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

Scored out of 100 by our ranking algorithm from 1,113 Google reviews and state license records. Updated October 27, 2026.

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6 plumbers near Lowell, ranked by Referrally Score · 33% license-verified

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Canfield Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical

Lowell · 0.3 mi from Lowell

88OF 100
Excellent
Referrally Plumber of the Year 2026Most Recommended 2026Most Responsive 2026Fastest Growing 2026
  • 4.9 · 2,709 Google reviews
  • Michigan license not confirmed yet
  • On Google since 2026
  • 700 new reviews in the last 12 months · replies to 98%
  • 2 reviews mention Lowell

“The tech Michael from Canfield, arrived on time, was very professional, and took the fear out of this repair.” — Pat MacDonald

Friendly crew 237On time / fast 163Quality work 12922 critical
Call (616) 207-4585Website
See why Canfield Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical is #1
What customers say
Friendly crew 237On time / fast 163Quality work 129Explained everything 105Would recommend 94Communication 46No pressure 25Fixtures 25

“The tech Michael from Canfield, arrived on time, was very professional, and took the fear out of this repair.”

Pat MacDonald, August 3, 2026
Anything to know
  • 22 critical reviews out of 2,709, mentioning price / billing, no-show / delays, still leaking / clogged. The owner replied to 91% of them.
Recent activity

700 new reviews in the last 12 months. Replies to 98% of reviews, usually within 11 days.

How the score adds up
  • Reputation32.6 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 performance9 of 10

    Rating over the last two years.

  • Credentials & recordpending

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

  • Responsiveness5.9 of 8

    Whether the owner replies to reviews, especially critical ones.

  • Longevity0.2 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.
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Sheely Plumbing Inc.

Alto · 9.7 mi from Lowell

78OF 100
Very good
  • 5.0 · 111 Google reviews
  • Michigan license not confirmed yet
  • On Google since 2020
  • 89 new reviews in the last 12 months · replies to 96%

“I’ve called them to handle several jobs now and each time they have been friendly, thorough, and professional.” — Jennifer Stumpo

Friendly crew 54Would recommend 50On time / fast 451 critical
Call (616) 868-2212Website
See why Sheely Plumbing Inc. is #2
What customers say
Friendly crew 54Would recommend 50On time / fast 45Fair price 27Quality work 24No pressure 17Explained everything 15Water heater 15

“I’ve called them to handle several jobs now and each time they have been friendly, thorough, and professional.”

Jennifer Stumpo, May 28, 2026
Anything to know
  • 1 critical review out of 111, mentioning no-show / delays, price / billing, rude / unprofessional. The owner replied to 100% of them.
  • 31% of reviews come from single-review accounts vs 16% typical for area roofers.
  • 30 of 111 reviews landed in one 7-day window.
Recent activity

89 new reviews in the last 12 months. Replies to 96% of reviews, usually within 30 days.

How the score adds up
  • Reputation33.8 of 35

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

  • Review volume7.1 of 12

    How many reviews, compared with other companies nearby.

  • Momentum5.5 of 8

    New reviews in the last 12 months.

  • Recent performance9.8 of 10

    Rating over the last two years.

  • Credentials & recordpending

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

  • Responsiveness5.8 of 8

    Whether the owner replies to reviews, especially critical ones.

  • Longevity2.2 of 5

    Years in business.

  • Review patterns2 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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MAG Plumbing Service

Alto · 8.8 mi from Lowell

73OF 100
Good

“I’ve recommended him to several neighbors and they’ve all been happy with the work!” — Ryan Secor

Would recommend 13On time / fast 11Fair price 11
Call (616) 868-0087Website
See why MAG Plumbing Service is #3
What customers say
Would recommend 13On time / fast 11Fair price 11Friendly crew 9No pressure 8Fixtures 7Quality work 5Drain cleared 3

“I’ve recommended him to several neighbors and they’ve all been happy with the work!”

Ryan Secor, August 31, 2026
Anything to know

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

Recent activity

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

How the score adds up
  • Reputation32.2 of 35

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

  • Review volume5.4 of 12

    How many reviews, compared with other companies nearby.

  • Momentum1.7 of 8

    New reviews in the last 12 months.

  • Recent performance8.7 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.

  • Longevity5 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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Affordable Plumbing Inc

Belding · 9.6 mi from Lowell

68OF 100
Good
  • 4.5 · 228 Google reviews
  • Michigan license not confirmed yet
  • On Google since 2016
  • 31 new reviews in the last 12 months · replies to 68%

“We were able to get a next day appointment which was great, because our kitchen sink was so leaky it was unusable.” — Reggie P

On time / fast 72Friendly crew 66Fair price 4529 critical
Call (616) 647-2790Website
See why Affordable Plumbing Inc is #4
What customers say
On time / fast 72Friendly crew 66Fair price 45Would recommend 43Fixtures 24Quality work 22Leak fixed 20Drain cleared 15

“We were able to get a next day appointment which was great, because our kitchen sink was so leaky it was unusable.”

