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5 Best Plumbers in Bakersfield (2026)

Ranked by real Google ratings and review volume · How we chose

Brad Smith
By Brad Smith, Home Services Expert · ✓ Updated · 8 min read

We compared 20 plumbers in Bakersfield on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

When water is working its way through a ceiling in Bakersfield, the plumbers you can actually reach matter more than the ones with the slickest site. Can Do Crew leads on proof of volume with 2,954 Google reviews at 4.8, Roto-Rooter's local office sits at 4.6 across 1,556, and Forward Bound Plumbing and Hometown Plumbing both hold 4.9. The real choice is between a large shop that also does heating and cooling and a smaller one that only does pipes.

Short answer: Can Do Crew Plumbing Heating & AC ranks first, with a 4.8 rating across 2,954 Google reviews and plumbing, heating and cooling under one roof. Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (4.6, 1,556 reviews) is the drain and water-cleanup option, and Forward Bound Plumbing (4.9, 809 reviews) carries the higher star rating on a smaller review base. Job prices vary too much to quote a single figure, so ask each company for a written estimate.
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Bakersfield plumbers, side by side

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Can Do Crew Plumbing Heating & AC 4.8 ★ 2,954 Plumbing plus heating and cooling View ›
2 Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup 4.6 ★ 1,556 Drains and water cleanup View ›
3 Forward Bound Plumbing 4.9 ★ 809 Water heaters and after-hours drains View ›
4 Hometown Plumbing Sewer & Drain Inc. 4.9 ★ 692 Repiping, sewer and septic work View ›
5 Bakersfield Plumbing Company 4.8 ★ 492 Camera inspection and hydro-jetting View ›
5 Best Plumbers in Bakersfield (2026)

The plumbers worth a call, reviewed

Can Do Crew Plumbing Heating & AC logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Can Do Crew Plumbing Heating & AC

4.82,954 Google reviews

Can Do Crew Plumbing Heating & AC works out of Armour Avenue in Bakersfield and covers plumbing, drain cleaning, water purification, heating, air conditioning and indoor air quality. Its website says the company has served the area for more than 25 years and lists 24/7 availability and upfront pricing as selling points. Google also tags it for gas installation, hot water systems and furnace repair, so it handles more than pipes.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe same-day arrival after a morning call
  • Technicians explain the problem and walk through photos or findings
  • Clean-up after the work gets a mention in reviews
  • One company can cover a plumbing leak and an AC service call

Worth knowing

  • One recent reviewer disputed how a main-line dig was scoped and billed, and the company replied, so confirm scope in writing for excavation work
Reputation scorecardrank in Bakersfield
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume2,954 · 98th
Confidencevery high
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown93% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: It ranks first on sheer volume of customer feedback, and the 4.8 holds at that size. A good default if your problem might be plumbing or HVAC and you want one number to call.

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4204 Armour Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.61,556 Google reviews

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup is the Bakersfield location of the national drain-and-plumbing brand, on State Road. Its local page lists drain cleaning, water heater repair, garbage disposal replacement, faucet repair, emergency water removal and mold remediation, and says service runs 24/7. The site also notes this location is operated as an independent contractor and that services, pricing and guarantees can vary by location. Google adds excavating, septic and water damage restoration to its categories.

What people praise

  • Reviewers praise technicians who explain options and let the customer choose
  • Moisture testing and documented findings come up for a water-concern visit
  • Toilet and drain-cleaning jobs described as clean and punctual
  • A repeat customer called the company back for a second problem within weeks

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer said prices may run higher than some competitors, though they felt the transparency justified it
Reputation scorecardrank in Bakersfield
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume1,556 · 93rd
Confidencevery high
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown85% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Its 4.6 is the lowest rating among these plumbers, but the review volume is deep and the water-damage side is a real differentiator. Worth a call when a leak has already made a mess.

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5801 State Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93308

Forward Bound Plumbing logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Forward Bound Plumbing

4.9809 Google reviews

Forward Bound Plumbing is a Bakersfield plumber on Woodmere Drive, listed on Google simply as a plumber. Its reviews describe water heater estimates, toilet repairs, drain clearing and leak detection, plus an after-hours call-out to a rental property. Online booking is available through its Google listing.

What people praise

  • A customer needing a tankless water heater replacement praised an on-time arrival and a thorough attic inspection
  • After-hours drain call answered within about half an hour, according to one landlord
  • Office staff and technicians both get named for courtesy
  • Reviewers say the team keeps them informed during the job

Worth knowing

  • No website text came through for this company, so check services and service area directly when you call
Reputation scorecardrank in Bakersfield
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume809 · 88th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown94% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 4.9 across 809 reviews is a better star rating than the two names above it, but the ranking leans on review volume, which is why it sits third. A strong pick for water heaters and rental-property emergencies.

