Experts Reviews · Company report
Barker and Sons Plumbing & Rooter 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%80+19.4Value 14%95+13.4Replies to reviews 7%72+5.1Craft & service penalty92−0.8Experts Score= 84Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.84SCORE

Barker and Sons Plumbing & Rooter

Garden Grove, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #37Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 66 septic tank services · 4.8★ from 4,613 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other septic tank 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 value; 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.Barker and Sons Plumbing & Rooter is better than 86% of septic tank 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.Barker and Sons Plumbing & Rooter is better than 80% of septic tank services.A
80
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.Barker and Sons Plumbing & Rooter is better than 92% of septic tank services.A
92
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.Barker and Sons Plumbing & Rooter is better than 95% of septic tank services.A
95
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.Barker and Sons Plumbing & Rooter is better than 100% of septic tank 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.Barker and Sons Plumbing & Rooter is better than 72% of septic tank services.B
72

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Customers hired Barker and Sons Plumbing & Rooter for 8 kinds of job.

Barker and Sons Plumbing & Rooter for garbage disposal installation

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.77
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.86
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.$353–$730
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 86/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Garbage disposal installation”: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.#4 / 16
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.90%

All 77 Google reviews tagged “Garbage disposal installation” · showing 20

Leonard1 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 a week ago★★★★★

Orlando did a wonderful job replacing our leaking water heater and repaired a broken high pressure valve in our yard. He is a credit to his profession and Barker and Sons, the go to place for plumbing work. After the above work We had a new problem Barker solved: Orlando from Barker and Sons was excellent and Barker…

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installationGarbage disposal installationPlumbing leak detection
MichelleLocal 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. · Edited 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Julian and Sam were very professional and knowledgeable. They were honest and straightforward with their recommendations for my plumbing needs. They are kind and helpful. I’m always delighted to work with this company because they never try to upsell me or take advantage of me. I have previously worked with Bo who was also very professional and helpful.

Paid $1,000–1,200OverpricedGarbage disposal installation
Greg2 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Iheb Amri Did a superb job replacing our garbage disposal. He's got a great attitude also.

Paid $800–1,000Garbage disposal installation
Qing7 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 3 weeks ago★★

Iheb greatest plumber. Very honest and easy going person hard worker . I highly recommend him for all plumb works. ONCE YOU PAID THEM, YOU ON YOUR OWN! 10/1/2026 this is update about my service with this company . Dropped star from 5-2 : reasons 1: price is higher than average plumber company. Should have expected…

Toilet repairGarbage disposal installationDrain cleaning
Mary8 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★★★★★

Our sink was leaking, so we called Barker and Sons plumbing. We’ve used them before, and as before, they were professional, courteous and got the job done quickly. This time it was Orlando who was sent to our house. He was spotlessly clean, totally knowledgeable, and checked our entire house for any future gas or…

Paid $600–800Great priceGarbage disposal installation
Matthew1 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★★★★★

Orlando came to evaluate our toilet after it was experiencing some issues. It was a quick consultation and everything was able to be resolved quickly.

Customer photo from Matthew's review
Toilet repairGarbage disposal installationWater tank installation
Diane2 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★★★★★

Orlando was amazing! He was on time, professional, and fixed the issue in no time. He went above and beyond.

Garbage disposal installation
Touttou5 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 3 months ago★★★★★

Well I didn’t expect the price would be kinda high, but the service and guarantee was worth it. Mike S. Was very professional and timely with his service. This is not the first time we have used barker and sons, so they are well worth the price for anybody who doesnt have time to diy.

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Ward7 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★★★★★

The technicians arrived on time and accomplished the installation of a new garbage disposal in a very timely manner. They were polite & answered all my concerns & left the area spotless.

Paid $800–900Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installation
Patricia2 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★★★★★

Excellent as usual. Orlando was terrific.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installationService not listed
Austin2 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★★★★★

Orlando cam by and hooked us up! Thanks!

Garbage disposal installationWater tank installation
Alfred8 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★★★★★

Best Crew ever!! Corey & Luke

Paid $300–400Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installation
Truc6 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 6 months ago★★★★★

Bany was professional. Very patient answered my questions and informative

Paid $1,000+OverpricedGarbage disposal installationDrain cleaningPlumbing pipe repair
lara4 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★★★★★

Todd is the best. Cordial and sweet. He did a good job and clean

Paid $500–600Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installation
MaggieLocal Guide · 27 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★★★★★

Alex did a great job installing my new in-sink disposal. He was super friendly and efficient. The composter is working great. The service cost not break the bank either.

Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installation
JR1 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Orlando was a meticulous professional, who solved my problem in a very timely manner. He was clean and paid attention to the details necessary to do a great job! He also cleaned up after himself, to the extent I couldn’t even notice that he was in my home! Would 100% call him again! It’s a pleasure to work with a true professional.

Great priceGarbage disposal installation
DianeLocal Guide · 11 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 7 months ago★★★★★

Orlando, with Barker and Sons, replaced our kitchen faucet, cocktail-water dispenser, soap dispenser, and installed a new garbage disposal and a new upgraded RO system. He finished this entire project in less than half a day. The project turned out perfect and beautiful. Orlando's installation was impeccable.…

Reasonable priceOutdoor plumbing system repair
JoanLocal Guide · 7 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★★★★★

Ask for Josh and Ivan. Fast, friendly and no mess. Will ask for them for when it's time to replace water heater and install water softener system. Thanks lads!

Paid $1,000+Great priceGarbage disposal installationDrain cleaning
Bill1 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

We chose Barker due to past experiences. When the time came for a decent size project, we contacted Barker & Sons. I first want to thank Ivan for all his dedication and hard work. I appreciated his leadership and his communication skills. I also want to thank all the Barker team, for their professionalism. Peace of Mind

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceToilet repairGarbage disposal installationDrain cleaning
Chris9 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★★★★★

These guys are the real deal I ve used their services many times and will continue to Very professional and get the job done right The first time

Toilet repairGarbage disposal installationDrain cleaning

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Price

$767+79% vs typical septic tank 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 23%Reasonable 62%Overpriced 4%Not sure 10%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Drain cleaning407$205–$478
Plumbing pipe repair355$305–$1.1k
Plumbing leak detection333$54–$495
Toilet repair267$209–$607
Water heater installation204$1.2k–$2.4k
Plumbing leak repair184$248–$1.2k
Faucet repair155$271–$659
Outdoor plumbing system repair126$321–$1.0k

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