Plumbers · Milwaukee, WI

Is Viking Plumbing any good?

Our verdict: mixed — #89 of 90 plumbers, better than 1%. Customers single out its track record and reliability; craft & service is where it trails.

👍 Strengths

Track record — better than 82% of peers

👎 Watch-outs

Momentum — 11th percentile

Value — 5th percentile

Craft & service — 1th percentile

Price $$$: 5% above typical

Viking Plumbing for drain cleaning

Clear ✕

29 customers reviewed a drain cleaning job here and rated it 4.90★. Most paid $300–400 (category typical: $176–$580). For this job it ranks #69 of 79 plumbers we track.

All 29 Google reviews tagged “Drain cleaning”

Claudia7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Viking Plumbing has always given exceptional results when I call. Appointments can be made in a timely manner. The service techs are knowledgeable, courteous and explain all the steps of the service. I highly recommend Viking.

Paid $1–200Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Mike12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

They were extremely flexible and accommodating with the scheduling of the service. The job performed was very well done. I will definitely use them again!

Paid $1,400–1,600Great priceGarbage disposal installationDrain cleaningPlumbing leak detection
Gib6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 4 months ago★★★★★

Viking has been my go to Plumbing company for 35 years. I just had some laundry tub faucets replaced and some shut offs added Jimmy did a great job

Customer photo from Gib's review
Paid $1–100Reasonable priceDrain cleaningFaucet installation
Bob2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★

BJ came and fixed our leaking dishwasher. He did a great job and very efficient as well.

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceDrain cleaningPlumbing leak repair
Gregg5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Viking service was fast and got the issue solved. Also, recommended next step should similar recurr in 6 months.

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Maureen3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Jimmy the plumber was great, kept me informed every step of the way, personable and kind, good with dogs! ended up being 2 drains fixed and cleaned a third.

Customer photo from Maureen's review
Paid $500–600Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Jane9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 8 months ago★★★★★

He was very through and was able to detect the problem and tabletop fix it.

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Emily4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

I had an excellent experience with the technician who came to my place today. He fixed a plugged toilet and 2 slow draining sinks. Thank you Viking!

Paid $300–400Reasonable priceToilet repairDrain cleaning
Neven5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

They replaced my sump pump during the summer and now cleared my greased up kitchen sink drain line. Did a great job both times. Thanks again! 👍👍 Oh yeah and their secretary is really pleasant and easy to talk to also.

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Dennis1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Tyler was amazing! He didn't give up until he fix our problem. He was patient and prompt explained everything in way we could understand. We highly recommend Tyler and Viking Plumbing. Thank you Wizzy!!

Paid $500–600Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Mary2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Jimmie did a great job and our drains are running again!

Paid $300–400Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
AndrewLocal Guide · 41 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

They should up right on time (maybe even a little early). Angel was very friendly, got the clog out of the main sink fixed quickly, and gave me tips on how to avoid it happening again. They are also very competitively priced, much less expensive than some of the local competitors. If you need plumbing work, call Viking Plumbing

Paid $300–400Great priceDrain cleaning
T.2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Top notch service, clean, timely, reasonable price. Technician answered our questions clearly. The scheduling system, and tracking and updating is great.

Drain cleaning
Gerry5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Manny did an excellent job of finding the problem, discussing options and skillfully performing the repairs.

Paid $700–800Reasonable priceDrain cleaningPlumbing pipe repair
Paul1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★

Angel was courteous and polite. We had a slow sink cleaned and a toilet flushing issue handled in about 30 minutes. Very satisfied with the work done.

