add one by claiming their profile.
  • Google listing: claimed by the owner
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Kilburn’s Plumbing

Serves the area · 2.8 mi from Columbiaville

68OF 100
Good
  • 4.9 · 34 Google reviews
  • Michigan license not confirmed yet
  • On Google since 2023
  • 11 new reviews in the last 12 months · replies to 0%

“I would highly recommend and will pass on to friends looking for plumbing and repairs!” — Bill Gabriel

Would recommend 22Friendly crew 15On time / fast 131 critical
Call (810) 441-9831Website
See why Kilburn’s Plumbing is #3
What customers say
Would recommend 22Friendly crew 15On time / fast 13Quality work 13Fair price 9Communication 6Explained everything 5Leak fixed 5

“I would highly recommend and will pass on to friends looking for plumbing and repairs!”

Bill Gabriel, July 9, 2026
Anything to know
  • 1 critical review out of 34. The owner replied to 0% of them.
Recent activity

11 new reviews in the last 12 months. Replies to 0% of reviews.

How the score adds up
  • Reputation30.7 of 35

    Google rating, adjusted so a handful of reviews can't outrank hundreds.

  • Review volume6.4 of 12

    How many reviews, compared with other companies nearby.

  • Momentum4 of 8

    New reviews in the last 12 months.

  • Recent performance8.8 of 10

    Rating over the last two years.

  • Credentials & recordpending

    State license, discipline record, local presence, and BBB standing. 15 points still being verified.

  • Responsiveness0 of 8

    Whether the owner replies to reviews, especially critical ones.

  • Longevity1 of 5

    Years in business.

  • Review patterns7 of 7

    Whether the reviews look like other companies' reviews in timing, wording, and who wrote them.

Score = points earned ÷ points we could verify, out of 100. First scored on this list; changes will show here month to month.

Verification
  • Michigan license: Michigan license not confirmed yet
  • Insurance certificate: not on file yet. Contractors add one by claiming their profile.
  • Google listing: claimed by the owner
  • Own this company? Get your Referrally badge or correct a record.
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Crystal Clear Drain Cleaning

North Branch · 8.3 mi from Columbiaville

67OF 100
Good
Most Responsive 2026
  • 5.0 · 16 Google reviews
  • Michigan license not confirmed yet
  • On Google since 2020
  • 0 new reviews in the last 12 months · replies to 88%

“Mr Martin was very professional he showed up on time, and had my drains cleaned out quickly without leaving mess.” — Alishia Zentgraf

On time / fast 8Friendly crew 7Would recommend 6
Call (810) 627-8077
See why Crystal Clear Drain Cleaning is #4
What customers say
On time / fast 8Friendly crew 7Would recommend 6Drain cleared 4Fair price 3Clean-up 2Communication 2Explained everything 2

“Mr Martin was very professional he showed up on time, and had my drains cleaned out quickly without leaving mess.”

Alishia Zentgraf, October 27, 2020
Anything to know

No critical reviews (3 stars or lower) on record, and the reviews look typical for this area.

Recent activity

0 new reviews in the last 12 months. Replies to 88% of reviews, usually within 258 days.

How the score adds up
  • Reputation30.8 of 35

    Google rating, adjusted so a handful of reviews can't outrank hundreds.

  • Review volume5 of 12

    How many reviews, compared with other companies nearby.

  • Momentum0 of 8

    New reviews in the last 12 months.

  • Recent performance7.8 of 10

    Rating over the last two years.

  • Credentials & recordpending

    State license, discipline record, local presence, and BBB standing. 15 points still being verified.

  • Responsiveness4.4 of 8

    Whether the owner replies to reviews, especially critical ones.

  • Longevity2 of 5

    Years in business.

  • Review patterns7 of 7

    Whether the reviews look like other companies' reviews in timing, wording, and who wrote them.

Score = points earned ÷ points we could verify, out of 100. First scored on this list; changes will show here month to month.

