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Best Plumbers in Princeton, IN (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Princeton: Evan's Plumbing and Repairs, CR Score 88/100; 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Brian Schmitt Heating & Cooling, Refrigeration & Plumbing, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 20.

  3. 2

    Most-reviewed: Brian Schmitt Heating & Cooling, Refrigeration & Plumbing, 250 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 20 ranked; ranked #2.

Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

20 Princeton plumbers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 4 are open 24/7, 7 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 20 rated businesses.

Top 10 plumbers in Princeton at a glance

Top 10 plumbers in Princeton at a glance
RankBusinessCR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Evan's Plumbing and Repairs885.0★ (47)Evansville, 14 mi away24/7Overall
2Brian Schmitt Heating & Cooling, Refrigeration & Plumbing864.9★ (250)Evansville, 22 mi away24/7Emergencies, Most reviews
3DrainCo Plumbing Services834.7★ (107)Evansville, 23 mi away24/7—
4J.E. Shekell, Inc.784.6★ (58)Vincennes, 23 mi away24/7—
5AAA Godfrey & Son Septic Tank Service784.8★ (16)Vincennes, 24 mi away——
6Dillards Plumbing784.4★ (7)Mount Carmel, 11 mi away——
7Fresh Start Plumbing774.9★ (41)Evansville, 14 mi away——
8Jarboe Plumbing755.0★ (5)Evansville, 20 mi away——
9Ricky Rooter Plumbing Services744.4★ (14)Evansville, 18 mi awaySat—
10Two Brothers Plumbing LLC745.0★ (22)Evansville, 19 mi away——

The 20 best plumbers in Princeton, ranked

Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

  2. #2 Brian Schmitt Heating & Cooling, Refrigeration & Plumbing

    Based in Evansville, 22 mi away

    86/100CR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 250 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (250).

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 250 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    6107 N Fares Ave, Evansville, IN 47711
    View profile for Brian Schmitt Heating & Cooling, Refrigeration & Plumbing(812) 424-3604

  3. #3 DrainCo Plumbing Services

    Based in Evansville, 23 mi away

    83/100CR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 107 Google reviews, open 24/7.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 107 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    10970 Boberg Rd, Evansville, IN 47712
    View profile for DrainCo Plumbing Services(812) 549-4288

  4. #4 J.E. Shekell, Inc.

    Based in Vincennes, 23 mi away

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 58 Google reviews, open 24/7.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 58 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    2019 N 6th St, Vincennes, IN 47591
    View profile for J.E. Shekell, Inc.(812) 512-9630

  6. #6 Dillards Plumbing

    Based in Mount Carmel, 11 mi away

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.

    Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    Mt Carmel, IL 62863
    View profile for Dillards Plumbing(618) 262-6850

  7. #7 Fresh Start Plumbing

    Based in Evansville, 14 mi away

    77/100CR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Fresh Start Plumbing(812) 760-1904

  8. #8 Jarboe Plumbing

    Based in Evansville, 20 mi away

    75/100CR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.

    Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    11338 St Wendel Rd, Evansville, IN 47720
    View profile for Jarboe Plumbing(812) 963-6902

  12. #12 Adams Plumbing Inc

    Based in Evansville, 22 mi away

    72/100CR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Adams Plumbing Inc(812) 476-1746

  13. #13 Wabash Plumbing, Inc.

    Based in Vincennes, 22 mi away

    72/100CR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.1★ from 75 Google reviews, 75 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.1★ from 75 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    921 Main St, Vincennes, IN 47591
    View profile for Wabash Plumbing, Inc.(812) 882-1543

  14. #14 Bill's Plumbing Service

    Based in Evansville, 25 mi away

    72/100CR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1922 N Bedford Ave, Evansville, IN 47711
    View profile for Bill's Plumbing Service(812) 422-7472

  15. #15 Peckenpaugh Plumbing Inc.