Paid $400–500Not sureToilet repairDrain cleaning
Barbara11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

Excellent service from Carmelo and Viking Plumbing. Arrival was timely and we got text alert Options explained fully and clearly. Carmelo is a wonderful technician and will return to provide additional agreed upon service. We will definitely request him for future service. Great service from Viking too as…

Reasonable priceDrain cleaningPlumbing pipe repair
Krista1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

So grateful for prompt, professional intervention on a job we absolutely couldn’t DIY. We had a VERY stubborn clog somewhere deep in our old galvanized pipes, and Tyler kept at it until the water flowed freely down the drain—hours of strenuous work. He is courteous, knowledgeable, and professional, and we are so…

Paid $700–800Reasonable priceDrain cleaningToilet installation
John5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Tyler unclogged a sink and shower drain which now are clear. He also installed a new modern toilet in our 85 year old house. He was earlier than planned which was nice and is very friendly and courteous. He worked quickly and efficiently. The price seemed very reasonable to me. I will use Viking again when needed.

Paid $900–1,000Reasonable priceDrain cleaningToilet installation
StacyLocal Guide · 23 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Professional, clean and very nice.

Drain cleaning
Marcia1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Viking was a pleasure to deal with. Jason arrived in timely fashion. He was polite and a good communicator, fully explaining what he had to do and how he was going to do it. He gave me an accurate estimate of how much time it would take. I highly recommend Viking.

Paid $300–400Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Mary7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Jimmy was excellent! Very thorough and expert service! Problems were resolved very well! Will request him again.

Paid $300–400Reasonable priceDrain cleaningPlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair
Tim10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

Great experience!!! Will continue to recommend Viking Plumbing!!!

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installationDrain cleaningToilet installation
John6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

Nice job Bill. Thanks to you and Viking Plumbing for scheduling the service quickly and a job well done. A a year later, I had Viking for another job, fixing a plugged floor drain. Jason informed me of the options, we agreed on the plan. He promptly cleaned out the drainage pipe. Great job, friendly service. Viking…

Great priceDrain cleaningFaucet installation
SusanLocal Guide · 24 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

I have used this excellent plumbing company for 20 years. Don't be taken by a "bargain" plumber. Viking has master plumbers with hundreds of years of experience in PROPER plumbing procedures. Our latest service call received four services including a professional-grade 50 gallon water heater install. The office…

Plumbing leak detectionFaucet installationWater heater installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Edward9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★

I told him that I had a very clogged drain in my bathroom vanity anyway but I did tell him I worked on it so it might be some other things going on there which they did not do count for peace that only got to unplug it but nothing no backup to fix it but we'll all set thank youI told me that I had to send a plumber…

Drain cleaning
John1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★★★

I wanted to say thank you for the prompt and great service in opening our tub/shower drain. The drain has never worked this well since we moved in almost 12 years ago. Your technician also made it easier for any future clean out need to be done. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! We are so glad our daughter referred us to…

Drain cleaning+ Professionalism
Nathan2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★★★

We started using Viking plumbing a few years ago and have always had a good experience with them. They send out their plumbers in a timely manner, are always responsive (even when we leave voice mails at night) and have reasonable pricing for both parts and labor.

Toilet installationWater heater installationToilet repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
KristaLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 years ago★★★★★

So happy that I decided to call Viking to help with a non-draining bathroom sink (upon the recommendation of a friend that has had consistently positive experiences)! They were extremely communicative, friendly, trustworthy, and professional from the time I made the appt through completion! The issue was resolved…

Plumbing leak detectionFaucet repairPlumbing pipe repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Matt2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceDrain cleaningPlumbing pipe repair

Price

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$506+5% vs typical plumbers

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

Questions about Viking Plumbing

Is Viking Plumbing good?

Yes by most measures: 4.8★ from 810 Google reviews and an Experts Score of 17/100 (grade F), #89 of 90 plumbers we track. 2.9% of reviews in the last two years were 1–2★ (category average 2.6%).

How much does Viking Plumbing charge?

Customers reported a typical bill of $506 (middle half $278–$1.1k), 5% above the plumbers median of $480.

What do customers hire Viking Plumbing for?

Mostly drain cleaning (29), plumbing pipe repair (25), toilet repair (25), plumbing leak detection (16).

Does the owner respond to complaints?

The owner replied to 58% of 1–3★ reviews (category: 82%).

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