Verification
  • Michigan license: Michigan license not confirmed yet
  • Insurance certificate: not on file yet. Contractors add one by claiming their profile.
  • Google listing: claimed by the owner
  • Own this company? Get your Referrally badge or correct a record.
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Elite Plumbing Solutions

Lapeer · 8.6 mi from Columbiaville

66OF 100
Good

“Prompt in scheduling estimate visit and fitting me into their busy schedule for ther work.” — Robin LaFrance

On time / fast 4Fair price 4Friendly crew 4
Call (810) 956-4974Website
See why Elite Plumbing Solutions is #5
What customers say
On time / fast 4Fair price 4Friendly crew 4Quality work 2Would recommend 2Clean-up 1Water heater 1Leak fixed 1

“Prompt in scheduling estimate visit and fitting me into their busy schedule for ther work.”

Robin LaFrance, November 12, 2020
Anything to know

No critical reviews (3 stars or lower) on record, and the reviews look typical for this area.

Recent activity

2 new reviews in the last 12 months. Replies to 0% of reviews.

How the score adds up
  • Reputation29.6 of 35

    Google rating, adjusted so a handful of reviews can't outrank hundreds.

  • Review volume3.8 of 12

    How many reviews, compared with other companies nearby.

  • Momentum1.8 of 8

    New reviews in the last 12 months.

  • Recent performance8.6 of 10

    Rating over the last two years.

  • Credentials & record8 of 8

    State license, discipline record, local presence, and BBB standing. 7 points still being verified.

  • Responsiveness0 of 8

    Whether the owner replies to reviews, especially critical ones.

  • Longevity2.4 of 5

    Years in business.

  • Review patterns7 of 7

    Whether the reviews look like other companies' reviews in timing, wording, and who wrote them.

Score = points earned ÷ points we could verify, out of 100. First scored on this list; changes will show here month to month.

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Speedy's Drain Cleaning LLC

Serves the area · 7.4 mi from Columbiaville

60OF 100
Fair
  • 4.3 · 68 Google reviews
  • Michigan license not confirmed yet
  • On Google since 2020
  • 19 new reviews in the last 12 months · replies to 54%

“They were friendly, great priced, and quick-something I appreciated most when my basement was getting a bit wet.” — Lacie Langford

Friendly crew 28On time / fast 24Drain cleared 2112 critical
Call (810) 336-3178Website
See why Speedy's Drain Cleaning LLC is #6
What customers say
Friendly crew 28On time / fast 24Drain cleared 21Would recommend 18Fair price 16Quality work 5Explained everything 5Leak fixed 4

“They were friendly, great priced, and quick-something I appreciated most when my basement was getting a bit wet.”

Lacie Langford, December 30, 2024
Anything to know
  • 12 critical reviews out of 68, mentioning rude / unprofessional, no-show / delays, still leaking / clogged. The owner replied to 42% of them.
Recent activity

19 new reviews in the last 12 months. Replies to 54% of reviews, usually within 213 days.

How the score adds up
  • Reputation20.7 of 35

    Google rating, adjusted so a handful of reviews can't outrank hundreds.

  • Review volume7.7 of 12

    How many reviews, compared with other companies nearby.

  • Momentum4.8 of 8

    New reviews in the last 12 months.

  • Recent performance6.4 of 10

    Rating over the last two years.

  • Credentials & recordpending

    State license, discipline record, local presence, and BBB standing. 15 points still being verified.

  • Responsiveness2.6 of 8

    Whether the owner replies to reviews, especially critical ones.

  • Longevity2 of 5

    Years in business.

  • Review patterns7 of 7

    Whether the reviews look like other companies' reviews in timing, wording, and who wrote them.

Score = points earned ÷ points we could verify, out of 100. First scored on this list; changes will show here month to month.

