Vern's has been your most trusted plumbers in Fresno, Madera, and the rest of the Central Valley since 1969! When you need a plumber, you want to know that you will receive reliable service that takes care of your needs. Our services encompass all types of plumbing and repairs including sewer line replacement or re-lining, complete water line re-piping, water heater repair and installation, faucets, toilets, and disposals. We even test, repair, and install gas lines for your appliances. Our plumbing technicians are highly qualified to help you with any plumbing issues you may have.
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When you're facing a plumbing or HVAC-related emergency, you want to be able to call professionals you can trust. That is why we offer all-inclusive services for home and business owners, helping each client maintain water, sewer, heating, and ventilation systems in the best, most cost-efficient way possible.
Reviews (10)
Dan McElderry
Jun 02, 2022
Won't do business with them again. I hired them to redo the sewer line from the back house to the street of my duplex rental property. Problem was they forgot to re-tie the front house sewer to this new main sewer line. Shortly after the completion of the work, The tenants of the front house complained that their plumbing was backing up. My property managers called another plumbing company to check out the problem.
They found it. Verns did not reconnect the sewer line. I called Verns back and they responded to fix the problem. However, I received a $240 bill from the plumbers who found Verns faulty work. I asked Verns to pay the bill. They refused. After numerous calls back to them they said they would compromise and leave $240 as a credit for any future work.
I accepted that offer. Low and behold, a year and a half later, I needed another plumber. I called Vern's because of the credit I have with them. Who wouldn't. Guess what, they didn't have any record or documentation regarding the $240 credit, go figure. Not a computer data entry or notes anywhere. They couldn't even find any of my job details or billing information. Erik, the guy who practically runs the place for the owner and is the guy I who negotiated the credit with, would not acknowledge the credit and blamed any lost info on what else? You guessed it, Covid and moving offices during that time period. Don't do business with them. I won't again.
They found it. Verns did not reconnect the sewer line. I called Verns back and they responded to fix the problem. However, I received a $240 bill from the plumbers who found Verns faulty work. I asked Verns to pay the bill. They refused. After numerous calls back to them they said they would compromise and leave $240 as a credit for any future work.
I accepted that offer. Low and behold, a year and a half later, I needed another plumber. I called Vern's because of the credit I have with them. Who wouldn't. Guess what, they didn't have any record or documentation regarding the $240 credit, go figure. Not a computer data entry or notes anywhere. They couldn't even find any of my job details or billing information. Erik, the guy who practically runs the place for the owner and is the guy I who negotiated the credit with, would not acknowledge the credit and blamed any lost info on what else? You guessed it, Covid and moving offices during that time period. Don't do business with them. I won't again.
Marshal Yanda
Jun 15, 2021
John Crenshaw
Jun 17, 2020
The owner's son, Ron, came to the house to scope out our sewer line problem. Paid his fee of $249 at the time, he diagnosed the problem, quoted a price of $250 to take care of it and we scheduled an appointment for 10:00 on the morning of 1-7-20. Got a call that morning that their serviceman was running behind and to expect him around 12 noon. He arrived at 1:00 p.m.
Then he proceeded to tell me that he did not bring the proper equipment and we rescheduled for 10:00 a.m. on the 9th. I received a call that morning at 9:15 to say that the service man was on his way over. Normally that would not be a problem but I was on my way to the pharmacy to pick up a prescription for my wife. Never made it, I turned around and came back home.
This time I was presented an invoice for $175 more that the original quote. When I objected, the service man called the shop and then told me that he did not have the proper equipment with him to do the job. This was a scenario that the Three Stooges would have been proud of. I told him to go on to his next job and not bother coming back. I've found that communications among the management and employees at Vern's to be suspect, appointments with them are merely a suggestion and common courtesy non-existent. Ron, if you're reading this, when we first met I told you that our former plumber, one we had depended on for more than 10 years, and passed away in 2019 and that we were looking for a new service provider. At this point, you were replaced before you even began
Then he proceeded to tell me that he did not bring the proper equipment and we rescheduled for 10:00 a.m. on the 9th. I received a call that morning at 9:15 to say that the service man was on his way over. Normally that would not be a problem but I was on my way to the pharmacy to pick up a prescription for my wife. Never made it, I turned around and came back home.
This time I was presented an invoice for $175 more that the original quote. When I objected, the service man called the shop and then told me that he did not have the proper equipment with him to do the job. This was a scenario that the Three Stooges would have been proud of. I told him to go on to his next job and not bother coming back. I've found that communications among the management and employees at Vern's to be suspect, appointments with them are merely a suggestion and common courtesy non-existent. Ron, if you're reading this, when we first met I told you that our former plumber, one we had depended on for more than 10 years, and passed away in 2019 and that we were looking for a new service provider. At this point, you were replaced before you even began
Rockincpa
Jan 19, 2020
Needed a plumber to repair a leaky water heater on a Saturday. Not a problem for this crew. Darren was punctual and courteous. Explained the scope of the work and the rates up front. Upon repair, Darren encountered another issue and created a temp fix to keep hot water flowing for my family through the weekend until the new part arrives later in the week. Very satisfied with the service and recommend Darren and Vern's anytime.
S. Tanya Primus M. D.
Jan 15, 2020
Another service provider I've trusted for years recommended Vern's plumbing to me, when I related that I needed a plumber. I called Vern's for an appointment to repair a leaky spigot attached to the water main to my house. The plumber was efficient, and carefully watched the pipes and valve assembly to assure no further leakage. He also nicely conveyed the details and terms of the work.
About two weeks later I called Vern's plumbing with another unrelated problem that involved an area of wet ground that seemed might be from an underground leak. I had noticed it weeks ago, but had to wait till a few days of dry weather for the plumber to see it. Vern's again arrived timely for the appointment. The plumber inspected the area, fully explained every possible angle that could cause slight seeping, and recommended that it is not a concern.
He kindly took the time to describe what to look for to know if it needs work in the future. Most surprising, since the rain prevented addressing this issue during the previous appointment, they waived the second service-call fee! I am delighted to find a plumber I will call on for any plumbing issue, and glad to recommend Vern's.
About two weeks later I called Vern's plumbing with another unrelated problem that involved an area of wet ground that seemed might be from an underground leak. I had noticed it weeks ago, but had to wait till a few days of dry weather for the plumber to see it. Vern's again arrived timely for the appointment. The plumber inspected the area, fully explained every possible angle that could cause slight seeping, and recommended that it is not a concern.
He kindly took the time to describe what to look for to know if it needs work in the future. Most surprising, since the rain prevented addressing this issue during the previous appointment, they waived the second service-call fee! I am delighted to find a plumber I will call on for any plumbing issue, and glad to recommend Vern's.
Colleen Crouch
Jun 06, 2019
Daniel Thompson
Jun 23, 2018
Lynn Danell
Jun 20, 2018
Sean Hickey
Mar 31, 2018
Lisa Casillas Justlisa
Mar 22, 2017
Very inexperienced HVAC person, and unethical. I was given a written quote for a new heater. I tried to just have the heat exchange fixed, first they said they didnt have one for my unit, then when I asked him to look it up he called back five minutes later quoting me over 2k for parts and labor. So I went for the heater, gave a deposit, and right before it was to be installed, Alex, the HVAC guy says "oh i forgot to tell you, you need another part, that will be 500 more" i said you gave me a written quote and im not paying anything more. They gave me back my money and refused to do service with me. I went to Costless, they are very professional and honest
