Colin Frazier
3 years ago
The rating provided is 2 stars. I have used Modern Plumbing and Backflow several times before with good results. Unfortunately, this experience left me a dissatisfied customer. The original request was to (1) Remove and install a dishwasher (2) Remove and install washer valves (3) Repair master sink pop-up assembly (leak under master sink - piping connected to sink). First, it is important to communicate each team member was very professional, courteous, and responsive - the reason for the second star. The initial visit was for the quote - everything went well and paid a bit over $100 for the quote visit. The quote seemed reasonable (~$640 total) for the 3 tasks.The first visit to execute the three repairs took several hours, as expected. During the visit, there were issues with the dishwasher installation alignment and, with a stainless steel tub, there was bending that caused indentation in the tub and the dishwasher was forced into the position. The team member tried his best to get it aligned, in the end, it was out of alignment, which we agreed was not desirable, but could not be better.After the first visit, the incurred damage inside the dishwasher tub, coupled with the alignment issue presented a situation where the door would not close properly. Also, the master sink was still leaking substantially.Called Modern Plumbing. They were professional and courteous. Offered another visit.Second visit: Two team members came to the house to realign the dishwasher and install it correctly. They also worked on the master sink to fix the leak. The dishwasher was reinstalled and the door shut properly after this second visit. They also attempted to repair the leak under the master sink, however, it continued to leak.Called Modern Plumbing. Explained the master sink continued to leak underneath. They offered a third visit.Third visit: They arrived, still professional and courteous, wanting to fix the issue. They replaced the original replacement piece from the first visit underneath the sink. Tested it, and communicated no leaks. They left and the sink continued to leak underneath.Called Modern Plumbing. Explained it had been three visits and was still leaking. At this point, the customer expectation is to complete the job and provide return compensation to make things right.Fourth visit: The professional team member arrived and apologized for the situation. He then tightened all the piping and executed a thorough test for leak. There were no leaks.This concluded the three original repairs quoted four visits prior. We elected to choose Modern Plumbing to execute this job, and this was not done through insurance or a home warranty. I am partially agreeable to paying the full price for the dishwasher removal/installation (two visits) and fully agreeable paying the fully price for the washer valve replacement (one visit). However, after four visits for a specific repair, a refund for the specific job would be appropriate. The master sink repair was quoted at $166. As a previously loyal customer to Modern Plumbing, a refund for $166 should have been offered as compensation for this situation.I reiterate, the Modern Plumbing team conducted communications professionally, and the technicians were courteous and professional as well throughout each visit. I am disheartened and disappointed in the outcome of the situation.