Verification
  • Michigan license: Michigan license not confirmed yet
  • Insurance certificate: not on file yet. Contractors add one by claiming their profile.
  • Google listing: claimed by the owner
  • Own this company? Get your Referrally badge or correct a record.
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Foster Plumbing Heating Electrical

North Branch · 8.8 mi from Columbiaville

60OF 100
Fair
  • 4.1 · 8 Google reviews
  • Michigan license not confirmed yet
  • On Google since 2018
  • 1 new review in the last 12 months · replies to 100%

“My husband was in there with them asking all sorts of questions, so not only where they knowledgeable but also super friendly when it came to answering all questions.” — Amanda Cassar

Friendly crew 2On time / fast 1Quality work 12 critical
Call (810) 688-3121
See why Foster Plumbing Heating Electrical is #7
What customers say
Friendly crew 2On time / fast 1Quality work 1No pressure 1Explained everything 1Would recommend 1Water heater 1

“My husband was in there with them asking all sorts of questions, so not only where they knowledgeable but also super friendly when it came to answering all questions.”

Amanda Cassar, July 23, 2025
Anything to know
  • 2 critical reviews out of 8, mentioning no-show / delays. The owner replied to 100% of them.
Recent activity

1 new reviews in the last 12 months. Replies to 100% of reviews, usually within 130 days.

How the score adds up
  • Reputation23.6 of 35

    Google rating, adjusted so a handful of reviews can't outrank hundreds.

  • Review volume3.8 of 12

    How many reviews, compared with other companies nearby.

  • Momentum1.1 of 8

    New reviews in the last 12 months.

  • Recent performance8.2 of 10

    Rating over the last two years.

  • Credentials & recordpending

    State license, discipline record, local presence, and BBB standing. 15 points still being verified.

  • Responsiveness5 of 8

    Whether the owner replies to reviews, especially critical ones.

  • Longevity2.7 of 5

    Years in business.

  • Review patterns7 of 7

    Whether the reviews look like other companies' reviews in timing, wording, and who wrote them.

Score = points earned ÷ points we could verify, out of 100. First scored on this list; changes will show here month to month.

Verification
  • Michigan license: Michigan license not confirmed yet
  • Insurance certificate: not on file yet. Contractors add one by claiming their profile.
  • Google listing: claimed by the owner
  • Own this company? Get your Referrally badge or correct a record.
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Kobelle Plumbing

Serves the area · 3.5 mi from Columbiaville

58OF 100
Fair
  • 4.5 · 34 Google reviews
  • Michigan license not confirmed yet
  • On Google since 2020
  • 0 new reviews in the last 12 months · replies to 9%
  • 2 reviews mention Lapeer

“I appreciate the quality of the workmanship and I am pleased with the professionalism of the staff.” — Steve Helms

Friendly crew 19On time / fast 16Would recommend 105 critical
Call (810) 728-7020Website
See why Kobelle Plumbing is #8
What customers say
Friendly crew 19On time / fast 16Would recommend 10Quality work 9Communication 6Fair price 3No pressure 3Fixtures 3

“I appreciate the quality of the workmanship and I am pleased with the professionalism of the staff.”

Steve Helms, February 22, 2024
Anything to know
  • 5 critical reviews out of 34, mentioning price / billing, poor communication, workmanship. The owner replied to 20% of them.
Recent activity

0 new reviews in the last 12 months. Replies to 9% of reviews, usually within 323 days.

How the score adds up
  • Reputation24.8 of 35

    Google rating, adjusted so a handful of reviews can't outrank hundreds.

  • Review volume6.4 of 12

    How many reviews, compared with other companies nearby.

  • Momentum0 of 8

    New reviews in the last 12 months.

  • Recent performance8 of 10

    Rating over the last two years.

  • Credentials & recordpending

    State license, discipline record, local presence, and BBB standing. 15 points still being verified.

  • Responsiveness0.6 of 8

    Whether the owner replies to reviews, especially critical ones.

  • Longevity2.2 of 5

    Years in business.

