Best plumbers in Toronto
This ranks the top 15 plumbers in Toronto overall, using our methodology that scores real customer reviews for rating, volume, recency, and sentiment. Most of these companies handle the full range of plumbing work, from emergency calls to renovations, so the order below reflects across-the-board strength rather than one specialty.
Drain and sewer cleaning specialists get their own ranking on best drain & sewer cleaning. A few names below show up there too because they're strong at that work specifically, but this page orders every business on overall plumbing performance.
Picks are ranked by score and relevance to plumber, so a lower overall score can rank higher here.
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | True Service Plumbing | 95 | 5 (1220) | — | Emergency calls & full-service work |
| 2 | Advanced Plumbing & Drains | 95 | 5 (558) | — | Accurate diagnosis, no upselling |
| 3 | Drain 1 Plumbers in East York Beaches | 94 | 5 (288) | — | East York & the Beaches drain and sink calls |
| 4 | CDP Plumbing of Toronto | 94 | 5 (243) | — | Stubborn leaks other plumbers gave up on |
| 5 | DrainEx Plumbing of Toronto | 94 | 5 (375) | — | Fast, straightforward repairs |
| 6 | Strong Plumbing Inc | 94 | 5 (179) | — | Multi-year repeat customers, bigger projects |
| 7 | Crystal Plumbing Drain Services | 94 | 5 (173) | — | Bathroom & kitchen fixture work |
| 8 | Royal Plumbing Services Ltd. | 93 | 4.9 (769) | — | Condo, commercial & residential all-rounder |
| 9 | Plumbers Near Me in Toronto & GTA - Plumbing Ambulance | 92 | 5 (109) | — | Same-day emergency & camera drain work |
| 10 | Canadian Rooter – Plumber Toronto | 91 | 4.9 (135) | — | Sewer, backflow & tree-root jobs needing permits |
| 11 | Beaches Plumbing | 91 | 5 (96) | — | Leak detection & water heater installs |
| 12 | Plumber To Your Door of Toronto | 91 | 4.9 (450) | — | GTA-wide coverage with fast response |
| 13 | Runnymede Plumbing | 91 | 5 (91) | — | Waterline & hidden leak repairs |
| 14 | Downtown Toronto Plumbing | 90 | 5 (77) | — | Downtown core quick turnarounds |
| 15 | Pryde Group Corp | 90 | 5 (74) | — | Sewer lines, sump pumps & waterproofing |
1. True Service Plumbing
5 (1220 reviews)score 95/100
True Service Plumbing posts the highest composite score on this list, built on 1,220 reviews that are almost entirely five stars. Customers describe flat, upfront pricing and named technicians who explain the problem before touching anything, whether it's a Friday-night emergency or a full repipe in an older home.
- 24/7 emergency availability with same-day or next-day booking
- Flat-fee upfront pricing with no surprise charges
- Named technicians who explain the job before starting
- Long-term repeat customers across downtown condos and older houses
Google-verified1,220 Google reviews
Services: emergency plumbing, bathroom kitchen plumbing, leak detection repair, plumber
2. Advanced Plumbing & Drains
5 (558 reviews)score 95/100
Advanced Plumbing & Drains draws praise for technicians who listen first and diagnose correctly rather than pushing extra work, across 558 mostly five-star reviews. Customers repeatedly mention catching leaks other plumbers misdiagnosed, plus permit-level jobs like main drain replacement handled start to finish.
- Emergency calls answered in around 30 minutes
- Technicians explain each step in plain language
- Diagnoses complex leaks other companies got wrong
- Handles remodels, permits, and drain replacement in-house
Google-verified558 Google reviewsSince 2005
Services: emergency plumbing, bathroom kitchen plumbing, leak detection repair, plumber
3. Drain 1 Plumbers in East York Beaches
5 (288 reviews)score 94/100
Drain 1 Plumbers in East York Beaches keeps appointments on schedule and pricing reasonable across 288 reviews, with almost no deviation from five stars. Reviewers describe patient explanations before work starts and clean sites afterward, which adds up to a low-stress experience for blocked drains and sink problems.
