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Len The Plumber, Inc.

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    Customer Complaints Summary

    • 171 total complaints in the last 3 years.
    • 68 complaints closed in the last 12 months.

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    • Initial Complaint

      Date:10/24/2023

      Type:Customer Service Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      We hired LTP in May of this year to replace our water heater and boiler. The first tech, Stephen, did not clean up the mud and other debris he tracked in after replacing the water heater. I cleaned it myself. When he returned to replace the boiler, he was accompanied by two more techs, one named Dale and another whose name I cannot recall. They left our house a complete mess. In addition to damaging one of our rugs in the laundry room, they damaged every one of our basement steps as they brought the new boiler inside. Again, mud and other debris were tracked in and never cleaned. Rather than being professional and advising us of the damage they had caused, they left without saying a word. I discovered the condition they left my house in after finishing work for the day. To make matter even worse, they left without relighting the pilot for the water heater, an issue I become aware of when realizing we were again without hot water.

      The next day, a rep named Dave came out to clean the house and document the damages. He also relit the pilot.

      To this day, the job is not complete. I am still paying for it. No one has come to bundle the wiring and ensure the heating is working properly. I was told the tech Stephen was to come back, but I understand he has since been let go. In addition, the property damage to my home has not been addressed. LTP management advised the estimate we submitted for the steps is too high and they refuse to pay it. They offered to have someone look at the steps, but we declined given the work product we have seen from them. Despite numerous requests, they have refused to provide their GL carrier’s info so we can make a claim. On numerous occasions, we’ve been told a claim would be filed, but that has never happened.

      Business Response

      Date: 10/30/2023

      Please bear with us. Attempts to reach the customer to form a resolution have been unsuccessful. As of 230pm today it was brought to my attention that more time was needed due to our Branch Manager and the customer missing one another's calls. I hope to have a resolution within the next day or two.

      Business Response

      Date: 11/02/2023

      Our Branch Manager has spoken to the customer and are in the process of forming a resolution. Thank you!

      Business Response

      Date: 03/08/2024

      We are willing to send out 2 contractors to provide estimates for the repair of the scratch to the step. We are not willing to replace the stairs.

      Customer Answer

      Date: 03/11/2024



      Better Business Bureau:



      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********. 

      We expect to have the stairs returned to the condition they were in prior to your employees’ negligence. I will await contact from your contractors. I hope they understand they are to write estimates and not prepare invoices as to not prolong this matter even further. 

      Also, what about consideration for the rug you damaged? You should have a detailed report outlining all the damages your employees caused, including the rug.



      Sincerely,



      ****** ********

      Customer Answer

      Date: 03/21/2024

      We are still waiting to hear from Len/their contractors to schedule the in-person inspection of our damaged steps. We also have not received any offer in consideration of our damaged rug.

       

      Customer Answer

      Date: 04/22/2024



      Better Business Bureau:



      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID 20773866, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.


      I sincerely hope I hear from your contractors soon. Please also advise what your offer is in consideration of the rug that you damaged.


      Sincerely,



      ****** ********

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:10/17/2023

      Type:Customer Service Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      Hello and thank you for your time, We have been trying for two (2) years to get our boiler fixed by your company, to no resolve.
      Invoice # *********, in which plumber stated thermal couple needs to be replaced. This was after the third attempt in which no one showed up for the first time, dispatch calls me 30mins after technician should have been there to tell me hes not coming at all. The next two appointments dispatch made, and the technician still was no call no show.
      After boiler stop working again, I called back, at which time I was told the damper needs to be reset. This technician appointment was not on time the first appointment either and caused another day of missed work. This plumber also stated hes not a boiler service technician, n which we requested since last service. We were charged $243 w/ laughter very un professional, resetting damper. Further more, we did not receive an invoice for this service, which he said he would send.
      Behold the boiler went out again, filled with frustration I called ********** ******* ******, which found a hole in the exhaust work, stating this is why your boiler keeps kicking off.
      Meanwhile two Len technicians changed a part that did not need replaced, OK. But put my family in harms way by introducing CO into home by not finding this sooner.

      With more phone calls again, you will find first missed appointment, October 11, 11am to 2pm, dispatch called AFTER 2PM to state he was not coming at all. Second appointment NO CALL NO SHOW. Dispatch calls a day later to state technician is on its way. (emails and Screenshots ) comfirm appointments and times.
      Upon ****** ******* ****** replacement of ******* liner (October 2023) the boiler and duct was so clogged it caused massive debris in the damper and furnace box.
      I was force to get another company to fix and resolve issues, due to Len The Plumber not fixing. The furnace needed a good tune up and cleaning.
      I Pray there was no CO poison, I am requesting a full refund for $243.

      Customer Answer

      Date: 10/17/2023

      Wow and thank you BBB for getting more than I could get done. 

      Im not sure if they  are addressing our problem my name is not Mr. *****, and further more, I spoke with no one this year (October 10, 2023) to discuss a leak or inspection. 

