Plumbing reviews in Bakersfield, California

You get what you pay for gave the company 2 jobs only to be disrespected and Threatened because of something they Broke ! How do you break a costumers Belongings AGREE TO PAY FOR IT AND THEN BACK TRACK AFTER YOU GET YOUR MONEY SHAME …. GREED NEVER WINS !

I recently called them for a major job they tackled it quickly and left everything spotless very professional team.

A1 plumbing has been a long time vendor with us here at Portfolio Property Management.
We can always count on Rick and his team to respond quickly and get the job done efficiently.
They provide great customer service and have quality work.
They even responded to after hour emergencies!!

Thank you Rick! I truly appreciate all you do for our company!

A1 Plumbing was provided to me by my Home Warranty company .
I had a toilet leak and 2 people came, they checked under the house foe leakings but at the end it was just the wax seal of the toilet. First thing they ask is if they can use my bathroom to pee, like ok, I was ok with it.
The problem is that after they left I check and there was a mess in the bathroom, also the hallway and the trash can in the bathroom was full of their trash.
Also I checked outside and they didn't closed the cover to go under the house, they left a bucket outside and the disposable jumpsuit a guy was using was just left there on the patio. Very messy people.

5-Star Review for Rick Romo and A-1 plumbing.
I can’t say enough great things about our experience with A-1! They recently completed a full repiping job on our 80-year-old family home—a complex and delicate task given the detached In-law-quarters, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the results.

They came highly recommended by a couple of friends, and now I know why. From the moment they arrived (on time, I should add!), their professionalism and knowledge were clear. This is a multi-generational, family-run local business, and it shows in the pride and passion they bring to their work. They treated our home with the utmost care and respect.

Not only was their workmanship top-notch—clean, reliable, and completed on time as promised—but their pricing was also excellent compared to other quotes we received. They gave us honest, trustworthy options without any pressure or upselling, which made us feel very comfortable throughout the process.

It’s rare to find a company that combines old-school integrity with modern expertise, but A-1 plumbing absolutely delivers. We’re so grateful for their outstanding work and will definitely be recommending them to others! I also want give a big thanks to Anytime construction for their amazing work as well!! Thanks guys!!

Had an underground water leak and spotted bubbles rising from the main house pipe.
The team assessed the repair and completed the job in a timely and professional manner.
Thank you for all you do!

I had a great experience with A1 Plumbing. They promptly answered the phone and, impressively, had a technician at my home within four hours. The techs were courteous and professional, and they quickly and accurately diagnosed the issue.

What really stood out was their preparedness — they had the necessary part in their van and completed the repair in under 20 minutes. The problem was fully resolved, and my home’s plumbing was back to normal in no time.

As for the cost, I found it to be right on point — slightly on the higher end, but still within an affordable and fair range considering the speed and quality of service.

Overall, A1 Plumbing delivered fast, efficient, and reliable service. I would confidently recommend them to others.

I am so glad was referred to A1 Plumming. These are dedicated, Professional guys who know what they’re doing. It is such a relief to deal with an honest and fair business. I absolutely recommend this company.

These guys were real pros. Top notch customer service, beyond normal expectations. They really saved my hide just in time for Christmas, and I wouldn't hesitate to use their services again in the future.

These guys were TOP NOTCH in helping me fix some long overdue issues at grandma and grandpas house! They were quick, thorough, knowledgeable, and didn’t quit until the job was perfect. Highly recommend!! Will use again!

A1 is A1, Rick and the crew did an excellent job. They were very professional and knowledgeable. Even cleaned up and didn’t leave a mess. This company came highly recommended and i see why, i would definitely recommend them to anyone. Thank you!!

My home warranty found this tech for me. On 1/22/26(thuesday) I recieved a voicemail call from Reece asking to schedule an appointment. It's almost 1pm I call back, there was not appointment we discussed. He was like im headed to you. I said we'll how long is it going to take for you to get here, I have to pick up my kid from school at 1:30pm and than head to work to be there at 2:30pm.
So he pulls up and I explain my toilet issues for both my toilets, my sinks slow draining and my kitchen sink leaking. I also mentioned that my septic was more than likely full and I only mentioned that to let him know im aware of another possible issue. But I specifically asked him to check to see why my toilets were leaking at the bottom, why one of them sound like theres running water, leaking at bottom as well. Check under the house to see if there was a leak in a pipe or a busted pipe. And possibly to see if there was a clogged in a pipe somewhere. He walked outside for a bout 5-10 minutes in addition to making a phone call. He than approached me without doing any work on my toilets and sink and said that he thought he had a tool in his truck that he needed and he'd have to come back tomorrow and that its a teo man job and he was going to bring someone with him. Than he asked me for my money, the payment, I was so cringed because for one he just walked around like he didnt know what he was doing. And two, he for damn sure didnt do anything. I didnt want to pay until something was accomplished but if I dont than home warranty takes it out my account. I asked him around what time he'd come the next day. He said he'd call. I was off work the next day. I waited all day until about 3pm and Noone called or came by. I called the number Reece had contacted me from, Vinny answered. He said that they could service me because the septic needed to be pumped and they dont do that. And the only reason Reece came to that conclusion and told Vinny what he thought was because i explained everything in a whole what was going on in the house. On their truck is says they do pump septic. And Reece said they did. But regardless they didnt even attempt to do the simplest tasks I had requested which was to see why my toilets are leaking at bottom, sink leaking, slow drainage, etc. I felt robbed of my hard earned money. We are all struggling, I understand they are trying to make thier money, too. But you have to actually work for it, especially if that is your job description. It's taken me this long to do a review or contact anyone because I tried calling that number back, Noone answers, I left a voicemail, they dont return my call. Reece had me write the check out to his boss Rick Ramos instead of the company name, so I couldn't recall the name of the company that got sent out. I had to call home warranty to find out who the sent in addition to looking on Google.
Basically at this point they need to do the repaires because not only did I pay but the warranty paid their part as well. OR SIMPLY GIVE ME A REFUND, for poor lack of service.
I was looking forward to repairs getting accomplished in my home, im a single mother of two, so we are getting very tired of living the way we've had to in these past months. And I work real hard for my money. We deserve better.

