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Approve Home Services 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%73+39.8Reliability 24%68+16.5Value 14%45+6.4Replies to reviews 7%48+3.4Craft & service penalty66−3.4Experts Score= 63Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.63SCORE

Approve Home Services

Hibbing, MN · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #43Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 44 leak detection services · 4.7★ from 173 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other leak detection 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: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: value.

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.Approve Home Services is better than 73% of leak detection services.B
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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.Approve Home Services is better than 68% of leak detection services.B
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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.Approve Home Services is better than 66% of leak detection services.B
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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.Approve Home Services is better than 45% of leak detection services.C
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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.Approve Home Services is better than 100% of leak detection services.A
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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.Approve Home Services is better than 48% of leak detection services.C
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Customers hired Approve Home Services for 8 kinds of job.

Approve Home Services for plumbing pipe repair

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.28
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$1,000+
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$322–$1.1k
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 81/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Plumbing pipe 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.#28 / 39
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.92%

All 28 Google reviews tagged “Plumbing pipe repair” · showing 20

SamLocal Guide · 132 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Mike and Ryan did a great job with the plumbing issue that I had. They were professional, listened, answered questions, explained what they were doing, gave advice, and replaced the old/broken items in a timely manner and without any further issues. Shout-out to the front-desk/reception people as well. They were super friendly and professional. Thanks!

Paid $1,000–1,500Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repair
lu1 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 months ago★★★★★

Both guys were great

Paid $1,000–1,500Not sureDrain cleaningPlumbing pipe repairPlumbing leak repair
Sara2 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 4 months ago★★★★★

Timely and friendly service. Very professional!

Paid $600–700Not surePlumbing pipe repairFaucet installation
30591 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. · Edited 4 months ago★★★★★

Everyone is helpful and positive. We got our job completed quickly and they even worked around some scheduling glitches on our part.

Paid $500–600Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repair
Todd2 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Terry did a great job figuring out the leak and getting it fixed. Also very helpful with addressing an issue with the water supply to outside spigot.

Paid $500–1,000Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repairService not listed
Don3 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 5 months ago★★★★★

We had to have our home repiped and while we were doing that we had a walkin shower installed. We appreciate all the technicians, Mike, Ryan, Terry, Johann, Mark, and Joe. who came out to make this possible in a short period of time.

Not sureShower installationPlumbing pipe repair
Nancy3 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 8 months ago★★★★★

On Demand hot water heater

Paid $100–200Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repair
russelLocal Guide · 6 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★★★★★

Excelent service from the Plumber & The Electrian,very personable and profesional

Paid $300–400Great priceElectrical inspectionsPlumbing leak detectionElectrical fuse changing
PriscillaLocal Guide · 9 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★★★★★

Our tankless water heater malfunctioned the day before New Year’s Eve. Unfortunately this was our source of heat and it was -20. Approve plumbing came out emergently and unfortunately we had to order a new water heater, due to the holiday it took 3 days to arrive. They lent us space heaters to try and prevent burst…

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installationPlumbing pipe repairWater heater repair
Shirley1 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★★★★★

If you're looking for a plumber or electrician, contact Approve Home Services. They're professional, efficient and friendly.

Reasonable priceWater heater installationPlumbing pipe repair
mary1 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

They were prompt, very professional and knowledgeable

Paid $1,000+Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repairService not listed
S.L.3 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Ryan with Approve was fantastic. Fast, PROFESSIONAL, courteous, informed, knowledgeable, great communication and explanation with estimate and potential work.

Paid $1–100Great priceToilet repairPlumbing pipe repairFaucet repair
Jim11 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★★★★★

Used Approve to fix my propane boiler and some other plumbing in my kitchen. Mike was great! I'd definitely use Approve again. Some have said that they are high priced. That may be, but I'll gladly pay a bit more for an honest plumber who actually returns calls and fixes things right. They offer a free…

Paid $1,000+Not surePlumbing pipe repairService not listed
John2 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★★★★★

Ryan showed up on time and worked almost 4 hours on my plumbing problems. He didn't waste time. Just went to work and got both problems fixed. I will call them again if I need a plumber.

Paid $1,000+OverpricedDrain cleaningPlumbing pipe repair
Ike3 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★★★★★

Mike and Terry were prompt and professional. We were very satisfied with the service we received. As a first time customer, I wouldn't hesitate to reach out to them again in the future. Thanks guys!

Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair
Charlette4 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★★★★★

These guys redid almost my whole entire plumbing. They came back to fix the couple things that were undetected right away. And my water pressure is amazing now. Plus I even have an outside hookup.

Plumbing leak detectionFaucet installationToilet installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Rebecca1 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★★★★★

They did amazing work replacing my radiators and repairing my water lines when they froze and burst! Professional and courteous, and went above and beyond

Plumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repairService not listed
Richard3 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Replaced the sewage stack in the basement. Excellent job and no leaks. Thanks guys!

Plumbing pipe repair
carol1 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

The work to replace and rework the leaking area was done quickly and well.

Plumbing pipe repair
Ann4 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Prompt. Polite. Efficient. Reasonable. I will definitely use their services again if needed!

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Price

$873+109% vs typical leak detection 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 22%Reasonable 53%Overpriced 14%Not sure 11%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Plumbing pipe repair28$322–$1.1k
Toilet repair12$176–$656
Plumbing leak detection12$78–$630
Faucet installation12$292–$593
Water heater installation12$1.2k–$2.5k
Toilet installation11$466–$1.2k
Faucet repair10$166–$529
Drain cleaning8$161–$493

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