Howe Brothers Plumbing LLC

Located in Madison, Wisconsin

Address: 1215 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703, United States

Phone: +1 608-257-2884

Rating: 4.9

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Review 1 (2024-12-15 - Rating: 5)
Great personal service. I went in looking for kitchen faucet advise, and walked out with a high quality Kohler fixture. Thanks

Review 2 (2023-11-02 - Rating: 5)
It took a few trips, but I was able to get my 1950s faucets repaired. I had looked for parts several places and was not able to find them, or someone knowledgeable enough to be helpful. Regan also helped me troubleshoot a couple leaky toilets which saved me a lot in plumbing charges. It is a bit of a drive for me but well worth it for the knowledge and parts for older fixtures, this definitely the first place I will go for future DIY projects.

Review 3 (2023-09-28 - Rating: 5)
Helpful is an understatement to describe Regan at Howe Brothers. He was a godsend when we couldn’t get any plumbers out to our house in the timeframe we needed. He walked us through replumbing our entire bathroom ourselves. We are very happy with the results and learned so much about plumbing for the next project. Highly recommend this place!

Review 4 (2024-06-24 - Rating: 5)
Regan was helpful and knowledgeable about the shower part I needed. They only take check or cash. So come prepared for that

Review 5 (2021-02-06 - Rating: 5)
My shower handle fell off and I brought the parts over to the Howe Brothers store. One of the brothers spent about fifteen minutes with me explaining how to repair the shower handle and then offered to repair my part and if that did not work we’d replace it. He repaired the part and with his instructions , I did the rest . His time and his instructions for $10. My part was repaired in about fifteen minutes.What great service on a Saturday when most other plumbing places are closed. Shop local and use this great store for all of your plumbing needs!!

Review 6 (2023-02-25 - Rating: 5)
Regan is a treasure is all I can say. Over the years he has consistently delivered patient, on-point advice as Ive learned more about plumbing. Always kind, respectful, thoughtful, and helpful.

Review 7 (2018-01-09 - Rating: 5)
By far the best plumbing supply shop in all of Wisconsin, not just Madison... and it may be the best in the world, no joking!It doesnt matter what your level of experience or comfort with plumbing is - Regan works with everyone from local pros to inexperienced DIYers, and he does it with complete patience and professionalism.I have a really old house, and to say that it has some unique plumbing challenges would be an understatement. I cant tell you how many times Ive run over to Howe Brothers to get advice, suggestions, and parts... but every single visit results in me leaving with answers and parts that I needed.Prices are more than reasonable, and 99% of the time, parts are in-stock, even if theyre incredibly obscure or unusual.Dont waste your time with the big box stores... if you need anything plumbing related, swing down to Howe on Willy. You wont regret it!!

Review 8 (2014-05-16 - Rating: 4)
I needed a new Kohler faucet cartridge and after going to True Value I was told to check here. They had the part and the guy was super friendly. My only complaint is that I feel I may have been dramatically overcharged for the part. I never actually saw a price marked anywhere. I just ask the guy how much it was and he said $35 cash.I purchased the part for $35 and he threw in two seats for free. He also gave me some free advice about installation. The reason I feel like I may have been overcharged is that I found the same part else ware for $15 later. $15 to $35 seems to be a large price difference even for a small local shop.In the end I would recommend this place as they had the part I needed to get the job done and at the time I was willing to pay $35 to get what I needed. Just do some price checking beforehand.

Review 9 (2019-09-25 - Rating: 5)
Regan, the owner of this shop, is an amazing resource for anything and everything plumbing. Whether youre a DIY person or a professional, I can almost guarantee Regan will tell you what problems your project will run into before you even start it! Hes a master plumber and has saved me multiple headaches by troubleshooting projects with me when I go in to order supplies. Not only that, hell make sure you have ALL THE PARTS you need for a project. Ive never had to go back for something I forgot, because he makes sure Ive got everything I need. Seriously, this shop is a godsend. Home Depot has nothing on Howe Brothers Plumbing, so do yourself a favor and just go to the pro.

Review 10 (2015-06-23 - Rating: 5)
I bought a tankless waterheater and RO filter.I cant say enough good things about this place. As other reviews have said Regan dispenses his knowledge freely and the customer experience is amazing. There are many positives, but here are my highlights.1. Regan worked through the install with me in diagram form. This meant I got all the parts I needed in one trip saving me time.2. I also feel like I got quality products. Not just the cheapest parts available (and the price difference isnt that big).3. I got advise on how to maintain them. This is big as long term I know I will not be replacing it in a few years.This place is what true customer service is about - I just wish there was an electrical store that offered the same service.

Review 11 (2018-05-17 - Rating: 5)
Regan saved my butt. Four stores in Madison, had no idea how to help me finding a diverter stem for my shower. Finally got recommended to Howe Brothers from someone, and with a few pics of the previous hardware trim, he was able to find out the original model of the diverter and order the correct part. Price was still reasonable, despite having to do some digging for the right model. I tried to overpay, and he refused it haha.Good business. Hope they stick around.