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5300 Woodmere Dr #101, Bakersfield, CA 93313

Hometown Plumbing Sewer & Drain Inc. logo
#4🕑 Open 7 days

Hometown Plumbing Sewer & Drain Inc.

4.9692 Google reviews

Hometown Plumbing Sewer & Drain Inc. is a locally owned Bakersfield company on East Norris Road. Its website says it has served the area since 2003 and lists repiping, water heaters, gas leaks, sewer line repair and replacement, sewer inspection, drain cleaning, tankless installation and septic services. It serves commercial, residential and industrial customers and says it can respond to emergencies within two hours.

What people praise

  • Reviewers mention same-day water heater replacement and fair pricing
  • A customer who needed an after-hours drain snaking later booked a full repipe
  • Technicians explain next steps for larger repairs
  • Automatic shutoff valve installs described as thorough and well communicated

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer who otherwise liked the work noted a landscaping detail was not restored after a sewer repair
Reputation scorecardrank in Bakersfield
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume692 · 83rd
Confidencevery high
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Its 4.9 on 692 reviews makes it a standout for bigger pipe and sewer projects. It sits where it does because the names above it have more feedback behind them.

Website+1661-837-4569 Directions

160 E Norris Rd Ste C, Bakersfield, CA 93308

Bakersfield Plumbing Company logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Bakersfield Plumbing Company

4.8492 Google reviews

Bakersfield Plumbing Company operates from District Boulevard and says on its website that it has served the area since 1910. Its service list includes sewer and drain cleaning, color video line inspection, hydro jetting, leak detection, re-piping, gas lines, water heater repair, trenchless services and backflow work. The company also offers bath and kitchen plumbing, garbage disposals and toilet installs.

What people praise

  • A stopped drain was cleared with a camera and hydro-jetting within about an hour of arrival, one reviewer says
  • A homeowner with an emergency under the house got a quote quickly and photos of the finished work
  • Technicians explain the problem before starting
  • Several reviewers describe themselves as repeat customers

Worth knowing

  • Smaller review base than the larger shops on this page
Reputation scorecardrank in Bakersfield
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume492 · 78th
Confidencehigh
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown92% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A well-rated option for diagnostics, with a 4.8 over 492 reviews and a service list built around drains and sewers. Ask what the camera inspection fee covers before booking.

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4625 District Blvd, Bakersfield, CA 93313

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What the scorecards measure

Each number comes from public Google data on the verified date, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated the company, compared with other Bakersfield plumbers. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.8 from thousands of people counts for more than a 5.0 from a handful. Recency shows how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

What drives plumbing prices in Bakersfield (2026)

We don’t have a trustworthy local price table for this page, so we aren’t printing one. What moves a plumbing bill is fairly consistent: whether the job is a quick repair or a replacement, how hard the pipe is to reach, whether you need a camera or hydro-jetting, and whether the call falls after hours. Reviewers on this page describe prices ranging widely from small repairs to full repipes, so the only number that matters is the written estimate for your job.

Reaching a plumber near you in Bakersfield

These companies list offices on Armour Avenue, State Road, Woodmere Drive, East Norris Road and District Boulevard, all inside Bakersfield. Searching for a plumber near me works best if you give dispatch your cross streets and ask about the arrival window. Owner replies on Google for Bakersfield Plumbing Company also mention serving Kern County, so ask any company about your exact address before booking.

Questions to settle before a plumber starts work

  • Is your California contractor license current, and can you give me the number?
  • Is the quote flat-rate or hourly, and what does the diagnostic or service-call fee cover?
  • Will you put the estimate in writing before work starts, including any digging or excavation?
  • Is there an after-hours or weekend surcharge?
  • Is there a warranty on parts and labor?

Frequently asked questions

Do Bakersfield plumbers offer emergency service?

Can Do Crew, Roto-Rooter and Hometown each say on their own sites that they offer 24/7 or emergency service, and a Forward Bound customer describes an after-hours drain call. Confirm availability and any after-hours fee when you phone.

How much does a plumber cost in Bakersfield?

It depends on the job. A drain clearing, a water heater swap and a repipe sit in very different brackets, and access, camera work and timing all change the total. Get a written estimate from at least two companies.

Where to start

Can Do Crew is the safe default when you want proven volume and one company for plumbing and HVAC. Forward Bound and Hometown are the picks if a 4.9 and a pipe-only focus matter more. Whoever you call, get the scope and price in writing first.

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