      Please reach out again and let me know, also is it possible for me to get the email of the service manager in question 

       

      Business Response

      Date: 10/17/2023

      Mr. *******,

      I apologize for any confusion with our earlier response.  That was indeed was not intended for you. We never enjoy hearing of a customer is dissatisfied and hope to resolve this issue quickly.  I have viewed the job number you submitted and have sent your case to the Branch Management Team for investigation. It appears that your original service was 1 year ago on 10/13/22 (see attached job list) and a recall service appt. was completed on shortly there after on 11/16.  A Member of the Management Team for our Baltimore Branch will reach out to you within 24-48 hours. If you need any assistance in the meantime please feel free to email me here or directly, ss****@lentheplumber.com.

      Thank you,

      Stacy S****

      Business Response

      Date: 10/18/2023

      I've been notified that our Baltimore Branch Manager and Mr ******* have come to a mutually agreed upon resolution. Thank you all!

      Customer Answer

      Date: 10/23/2023

      Hello BBB The branch Manager sent an email on Oct. 18, 2023 for a full refund, Im just waiting on the money to post before I respond back satisfactory.
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:10/06/2023

      Type:Customer Service Issues
      Status:
      ResolvedMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      7/31/23 TO 8/4/23 we had an employee from Len The Plumber do work at our house. It was a major disaster with the damage caused as a result of his work to the house and the original work requested was never completed. We contacted Len the Plumber Management about our concerns they came to our house to review the damage and walk through the concerns. We were left with having to find someone else to provide the services for the repairs to the damage left behind. We were informed by the Len The Plumber Management to send the invoice and receipts to them for reimbursement. We have submitted and attempted to contact the Len The Plumber Management with no return call or response to email. We were lead to believe they were truly concerned and wanted to make it right.

      Business Response

      Date: 10/11/2023

      We were able to work with this customer and come to a
      resolution. All parties were satisfied.

      Customer Answer

      Date: 10/12/2023



      Better Business Bureau:



      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.




      Sincerely,



      ***** * ***** ******
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:10/03/2023

      Type:Customer Service Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I called LTP on 11 September 2023 I was due to have a hot water heater replaced on 12 September 2023 however, the repair put the in stall date a week later. I have called 10 times at least to get my deposit of $600 back. The work was never attempted or completed by LTP

      Business Response

      Date: 10/06/2023

      After speaking with
      the customer, we have reached a resolution and the customer is satisfied.
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:09/26/2023

      Type:Customer Service Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      Len the plumber came out and diagnosed an issue with a pipe leaking behind the shower wall. We approved the repair and found a lot of damage from the water. Called out Home Owners insurance company. Found out our Home Owners insurance will cover for the demolition. We spent three weeks asking Len the Plumber for an itemized breakdown of all the repairs completed. I spent 18k with them in the last month between the Sewer department and the Plumbing department. Their service department has refused to call us back or speak to us on the phone. What we are asking for is not UN-reasonable. I don't understand why we can't get a break down of costs for all the work. They bill by the job - but don't tell you what your paying for. We saw on the technicians tablet a break down of the repairs. So we know that it is available and yet they refuse to speak to us or work with us. They provided a word doc to us that states 60% of bill was labor and 40% was parts. This is unacceptable.

      Business Response

      Date: 09/27/2023

      I was notified that an Itemized Invoice was emailed to the customer this morning. We are considering this case closed. Thank you!
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:09/11/2023

      Type:Customer Service Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      Len the Plumber charges $49 to come out and provide an estimate. When the Jason G****** arrived, he entered one apartment to check for leaking toilets and then shut the water off and check the meter to see if it was still moving. He noticed that the meter was wet outside but stated that the leak appeared to be on the city side. I then asked would that be provided on the invoice when I pay the $49 and he said no. He stated that he would have to charge me $189 to provide that information in writing. Once I received the paperwork, it was just a invoice with the stated information on it. I then called the Office and asked the Admin Assistant what was provided with the $49 and she stated that they would come out, diagnose the problem and then give me an invoice, so I asked her then why did Mr. G****** charge me $183. She became flustered and got the manager, Todd. Todd got on the phone and became defensive and belilgerent after I stated that I believed that Mr. G****** took advantage of me. Todd then hung up on me. I then searched for the scheduling email that I received an realized that that email states the following "Your technician will then explain their findings and provide you with options for how to fix or replace the issue AND provide a quote to do so. Mr. G****** should have charged me $49 to diagnose the problem and provide me with an invoice that stated that the meter was leaking and that I needed to call the city. Instead, he took LIED and said that it costed $183. I aslo learned that Mr. G****** is not a licensed Plumber.

      Business Response

      Date: 09/15/2023

      I received an email this morning from our Branch Manager that all issues have been mutually resolved with this customer.  Thanks!
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:09/11/2023

      Type:Customer Service Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      On August 16, 2023, a plumber from Len the Plumber came out to the property and did the initial diagnosis (which was completely wrong) as the leak was still occurring a few days later. They sent someone else out from the company and the was reluctant to cut the drywall, even though I gave permission to find out the issue and he did not...but instead did the same job the last tech did and sealed around the shower handle. The leak was still occurring. Called them again and they kept rescheduling at the last minute. Finally after the third rescheduling, they called again at the last minute and cancelled leaving me with the problem after being inconvenienced on multiple occasions by them and out of $296 which could've gone towards the bill to the new plumbing company (******* * ****) that I called. The new company that I called came out early the next morning, which was great considering the late cancellation by Len the Plumber, and did a thorough diagnosis and fixed the issue the same day. Waste of time, energy, frustration and money on the part of Len the Plumber from beginning to end.

