61/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.3★ from 78 Google reviews, the most in Fort Dodge.
- 4.3★ from 78 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 11 N 20th St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Best Plumbers in Fort Dodge, IA (2026)
10 plumbers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Fort Dodge: Riley-Armstrong Plumbing & Heating, CR Score 61/100; 4.3★ from 78 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 4
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Roto-Rooter-Webster City, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #4 of 10.
- 5
Most-reviewed: Orres & Gailey Plumbing Heating & AC, 50 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 10 ranked after Riley-Armstrong Plumbing & Heating; ranked #5.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
10 Fort Dodge plumbers are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 2 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 10 rated businesses.
Top 10 plumbers in Fort Dodge at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Riley-Armstrong Plumbing & Heating | 61 | 4.3★ (78) | Fort Dodge | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Bergman Plumbing | 59 | 4.7★ (33) | Fort Dodge | — | — |
| 3 | Ball Plumbing Inc | 57 | 4.5★ (21) | Fort Dodge | — | — |
| 4 | Roto-Rooter-Webster City | 57 | 3.4★ (16) | Webster City, 12 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 5 | Orres & Gailey Plumbing Heating & AC | 57 | 4.8★ (50) | Fort Dodge | — | Most reviews |
| 6 | Dan Riley Plumbing, LLC | 56 | 4.3★ (20) | Fort Dodge | — | — |
| 7 | Park Plumbing | 54 | 4.4★ (7) | Fort Dodge | — | — |
| 8 | Midstate Plumbing & Heating Inc. | 53 | 4.8★ (16) | Fort Dodge | — | — |
| 9 | Matthew's Drain & Sewer Cleaning | 49 | 4.2★ (5) | Webster City, 17 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Stein Heating & Cooling Inc. | 48 | 5.0★ (31) | Webster City, 19 mi away | — | — |
The 10 best plumbers in Fort Dodge, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Fort Dodge
59/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.7★ from 33 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2021 6th Ave S, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Based in Fort Dodge
57/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.5★ from 21 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1896 Kountry Ln, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Based in Webster City, 12 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.4★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 3.4★ from 16 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Fort Dodge
57/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 50 Google reviews.
- 4.8★ from 50 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3300 5th Ave S, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Based in Fort Dodge
56/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.3★ from 20 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 20 N 16th St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Based in Fort Dodge
54/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2517 N 15th Pl, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Based in Fort Dodge
53/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2120 2nd Ave S, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Based in Webster City, 17 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1545 2nd St, Webster City, IA 50595
Based in Webster City, 19 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1120 E 2nd St, Webster City, IA 50595
Also serving Fort Dodge
4 more plumbers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| CEU Solution | In Fort Dodge | |
| Chris McNiel | 5.0★ (2) | 12 mi |
| Gadbury Plumbing Heating & Sheet | In Fort Dodge | |
| Gadbury Plumbing Heating & Sheet | In Fort Dodge |
How much do plumbers cost in Fort Dodge?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Fort Dodge. 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 Fort Dodge plumbers
We scored 10 Fort Dodge plumbers on ten 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. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, 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 Fort Dodge data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
Plumbers in Fort Dodge: frequently asked questions
Who is the best plumber in Fort Dodge?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked plumber in Fort Dodge, IA is Riley-Armstrong Plumbing & Heating with a CR Score of 61/100. It has 4.3★ from 78 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Bergman Plumbing (#2) and Ball Plumbing Inc (#3) follow. We ranked 10 plumbers on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many plumbers are there in Fort Dodge?
ContractorsRanked ranks 10 plumbers serving Fort Dodge, IA. 7 of them are based in Fort Dodge; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 4 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which plumbers in Fort Dodge are open 24/7?
2 ranked plumbers in Fort Dodge post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Riley-Armstrong Plumbing & Heating (#1) and Roto-Rooter-Webster City (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which plumbers in Fort Dodge work on weekends?
2 of 10 ranked plumbers post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Riley-Armstrong Plumbing & Heating (#1) and Roto-Rooter-Webster City (#4). 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 Fort Dodge?
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 Fort Dodge. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Fort Dodge plumbers have?
The median Google rating among 10 rated plumbers in Fort Dodge is 4.5★, with a median of 21 reviews. Riley-Armstrong Plumbing & Heating has the most, 78 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 ten published factors, led by reputation (25%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and trade focus (10%). A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Update log for Fort Dodge
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 10 plumbers serving Fort Dodge.
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