66/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 722 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.9★ from 722 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 194 Leavenworth Rd J, Shelton, CT 06484
Best Plumbers in Shelton, CT (2026)
480 plumbers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Shelton: Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Southern Fairfield County, CR Score 66/100; 4.9★ from 722 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Rick's Plumbing Service, Inc., posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 480.
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Most-reviewed: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup, 1,345 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 480 ranked; ranked #6.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
480 Shelton plumbers are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 136 are open 24/7, 255 open Saturdays and 184 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 480 rated businesses.
Top 10 plumbers in Shelton at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Southern Fairfield County | 66 | 4.9★ (722) | Shelton | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Rick's Plumbing Service, Inc. | 66 | 5.0★ (1,157) | Milford, 7 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 65 | 4.9★ (421) | Ansonia, 2 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Bertola Plumbing & Heating | 64 | 5.0★ (570) | Trumbull, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 64 | 4.8★ (1,306) | Stratford, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 64 | 4.7★ (1,345) | New Haven, 10 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 7 | Backflow Joe's | 63 | 5.0★ (329) | Greenburgh, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Al's Plumbing LLC | 63 | 4.7★ (131) | Shelton | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Duranko Plumbing LLC | 62 | 4.9★ (209) | Stratford, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Call The Plumber LLC | 62 | 5.0★ (99) | Trumbull, 5 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 480 best plumbers in Shelton, 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 Milford, 7 mi away
66/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 1,157 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 5.0★ from 1,157 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1050 Bridgeport Ave STE D1, Milford, CT 06460
Based in Ansonia, 2 mi away
65/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 421 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.9★ from 421 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1 Kingston Dr Ste 5, Ansonia, CT 06401
Based in Trumbull, 9 mi away
64/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 570 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 5.0★ from 570 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 90 Fresh Meadow Dr, Trumbull, CT 06611
Based in Stratford, 10 mi away
64/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 1,306 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.8★ from 1,306 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 815 Woodend Rd, Stratford, CT 06615
Based in New Haven, 10 mi away
64/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 1,345 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.7★ from 1,345 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 155 East St UNIT 204, New Haven, CT 06511
Based in Greenburgh, 10 mi away
63/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 329 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 5.0★ from 329 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Shelton
63/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 131 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.7★ from 131 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 494 Bridgeport Ave, Shelton, CT 06484
Based in Stratford, 8 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 209 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.9★ from 209 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 290 Greenfield Ave, Stratford, CT 06614
Based in Trumbull, 5 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 99 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 5.0★ from 99 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 699 Booth Hill Rd, Trumbull, CT 06611
Based in Stratford, 8 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 130 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 5.0★ from 130 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 251 Wakelee Ave, Stratford, CT 06614
Based in North Branford, 18 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 742 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.9★ from 742 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 101 Fowler Rd, North Branford, CT 06471
Based in Stratford, 9 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 171 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Drainage service”.
- 4.9★ from 171 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 150 Colony St, Stratford, CT 06615
Based in Bethel, 13 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 540 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 5.0★ from 540 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 6 AM–11 PM · Sat–Sun 7 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 156 Walnut Tree Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
Based in Waterbury, 16 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 662 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.8★ from 662 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 411 Highland Ave #2N, Waterbury, CT 06708
#16 The Drain King
Based in Bridgeport, 11 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 228 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.9★ from 228 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Orange, 3 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.9★ from 58 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 424 Longmeadow Rd, Orange, CT 06477
Based in Naugatuck, 12 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 151 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 5.0★ from 151 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 6 Pine St, Naugatuck, CT 06770
Based in Bridgeport, 13 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 167 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 5.0★ from 167 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Hamden, 11 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 115 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 5.0★ from 115 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2285 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518
Based in Danbury, 19 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 731 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.8★ from 731 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 68 Main St Ste 204, Danbury, CT 06810
Based in Easton, 16 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 311 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.9★ from 311 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Ansonia, 3 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 272 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 5.0★ from 272 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
#24 Rooter-Man
Based in City of Milford (balance), 7 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 5.0★ from 53 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Wallingford, 18 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 495 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.8★ from 495 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 121 N Plains Industrial Rd Unit R, Wallingford, CT 06492
Plumbers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 480 ranked plumbers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Shelton
20 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 |
|---|---|---|
| A & B Plumbing & Heating | 5.0★ (1) | In Shelton |
| Aiello Home Services- Plumbing, Heating, AC, Electrical & Drain Cleaning | 4.8★ (601) | 19 mi |
| Authentic Plumbing LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Cavallaro Plumbing | 3.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| D & B Plumbing Repair Services | 1.0★ (1) | In Shelton |
| D J Melodia Plumbing, Heating and Drain cleaning | In Shelton | |
| David A. Brighindi Plumbing & Heating | 3.0★ (1) | In Shelton |
| Denton Plumbing & Cleaning | 4.6★ (10) | 7 mi |
| Enviro Sewer & Drain | 5.0★ (1) | In Shelton |
| Fairfield County Plumbing Service and Repair | 5.0★ (2) | In Shelton |
| Hope Plumbing | 4.8★ (32) | 14 mi |
| J T Collins Plumbing | 4.0★ (39) | 9 mi |
| Jacozzi Plumbing Heating & Cooling | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Lone Wolf Plumbing | 5.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| Mac Plumbing Services | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| POLO Plumbing & Heating LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Rick Sekelsky Plumbing & Heating | 5.0★ (2) | In Shelton |
| Top Notch Plumbing LLC | 4.5★ (8) | 6 mi |
| Valley Plumbing & Heating | In Shelton | |
| Yellow Plumbing LLC | 5.0★ (71) | 16 mi |
How much do plumbers cost in Shelton?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Shelton. 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 Connecticut
In Connecticut, Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection licenses Plumbing work: water supply, drain, waste and vent piping and fixtures.
- Search the business name or license number on the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection license lookup.
- 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 Shelton plumbers
We scored 480 Shelton 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 Shelton 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 Shelton: frequently asked questions
Who is the best plumber in Shelton?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked plumber in Shelton, CT is Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Southern Fairfield County with a CR Score of 66/100. It has 4.9★ from 722 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Rick's Plumbing Service, Inc. (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#3) follow. We ranked 480 plumbers on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many plumbers are there in Shelton?
ContractorsRanked ranks 480 plumbers serving Shelton, CT. 3 of them are based in Shelton; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which plumbers in Shelton are open 24/7?
136 ranked plumbers in Shelton post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Southern Fairfield County (#1), Rick's Plumbing Service, Inc. (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which plumbers in Shelton work on weekends?
255 of 480 ranked plumbers post Saturday hours and 184 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Southern Fairfield County (#1), Rick's Plumbing Service, Inc. (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check a plumber's license in Connecticut?
In Connecticut, Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection handles licensing and covers Plumbing work: water supply, drain, waste and vent piping and fixtures. Search the business or license number at https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Lookup/LicenseLookup.aspx.
How much does water heater replacement cost in Shelton?
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 Shelton. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Shelton plumbers have?
The median Google rating among 480 rated plumbers in Shelton is 4.9★, with a median of 16 reviews. Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup has the most, 1,345 reviews, and ranks #6. 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 Shelton
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 480 plumbers serving Shelton.
- October 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.
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