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AZTOFLA 07-24-2025 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Velvet (Post 2448067)
I think we should have a list of companies to warn Villages to stay away from; Frank Gay, The Villages Plumber etc come to mind. Companies who don’t mind fleecing an elderly population.

Why is the Village plumber included in the list of contractors to stay away from? I researched them on this site and was unable to find any negative comments. I have had decent service from them so far. Thank you.

jswirs 07-24-2025 08:26 AM

I have been reading about this guy, Frank Gay, for several years now. All bad reviews. I would NOT USE HIM FOR ANYTHING

retiredguy123 07-24-2025 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by darrellwbryant (Post 2448144)
Frank Gay bought out Mike Scott and can use his name. There is thousands of water Heaters with Mike Scott as the installer. Do not use Mike Scott, it’s Frank Gay and you can expect a large bill for his work.!

I called Mike Scott Plumbing this morning, and they told me that this is NOT TRUE.

Road-Runner 07-24-2025 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 2448221)
I called Mike Scott Plumbing this morning, and they told me that this is NOT TRUE.

But given Frank Gay's business practices, they would tell you this wouldn't they? Not sure how to check but there has to be a way?

retiredguy123 07-24-2025 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Road-Runner (Post 2448229)
But given Frank Gay's business practices, they would tell you this wouldn't they? Not sure how to check but there has to be a way?

Possibly. But, as far as I know, Frank Gay is not using anyone else's name. They are not using Kiley and Sons name.

ton80 07-24-2025 09:31 AM

Mike Scott Plumbing is Owned BY Scott Family Members
 
Just go to Sun Biz Fl and search for Mike Scott Plumbing.

Officers are Scott Family Members assuming one is married

Officer/Director Detail :
I hereby certify that the information indicated on this report or supplemental report is true and accurate and that my electronic signature shall have the same legal effect as if made under
oath; that I am an officer or director of the corporation or the receiver or trustee empowered to execute this report as required by Chapter 607, Florida Statutes; and that my name appears
above, or on an attachment with all other like empowered.
SIGNATURE:
Electronic Signature of Signing Officer/Director Detail Date
TRACY HINDE
FILED
Jan 27, 2025
Secretary of State
8299528430CC
TRACY HINDE STD 01/27/2025
2025 FLORIDA PROFIT CORPORATION ANNUAL REPORT
No
01/27/2025
Title DP
Name SCOTT, SHAWN M
Address 668 EAST OVERDRIVE CIRCLE
City-State-Zip: HERNANDO FL 34442
Title VP
Name SCOTT, JASON C
Address 668 E OVERDRIVE CIR
City-State-Zip: HERNANDO FL 34442-9601
Title STD
Name HINDE, TRACY ANN
Address 668 E OVERDRIVE CIR
City-State-Zip: HERNANDO FL 34442-9601

Bonanza 07-24-2025 09:31 AM

Frank Gay Co. -- Boo-boo --- Hiss-hiss!
 
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Originally Posted by Kelevision (Post 2447971)
I had a good experience with them. The guy came out to fix my toilet. I had him look at my garbage disposal which had just gotten stuck.( he didn’t charge me for that) He checked it and said it was stuck and I’d need a new one. He told me the price they charge and the exact model vs how easy it is to install, so i hired a handyman for much less. I’m glad he was honest and didn’t try to sell me one then and there.

Knowing how the Frank Gay Co. operates, he probably wasn't honest.
All garbage disposers come with a "key" that you can use to "unstick" your disposer.

Did he try that first? Probably not.

Velvet 07-24-2025 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by AZTOFLA (Post 2448214)
Why is the Village plumber included in the list of contractors to stay away from? I researched them on this site and was unable to find any negative comments. I have had decent service from them so far. Thank you.

What? Do you want me to go over what happened to me? There were threads about it with their employees whining about how please don’t hate them. I have the invoice and everything. And conversation taped. Do you need me to go over it again?
Have they changed? I’m open to that possibility.

Shadow8IA 07-24-2025 04:41 PM

Frank Gay
 
It’s very common when building newer homes to have outlets in the floor where one works & the other is controlled by the light switch. He should have known right away.



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Originally Posted by VAtoFLA (Post 2447757)
Thanks. I don't know Frank Gay and have never used their services. I'll just point out there is a big jump from an outlet on the floor not working to the tech having actual knowledge of that fact "Right Away". In the end it may have turned out to be that, but I think it's a leap for the reviewer to label this business as a Scam based solely on the information they've provided here.

There are probably enough electrical folks around and I have one already with whom I'm comfortable. If I didn't, I would probably avoid Frank Gay based on this, but I'm not certain it's totally fair to them.


Shadow8IA 07-24-2025 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by AZTOFLA (Post 2448214)
Why is the Village plumber included in the list of contractors to stay away from? I researched them on this site and was unable to find any negative comments. I have had decent service from them so far. Thank you.

We do have a list. It’s at Seniors vs Crimes. This needs to be reported to them. They will also follow up on it. Frank Gay has a terrible reputation in the Villages. They used to just be plumbing but they recently added electricity.

Velvet 07-24-2025 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Shadow8IA (Post 2448326)
We do have a list. It’s at Seniors vs Crimes. This needs to be reported to them. They will also follow up on it. Frank Gay has a terrible reputation in the Villages. They used to just be plumbing but they recently added electricity.

The problem is also with companies who walk the fine line between being criminals and just gouging - our list should indicate the gouges as well as NOT RECOMMENDED companies for Villagers to use - “use at your own risk” type of thing.


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