    Based in Evansville, 19 mi away

    71/100CR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    11812 US-41, Evansville, IN 47725
    View profile for Peckenpaugh Plumbing Inc.(812) 618-8692

  16. #16 Gary's Plumbing Services Inc

    Based in Evansville, 25 mi away

    71/100CR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 39 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2512 N Cullen Ave # C, Evansville, IN 47715
    View profile for Gary's Plumbing Services Inc(812) 471-3788

  17. #17 Bob Leek's Plumbing

    Based in Mount Carmel, 11 mi away

    70/100CR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    326 Bellmont St, Mt Carmel, IL 62863
    View profile for Bob Leek's Plumbing(618) 262-8702

  19. #19 F & S Plumbing LLC

    Based in Evansville, 22 mi away

    67/100CR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6216 Kratzville Rd, Evansville, IN 47710
    View profile for F & S Plumbing LLC(812) 491-2300

  20. #20 Natchez Corporation

    Based in Evansville, 25 mi away

    62/100CR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    920 Maxwell Ave, Evansville, IN 47711
    View profile for Natchez Corporation(812) 464-2432

Also serving Princeton

11 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.

Unranked plumbers serving Princeton
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
AAA A Good Plumber4.5★ (2)19 mi
CDC Plumbing21 mi
Edwards Excavating & Drainage LLCIn Princeton
Gary's Plumbing4.0★ (2)19 mi
Hobgood Plumbing5.0★ (1)21 mi
Lee Supply Evansville: Plumbing, HVAC, & Appliances5.0★ (1)25 mi
Peters Mechanical Systems4.5★ (2)16 mi
Princeton Heating and Cooling, LLC5.0★ (256)In Princeton
Wagner's Plumbing5.0★ (1)23 mi
Wilburn E Muensterman Plumbing1.0★ (1)24 mi
xpress evansville plumbers25 mi

How much do plumbers cost in Princeton?

National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Princeton. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.

How much do plumbers cost in Princeton?
JobLowTypicalHighBasisChecked
Water heater replacement$882$1,348$1,826Per unit, installed (unit plus labor); typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national rangeOctober 2026

How to check a plumber's license in Indiana

In Indiana, Indiana Plumbing Commission (Professional Licensing Agency) licenses Plumbing work: water supply, drain, waste and vent piping and fixtures.

  1. Check that the status is active and the name matches the contract or truck.
  2. 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 Princeton plumbers

We scored 20 Princeton 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

CR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Princeton data
Reputation35%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Credentials15%Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2Not yet collected
Review volume10%log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-dayMeasured
Trade focus10%Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5Measured
Proximity5%1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radiusMeasured
Completeness5%Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each)Measured

Plumbers in Princeton: frequently asked questions

Who is the best plumber in Princeton?

By CR Score, the highest-ranked plumber in Princeton, IN is Evan's Plumbing and Repairs with a CR Score of 88/100. It has 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Brian Schmitt Heating & Cooling, Refrigeration & Plumbing (#2) and DrainCo Plumbing Services (#3) follow. We ranked 20 plumbers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.

How many plumbers are there in Princeton?

ContractorsRanked ranks 20 plumbers serving Princeton, IN. Another 11 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.

Which plumbers in Princeton are open 24/7?

4 ranked plumbers in Princeton post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Evan's Plumbing and Repairs (#1), Brian Schmitt Heating & Cooling, Refrigeration & Plumbing (#2) and DrainCo Plumbing Services (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.

Which plumbers in Princeton work on weekends?

7 of 20 ranked plumbers post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Evan's Plumbing and Repairs (#1), Brian Schmitt Heating & Cooling, Refrigeration & Plumbing (#2) and DrainCo Plumbing Services (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.

How do I check a plumber's license in Indiana?

In Indiana, Indiana Plumbing Commission (Professional Licensing Agency) handles licensing and covers Plumbing work: water supply, drain, waste and vent piping and fixtures.

How much does water heater replacement cost in Princeton?

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 Princeton. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.

What Google rating do Princeton plumbers have?

The median Google rating among 20 rated plumbers in Princeton is 4.5★, with a median of 22 reviews. Brian Schmitt Heating & Cooling, Refrigeration & Plumbing has the most, 250 reviews, and ranks #2. 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 Princeton

  1. October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 20 plumbers serving Princeton.

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