- Same-day response for most calls
- Fair pricing with no hidden fees
- Punctual arrival and clear communication
- Clean work site when the job's done
Google-verified288 Google reviews
Services: emergency plumbing, bathroom kitchen plumbing, leak detection repair, plumber
4. CDP Plumbing of Toronto
5 (243 reviews)score 94/100
CDP Plumbing of Toronto, led by Kemar, shows up repeatedly in reviews for solving corrosion and basement leak problems that competitors couldn't crack. Across 243 reviews the pattern holds: on-time arrival, honest pricing, and clear communication on jobs ranging from water pressure issues to bathroom sink repair.
- 24/7 emergency availability
- Fixes issues other companies missed
- Transparent, honest pricing with no hidden fees
- Quick response and on-time arrival
Google-verified243 Google reviews
Services: emergency plumbing, leak detection repair, plumber, water heater services
5. DrainEx Plumbing of Toronto
5 (375 reviews)score 94/100
DrainEx Plumbing of Toronto earns a strong score mostly on speed: reviewers highlight same-day fixes and quick turnarounds across 375 reviews. The overall picture is reliable and professional, though the reviews themselves say less about exact services or pricing than other listings on this page.
- Same-day service is a recurring theme
- Fast response times
- Crew described as professional and hardworking
- Reliable general reputation across a large review base
Watch out: One review reads as staff-solicited (from an apprentice at a mall), and the review set overall says less about specific pricing than other names here.
Google-verified375 Google reviews
Services: emergency plumbing, leak detection repair, plumber, water heater services
6. Strong Plumbing Inc
5 (179 reviews)score 94/100
Strong Plumbing Inc, run by Valentin, covers everything from a leaky faucet to underground water line replacement, with 179 reviews and no recorded complaints. Customers mention booking him repeatedly over years and note he personally expedites permits rather than handing the job off.
- Valentin personally handles jobs and permit approvals
- Fair, transparent quotes with no upselling
- Has fixed problems previous contractors missed
- Thorough cleanup and care for the home during work
Google-verified179 Google reviewsover 34 years
Services: emergency plumbing, bathroom kitchen plumbing, leak detection repair, plumber
7. Crystal Plumbing Drain Services
5 (173 reviews)score 94/100
Crystal Plumbing Drain Services, led by Roman, gets consistent praise for same-day diagnostics on shower installs, toilet replacements, and sink clogs across 173 reviews. Inspection fees get waived for returning customers, and reviewers note no negative comments in the recent review set.
- Same-day diagnosis and repair
- Inspection fee waivers for repeat customers
- Strong fixture work: showers, toilets, sinks
- Polite, communicative team
Google-verified173 Google reviews
Services: emergency plumbing, bathroom kitchen plumbing, leak detection repair, plumber
8. Royal Plumbing Services Ltd.
4.9 (769 reviews)score 93/100
Royal Plumbing Services Ltd. has the largest review base on this list after the top name, with 769 reviews and technicians like Matt and Tom who fix the root cause rather than just the symptom. The team handles condo and commercial work such as boiler service and health-code compliance alongside routine home calls.
- Large, consistent track record (769 reviews)
- Diagnoses root causes, not just symptoms
- Proactively flags secondary issues before they escalate
- Handles condo, commercial, and residential jobs alike
Google-verified769 Google reviewsover 20 years
Services: emergency plumbing, gas fitting, backflow prevention, bathroom kitchen plumbing
9. Plumbers Near Me in Toronto & GTA - Plumbing Ambulance
5 (109 reviews)score 92/100
Plumbing Ambulance, run by Alex, posts a perfect review record across 109 reviews, with customers describing same-day or next-morning fixes and upfront quotes with no push for unnecessary work. Condo boards and neighbors reportedly recommend the team by name, and staff bring drain cameras for accurate diagnosis.
- Same-day or next-morning response
- Honest, upfront pricing with no upsell pressure
- Drain cameras and specialized diagnostic gear
- Repeat referrals from condo boards and neighbors
Watch out: Smaller review base (109) than the top names on this list, though the sentiment is uniformly strong.
