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Ballard Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning 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%89+48.5Reliability 24%90+21.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%69+4.9Craft & service penalty98−0.2Experts Score= 89Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.89SCORE

Ballard Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning

San Bernardino, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #24Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 30 water softener repair · 4.9★ from 2,665 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other water softener repair (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.

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.Ballard Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning is better than 89% of water softener repair.A
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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.Ballard Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning is better than 90% of water softener repair.A
90
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.Ballard Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning is better than 98% of water softener repair.A
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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.Ballard Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning is better than 100% of water softener repair.A
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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.Ballard Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning is better than 100% of water softener repair.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.Ballard Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning is better than 69% of water softener repair.B
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Customers hired Ballard Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning for 8 kinds of job.

Ballard Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning for HVAC system repair

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.232
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.93
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.$83–$1.2k
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 88/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “HVAC system 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.#1 / 7
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.95%

All 232 Google reviews tagged “HVAC system repair” · showing 20

Megan5 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★★★★★

Amazing up keep to my 1 year old a/c system always professional

Great priceHVAC system repairHVAC system maintenance
Rachel6 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★★★★★

Angel was great! He was thorough, got right to the heart of the problem, fixed it & left us very happy & contented. In fact, we asked if he could be out regular maintenance man for the a/c. We are happy to know we can request our "Angel!"

Reasonable priceHVAC system repair
Cory7 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★★★★★

Daniel did a great job of showing up on time, being detailed, and doing quality work. I’m not sure what the mangers name was but he came out and was very knowledgeable as well and educated me on my AC system. Great job guys

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceHVAC system repair
Lisa3 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★★★★★

Daryl was very nice.

Reasonable priceHVAC system repairHVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance
Patrick5 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★★★★★

Great job

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceHVAC system repair
Scot4 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★★★★★

Kevin took the time to explain how my system works and what needed to be done to correct any issues. Personable and friendly.

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceHVAC system repairHVAC system maintenance
Lisa3 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★★★★★

Angel was very knowledgeable and professional. He took the time to explain everything and answered all of our questions.

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceHVAC system repair
Denise2 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★★★★★

Kevin was very professional and very nice. He explained everything in detail. As busy as he is, he took his time.

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceHVAC system repair
BillLocal Guide · 18 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★★★★★

Cameron was great. No complaints explained everything in detail

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceHVAC system repair
Brian8 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★★★★★

Called Ballard for an appointment going off their reputation. . A/C was on the blink. Was not disappointed. The office was very friendly and accommodating especially Alexis. She answered all my questions and concerns and was very personable. Kevin was our repair/ technician. He did a great job. Answered all my…

HVAC system repair
AnaLocal Guide · 12 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★★★★★

I really appreciate the detailed videos and pictures with information that was given to me to help me understand everything that was being diagnosed (Daniel) was really personable and took the time to work with me, Considering my financial income isn't the best right now. Daniel and his boss Angel worked to…

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceHVAC system repair
Patsy1 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 2 months ago★★★★★

Great service. Very courteous and willing to answer questions and explain any work done.

Reasonable priceHVAC system repairHVAC system maintenancePlumbing leak detection
Virginia4 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 2 months ago★★★★★

It was a good install, we only had one problem with the switch, but it was taken of right away. It's so nice to have our system working again.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceHVAC system repairHVAC system maintenance
Tina1 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 2 months ago★★★★★

Cameron was competent and he seemed very knowledgeable. Would ask for him

Paid $1,000–1,200OverpricedHVAC system repair
Elaine2 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★★★★★

I felt that the employees representing this company are first class. They are polite. They are clean. They are professional. They have great communication skills. This is my second unit I have purchased in less than a year from this company and I am very happy. As a retired contractor I find I am very discerning…

Paid $1,600–1,800Reasonable priceHVAC system repairInstall AC
Bassam10 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★★★★★

Professional, and clearly explained process!

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceHVAC system repair
Yvette1 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Angel was competent, helpful, informative, and friendly. He got my AC going and I learned a lot!!

Paid $600–800Great priceHVAC system repairHVAC system maintenance
Rich5 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 2 months ago★★★★★

Replaced ductwork. Juan and Nick were excellent technicians

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Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceHVAC system repair
NohoraLocal Guide · 40 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★★★★★

I had an outstanding experience with Kevin the HVAC technician, sent to my home, and the entire company. In the 10 years I've owned my home, this was by far the most thorough inspection and evaluation my A/C system has ever received. He carefully evaluated every part of the system, identified several issues that had…

Paid $200–400Great priceHVAC system repairHVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance
RachelLocal Guide · 22 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★★★★★

Marcus Came out same day and was very kind and knowledgeable

Paid $1–200Great priceHVAC system repair

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Price

$216-51% vs typical water softener repair

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 34%Reasonable 52%Overpriced 5%Not sure 8%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
HVAC system maintenance327$19–$176
HVAC system repair232$83–$1.2k
Plumbing pipe repair197$317–$1.2k
A/C system maintenance136$27–$529
Plumbing leak detection132$122–$593
Installation130$680–$1.6k
Drain cleaning113$57–$655
A/C system repair68$202–$998

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