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Advanced Plumbing & Drain

Plumber · San Francisco, CA · reviewed since 2017

How 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%93+50.7Reliability 24%91+22.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%70+4.9Craft & service penalty97−0.3Experts Score= 92Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.92SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#6 of 14 sump pump repair servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 62%
4.9 ★★★★★ 785 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
4.92★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.5%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
99%reviews answered by the owner
$305typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Advanced Plumbing & Drain at a glance

Google reviewers rate Advanced Plumbing & Drain 4.9 out of 5 based on 785 reviews, highlighting punctuality, transparent communication, and reasonable pricing for services like drain clearing and water heater installation. Many customers note that technicians are professional, efficient, and leave work areas tidy. However, low-star reviews indicate recurring issues with missed appointments, poor phone communication, and incomplete or defective work, particularly on larger projects.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 785 reviews (97% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 785 Google reviews (625 with written comments, 18 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 99% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 27, 2026.
  • Service: Sump Pump Repair Service serving San Francisco, California.

Data from Google, last updated October 27, 2026.

Score profile vs other sump pump repair services

Score per factor (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: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction93Reliability91Craft & service97Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews70Satisfaction: 93 (median 90)Reliability: 91 (median 92)Craft & service: 97 (median 98)Value: 100 (median 95)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 70 (median 62)
Advanced Plumbing & DrainSump Pump Repair Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
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.Advanced Plumbing & Drain: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
93
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.Advanced Plumbing & Drain: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
91
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle 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.Advanced Plumbing & Drain: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
97
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.Advanced Plumbing & Drain: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises 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.Advanced Plumbing & Drain: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.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.Advanced Plumbing & Drain: 70/100 on this factor. Category median: 62.B
70

Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.

Star ratings

785 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars76297%
  • 4 stars132%
  • 3 stars10%
  • 2 stars30%
  • 1 star61%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 625 written reviews

  • Praise1,37098%
  • Complaints222%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price3621%
  • Reasonable12372%
  • Overpriced21%
  • Not sure95%
$305-36% vs typical sump pump repair services

Middle half of what 144 customers paid ($227–$555) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Speed & response39328%
  • Staff & attitude35425%
  • Quality & results18914%
  • Would recommend14911%
  • Price & value1289%
  • Communication1138%
  • Honesty & trust665%

What customers talk about

We read 625 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Scheduling was incredibly easy, and they even offered to send someone out the same day.”
    “On the day of appointment the technician was an hour late and came unprepared, lacking tools and the parts for the job.”
  • “Dylan was great to work with, very professional and courteous.”
    “The plumber was rude and condescending because he was talking to a female.”
  • “Did a great job replacing an old cast iron section of pipe with new copper.”
    “If you want terrible customer service this is the place!”
  • “Definitely will use them again for all plumbing needs.”
    “…company is okay with hiring men that catcall in their company van, I would not recommend.…”
  • “NIck, the owner was probably pretty good as he gave me a reasonable quote right on the phone!”
    “Amazing service, very commonly used in my building, don’t overcharge for basic services!”
  • “arrived early, clearly explained what he was doing, did what I needed, and left it tidy.”
    “They completely ghosted us after creating a huge inconvenience in our house.”
  • “Their service was so kind, transparent, and very informational from start to end.”

People customers mention

  • Alex 45 reviews
  • Gabriel 24 reviews
  • Ron 16 reviews
  • Nick 14 reviews
  • Aaron 10 reviews
  • Dylan 9 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Advanced Plumbing & Drain for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Isabel8 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 week ago★★★★★

Dustin went out of his way to fix leaking toilet and shower! Advanced plumbing & Drain is the best.. responded quickly and professionally.

Paid $400–600Great priceToilet repair
Andrew12 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 week ago★★★★★

The team at Advanced Plumbing & Drain has been a great partner over the years, and Gabriel is particularly helpful and has solved a number of problems for us.

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Gary6 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 week ago★★★★★

NIck, the owner was probably pretty good as he gave me a reasonable quote right on the phone! But, his installer Alex WAS GREAT! Within 30 seconds of seeing my dad's current installation: not earthquake proof, gas vent elbows are 90 degrees and rusting, the water in&outlets are stiff copper, not flex ... also, the…

Paid $2,000+Great priceWater heater installation
David6 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 week ago★★★★★

arrived early, clearly explained what he was doing, did what I needed, and left it tidy. perfect

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Dawn1 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. · a week ago★★★★★

There are times when I wish I could give less than a star and then there are rare times I wish I could give MORE THAN FIVE STARS. This is one of those instances - Advanced Plumbing & Drain was amazing. My technician was on time and had the skill and expertise to address my plumbing issue. These folks also offer…

Paid $1,000–1,200Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detection
Alayna10 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Their service was so kind, transparent, and very informational from start to end. Their communication via phone and email was diligent and helped fix our drain issues. I’d use them again for sure. Thanks so much!

