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Ace Plumbing & Rooter, Inc. logoHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%86+46.9Reliability 24%84+20.4Value 14%90+12.7Replies to reviews 7%40+2.8Experts Score= 83Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.83SCORE

Ace Plumbing & Rooter, Inc.

San Francisco, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #10Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 14 sump pump repair services · 4.9★ from 1,200 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other sump pump repair services (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Ace Plumbing & Rooter, Inc. is better than 86% of sump pump repair services.A
86
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Ace Plumbing & Rooter, Inc. is better than 84% of sump pump repair services.A
84
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Ace Plumbing & Rooter, Inc. is better than 100% of sump pump repair services.A
100
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Ace Plumbing & Rooter, Inc. is better than 90% of sump pump repair services.A
90
MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Ace Plumbing & Rooter, Inc. is better than 100% of sump pump repair services.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Ace Plumbing & Rooter, Inc. is better than 40% of sump pump repair services.C
40

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Customers hired Ace Plumbing & Rooter, Inc. for 8 kinds of job.

Ace Plumbing & Rooter, Inc. for water heater repair

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.33
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.76
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$200–300
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$264–$796
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 77/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Water heater repair”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#10 / 10
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.90%

All 33 Google reviews tagged “Water heater repair” · showing 20

vinaLocal Guide · 29 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Amazing communications, service and easy to pay! Will use them again in the future.

Paid $200–400Great priceWater heater repair
Faren9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a month ago★★★★★

I’ve known Jonathan for a long time, and he is a great friend and a genuinely good person. Last week, I had an emergency heating issue in one of my buildings, and Jonathan immediately arranged for a boiler technician to come out and diagnose the problem. Justin was excellent. He quickly identified the issue, fixed…

Water heater repair
Holly2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Mayner was knowledgeable and professional. He identified the failed valve that was making our water run cold, explained it all clearly, and helped us figure out our recirculator questions, which had nagged us for years. We’d work with him again anytime.

Paid $400–600Reasonable priceWater heater repair
EvelynLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Our family has been trusting Ace plumbing for over 10 years. They have always been responsive, prompt, thorough, reasonable and they always get the job done. I trust Ace and I give them my highest recommendation.

Toilet repairDrain cleaningWater heater repair
DavidLocal Guide · 26 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★

This is just based on getting an estimate. They did not do work for me. The first appointment I cancelled because they were going to be too late. They did keep me informed of them being late, so that is good. They came today to give an estimate. They wanted to upsell me. I just wanted maintenance on my water…

Water heater repair
Scott1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Quick response and prompt repair service with the parts replaced despite being new 2 month old water heater unit that my plumber installed. Parts were still warranty for 6 years as per manufacturer info. Always a real person or staff answering the phone not a robo answering machine. Highly recommended in SF

Paid $800–900Reasonable priceWater heater installationWater heater repair
DamjanLocal Guide · 92 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★

DO NOT. find someone else. I was unhappy with the service. I've reached out to the main office. They never responded.

Paid $1,000+OverpricedWater heater repair
Kenta1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Kenner was very timely, professional, and friendly. He was open to really digging into what was happening with my water heater in order to get it to work. I never felt pushed for extra time, or cost, and he was very upfront with recommendations on what would be most economical. Overall I would recommend him in…

Paid $1–100Not sureWater heater repair
Dave5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 9 months ago★★★★★

Our water heater had no hot water. Luckily, Carlos and Dave were available and they promptly diagnosed the problem, got the parts and we had hot water by lunch time. Great job, guys.

Paid $500–600Reasonable pricePlumbing leak repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
DonaldLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Johnny was punctual. He helped to patiently diagnose my problem and proposed a repair that solved my problem.

Water heater repair
anita5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Our boiler broke, leaving us without heat and hot water several days before Christmas. We had never dealt with Ace before, but they responded immediately and professionally. An experienced plumber came out and spent several hours fixing the system, which saved us from suffering with no heat throughout the holidays. We very highly recommend Ace!

Paid $900–1,000Reasonable priceWater heater repair
Mugdha2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Justin came to fix my water heater that not only provides hot water but also heats the house (radiant floor heating). He was able to get it running in a short time. Not everyone is able to do this type of job so I am lucky that there are people like Justin who really know what they’re doing! I’ve used this…

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceWater heater repair
John1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

HIGHLY recommend! Justin was so helpful - great at communicating what he was doing and why, and so efficient in getting to root of our issue and fixing it quickly. We've worked with other plumbing companies in the past, and this was such a pleasant surprise. I can't recommend Ace highly enough!

Paid $200–300Great priceWater heater repair
Heather2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

My consistent go-to for years. Responsive, efficient, and fantastic work. Would never call anyone else for plumbing needs for my home.

Plumbing leak repairWater heater repairDrain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
CeciliaLocal Guide · 17 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Very honest service, on time and quick solution. Will definitely call them again!

Water heater repair
John4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Mario did a fantastic job identifying and fixing a very complicated issue. Much appreciated!!

Great priceWater tank repairWater heater repair
DavidLocal Guide · 17 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Been using Ace for Home for years ...Just had them work on my water heater at my restaurant. they are fast and efficient and well priced. Armando was awesome, ask for him if you can

Paid $700–800Water heater repair
Colleen8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Came through for us very quickly & professionally to fully replace our water heater. Thanks for your help guys - we appreciate you!

Water heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Jim5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

friendly, knowledgeable,on time and professional! Will definitely use them and recommend them!

Water heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Rik1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

I wanted to write a second review to recommend Ace plumbing particularly Franco and his crew. They saved us once again from another issue made by the prior plumber. Unfortunately our brand new toilets were not installed properly and as a result there was leaking coming from behind. Franco and his colleague came…

Plumbing leak detectionFaucet installationGarbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality

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Price

$529+10% vs typical sump pump repair services

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 20%Reasonable 67%Overpriced 5%Not sure 8%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Drain cleaning172$248–$506
Plumbing pipe repair120$269–$1.4k
Toilet repair108$251–$611
Plumbing leak detection66$216–$559
Water heater installation58$1.4k–$2.8k
Faucet repair53$264–$782
Plumbing leak repair51$239–$618
Sewer repair48$1.2k–$2.8k

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