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Plumbingforce

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Plumbingforce Reviews Summary

The company exhibits a mixed reputation, with some customers praising the professionalism and efficiency of the technicians, as well as their responsiveness and clear communication. However, significant concerns arise regarding unprofessional behavior, lack of expertise, and inadequate customer service. Many reviews highlight issues such as overcharging, poor handling of complaints, and unsafe practices, leading to feelings of frustration and mistrust among clients. Overall, while there are instances of satisfactory service, the prevalence of negative experiences suggests a pressing need for improvements in training, customer support, and operational transparency.

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value
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They say £85 ph on the phone, when they turn up and not fit the simplest of installs which shouldn't take more than an hour, they charged me £280 and its still not fitted and then it will be more money to come back and fit it. RIP OFF, DO NOT USE

Date of experience: April 7, 2020
GB
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Our boiler had been losing pressure over the weekend, I called plumbing force Monday and booked an engineer to visit the same day.

After there engineer inspected the boiler he said we needed a knew part, I believe a pressure valve. Later that same day, the boiler began to leak. This was a new problem and had not occurred prior to the visit.

The engineer came back Tuesday to fit the new part but said he'll need to order two more parts due to the new leak and will be back the following day to install all three parts.

On Wednesday, the engineer came and installed the parts. The boiler was running but shortly after he left it started to leak again. I called them back and explained the situation and they arranged for an engineer to assess.

When he visited on Thursday he even questioned the methods used by his colleague. He attempted to fix the leak and seemed as though it had worked.

Thursday night we notice more droplets of water and kept an eye on it as we weren't sure if it was a leak or water dripping from the works. It carried on through Friday but seemed to improve, then this morning (Saturday 04/04/20) my pregnant wife went downstairs to find the boiler had flooded the kitchen over night.

I contacted them first thing today, to say I wasn't happy and wanted my money back. I was told they would need to contact the manager who wasn't in and that they would log a complaint which typically takes up to seven days. They said they could send an engineer over today to try and repair the works but I could be liable to pay further charges if it's not related.

I really don't feel comfortable having another of there engineers visit, as the whole leak came following there visit. I don't see how it's not related and I really don't won't to risk them saying it's not there fault or related to the works.

For now I have paid nearly the cost of a new boiler in repairs, the boiler still isn't working and now has a new fault leaving me and my pregnant NHS working wife with no hot water, heating or money. I'm completely shocked and disgusted by the support service and simple lack of care especially in this time.

Date of experience: April 4, 2020
GB
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Visit required to examine a boiler failure. Engineer was on site within 30 minutes. Explained the problem and the action required in an easy to understand manner. The part required was available in Oldham. He immediately drove there collected and fitted the part.
Ricky was an extremely professional employee.
We would definitely use this company again and recommend to friends.

Date of experience: April 2, 2020
GB
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5 Star service
April 1, 2020

An excellent service, effective repair done, even gave me other helpful details as well about an appliance that I did not know that was was helpful and safe.

Date of experience: March 31, 2020
Washington
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Came in, just got on with things, checked multiple possibilities. Very friendly and no fussing about.

Date of experience: March 28, 2020
GB
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The plumber came and was very thorough with his assessment. Kept all parties in the loop when explaining what was wrong and sorted the issue. Excellent service

Date of experience: March 27, 2020
GB
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Bathroom leak
March 26, 2020

Chris was great. He was friendly and explained everything really well. Would definitely use again.

Date of experience: March 25, 2020
GB
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Amazing!
March 26, 2020

You were professional, friendly and did an excellent job. You were thoughtful and understanding of the individual needs of the household and I'm very grateful

Date of experience: March 25, 2020
GB
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Shocking and unbelievable experience. We contacted Plumbing Force to get our old electrical built in oven replaced by a gas one. The job was explained twice to the sales person. I confirmed that we already have a gas supply going into the property as we have a separate gas hob. I was reassured that the job can be done as they do this type of fitting often. In order to book an appointment, I had to provide details of my credit card and was advised that the payment will be taken after the job is completed. The young man arrived, spent 10 min in my kitchen and stated that the job cannot be done because I have to remove the kitchen units and I needed a joiner and the job was too complex. Minutes later after he left my property a withdrawal of £118.80 was made from my credit card for 1hrs work that actually took only 10 minutes with no work completed. SCANDALOUS RIP OFF

I took a second opinion and asked another gas engineer to assess the job. He assessed the job for free and stated that the job can easily be completed without the need for a joiner to remove units. I subsequently contacted the company and they refused me a refund as they charge for the first hour of work regardless if they work or not. If you choose this company you are at risk of losing your money and paying again to another professional company to come and do the job, Plumbingforce is just WASTE OF YOUR TIME AND MONEY! Be cleaver and read all reviews which are outside main company website.