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceDrain cleaningSewer cleaningShower repair

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 785 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Andy Yang12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Andy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had a leaking drain pipe in the wall that needed to be located and fixed. Dylan was great to work with, very professional and courteous. Did a great job replacing an old cast iron section of pipe with new copper. Highly recommend Dylan and Advanced Plumbing!

  • Services: Plumbing leak detection, Plumbing pipe repair
Jacquelyn Horton4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jacquelyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Super nice and helpful. They’re very transparent and explain things well. Very friendly and reliable.

  • Services: Toilet repair, Plumbing leak detection
Response from the owner · 14 hours ago

Thank you, Jacquelyn! We’re so glad you found our team friendly, helpful, and reliable. We believe clear communication and transparency make all the difference, and we truly appreciate your kind words and trust!

Bill and Evelyn Masterson6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Bill has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great job. Prompt. Employees were friendly, clean, and meticulous. Definitely will use them again for all plumbing needs.

Response from the owner · 14 hours ago

Thank you for the great feedback! We're glad our team made a positive impression with their friendly service and attention to detail. We truly appreciate your trust and look forward to helping with all your future plumbing needs!

franckernsLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews franckerns has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

**Excellent Service from Start to Finish!** I had an outstanding experience with Advanced Plumbing! Scheduling was incredibly easy, and they even offered to send someone out the same day. Since the following day worked better for me, they happily accommodated my schedule\. The technician arrived right on time, was exceptionally courteous and professional, and completed the repair quickly and efficiently. The entire experience was seamless from start to finish. It’s refreshing to find a company that values customer service, punctuality, and professionalism. I highly recommend Advanced Plumbing and wouldn’t hesitate to use them again.

  • Positive: Responsiveness, Quality, Professionalism
  • Services: Water heater installation
Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled Gabriel could assist with replacing both water heaters so quickly and make the process smooth and easy to understand. We truly appreciate your kind words and your trust in our team!

Isabel Ortiz8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Isabel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Dustin went out of his way to fix leaking toilet and shower! Advanced plumbing & Drain is the best.. responded quickly and professionally.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $400–600
  • Services: Toilet repair
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for your kind words! We’re glad Dustin could quickly and professionally resolve the leaking toilet and shower issues. We appreciate your trust and are happy we could help!

Andrew Strickman12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Andrew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The team at Advanced Plumbing & Drain has been a great partner over the years, and Gabriel is particularly helpful and has solved a number of problems for us.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $200–400
  • Services: Drain cleaning
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for your continued trust over the years! We’re glad Gabriel has been able to help resolve your plumbing issues. We truly appreciate your partnership and look forward to supporting you whenever you need us!

Gary Shem6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gary has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

NIck, the owner was probably pretty good as he gave me a reasonable quote right on the phone! But, his installer Alex WAS GREAT! Within 30 seconds of seeing my dad's current installation: not earthquake proof, gas vent elbows are 90 degrees and rusting, the water in&outlets are stiff copper, not flex ... also, the water tank had a small leak! He made everything to code, while Sean arrived with added parts to complete the job. You got a great crew, Nick.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $2,000+
  • Services: Water heater installation
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for sharing such detailed feedback! We’re glad Alex and Sean could work together to make sure the water heater installation was safe and up to code. We appreciate your kind words about our team and will be sure to pass along your compliments to everyone, including Nick!

David Singer6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

arrived early, clearly explained what he was doing, did what I needed, and left it tidy. perfect

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $200–400
  • Services: Drain cleaning
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for the great feedback! We’re glad everything went smoothly, the work was clearly explained, and the area was left tidy. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience!

Dawn Cox1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Dawn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

There are times when I wish I could give less than a star and then there are rare times I wish I could give MORE THAN FIVE STARS. This is one of those instances - Advanced Plumbing & Drain was amazing. My technician was on time and had the skill and expertise to address my plumbing issue. These folks also offer superb communication and service. Highly recommend this outfit to fulfill your plumbing needs!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $1,000–1,200
  • Services: Plumbing leak detection
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you, Dawn, for such wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that our technician provided timely, expert plumbing service and kept communication clear throughout the process. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate your trust in us.

Heidi Jacquin12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Heidi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Came out to fix a clogged line very quickly at a reasonable price! Would absolutely recommend this company!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Toilet repair
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for your kind words and recommendation! We’re glad we could respond quickly, clear your clogged line, and provide service at a fair price. We truly appreciate your trust and support!

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