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Tom Day Plumbing and Drains Toronto

Updated 2026-08-13 · 10,714 reviewed · 300 listed · Scored from 23 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(23) 80 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Emergency PlumbingBackflow Prevention & TestingBathroom & Kitchen Plumbing RemodelLeak Detection & Pipe RepairPlumberWater Heater Installation & RepairDrain & Sewer Cleaning

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Tom Day Plumbing and Drains Toronto
Services
Emergency Plumbing, Backflow Prevention & Testing, Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing Remodel
Reviews
23

What recent reviews say

Tom Day Plumbing earns consistent praise for same-day response, transparent pricing, and quality workmanship. Technicians Jamie and Tom arrive on schedule, explain problems clearly, and leave sites clean. One customer disputed a $500 labour bill for a kitchen faucet install spread across two visits at $255/hr; most others report fair value and reasonable quotes compared to competitors.

Praised for
  • punctual arrival
  • fair pricing
  • thorough work
  • honest advice
  • friendly staff
Watch-outs
  • high hourly rate with multiple visits
  • unexpected return charges
punctualfair-pricingskilled-staffresponsiveupfront-quotesclean-workhonest-assessmentreliable
Best for: homeowners who value reliability, clear communication, and fair pricing over speed alone.
Think twice if: multiple return visits can accumulate labour charges quickly at the hourly rate; clarify total cost before Tom leaves your home.

Strengths

  • same-day response time
  • transparent upfront quotes
  • owner and skilled technician work directly on jobs
  • long customer relationships (15+ years for some)

Worth knowing

  • Technician Jamie frequently works directly on jobs alongside owner Tom
  • Used video scope to show customer the cleared drain after snaking main line
  • One customer compared Tom's drain work to Mr. Rooter's $11,000 replacement quote, found Tom's solution more honest
  • Kitchen faucet install quoted at $255/hr with return visit charged separately; one customer paid $500 total
  • Offered upfront advice to buy replacement faucets beforehand to avoid a second trip charge
  • Handles complex jobs like bathroom remodels with custom solutions for older homes

What reviews say by service

Drain & Sewer Cleaning
snaked main drain blockage with root growth efficiently and showed customer video evidence of cleared line
Leak Detection & Pipe Repair
quickly identified water leak from toilet tank attachment and repaired same day
Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing Remodel
faucet repair and replacement work praised for problem-solving and professional installation; bathroom renovation feedback noted creative solutions for older homes
Emergency Plumbing
responds within one hour to urgent calls like water leaks and main drain backups
Water Heater Installation & Repair
no direct review evidence

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.83 average across the 256 emergency plumbing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 36% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 85
Review volume 60
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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21
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Common questions

How quickly can Tom Day Plumbing respond to an emergency?
Multiple reviews report same-day response, with one customer receiving arrival within one hour after morning call.
Will I get a clear quote before work starts?
Yes. Tom offers upfront pricing and advice before beginning work; one customer recalls him suggesting replacement faucet purchases upfront to avoid a second trip charge.
Does Tom or Jamie do the work, or do you get a different crew?
Owner Tom and technician Jamie work directly on jobs, often together. Several long-term customers have dealt with both.

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Last updated 2026-08-13