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AJ Plumbing

๐Ÿ“ 3950 Vandalia Rd, Des Moines, IA 50317 ๐Ÿ“ž (515) 299-3049 ๐ŸŒ Website
4.0 (28 reviews)
Closed โ‹… Opens 7โ€ฏAM
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Review Summary

  • Mixed Reviews: Some customers report positive experiences with individual plumbers (Tyler, Josh, Nick, Austin, Chad, Duke), praising their professionalism, speed, and quality of work.
  • Negative Experiences: Several reviews highlight concerning business practices, including:
    • Price Gouging/Deceptive Pricing: Bait-and-switch tactics with service call fees, mandatory package deals, and unclear pricing.
    • Poor Customer Service: Unreturned calls, failure to complete contracted work (water heater disposal), and unprofessional behavior.
    • Quality Concerns: Poor workmanship leading to leaks and damage, and a lack of cleanup.
    • Allegations of Unethical Behavior: Claims of drug and alcohol use by employees, and pressure to leave positive reviews.
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4.0

(28 reviews)

5 โ˜…75%
4 โ˜…0%
3 โ˜…0%
2 โ˜…4%
1 โ˜…21%

Lindsay

My husband called to ask how much a service call was and was told $60. We scheduled them to come as he had a water leak in the ceiling. When they got there, 3 people showed up. The plumber, the person taking the money and person in training. I was then told it was $250 to do a diagnostic. Scam No. 1! A service call was suppose to be $60. I already know I have a water issue, I donโ€™t need someone to tell me that. I hired them to come and tell me what the problem is. So they take the toilet off and find the issue. Then the lady, not the plumber tells me I have 4 options to fix this. Very confused I said, โ€œ4 options?โ€ She proceeded to tell me about 4 different packages I could purchase. The platinum one being almost $1,000 and comes with a bunch of stuff I donโ€™t need. I asked her, โ€œHow much is it to just fix the problem they found?โ€ She said that would be covered in the bronze package at $450. So I was forced into buying a package and not just time and material. Scam No. 2! After the plumber (who was great) fixed the initial problem, we found out there was a secondary issue. I asked him how koch it would be to fix (The other lady had left at this point) He proceeded to tell me I had 4 options to for fixing the problem. I told him enough with the packages, I just wanted to know how much for material and his time. He said since I had already bought a package, we could switch to time and material. Scam No. 3! I have never had a service company try to sell packages and put each individual issue in a box. At that point, I was already in the $250 for diagnostics, which they covington waived when I picked a package. I had other contractors there working on a separate issue and was very frazzled. In retrospect, I should have just asked them to leave when they changed the &โ€$60 service fee to a $250 diagnostic fee. The plumber was great but their business model sucks!!! I would never recommend them and would highly encourage everyone to steer clear!!!!!

Beau Carpenter

The only reason they even get 1 start is because I have to leave a star in order to leave a review. This company is full of felons and methheads. They ask their employees to give 5 star reviews. Drugs and alcohol is consumed on site throughout the day. I've witnessed this myself while working on a rental property in altoona. Hire at your own risk.

Gerri Kimball

I called Tue am and spoke to a Woman, very professional, told our hot water heater had quit working. She gave me a price said she would try to get someone out today,. She called me back didn't think it would be until tomorrow morning. She made sure we were taking of a man Tyler came out that might and installed it He was professional and did a great job. I would recommend them. Professional, and great price.

Katie Schell

They only allow 5 stars otherwise, Iโ€™d have given them 10. Very reliable, prompt, and accommodating. Management that sees greatness in their employees and employees who provide great service to their customers ! You wonโ€™t want to do your business elsewhere.

Lucy O'brien

A very nice guy, Tyler, came out twice. A faucet replacement and hooking up gas stove. He was fast and professional! I would get him again๐Ÿ‘

Benton Tedder

I hired AJ Plumbing to replace a water heater. The plumber was on time and got everything installed without major issue. Part of the contract was to remove the old water heater and dispose of it. It has been sitting in my backyard for almost a week, which looks fantastic. I've left countless messages on both the business line and the plumbers cell phone. Now the mailbox is full. I've also been shot into voicemail after 2 rings. DO NOT HIRE!

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