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2.9 (24 reviews)

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Michael H.

AVOID CACTUS PLUMBING! Our downstairs A/C unit started to make a buzzing sound when it was turning on. It was a SATURDAY! A record hot weekend was predicted. I called an outfit named Cactus Plumbing. BIG MISTAKE! BIG EXPENSIVE MISTAKE! They asked on the phone is a $20 service call fee was "OK". I said yes. They said they would have someone at the house on Sunday. Their tech showed up and discovered a "Capacitor" was bad. He "had on in the truck" so I agreed he should replace it. When he showed us our old Capacitor and compared it to the new one, he pointed out that the new capacitor was "dented" on the top rim but he did not have another one. The house was now up to 88 degrees. He put in the new - damaged - capacitor and the A/C unit kicked on. YEA!!! He was here for about 1 hour total. Then he presented me with his phone so I could electronically sign for the repairs and new - damaged - capacitor. Without any hesitation he said I was signing for a $420 bill!!! I had NO idea what a capacitor costs and I was aware of the $20 service call fee - which he never mentioned. I was alos aware it was a Sunday service call. Based on that I signed it and just told him I thought that was rather high. He said I would receive a DETAILED invoice from his office via my email. "TOTAL $420." I emailed back and requested a DETAILED invoice for both parts and labor. NO REPLY. I emailed again. NO REPLY. I called an left a voicemail. NO CALL BACK. Finally, I got another invoice. NO BREAKDOWN on parts and labor, just a total. In the meantime, I did some research on the cost of a capacitor for my A/C unit. They run about $20!!! SO, $400 of the invoice was for about 1 hour of labor. I responded to their email and got this... "Thank you for reaching out, In regards to your inquiries of job cost, our technicians are not based on an hourly rate. I can assure you that our technicians are experienced professionals who strive to complete the needed repairs efficiently, and at a competitive rate. I know unexpected repairs can seem overwhelming, I'd be happy to have our technician go over the invoice in more detail with you. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any further questions regarding your invoice. Sincerely, Cristal Cates" I sent an email back stating... "Please have your technician explain in writing to me how he justifies over $400 in labor costs for less than an hour of his time on the job. While he is writing please have him include why he installed a damaged - it was bent - part in my A/C unit." NO REPLY.

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3 days ago

First, they missed our first TWO appointments. Then, I was charged $389 for a $30 part and 20 minutes of service. Unreal.

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1 month ago

Their intention is greed. Their practice is overcharging. They charged me $1800 for a $100 job. Stay away.

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Jesse showed up and helped with my leaking shower he was very quick and professional would definitely recommend.

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3 years ago

Great company very recommended . John was very professional will recommend to any one need plumbing or AC services .

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Crystal and Jared were wonderful. Clear communication and professional job. Very well done!

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3 years ago

Great response time, great service. Nick from the Tempe location was quick to discover the issue and resolve it.

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so glad I called these folks for help. thank you Sarah for prompt and professional scheduling. thank you for excellent service.

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