Google-verified109 Google reviews
Services: emergency plumbing, bathroom kitchen plumbing, leak detection repair, plumber
10. Canadian Rooter – Plumber Toronto
4.9 (135 reviews)score 91/100
Canadian Rooter, led by Naz, handles the kind of jobs that need city permits, sewer pipe replacement, backflow valve work, tree-root clogs, with the same on-time, spotless-site approach reviewers describe for routine faucet swaps. Andrew and Andre get named for careful site protection and clear explanations along the way.
- Same-day response and completion is typical
- Naz personally quotes and coordinates jobs
- Transparent pricing without pressure-selling
- Takes on permit-level work like sewer replacement and backflow valves
Watch out: Average rating (4.9) and review count sit a touch below the perfect-5, higher-volume names on this list.
Google-verified135 Google reviewsOver 15 years
Services: emergency plumbing, gas fitting, bathroom kitchen plumbing, leak detection repair
11. Beaches Plumbing
5 (96 reviews)score 91/100
Beaches Plumbing stands out for equipment as much as service: reviewers mention acoustic leak detection and camera drain inspection alongside standard toilet repair and water heater installation. Technicians like Tyler get credited for finishing jobs in one visit and explaining each step, across both residential calls and commercial work like a daycare's weekend job.
- Acoustic leak detection and camera drain inspection
- Same-day emergency appointments
- Named technicians known for clear, patient explanations
- Serves both residential and commercial clients
Google-verified96 Google reviews
Services: emergency plumbing, leak detection repair, plumber, water heater services
12. Plumber To Your Door of Toronto
4.9 (450 reviews)score 91/100
Plumber To Your Door of Toronto covers a wide swath of the GTA with technicians like George and Matteo who arrive within about an hour and explain repairs in plain language. It has one of the larger review bases here at 450, spanning burst drains, water heater failures, and commercial basement flooding.
- Responds and arrives within about an hour
- Named technicians with strong repeat track records
- Explains repairs in plain, non-technical language
- Thorough cleanup after the job
Watch out: A customer flagged the $95 assessment fee as steep for a simple faucet job, worth confirming upfront.
Google-verified450 Google reviews15+ years
Services: emergency plumbing, backflow prevention, bathroom kitchen plumbing, leak detection repair
13. Runnymede Plumbing
5 (91 reviews)score 91/100
Runnymede Plumbing draws praise for precision on waterline, drain, and hidden leak jobs, with technicians like Michael testing the system thoroughly before leaving. Across 91 reviews there are no recorded complaints, and same-day completion is common even for multi-fixture jobs.
- Same-day repairs available
- Fair, consistent pricing
- Technicians explain work step-by-step
- System tested before the job is called done
Watch out: Smaller sample size (91 reviews) than the citywide leaders, though the pattern is consistently five-star.
Google-verified91 Google reviews
Services: emergency plumbing, leak detection repair, plumber, water heater services
14. Downtown Toronto Plumbing
5 (77 reviews)score 90/100
Downtown Toronto Plumbing posts an essentially perfect review record for punctual arrival and fast completion, with customers noting clear communication throughout the job. The 77-review sample is smaller than most names on this list, which is reflected in a medium-confidence score.
- Nearly all five-star reviews in the sample
- Fast response and punctual arrival
- Clear communication on the job
- Covers downtown Toronto and surrounding areas
Watch out: Medium confidence: fewer reviews (77) than most on this list, so it's worth a quick look at recent jobs before booking.
Google-verified77 Google reviews
Services: emergency plumbing, bathroom kitchen plumbing, leak detection repair, plumber
15. Pryde Group Corp
5 (74 reviews)score 90/100
Pryde Group Corp takes on bigger projects, sewer line installation, sump pump setup, basement waterproofing, alongside true 24/7 emergency response, with reviewers noting stubborn issues resolved after other plumbers failed. Work comes with warranties and clean, spotless finishes according to the review set.
- True 24/7 emergency availability with fast arrival
- Resolves drain and sewer issues other plumbers couldn't
- Transparent upfront pricing and clear explanations
- Warrantied work with clean, spotless finishes
Watch out: Smaller review count (74) than most others on this list, though the sentiment across them is uniformly positive.
Google-verified74 Google reviewsMore than 15 years of experience
Services: leak detection repair, drain sewer cleaning, emergency plumbing, plumber