Date of experience: March 23, 2020
GB
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Parts way above actual cost. Included in ridiculous hourly rate is brew and talk time and card details taken before work begins. My invoice arrived by e mail marked 'paid' before I even knew what I had paid. No point in contacting them after as they were quite happy to alienate refuse and contradict rather than fairly engage. Avoid this firm.

Date of experience: March 8, 2020
GB
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Emergency call out on a Friday at 1pm. Adam arrived in no time at all. He got straight to work and fixed what was a major problem. Perfect service, Great technicians and pricing was spot on.
Very different to some other companies out there. Refreshing to see a good group operating in my area.

Date of experience: March 6, 2020
GB
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Shower repair
March 8, 2020

Very good, punctual and polite service from a knowledgable engineer. Would recommend PlumbingForce and use them again.

Date of experience: March 6, 2020
GB
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Gas Safety check
March 2, 2020

Very Efficient service and very good work done. The was carried out professionally. I am happy with the work Completed.

Date of experience: March 2, 2020
GB
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Gary knows his job well and provides a 5* service. He adjusted gas pressure and dismantled my gas fire.

Date of experience: February 29, 2020
GB
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Mis diagnosed
February 27, 2020

Charged me £2500 to repair my boiler. Broke down after 3 months and they came out (I had to pay for them to attend) and told me I need a new boiler which would be £2100!

Cowboys.

Also got a quote from a local plumber and was £400 cheaper.

Avoid.

Date of experience: February 27, 2020
GB
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Hive Resolution
February 26, 2020

Very quick and efficient service when making a booking. Unfortunately that is where the level of service stops, I asked them to resolve a hive installation, they turned up an hour late and spent two hours at my property in theory completing the resolution. They in informed me I needed to purchase a completely new hive system as I had blown the existing hive unit. I did this only to find my heating still didn't work.

Since I have repeatedly had to chase for them to resolve the issue and they seem quite comfortable leaving me without heating. They have refused to attend my property without charge to complete the work I originally booked them for. Even dealing with Mark Barnes the plumbing force managing director it appears this business is flawed from the top.

I have spoken with hive directly and the have visited my property today and resolved plumbing forces work and I now have heating. Any business should be judged on when things don't quite go right and how they resolve issues, unfortunately plumbing force see more value in there hourly rate than customer service.

I am not someone who writes reviews often but I feel it is important that future customers of plumbing force know what to expect when making an efficient booking with them.

Date of experience: February 26, 2020
GB
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Same day fixed
February 27, 2020

Now I am not any good at DIY but it was a pleasure to deal with a tradesman who didnt treat me as an idiot. Problem fixed in no time at all. Really happy and we are going to have more done eventually

Date of experience: February 26, 2020
GB
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Excellent service
February 26, 2020

We have received an excellent service from Plumbingforce. The engineer came out very quickly to help us and was extremely professional

Date of experience: February 25, 2020
GB
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Avoid!
February 21, 2020

I had a macerator blocked So i booked
I had a macerator blocked So i booked appoitment and they came in time.
Engeneer looked at it without trying to unblock and said it can only be replaced without explain ing why and sent me quote for £1200.
I explained i don't need it nice because i am giving back warehouse to owner and he did not touch anything and left because i did not want to agree for that price.
Called blockbusters and had it fixed/u blocked the same Day.
I was charged £120 for service that i have not recieved!
AVOID AVOID AVOID!

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Date of experience: February 21, 2020
GB
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Quick and effective
February 17, 2020

Came round that afternoon and diagnosed the problem and suggested an effective approach to our problem.

Date of experience: February 16, 2020