  • Review patterns7 of 7

    Whether the reviews look like other companies' reviews in timing, wording, and who wrote them.

Score = points earned ÷ points we could verify, out of 100. First scored on this list; changes will show here month to month.

Verification
  • Michigan license: Michigan license not confirmed yet
  • Insurance certificate: not on file yet. Contractors add one by claiming their profile.
  • Google listing: claimed by the owner
  • Own this company? Get your Referrally badge or correct a record.
Reviews read October 27, 2026 · license checked October 27, 2026Something wrong? Tell us

Too new to score (6): Blessing Co · Anselmo Plumbing Inc · B&b contracting · RAL Plumbing Ltd · Elmer's Plumbing & Heating · Sinks & Sewers. Fewer than 5 reviews each.

Not scored (1): J.W. Bliss Plumbing. We couldn't read their reviews yet.

Named, not scored (7): Davison Home Services (hvac contractor) · SIR Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC (hvac contractor) · KD's Septic Services | Septic Pump, Septic Cleanout, Grease Trap (septic system service) · B.C. Lawn Care & Landscaping (landscaper) · Porter & Heckman Inc (hvac contractor) · Home Services at The Home Depot (general contractor) · Maeder Enterprises - Handyman Services & Home Repair Services (handyman/handywoman/handyperson). Google lists them under plumbing as a side trade; their main trade is in brackets. We only score companies whose main category on Google is plumbing; a company can change that on its Google profile.

About the plumbers near Columbiaville

8 plumbers within 10 miles of Columbiaville, Michigan made this list, led by Michigan Heating, Cooling & Plumbing with a Referrally Score of 84, followed by Bruce M Johnson Plumbing Inc and Kilburn’s Plumbing. Together they hold 926 Google reviews, and 2 of 8 have an active Michigan plumbing contractor license on file. Columbiaville is in Lapeer County; the circle also takes in Marathon Township, Otter Lake, Otisville, Forest Township, Lapeer, Lapeer Township.

Looking for plumbing companies, plumbing contractors or drain cleaning and water heater services near Columbiaville? They are all here. A company is listed as a plumber when Google lists that as its main trade; the same formula scores every one of them, and the full Michigan coverage is one click away.

What Columbiaville homeowners say about local plumbers

Across 926 reviews, the praise clusters around friendly crew, on time / fast, would recommend. Michigan Heating, Cooling & Plumbing is recommended by name most often, in 158 reviews.

  • Friendly crew 443
  • On time / fast 317
  • Would recommend 240
  • Quality work 171
  • Explained everything 111
  • Communication 76

Questions about plumbers near Columbiaville

Who is the top-rated plumber near Columbiaville?

Michigan Heating, Cooling & Plumbing ranks first with a Referrally Score of 84 out of 100, built from 747 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars. Bruce M Johnson Plumbing Inc and Kilburn’s Plumbing round out the top three. The score weighs seven public signals, and no company can pay to move up.

How many plumbers near Columbiaville are licensed?

2 of the 8 scored plumbers match an active Michigan plumbing contractor license by name or license number. Many companies hold their license under a different legal name; those show as pending rather than unlicensed until the match is confirmed.

How are plumbers near Columbiaville ranked?

Every company gets a score out of 100 from the same seven public signals: Google rating adjusted for review count, review volume, new reviews in the last year, the rating over the last two years, Michigan license and record, how the owner responds to reviews, years in business, and review patterns. The full method is on the How we rank page. How we rank.

Which towns does this list cover?

The list takes in every plumber based within 10 miles of Columbiaville, which includes Marathon Township, Otter Lake, Otisville, Forest Township, Lapeer, Lapeer Township, Elba Township, Mayfield Township, Oregon Township, Deerfield Township. Companies based farther out are named below the list, not scored.

When was this list last updated?

This list was generated on October 27, 2026; reviews were read on October 27, 2026 and licenses checked on October 27, 2026. Every card shows its own dates.