We used this company in July of 2026 and they were great. We had been smelling a slight gas smell…read morein our garage for a number of months. The smell was not consistent. It only occurred when the weather was hot. Basically, only summer afternoons. We had PG&E come out repeatedly and they could not find the source. We spoke with plumbers and other heater repair companies. All of them told us that it was not our heater; that we were wrong about the inconsistency of the smell. That gas leaks are only consistent and would not happen only when it was hot. We were told that we must be wrong. We felt like we were going crazy. Until we called Bay Area Water Heaters and Dave came out (with a whole crew). He took the time to inspect our heater and said yes, this slight gas smell on hot days is something he had heard of. It was likely due to an old valve within the control panel. He walked us through our options but ultimately suggested replacing the entire heater. His team was able to do the job right then and there and at a reasonable rate. It was completed within the hour. And sure enough, no more gas smell in our garage. Dave and his team were amazing and incredibly professional. We will be using this company again.

The owner, Chris, showed a complete inability to control his emotions and yelled at me over the…read morephone during a routine customer service call. I had scheduled a service appointment and needed to cancel. I understand that cancellations impact a schedule, so I remained completely calm and polite throughout the conversation and paid their full cancellation fee immediately without hesitation or dispute. Despite complying with their policy right away, the owner became hostile. He lost his temper, raised his voice, and berated me for how much the cancellation hurt his business. A cancellation fee is meant to cover lost time--it is not a license to yell at and lecture paying customers who are speaking respectfully. Handling ordinary business interactions with this level of aggression and emotional volatility is completely unacceptable. I would strongly advise against dealing with an owner who treats customers this way.

We had Comfort Energy install our split AC system several years ago after two other installers said…read more"it can't be done". We are in a townhouse with a connected wall so it proved too big of a challenge for the others. Comfort Energy was extremely professional and we've had our AC unit for years without incident. We do have an annual maintenance plan to ensure smooth running. This time, Agustin came out and he provided excellent service. He's actually the first tech to come out and clean our compressor with a detergent! Usually they just spray water. He also noticed we were missing a pollen filter and suggested the best way to find replacements on line. After the visit he sent us photos documenting everything he worked on. I'll be requesting Agustin again for our annuals.

We worked with Comfort Energy to update the HVAC for our new house - we needed to update an old…read morefurnace and add in AC. We ended up having them install a heat pump. Everything went so smooth! They handled everything including hauling away the old furnace, the testing process for the heat pump, the permits, and scheduling the inspections. They even came out on a Saturday evening the day we moved in when there was an issue with the system and resolved it quickly. I highly recommend working with them! Special thanks to the team we worked with specifically - Maurice, Beto, Dustin, Ceasar, and Fabian!

In 30 years of living in the Bay Area, Dan of Bay Rooter and Plumbing is our favorite ! He is just…read morea wonderful man. Honest, professional, good communicator, will not leave until the job is complete, and he is meticulous and careful in his work. Always has very reasonable rates, but more than that it is rare to be able to work with someone whom you never second guess and in whose work you have complete confidence. Cannot recommend him highly enough. His scheduler and contact person is also excellent. Very organized, prompt and also communicates well. Really great company!

This is the second visit of Dan and as usual the outcome was professional and efficient. Dan as…read moreusual got the job done and all is well and flowing again. Bay Rooter is the to go plumbing company to get to job done.. Kudos to Dan. Benisons.

We had Giovani come out to our house and he was great from start to finish. He was very…read moreprofessional, showed up ready to work, and knew what he was doing. The work was done right and the quality was solid. He was easy to work with and took the time to make sure everything was taken care of. I'd happily hire EJ Home Services again and recommend them to anyone looking for someone dependable. Five stars.

I have used E.J. Home services for 20 years and up until their last service, I never had a single…read morecomplaint. Unfortunately, something has changed. I asked them to install a tankless water heater. The plumber did a fantastic job installing the water heater. Except, as a plumber, he didn't do electric work. He used an extension cord running to the back yard to plug it in, said the job was good and asked for payment. We didn't pay him because the electrical work wasn't finished, nor did we receive the permit as part of the job. The next day, I had to call them about the electrical work. It hadn't been scheduled, and the job had been marked as finished. They did send out an electrician to install the electrical outlet. The work was great. Again, the electrician asked for payment. I reminded them that the permit was still outstanding. The next day, they had my credit card number on file for a different job, and just used that number to charge for the work. But the job wasn't finished. I paid them a good amount of money, that they charged me for to get the permit for the work. For three weeks I have been trying to contact them to finish the work. In the past, you could talk to someone. Now, every time I call, I get a AI service rep that sends me to voice mail. I have left many, many voice mails, and I have never gotten a call back. I did get a call back from Hank, the AI agent, who then again sent me to a voice mail. Honestly, it pains me to say that they are not the same company they were a year ago. And now, for the first time in 20 years, I now need to find a more reliable plumber.