      Business Response

      Date: 09/13/2023

      Per our Baltimore Branch Manager, "After speaking with Mr. ********, We have satisfied all
      concerns and they are happy with our resolution."
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/28/2023

      Type:Customer Service Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      On 8/17/23, Len the Plumber came out, charged me $498, but did not fix my water heater. They told me I need a new water heater and it would costs over $5000. When the plumber left I immediately started working on getting estimates for water heaters. FH **** came out right away and in 15 minutes, fixed the issue, and told me my water heater does not need replacing for some years. I had to keep calling to get a manager at Len the Plumber. When Kelli L***** finally responded, it was a pretty generic email. I requested a discussion and I requested my money back. Neither she nor anyone else has responded back to me. I paid a lot of money, they didn't fix the problem, gave me bad advice and now won't even truly work with me on a fair refund or anything. This is terrible. They cashed my check within just a few minutes of receiving it and now won't communicate. I feel really shafted by this company.

      Business Response

      Date: 08/30/2023

      We are happy to report that this case was resolved amicably with the customer.  Thanks!

      Customer Answer

      Date: 09/05/2023

      Just adding that I received Ed a call from the manager Kellie and she indicated I should receive a refund by September 11th.

      Thank you

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/28/2023

      Type:Customer Service Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      We had some plumbing work done at our house. After two days of working we spent approximately $2000. The second technician then offered us a service contract for plumbing, heating and air conditioning. We purchased the contract and Len the Plumber started billing our credit card monthly. A few weeks later we returned home from vacation to find our upstairs air conditioning not working. We called Len The Plumber and they told us they don’t offer air conditioning service in our area yet. We were upset that they honor the contract. We called and canceled the contract. Now, weeks later one of the sinks originally repaired has started leaking again. When I call now I’m told we are on a “no service list”. They won’t send any technicians out.

      Business Response

      Date: 08/30/2023

      Mr. ******,
      Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. 
      It is standard procedure for our Membership Team to place a “Do Not Service”
      tag on a customer profile when that customer breaches the 12-Month Membership
      Agreement that awarded them savings above $500. Our Technicians are trained to
      notified customers when a Branch will begin offering a new service which is to
      be covered within the agreement. In your case, our PA Branch will begin
      offering Heating and Air services on October 1st, 2023. This portion
      of the agreement includes 2 yearly annual checkups. We do understand that it
      must have been frustrating to not have been able to take advantage of those
      services at your time of need. As an act of good faith, we have cancelled your
      Membership agreement without penalty as well as removed the Do Not Service tag
      from your account.  Please note that you will not be eligible to re-enter
      this agreement. With regards to the reoccurring plumbing issue you’re
      experiencing, our records indicate that a Recall Service has been scheduled for
      this Friday, 9/1/23, at 8am to inspect services rendered by our plumbing team
      on 6/30/23. If there are any further questions or concerns, please feel free to
      contact us here or via email, ************@lentheplumber.com.
      Thank you.
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/22/2023

      Type:Customer Service Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      Leaking water heater replaced with new unit. Was sold a membership at the same time.
      Several times the house circuit breaker tripped after installation. Several attempts to solve this caused me to fix it myself.
      They replaced a water heater with a 5,500 watt load with a 12,000 watt load on my circuit breaker, and they could not understand why the breaker tripped.
      When I spoke to the manager, he apologized, and promised to stop the membership with no penalty.
      Since then I have received 3 e-mail attempts to start charging me for the membership, and it is harassment.
      "An exceptional membership charge is pending on your account. We will attempt to process the charge again within the next 5 business days. If unsuccessful, further steps will be taken.
      To update your Card on File, kindly contact us at (844) 912-5276.
      if you have any questions or concerns about membership pricing or service, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We hope to continue serving you and your family with the highest level of service and care. "
      I need this to stop.
      I need a written letter explaining why they keep harassing me, and that it will stop.
      I need an e-mail stating this will never happen again.
      I want this in the BBB records for all to see.

      Business Response

      Date: 08/28/2023

      First and foremost, I apologize for my delayed response, I was OOO last week when this came in.  However, if does appear that this Membership was effectively canceled and removed from our monthly membership billing last week, on 8/22/23. Please see attached. Thank you.

      Customer Answer

      Date: 08/29/2023



      Complaint: ********



      I am rejecting this response because:

      This began in April 2023.

      I was promised many times this nonsense would stop, and again I see a screenshot of something saying it may have stopped.

      I want a clear letter stating why this took so long and that it is officially over, according to corporate LTP.

      I want the same in an e-mail.

      This needs to be the REAL end, since I have so many empty promises.



      Sincerely,



      ***** *****

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