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Hartford & Ratliff Co Inc

Plumber · Detroit, MI

4.8 ★★★★★ 409 Google reviews · 13 photos
91%five-star reviews
5%reviews answered by the owner
Nov 2026latest review

Hartford & Ratliff Co Inc at a glance

Customers frequently praise the company for punctual arrivals, professional technicians, and efficient repairs on pool heaters, boilers, and furnaces. Many reviewers highlight clear communication, fair pricing, and the staff's ability to diagnose issues quickly. However, a small number of low-star reviews cite specific complaints regarding reckless driving, unresolved repairs, and discrepancies between quoted and final prices.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 409 reviews (91% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 409 Google reviews (352 with written comments, 4 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 5% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 10, 2026.
  • Service: Pool & Spa Service serving Detroit, Michigan.

Data from Google, last updated November 11, 2026.

Star ratings

409 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars37191%
  • 4 stars184%
  • 3 stars10%
  • 2 stars20%
  • 1 star174%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 352 written reviews

  • Praise66296%
  • Complaints294%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude19128%
  • Speed & response15823%
  • Quality & results11717%
  • Would recommend8713%
  • Communication639%
  • Price & value538%
  • Honesty & trust223%

What customers talk about

We read 352 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Always excellent, professional and accurate service!”
    “The employee that came out was totally rude and told me that he couldn't fix my furnace because it was old and that I needed a new one which would cost $5,000.”
  • “They completed the work quickly and at a reasonable price.”
    “Ive had family and friends also call to say they will call you back and NEVER CALL BACK.”
  • “Being in customer service for 30+ years I know great service and this was top-notch, A+ from the beginning.”
    “Absolutely terrible you charge $180 service call for a fuse for my heater on my pool just too show up.”
  • “I definitely would recommend Dante from Hartford & Ratliff to service your pool heater/boiler without question or a moment’s hesitation… fabulous serv…”
    “5 Stars for getting my boiler system replaced a couple years ago.”
  • “RJ is very pleasant to communicate with despite his busy schedule.”
    “They didn't answer whether the estimate will waived if they did the work.”
  • “Excellent response time and quickly diagnosed and resolved the issue for a fair price!”
    “I have been having issues with my boiler and had another company say that I needed a new heat exchanger, which was very expensive or a brand new boiler.”
  • “I appreciate the honest service, fair pricing, and prompt response.”
    “Terrible liars.”

People customers mention

  • Dante 25 reviews
  • Carl 14 reviews
  • Mark 10 reviews
  • Beth 10 reviews
  • Zak 8 reviews
  • Zack 4 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 409 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Lynell Crew1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Lynell has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Very professional very helpful. Our tenants and co-owners thank you.

  • Price assessment: Not sure
  • Price: $100–200
Avery MuravLocal Guide · 22 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Avery has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Once AGAIN they came through for me!!! The people, the service are outstanding!!!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $1–200
  • Services: Water heater repair, Service not listed
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you, Avery, happy to help. Call us any time :) RJ

Mary Horner6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mary has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They completed the work quickly and at a reasonable price. thanks.

John Elwell14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews John has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Always excellent, professional and accurate service!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $200–400
  • Services: Service not listed
Stephanie CzapiewskiLocal Guide · 37 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stephanie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Pool heater lighting and small repair...they were on time and very pleasant...

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $200–400
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 6 days ago

Thank you Stephanie, we appreciate you and the kind review!

Stefan Kudek16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stefan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Technician was prompt, courteous, made the repair quickly, and answered all my questions.

  • Price assessment: Not sure
  • Price: $1,000–1,200
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you, Stefan, for your review and business! We genuinely appreciate you and wish you a great day!

Dawn Klein2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dawn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I've worked with Mark & RJ for years as one of their vendors so when our pool heater was on the fritz they are the first company I thought to call. Beth set me up with an appointment and Dante came out to look at our heater. He was on time, polite and very knowledgeable. By the time he left our heater was up & running. Being in customer service for 30+ years I know great service and this was top-notch, A+ from the beginning. I will be using their services in the future if needed.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $600–800
  • Services: Heating system maintenance, Pool plumbing repair
Daniel Sochocki4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Daniel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Hartford & Ratliff came out in a very timely manner to get our pool heater up and running. Jimmy H cleaned out the heater and repaired some wires. He was very professional and provided a great service. Joe

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Pool plumbing repair, Service not listed
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you Daniel, glad everything was to your satisfaction. We appreciate your business and kind words. RJ

Michael O'Hehir8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I am very happy with the service. Carl did an excellent job and I thank him for his expertise

  • Services: Heating system maintenance
Kevin CushmanLocal Guide · 58 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kevin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Always love having Hartford & Ratliff service our furnace. The work is quick and always top notch. Technicians are always friendly and efficient.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $100–200
  • Services: Heating system installation, Heating system maintenance

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