92/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 2,641 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 2,641 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3950 Vandalia Rd, Des Moines, IA 50317
Best Plumbers in Ankeny, IA (2026)
97 plumbers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Ankeny: Clog Busters Drain Cleaning & Repair, CR Score 92/100; 4.9★ from 2,641 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Schaal Plumbing, Heating and Cooling, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 97.
- 13
Most-reviewed: Golden Rule Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical, 9,136 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 97 ranked; ranked #13.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
97 Ankeny plumbers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 33 are open 24/7, 48 open Saturdays and 38 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 97 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Plumbers in Des Moines ranking. See Plumbers in Des Moines
Top 10 plumbers in Ankeny at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clog Busters Drain Cleaning & Repair | 92 | 4.9★ (2,641) | Des Moines, 12 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Schaal Plumbing, Heating and Cooling | 91 | 4.9★ (8,128) | Johnston, 6 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Service Legends Heating & Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical | 91 | 4.9★ (5,373) | Des Moines, 4 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Bell Brothers Heating, Cooling & Plumbing | 89 | 4.9★ (3,734) | Des Moines, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | 72 Degrees Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical | 89 | 4.9★ (670) | Ankeny | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Smith's Sewer Service Inc. | 88 | 4.6★ (483) | Johnston, 6 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | True Comfort Heating, Cooling and Plumbing | 88 | 5.0★ (983) | Des Moines, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Read Plumbing LLC | 88 | 4.9★ (278) | Ankeny | Sat · Sun | — |
| 9 | 1-Tom-Plumber | 88 | 4.9★ (633) | Clive, 17 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Ames | 88 | 4.9★ (937) | Ames, 20 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 97 best plumbers in Ankeny, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Johnston, 6 mi away
91/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 8,128 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 8,128 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 5670 NW Beaver Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
Based in Des Moines, 4 mi away
91/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 5,373 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 5,373 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 6365 NE 14th St BLDG B, Des Moines, IA 50313
Based in Des Moines, 8 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 3,734 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 3,734 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2822 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
Based in Ankeny
89/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 670 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 670 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 811 SW Ordnance Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023
Based in Johnston, 6 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 483 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.6★ from 483 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 4620 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, IA 50131
Based in Des Moines, 8 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 983 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 983 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 505 Sheridan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
Based in Ankeny
88/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 278 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.9★ from 278 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6:30 AM–4:30 PM
- Address
- 1450 NE 69th Pl Suite 57, Ankeny, IA 50021
Based in Clive, 17 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 633 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 633 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 550 S 2nd St, Carlisle, IA 50047
Based in Ames, 20 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 937 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 937 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 409 S Bell Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Based in Des Moines, 11 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 3,343 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 3,343 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1202 Thomas Beck Rd Suite 101, Des Moines, IA 50315
Based in Ankeny
87/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 25 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.7★ from 25 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Grimes, 10 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 9,136 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (9,136).
- 4.9★ from 9,136 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–4:30 PM
- Address
- 904 NE Main St, Grimes, IA 50111
Based in Des Moines, 4 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 54 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.6★ from 54 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 6288 NE 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50313
#15 Zippy Drain
Based in Clive, 15 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 260 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 260 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 30033 Zippy Dr, Dallas Center, IA 50063
Based in Ames, 20 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 2,611 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 2,611 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2312 Edison St, Ames, IA 50010
#17 Rooter Ranger
Based in Grimes, 10 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.5★ from 203 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.5★ from 203 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3400 SE Crossroads Dr Suite 400, Grimes, IA 50111
Based in Clive, 12 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 46 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 46 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Clive, 17 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Grimes, 10 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.2★ from 338 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.2★ from 338 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 4005 SE Grimes Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Based in Des Moines, 7 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 123 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.8★ from 123 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–10 PM
- Address
- 4677 NE 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
Based in Ames, 21 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 168 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.6★ from 168 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2228 229th Pl, Ames, IA 50014
Based in Des Moines, 3 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 130 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.4★ from 130 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 6666 NW 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50313
Based in Des Moines, 5 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 79 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 79 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 5727 NE 16th St Suite B, Des Moines, IA 50313
Based in Ames, 20 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.4★ from 145 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.4★ from 145 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2825 Wakefield Cir, Ames, IA 50010
Plumbers ranked #26 to #29
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #29, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 29 of 97 ranked plumbers here; the rest are on their profiles.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Des Moines Plumbing | 81 | 4.3★ (4) | 7 mi |
| 27 | Behle Inc | 81 | 4.5★ (65) | 21 mi |
| 28 | Scott's Heating, Cooling, Plumbing | 81 | 4.5★ (23) | 5 mi |
| 29 | Rhiner Wayne Plumbing LLC | 81 | 4.0★ (88) | 12 mi |
How much do plumbers cost in Ankeny?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Ankeny. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water heater replacement | $882 | $1,348 | $1,826 | Per unit, installed (unit plus labor); typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range | October 2026 |
How to check a plumber's license in Iowa
In Iowa, Iowa Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board (Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing) licenses Plumbing work: water supply, drain, waste and vent piping and fixtures.
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the contract or truck.
- Ask for proof of insurance before work starts.
No chip usually means we have not matched a state record yet. Check the lookup yourself before you hire.
Guide checked October 2026. How we verify licenses
How we ranked Ankeny plumbers
We scored 97 Ankeny plumbers on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Ankeny data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
Plumbers in Ankeny: frequently asked questions
Who is the best plumber in Ankeny?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked plumber in Ankeny, IA is Clog Busters Drain Cleaning & Repair with a CR Score of 92/100. It has 4.9★ from 2,641 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Schaal Plumbing, Heating and Cooling (#2) and Service Legends Heating & Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical (#3) follow. We ranked 97 plumbers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many plumbers are there in Ankeny?
ContractorsRanked ranks 97 plumbers serving Ankeny, IA. 3 of them are based in Ankeny; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which plumbers in Ankeny are open 24/7?
33 ranked plumbers in Ankeny post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Clog Busters Drain Cleaning & Repair (#1), Schaal Plumbing, Heating and Cooling (#2) and Service Legends Heating & Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which plumbers in Ankeny work on weekends?
48 of 97 ranked plumbers post Saturday hours and 38 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Clog Busters Drain Cleaning & Repair (#1), Schaal Plumbing, Heating and Cooling (#2) and Service Legends Heating & Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check a plumber's license in Iowa?
In Iowa, Iowa Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board (Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing) handles licensing and covers Plumbing work: water supply, drain, waste and vent piping and fixtures.
How much does water heater replacement cost in Ankeny?
Water heater replacement typically costs $882 to $1,826, with $1,348 typical (Per unit, installed (unit plus labor); typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range). This is a national range, not adjusted for Ankeny. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Ankeny plumbers have?
The median Google rating among 97 rated plumbers in Ankeny is 4.7★, with a median of 27 reviews. Golden Rule Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical has the most, 9,136 reviews, and ranks #13. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank plumbers?
Each plumber gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Update log for Ankeny
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 97 plumbers serving Ankeny.
- October 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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