After getting a very high quote from a major plumbing chain, we decided to contact Water Heater…read moreMasters. We had an absolutely fantastic experience with Water Heater Masters. Alex sent our technician, Rojo, who helped install a new 40-gallon gas water heater in our indoor utility closet, and he was incredibly diligent, professional, and efficient from start to finish. Installing a tank in an inside closet can be tricky, but Rojo handled the entire job seamlessly in just 2 hours. He replaced everything with high-quality components, including: * New hot and cold water flex lines * A brand new water shut-off valve * A new gas flex line and sediment trap * Fully reworked earthquake straps (to meet California safety codes) * Properly updated T&P line and venting He also took care of the removal and disposal of our heavy 18 yr old tank, leaving the utility closet completely clean. If you want fair pricing, expert specialized service, and a technician who respects your time and home, call Water Heater Masters and ask for Rojo. Highly recommended!

We were replacing a gas water heater with a hybrid electric heat pump water heater. Generally, this…read moretype of heater costs twice as much (price and installation) as a traditional electric water heater, but costs a lot less to run (and therefore you recoup the additional cost in a few years from lower operating costs). I had a very easy experience getting an on-site quote. I received 3 quotes for this job. 2 quotes, including this one, came in around $7100. I went with a third one at around $6700 (which included an additional mixing valve) and am very happy with my decision. Overall price was not a big part of my decision, but brand of water heater was. After doing some research online, the most recommended brands are AO Smith and Rheem (GE). Both higher quotes were for Navien, which has only been making heat pump water heaters for 1 year, but I was told that it is the most reliable brand. I did not understand how this claim could be made, given how short the duration of evaluation for this product. Even the worst appliances usually work for at least a year. So I requested a quote for AO Smith or Rheem, which I did not get. I'm not sure why my brand request was not honored, but it made me question whether I should go with a company that either has communication issues or maybe some type of deal with Navien that I was not informed about. Many water heater installers are preferred installers of certain brands, which means they can get better pricing, etc. I did not want to be a guinea pig for Navien.

Quick response and fantastic work quality. Great value and excellent service…read more Waking up on Saturday morning to a broken heater is no fun, but they made it so easy

Wish we knew about Efficient Water Heaters sooner…read more We had to replace our tankless water heater on short notice and had a new Navien tankless water heater installed by another company. Unfortunately, it took 2+ mins to get hot water. The installers came back multiple times over many weeks trying to fix it -- no luck. In desperation, we called Joseph at Efficient Water Heaters who came out and quickly diagnosed the installation issue. The next day, Omar performed the work and now (finally!) our Navien operates as intended. This business is Navien certified and it shows; they definitely know what they are doing. Oh, and they're very personable & professional throughout. Just call or text them to solve your water heater needs. No need to mess around with anyone else.

​I had a leaking outdoor main water riser that needed a full 2-inch valve replacement--not an easy…read morejob. Out of the 4 plumbers I contacted on Yelp, he was the only one who took the time to discuss all the technical details with me beforehand and make sure everything was planned right. ​He came out and did an incredible, high-quality job. The new setup looks very clean and beautiful, and he even corrected the tension issues on both the 2-inch and 1-inch lines to ensure long-term reliability. His pricing was completely fair, transparent, and honest throughout the entire process. ​He is definitely going to be our first-choice plumber from now on, and I'll be recommending him to all my friends and neighbors. Highly recommended!

Giovanni was absolutely amazing! My kitchen drain stopped working and my sink was completely…read moreclogged. What I thought would be a small, quick fix ended up turning into a much bigger project, but Giovanni was incredibly patient, thorough, and committed to getting the job done right. He took his time, never made me feel rushed, and genuinely cared about finding a solution. On top of being extremely knowledgeable and honest, he's also hilarious, he had me laughing throughout the whole process! I highly recommend Giovanni to anyone who needs plumbing work. It's hard to find someone who is honest, reliable, patient, and genuinely takes pride in their work. If you have any plumbing issues, call Giovanni, you won't regret it!

