We've had a family home here in the Desert for over 40 years and this is the most amazing plumber we have ever encountered. He is honest, ethical and honestly doesn't charge enough. He is a true professional in every sense of the word and I cannot recommend him high enough. read more

We used Thistle plumbing over 10 years ago and came back for help with our water heater this time. You get what you pay for. I got a couple quotes, Thistle came in slightly higher but when you're dealing with your home you want the comfort in knowing you're getting great service and quality. I don't trust a lot of vendors but I TRUST Thistle. They were able to come the same day too! Frank was professional and took care of our home covering the floors to ensure he didn't get anything dirty from his work. He even went a step further cleaning the area around our water heater. After installation he went over best practices and warranties. read more

My water heater died last week and today Frank was able to install a new water heater with no problem. Thankful for their service and have used Brian and Frank for many years. read more

Punctual, knowledge and fair priced. A locally.owned business that I would highly recommend.

I've continued to rely on Thistle Plumbing over the years for all kinds of jobs from replacing the entire sewer line to installing a sump pump to resealing a toilet. Every, single time, I've been so pleased with both the service, cost, and communications. I'm glad every time Frank comes by because he is so good and quick at diagnosing the problem and explaining it to me along with what he will do to fix it. Anytime a friend asks for a referral, I do not hesitate to recommend Thistle. Also, my dogs LOVE Frank, which is the ultimate sign of approval! :) read more

We have used Thistle for years. Reliable, friendly and affordable. Brian has been terrific. When you put together a contact list of go to guys be sure to include him! read more

Excellent service from Thistle Plumbing! Fast and efficient, would highly recommend! I had a leaky hose spigot, I called Thistle Plumbing. They were able to come out and do the job on a Saturday! Reasonably priced and beautiful work! read more

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Our project was to replace our ancient iron plumbing with Pex/copper. The problem being that we are on a slab foundation and our attic space is very limited. I had a couple of good prospects to do the job but I gave it one more shot and eventually called Thistle Plumbing. Frank came that same day and I could tell we were working with a professional plumber with years of experience. We walked through the project and he identified some issues we might have during the project, but nothing that couldn't be resolved. We were then contacted by Brian, the owner, with a reasonable estimate. Frank and Juan came out the next week and spent 4 days on the project (even Brian came by to pitch in for a day). They were respectful and neat, always cleaning up for them selves. Frank also identified a few issues we had previous plumbing issues and worked to resolve them. The project has been completed for over a month without any issues, but if anything develops I know Thistle Plumbing will be there to take care of it. It's always a great feeling when you hire a service company that has all the qualities you want, attentiveness, professionalism, all without taking short cuts. Thistle Plumbing are my plumbers from here out. Thank you, Brian and Frank! read more

Called and was lucky to get same day service. Frank came out knew what was wrong and did a great job replacing my sump pump. He made sure it was working correctly before he left. I will be calling Thistle Plumbing again when I have a plumbing problem. read more

10 Stars because Brian is awesome. He came and immediately knew what to do. He did not mess around. The bathtub was fixed in no time without fuss. Is this Plummer real? Yes he is. I will never call anybody else. If you need any plumming fixed, call Thisle Plumming. A senior's best friend. read more

Thistle plumbing has a five star review from every customer it ever served for a reason Fabulous, way over the top, excellent customer service. Was out enjoying myself in Joshua Tree when I got a frantic call from the HOA. My water heater had ruptured, and needed immediate repair. Calling around to other plumbers, during this holiday season, had extended, weeks out, wait times. I got lucky. Brian had an open space the next day. He was more than prompt, a few minutes early, and immediately started working to fix the problem. Where my hot water heater is, a very tight space, requiring a lot of extra work. He did not complain at all about the extra work that ended up being done. Both he and his assistant were friendly, professional, with big smiles, and educated me on issues found, (like pipes that were about to fail, deeply corroded...yikes!), which he then replaced , throughout the repair. Even better... He came in below his estimate. I cannot recommend his services any higher. I would give them 10 stars if I could read more

Brian was very responsive and communicative as advertised. He was willing to consult over text as much as he could. It's refreshing that he will post his prices online. Seems like one of the few good guys around. Thanks Brian. read more

Brian immediately called me back showed up exactly on time was super respectful and got the 2 jobs done in less than an hour ! So highly recommend! Hard to find people like this ! Cathy read more

Brian was easy to reach, showed up as scheduled and the work was performed flawlessly. I'll use his company again. Highly recommended, read more

Highly recommend Brian at Thistle Plumbing. We needed a plumber to fix my uncles sink and he came out almost immediately after we called. He fixed the problem easily! Thanks Brian!! Very grateful for you. read more

Very helpful, kind, and professional. Worked quickly, explained things and fixed a problem we didn't know was possible to fix. Will definitely use again! read more

Brian was very responsive and came out within a half hour as there was running water in the shower that was unable to be shut off....while he was there he checked on a leak under the kitchen sink. He is very professional and reasonably priced. I highly recommend him!! read more

I totally happened to find this company so randomly and I am so lucky I did. I could say so many great things but then you might assume it couldn't possible be true. Brian is reliable, punctual, communicative and you can trust he is doing the job right. I trust him implicitly. read more

This was the fifth plumber I called in a series of very bad experiences. He took a look at the previous plumbers' work and made a few adjustments, as I had no confidence in their (previous plumbers') work. Then installed a toilet for a very reasonable sum. Would definitely use them again and I've recommended this company to a friend that lives in Palm Desert where they have another location. read more