1 Star – A Costly and Frustrating Experience with A-1 Plumbing

I hired A-1 Plumbing through my home warranty to repair a leak in my kids’ bathroom, and it turned out to be one of the worst service experiences I’ve ever had.

While the warranty covered the plumbing, I paid $700 out-of-pocket to have the bathroom cabinets removed and reinstalled. I specifically asked if they’d be properly reinstalled and was assured they would be. Unfortunately, that was far from the case.

Poor Workmanship:
They left the drywall repair exposed, rough, and unfinished—no sanding, no sealing, nothing. The cabinets were reattached crooked, unlevel, and not flush to the wall. There were visible gaps, misaligned doors, and jagged edges. The entire job looked rushed and careless.

Unprofessional Behavior:
The workers used inappropriate language, made rude comments about my dogs, and even kicked bags around inside my home, making loud banging noises. I felt extremely uncomfortable and disrespected in my own space.

Lack of Accountability:
When I contacted A-1 to fix the issues, they first denied responsibility, claiming “it was already like that.” After pushing, they sent someone back—but the “repair” was even worse. A worker used a nail gun on my cabinets, leaving visible holes and even puncturing through the inside. When I confronted him, he told me to just use nail glue to fix it myself. One worker even admitted, “That was the best I could do.”

After several failed attempts, I finally reached the owner, Rick. Rick and his team left my house a mess and did not want to come back and fix my cabinet install and additional leak they made in water heater. But by then, I refused to let them back in—especially after learning that some of the offensive language I overheard actually came from the owner himself used while in my home and talking about my animals.

And now, it’s costing me a lot of money to fix their mistakes. I’m paying out of pocket to have the damage professionally repaired, and I fully intend to send A-1 Plumbing the bill. Their negligence should not fall on me financially or emotionally.

Final Thoughts:
This company left my home in worse condition than it was before. They showed no care, no accountability, and no professionalism. I absolutely cannot recommend A-1 Plumbing to anyone. If you care about your home and expect respectful, quality service—look elsewhere. I hope this review helps others avoid the same costly mistake.

I cannot say enough positive things about this company. They arrived quickly, were very clean, polite and friendly. They replaced a kitchen faucet and did an excellent job, while being respectful of my home and cleaning up after themselves. This company responded to my call promptly. Scheduled an appointment without delay, called me when they were on their way, and arrived at the time promised.

Having had previous negative experiences with other Service Companies companies, I must mention how wonderful it was to Feel Safe when they entered my home. So many other companies employ questionable looking and behaving workers, that if you saw on a street, and you were alone, you would turn and RUN! These people are so nice and respectful, it is like inviting a friend into your home. If you are a single female, you know what I mean. It was a breath of fresh air! I look forward to doing business with A-1 Plumbing in the future. 🫠

Five star service from start to finish. Here's how simple. Called number on site, Rick called me back within the hour. Told him what I needed and texted him my address and phone number, I told him no rush. The next morning Danny called me to come and talk to me. I told home what I wanted and we agreed on a price. Danny and his cousin (I forgot his name. Lol) went to home depot picked up the toilet and installed and did some other work in about two hours. Installed toilet and trash taken away and clean both bathrooms. Super fast, super clean, would recommend to anyone who needs a plumber. Totally satisfied. Thanks guys,

These guys rock!!!! Very professional, fast, intelligent, honest, and affordable! It’s un-freaking-believable that we still have small businesses in this country serving the community with great old-school customer service. Now I can sit on my throne with a smile on my face! Thanks, guys—you’re appreciated!

As soon as I reached out to Russell and his crew. They did not waste any time showing up to my door step. They were able to fix the problem in a matter of minutes. America’s Best Plumbing Customer Service in my opinion is hands down the Best in the Business.

Had a water line installed for my refrigerator, came home to a huge hole in my wall behind the fridge. They never patched it. Left drywall on the floor and water was sprayed in my kitchen. My countertops were wet and the carpet near the kitchen was wet. They used a entire paper towel roll to clean the mess in the kitchen. Went into my bathroom to find my personal bath towels were drenched in water and left in the bathtub. To top it off my bathroom sink stopped working. If could give no stars I would. I paid $1,000 just for them to send someone out again to fix the job they previously messed up.

America's Best Plumbing (a Licensed Plumber) was referred to me.
The Owner and assistant arrived very timely. We discussed the reason of concern (water leak in the attic). A "thorough" leak check was performed, no leak was found. Both Plumbers were very professional.
& I was VERY SATISFIED.
I will Gladly Recommend America's Best Plumbing.

Had a plumbing issue 2 days before Christmas and Americas best was able to come right away! And gave the best reference for a septic company. We always use America’s best! Fast and reliable.

I had America come to my aid more than once so here I thought I finally found a good plumber. I even have the magnet on my fridge to call if needed. But I needed new pipes above the house. He fixed the pipes. But with two issues he switched the water vice verse that led the outside water hot and did not connect the water line to my fridge. He did come back and fixed the water valve. But for the fridge line. I got one excuse after another. Still no water to the fridge. And I paid a huge amount now I have to get another plumber to connect the fridge line. One silly excuse I got was “ my truck shift won’t work “. This company is”No man of his Word “. All customers want is a good honest plumber.