Plumbing Company’s Reputation Questioned by Aldermen; Bid Approved
Bishop Plumbing received eight complaints since 2008, filed with the Consumer Protection Commission.
A bid for a contract worth nearly $200,000 to replace plumbing in city hall was approved by city council, 5-3, this month despite concerns voiced by aldermen. Fifth Ward Alderman James Brookman said at the May 7 meeting that he did not support Bishop Plumbing’s bid because the Consumer Protection Commission had received several complaints about the company. The commission serves as an alternative dispute resolution, like a mediator, for residents and businesses. "I can't vote for them to work in city hall," Brookman said. Brian Wilk, vice president of Bishop Plumbing, said he was aware of four complaints in 2010 and 2011. “All four complaints have been satisfied with the [Consumer Protection Commission],” Wilk said. “Both parties have been…
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James Lomonaco
10:25 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
In Sep I needed to have a kitchen sink drain rodded. I contacted Bishop Plumbing to have the work performed. In two separate phone calls, I tried to get the service rep to give me some idea as to what they charged for that job, but was rebuffed both times, saying that they don’t do quotes over the phone. Two years ago, I had the same exact job done by JespersenPlumbing, who charged $106/hr for 2.… more ›