Plumbing repair in Greenville and the Upstate
Plumbing repair for whatever stopped working: a leak, a clog, no hot water, a running toilet. A licensed plumber finds the cause and gives you a written price before fixing it.
A licensed Master Plumber on every job
4.8from 593 Google reviews
How do I find a reliable plumber for repairs?
Look for a licensed plumber who diagnoses before quoting, explains the options in plain words and puts the price in writing before work starts. Ethical Plumbing has done plumbing repair across the Upstate since 2010, and every visit works that way. Call 864-438-0525.
- Master Plumber on every job
- Diagnosis first
- Written price
- Since 2010
Repair first, replace when it makes sense
Most plumbing problems are repairs, not replacements. A running toilet needs a flapper, a dripping faucet needs a cartridge, a water heater with no hot water often needs one part. We start with the repair and only recommend replacement when it honestly costs you less over time, like a tank that is rusting through or pipe that is failing in more than one place.
When we do recommend a bigger job, you get both options with written prices so you can compare, and we explain what happens if you wait.
When to call a plumber
Some problems should not wait:
- Water where it should not be
- No water or no hot water
- Sewage backing up
- A water bill that jumped
- Several drains slow at once
- Water heater leaking or rumbling

How a visit works
You book a time
Online or by phone. We confirm your arrival window and call when the plumber is on the way, or text or email if we cannot reach you.
We find the cause
A licensed Master Plumber diagnoses the problem and explains it in plain terms.
You choose, in writing
You get your options side by side with written prices. Nothing starts until you approve.
We fix it and walk you through it
Clean work area, tested result, and a walkthrough before we leave.
Why homeowners call Ethical Plumbing for plumbing repair
Every job starts with a diagnosis from a licensed Master Plumber, not a sales pitch. We explain what we found in plain terms, show you the options side by side, and put the prices in writing before anything starts. If a repair makes more sense than a replacement, we say so.
We treat your home like a job site that people live in: shoe covers on, work area protected, cleaned up before we leave, and a walkthrough of what we did. Ethical Plumbing has served the Upstate for 16+ years, and our team brings 100+ years of combined plumbing experience. You can meet our plumbers or read what customers say.
What customers say
Every review here is from a real customer. Names are shortened for privacy.
They sent someone to evaluate what was needed to ensure safe installation of a generator. The following week, members of their team arrived and ensured regulators were properly installed. I am incredibly grateful for their professionalism and dedication to getting it correct.
Daniel Styles did a great job of explaining the work to be completed with options at different price points!
Mr Styles was outstanding. Very thorough and very professional. I truly appreciated his candor and expertise.
Plumbing repair across the Upstate
We serve homes and businesses in 7 counties across the Upstate and western North Carolina. Towns with a local page are linked.
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Greenville County, SC
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Spartanburg County, SC
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Pickens County, SC
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Anderson County, SC
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Henderson County, NC
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Polk County, NC
- Tryon
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Transylvania County, NC
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Also serving
- Seneca, SC
- Gray Court, SC
Plumbing repair FAQs
How much does a plumbing repair cost?
It depends on the problem and the part. You get a written price after the diagnosis and before any work starts.
Is there a service call fee?
Yes, a service call fee covers the visit and diagnosis. VIP Prevention Plan members pay half.
Do you repair all brands?
Yes. We repair fixtures, water heaters and equipment from all major brands.
Can you fix it on the first visit?
Most common repairs are done on the first visit. Larger jobs are scheduled once you approve the written price.
Do you warranty repairs?
Ask us about the warranty on your specific repair; we explain it with the written price.
Do you handle emergencies?
Our phone line answers around the clock, and urgent calls go first in line during business hours.
Do you work on rental properties?
Yes. We work with landlords and property managers, and can coordinate access with tenants.
Are your plumbers licensed?
Yes. Our lead plumbers are licensed at the Master level, and we hold South Carolina and North Carolina contractor licenses.
Ready when you are
Tell us what's going on.
A Master Plumber will find the cause, explain it in plain terms, and put your options in writing before any work starts.
- A licensed Master Plumber on every job
- Serving the Upstate for 16+ years
- Written prices, every job