Reggie P, October 10, 2020
Anything to know
  • 29 critical reviews out of 228, mentioning no-show / delays, still leaking / clogged, price / billing. The owner replied to 69% of them.
Recent activity

31 new reviews in the last 12 months. Replies to 68% of reviews, usually within 1084 days.

How the score adds up
  • Reputation23.6 of 35

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

  • Review volume8.2 of 12

    How many reviews, compared with other companies nearby.

  • Momentum4.2 of 8

    New reviews in the last 12 months.

  • Recent performance8.1 of 10

    Rating over the last two years.

  • Credentials & recordpending

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

  • Responsiveness3.4 of 8

    Whether the owner replies to reviews, especially critical ones.

  • Longevity3.5 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
5

Anything Plumbing Anytime

Saranac · 9 mi from Lowell

66OF 100
Good
Longest Standing 2026

“Anything Plumbing is very quick, responsive, knowledgeable, and there for all of your plumbing needs.” — Matt S

On time / fast 14Would recommend 13Friendly crew 94 critical
Call (616) 633-8013
See why Anything Plumbing Anytime is #5
What customers say
On time / fast 14Would recommend 13Friendly crew 9Fair price 8Communication 5Quality work 4Emergency / after hours 4Drain cleared 3

“Anything Plumbing is very quick, responsive, knowledgeable, and there for all of your plumbing needs.”

Matt S, December 2, 2025
Anything to know
  • 4 critical reviews out of 31, mentioning no-show / delays, price / billing, rude / unprofessional. The owner replied to 0% of them.
Recent activity

7 new reviews in the last 12 months. Replies to 13% of reviews, usually within 220 days.

How the score adds up
  • Reputation24.9 of 35

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

  • Review volume5.2 of 12

    How many reviews, compared with other companies nearby.

  • Momentum2.5 of 8

    New reviews in the last 12 months.

  • Recent performance8.4 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.

  • Responsiveness0.5 of 8

    Whether the owner replies to reviews, especially critical ones.

  • Longevity5 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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A Plumber 4 U

Serves the area · 9.7 mi from Lowell

49OF 100
Fair
  • 4.1 · 7 Google reviews
  • Michigan license not confirmed yet
  • On Google since 2019
  • 0 new reviews in the last 12 months · replies to 0%

“I so appreciate his professionalism and responsiveness.” — Tabitha Cooper

Friendly crew 3Leak fixed 2On time / fast 12 critical
Call (574) 549-3852
See why A Plumber 4 U is #6
What customers say
Friendly crew 3Leak fixed 2On time / fast 1Fair price 1Communication 1

“I so appreciate his professionalism and responsiveness.”

Tabitha Cooper, October 30, 2022
Anything to know
  • 2 critical reviews out of 7, mentioning poor communication, rude / unprofessional. The owner replied to 0% of them.
Recent activity

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

How the score adds up
  • Reputation23.8 of 35

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

  • Review volume3 of 12

    How many reviews, compared with other companies nearby.

  • Momentum0 of 8

    New reviews in the last 12 months.

  • Recent performance5.6 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.

  • Longevity2.6 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 (2): Carrier Plumbing · Van Strien Heating & Plumbing. Fewer than 5 reviews each.

Named, not scored (2): One Stop Water Shop (water softening equipment supplier) · Honey-Do Property Management (landscaper). 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 Lowell

6 plumbers within 10 miles of Lowell, Michigan made this list, led by Canfield Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical with a Referrally Score of 88, followed by Sheely Plumbing Inc. and MAG Plumbing Service. Together they hold 1,113 Google reviews, and 2 of 6 have an active Michigan plumbing contractor license on file. Lowell is in Kent County; the circle also takes in Lowell Township, Lowell Charter Township, Vergennes Township, Bowne Township, Alto, Grattan Township.

Looking for plumbing companies, plumbing contractors or drain cleaning and water heater services near Lowell? 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 Lowell homeowners say about local plumbers

Across 1,113 reviews, the praise clusters around friendly crew, on time / fast, would recommend. Canfield Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical is recommended by name most often, in 94 reviews.

  • Friendly crew 378
  • On time / fast 306
  • Would recommend 213
  • Quality work 184
  • Explained everything 120
  • Fair price 92

Questions about plumbers near Lowell

Who is the top-rated plumber near Lowell?

Canfield Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical ranks first with a Referrally Score of 88 out of 100, built from 2,709 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars. Sheely Plumbing Inc. and MAG Plumbing Service round out the top three. The score weighs seven public signals, and no company can pay to move up.

How many plumbers near Lowell are licensed?

2 of the 6 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 Lowell 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 Lowell, which includes Lowell Township, Lowell Charter Township, Vergennes Township, Bowne Township, Alto, Grattan Township, Ada, Ada Township, Cascade, Cascade 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.