Thistle is fantastic. They are very practical about helping you solve problems. The best is that they can have someone out in a matter of hours. I'm so grateful! I've used them for four jobs and and can't imagine calling anyone else. read more

I am SO HAPPY to find Brian from Thistle Plumbing. A great guy for all my plumbing needs. Professional, honest, on time, and fairly priced. Brian is a true gentleman with pride in his work. Highly recommended!! read more

Brian is the best. I called to make an appointment for an odor in my drain. He explained how to take care of it myself. How refreshing that he helped me over the phone. He made the comment that over the years there will be more opportunities to pay him for work and I will. He will be the first call I make in the future. Thanks Brian! read more

Brian serviced both our tank and tankless water heaters today. He was quick, efficient, and professional. I plan to use Thistle Plumbing again for my future plumbing needs. read more

Great service! Fair pricing. Showed up and fixed a mess that Best Buy installation contractors did to our dishwasher. Highly recommend.

Excellent Service I contacted Thistle since my tankless water heater was ancient and likely ready to pass away any day. The Thistle team did an excellent job and provided great advice regarding which unit to install and all the required upgrades. The joy of instant hot water cannot be denied. Even the showers both have hot water instantly. I am impressed. Five Stars for sure! read more

great work - on time - clear communication I highly recommend this service and will use them again read more

I purchased a new faucet and called to schedule an appointment for the very next day. Brian was punctual, professional and great at his job! Can't wish for any more than that and I will definitely be using Thistle Plumbing for every plumbing job that come up. It's rare that you find someone you trust 100% to do a great job, I'm so glad I decided to go with Brian. read more

Easiest in & out w a tradesman ever. Efficiency is a wonderful trait in a small business. After 15 years, I have found my go-to plumber.

I had such a good experience with Brian. Super knowledgeable and he was there to fix a couple of sinks that the handles were broken or installed incorrectly and also we had a recirculating pump that was making a thumping sound through the pipes all night long that was making me crazy. He came really listened to us and figured out the issues. I really got the feeling he knows his stuff .!!!! He even figured out what was wrong with our water heater. It made that I'm going to blow up sound that makes you jump back when we adjusted the temp . Anyway I'm a fan and when the next thing happens , I'm going to call them. read more

Brian had a long day of service calls since 5am. Yet he added us to the list before hanging up his wrench for the day. He put a new flapper in the crapper and was in and out in no time. Thx for your help Thistle!! read more

Work performed was professionally done and communication with plumber was easy. Price was reasonable too and performed quickly. Definitely would use again! read more

Brian was a life saver. He came to my house right away to troubleshoot a plumbing problem caused by another plumber working for a large plumbing company who left the job completely unfinished and with no running water. Brian was able to identify the issue and fixed it. I had been without water for 2 days, and within 2 hours everything was fixed.I highly recommend Brian. read more

I was so thankful for their help on a weekend and nobody had openings available or show up. Arrived 8 am on a Sunday and the job was a broken tub hot water pipe. Very professional and knew what he was doing,also didn't take his time or milk the clock,this guy is legit and left a clean space. Thank you again read more

Brian and Frank from Thistle Plumbing did a fantastic job fixing the venting system for our new tankless water heater unit (after an improper installation by the original contractor --an extremely dangerous predicament to be in). I was wary about the price as re-dos are often cost-prohibitive. Brian responded quickly, assessed the job and it was completed immediately after new parts were delivered. What a relief to find local and reputable professionals you can depend on. Thistle Plumbing is 100% recommended! Additional Plus: Last summer while banking at Wells Fargo on Fair Oaks, there was a pitbull nervously pacing by the side entrance. Many of us gathered around the ATM machines were worried that she may have been abandoned. Brian looked at the ID tag and volunteered to take the dog to the address listed. Turns out she was lost and was returned to her owner. read more

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Frank is a professional, friendly, and reliable plumber who loves his job. He walked in, masked, and we threw everything and the kitchen sink at him. We had most of the parts prepped and just had to to pickup a few small things and he supplied the rest. He installed a kitchen sink and faucet, a tankless water filtration system, an ice maker line, a pressure regulator and a smart water shut-off in two visits within a week. We highly recommend his services and will be using him in the future. Thanks Frank (and Brian)! read more

Brian is a true professional! We had a rental unit with a shower issue. Brian called me back quickly and scheduled a quick appointment that worked with our tenant. He showed up on time and quickly fix the issue. Our tenants were impressed! Brian is now my go to for any plumbing issue. Highly recommend!! read more

Thistle Plumbing pinpointed a leak between floors of this 1970s apartment building and replaced the cracked drainage pipe when other plumbers wouldn't touch the job. Just as impressive was Frankie's attitude, expertise and meticulousness. I cannot speak to price as I am not the owner (all plumbers are cher), but given the multitude of contractors/handymen/plumbers who surveyed the issue of water coming through the garage ceiling, I'm going to say it was worth it. Thank you Brian. I'll be contacting you when the next challenge arises. read more

If I could give Brian at Thistle Plumbing ten stars I would. He is honest, reasonable and is technically skilled. He went above and beyond the normal service when he replaced my water heater. If you are looking for a plumber who will do a good job with quality products at a reasonable price Brian Is the man to call. read more

My experience with Brian and Frank was fantastic. I had them out twice within 2 weeks and both times they were communicative, fair, and effective. Very pleased to have given these guys my business. Highly recommend. read more

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Brian at Thistle has always done a great job for us! He is prompt, gets to us quickly if it's an emergency, and always suggests ways we can avoid plumbing issues. And, he is a pleasure to work with, and offers very reasonable rates. read more