Review 12 (2023-01-17 - Rating: 5)
After much frustration trying to find a pop-up drain stopper that actually works, I went to Howe Plumbing. Regan, the owner, was very helpful and I purchased from him a pop-up drain stopper that works flawlessly! Thank you, Howe Plumbing!

Review 13 (2015-03-30 - Rating: 5)
Needed plumbing parts on a Saturday morning, and this place came thru with the exact parts I needed and great advice for installation! Regans calm, helpful demeanor impressed me so, that I returned to buy a toilet & all needed supplies. Impressive customer service, very knowledgable and willing to answer/explain any questions you may have on your project. Very professional small business!

Review 14 (2020-01-11 - Rating: 5)
I was in today with my baggie of parts like so many times before. I was convinced I would leave with some kind of part to solve my problem. I explained our shower was noisy. A real loud howl. Howe Bros. patiently took me thru all the if / then possibilities. I have it all tore apart. What parts do I need ? Howe Bros nailed it. The noise is likely coming from your shower head. DOH ! What ? I replaced the shower head and the noise is gone. Howe Brothers are solution providers not parts sellers. Howe Brothers is someone I trust over and over again.

Review 15 (2019-08-03 - Rating: 5)
Fantastic, above-and-beyond help here! Solid, honest advice, superior knowledge. Can get you anything you want special-order, often for less than list. The only place Ill get any plumbing supplies. Thanks, Regan, youre the best!

Review 16 (2021-03-27 - Rating: 5)
I visited several hardware stores before I was directed to howe bros. He took one look at the part I needed replaced and got what I needed with advise on how to install it. Top notch service.

Review 17 (2023-11-17 - Rating: 5)
Would give more stars if I could! Very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful, and I was in and out very quickly! Highly recommend!

Review 18 (2017-11-20 - Rating: 5)
Prompt, honest, professional, fair prices, with above and beyond helpfulness. Highly recommended. Howe Brothers is my go-to place for plumbing solutions. They are still cash only.

Review 19 (2020-02-26 - Rating: 5)
A magician of plumbing! Helped us with a faucet. They are very knowledgeable with added craftsmanship. (which is always a relief) This is why I love to support small businesses! #quality #A+ service

Review 20 (2019-07-23 - Rating: 5)
Been a customer for decades, although mostly in the past. GREAT mom & pop (literally) store. ALWAYS extremely knowledgeable & helpful, with a surprisingly lot of stock for a smaller store.

Review 21 (2018-11-21 - Rating: 5)
I went in for advice on a leaky faucet and they were super helpful even though I wasnt buying anything. I will definitely visit them when I need anything plumbing related.

Review 22 (2015-12-15 - Rating: 5)
Howe Brothers understands plumbing and love to explain the fine points to their customers.Menards is not my plumbers helper, these guys are.

Review 23 (2024-01-20 - Rating: 5)
Highly highly recommend Howe Brothers!! I called them on a Saturday with questions that NO OTHER STORE COULD ANSWER. They patiently answered all my questions and saved the day! Thank you so much!

Review 24 (2022-09-23 - Rating: 5)
Regan is a wealth of knowledge! Lots of inventory and very helpful!

Review 25 (2023-09-28 - Rating: 5)
Have been getting help here for a couple decades, for anything plumbing related - from my vintage tub and fixtures to PVC plumbing for my pond. I have no doubt I could get parts cheaper elsewhere - if I knew what I wanted. But considering I am also getting detailed how-to info (i.e. a considerable amount of his time) whatever I pay is a bargain compared to hiring a plumber to do it. Note that this is a professional plumber here, not an inexperienced big box stock-person so I would certainly want and expect to pay him commensurate with his expertise!

Review 26 (2020-01-28 - Rating: 5)
Howe Brothers is my go to for all my plumbing needs. Great service and great advice!

Review 27 (2020-09-14 - Rating: 5)
Been going there for years...great service, friendly and helpful. A great neighborhood business.

Review 28 (2015-06-25 - Rating: 5)
Very knowledgeable, patient and friendly advice. Totally unlike the big box stores.

Review 29 (2023-05-12 - Rating: 5)
Very knowledgeable and friendly, great small business plumbing shop.

Review 30 (2022-08-04 - Rating: 5)
Regan is the best! He is by far the most knowledgeable plumber that I know.

Review 31 (2021-05-27 - Rating: 5)
I volunteer and perform maintenance at my VFW when I need parts or advice I get it.

Review 32 (2017-01-23 - Rating: 5)
This place has all the unusual threads and sizes Ive ever needed!

Review 33 (2019-01-21 - Rating: 5)
Very helpful and knowledgeable staff. Willing to make arrangements with to have a friend pick up my parts. Stock what I need. Saved me an afternoon of replacing the tub to shower conversion kit.

Review 34 (2016-12-05 - Rating: 5)
Friendly. Have parts others dont. Saved me a big head ache.

Review 35 (2017-05-17 - Rating: 5)
So helpful all of the time! Super DYI help with great knowledge. I have never stumped him yet with my 1939 plumbing parts but I keep trying.