I contacted them about my water heater issue, and their response was incredibly fast. Communication…read morewas smooth from the start, and they provided a very reasonable quote. Technicians Obalit and Michael arrived right on time and were extremely professional. They quickly diagnosed a broken chamber sensor and replaced it efficiently. They also cleaned up the work area completely afterward, making the entire repair stress-free. Highly recommended!

I just had Obalit install a MOEN FLO Whole House Water Leak Detection System with Automatic…read moreShut-off at my house. I am a Farmers Insurance agent and I've worked with plenty of clients who needed this device put in, and I've met some of the plumbers they've used. None of them impressed me the way Obalit did. He showed up on time today and finished the whole job in under two hours, less than the timeframe he'd estimated, and that's with a lot of extra unplanned work because my plumbing system is older and needed attention. The finished job is super professional and looks great. His handyman assistant, Michael, even took care of some extra work I needed done, which was a lifesaver. For all the extra plumbing and handyman work that came up beyond the original plan, his pricing was extremely reasonable. He's fast, he's excellent at what he does, and he's incredibly easy to talk to and work with. If you need anything plumbing-related ... plumbing, drain cleaning, gas, or sewer, he's your man. I highly recommend him.

Highly recommended for anyone that needs HVAC services. My experience from start to finish was…read moreexcellent. I wish I had written down the name of the operator who scheduled my appointment but she was polite, professional, and courteous. She went above and beyond to find an appointment that worked with my schedule. She called back as promised and I was never left hanging or waiting for information. 5 stars for the operator, thank you! My technician was Victor who arrived during the scheduled time window. He was very knowledgable about the HVAC systems used for the homes in my neighborhood. He was able to quickly confirm the issue, diagnose the problem, and find a solution. He then performed a series of tests to confirm the issue had been solved. During each step of the process he explained what was happening in a way that was easy to understand. I now have a much better idea of what my system is doing and how it operates. 5 stars for Victor and I'm grateful for his service.

Our old HVAC system was over 20 years old, so it was definitely time for a replacement. I had…read morealready gathered multiple bids and knew exactly which unit I wanted by the time I contacted Upgrade Home Services. Victor responded quickly through Yelp and followed up with a confident bid via email after I sent him photos of my air handler and condenser. I was impressed by how prompt and competitive his pricing was, especially without needing an onsite visit. I was skeptical so I did end up scheduling an in person visit just to make sure the price was still valid. Sure enough, Victor confirmed the job was straightforward, and his original quote stood firm. No hidden costs, no surprises, just exactly what he promised. I was super impressed and the price he gave me was fair & competitive compared to some of the other quotes I got. Ironically, our AC gave out right as we were shopping for bids, so the timing couldn't have been better. We signed the estimate with UHS and had to wait for them to complete their onboarding as an approved vendor for the SJ EcoHome Payment Plan program. Fortunately, they were already in the final stages, so all we needed was Victor's green light to move forward with the application. UHS came and tackled our HVAC replacement job in one day. We also tacked on duct cleaning and installed an ozone free air scrubber. We couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. Working with UHS gave us peace of mind, knowing they're fully licensed and highly recommended on Yelp & Google, and that we could maximize all the San Jose heat pump incentives. Gina at the office was also super great to work with, super responsive and quick to pick up the phone. Every person we interacted with at UHS had a professional, friendly demeanor, and unlike some other vendors, there was never a pushy sales pitch or that uncomfortable feeling of someone overstaying and talking my ear off trying to sell me their service during the estimate visit. Overall, you can't go wrong with Upgrade Home Services, definitely consider getting a bid from them if you're in the market for a new HVAC system. PSA, the heat pump incentives really sweeten the deal!

We just had a water Heater replacement. This is the second time we've used this company…read more Just like the first time they are professionals. Courteous, on time and knowledgeable. We highly recommend.

Dear Payless Water Heater and Plumbing Team,…read more I am writing to share my appreciation for the excellent service I received from your company yesterday. We were preparing to leave for vacation when our water heater burner failed for the second time in five years. After previously having a very unpleasant experience dealing with warranty work through a big-box retailer, I decided to call Payless. I am so glad I did. The entire experience was pleasant from the initial phone call all the way to the completion of the job. Because I have roommates and needed the issue resolved immediately for peace of mind, we decided to purchase a new unit through you. Our service technician, Eduardo, was fantastic. He was incredibly patient and knowledgeable, and we were very happy to have him handling our installation. I will happily refer Payless Water Heater and Plumbing to anyone in need of your services. Thank you again for the quick and professional help.