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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville

Plumber · Nashville, TN · reviewed since 2012

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%89+48.5Reliability 24%86+20.8Value 14%97+13.7Replies to reviews 7%30+2.1Craft & service penalty88−1.2Experts Score= 84Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.84SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#37 of 44 leak detection servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 16%
4.9 ★★★★★ 3,204 Google reviews · 24 photos
94%five-star reviews
4.94★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.8%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.
27%reviews answered by the owner
$680typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville at a glance

Google reviewers rate Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville 4.9 out of 5 based on 3204 reviews. Customers frequently praise the punctuality, professional communication, and thorough diagnostic work performed by technicians, often noting that issues were resolved quickly and efficiently. However, several low-star reviews criticize the company for charging high prices for minor repairs and for billing service fees for simple fixes that did not fully resolve the underlying problems.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 3,204 reviews (94% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 3,203 Google reviews (2,378 with written comments, 23 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 27% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 24, 2026.
  • Service: Leak Detection Service serving Nashville, Tennessee.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other leak detection 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: momentum and value; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction89Reliability86Craft & service88Value97Momentum100Replies to reviews30Satisfaction: 89 (median 93)Reliability: 86 (median 92)Craft & service: 88 (median 95)Value: 97 (median 98)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 30 (median 94)
This companyLeak Detection 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.Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
89
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.Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
86
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.Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
88
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.Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
97
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.Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville: 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.Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville: 30/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.D
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Star ratings

3,203 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars3,00794%
  • 4 stars983%
  • 3 stars221%
  • 2 stars241%
  • 1 star522%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 2,378 written reviews

  • Praise4,42498%
  • Complaints1122%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price3216%
  • Reasonable13568%
  • Overpriced116%
  • Not sure2211%
$680+63% vs typical leak detection services

Middle half of what 186 customers paid ($502–$1.2k) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude1,38330%
  • Speed & response1,00922%
  • Quality & results93121%
  • Communication3919%
  • Would recommend3748%
  • Price & value2977%
  • Honesty & trust1513%

What customers talk about

We read 2,378 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Can't beat this company - always friendly and professional.”
    “I called to make an appointment and the woman who took my call was very short and condescending.”
  • “He has done a few plumbing repairs for me and always turns up on time, is respectful of my home and does an excellent job.”
    “I call and get a SINCERE apology for the delay and that the main office is RIGHT on it.”
  • “They do a great job and we feel confident recommending them to neighbors, friends and you reading this!”
    “This technician found an issue that couldn't have just happened overnight, and a float not working properly.”
  • “Great communication with the company from start to finish.”
    “This was never communicated to me in the three previous calls that I made.”
  • “I highly recommend Benjamin Franklin plumbing for all of your plumbing needs.”
    “Membership has been canceled and I do not recommend them anymore to ANYONE>=.”
  • “I thought it was reasonable for all the work he did and needing to replace parts.”
    “…lution with Matthew, just a series of charges and eventually a wildly overpriced replacement quote.…”
  • “He is personable, reliable, on time and respectful.”
    “Charged us $99 for the privilege of being told they wanted to scam us.”

People customers mention

  • Ryan 43 reviews
  • Joe 40 reviews
  • Gary 36 reviews
  • Russell 25 reviews
  • Daniel 24 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Kristine4 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 days ago★★★★★

Great service as always, this time within just two hours. Can't beat this company - always friendly and professional.

Paid $400–600Great priceToilet repairFaucet repair
Tori4 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★★★★★

Jessy was incredibly polite, thorough and timely! Great communication with the company from start to finish. Will definitely be using again!

Paid $600–800Great pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing leak repair
KrystynaLocal 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. · a week ago★★★★★

Our technician, Jessy, was prompt and explained what needed to be done, then fixed the problem quickly. I would recommend Benjamin Franklin Plumbing.

Paid $400–600Reasonable priceShower repair
Sonya12 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★★★★★

Jarrad & his partner were exceptional. Always get prompt and great service from friendly & knowledgeable plumbers. You can rest assured job will always be done right.

Paid $800–1,000Toilet installation
Christy8 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★★★★★

Jessy went above and beyond in taking care of us. He thought outside the box, made calls for more input, had Benjamin Franklin make a delivery to us while he was there... great attitude, excellent work. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

Paid $1,400–1,600Reasonable priceToilet repair
Rosalind9 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★★★★★

Tyler is always very polite, respectful, professional. He stick with the job until the customer is satisfied..and disposition stays kind and professional. Keep up the good work..Tyler!!

Paid $400–600Reasonable priceOutdoor plumbing system repair+ Quality

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 3,204 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Jobs customers hired them for — from Google's service tags and the review text
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Chris Grant3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great Job.

  • Positive: Responsiveness, Punctuality, Quality, Professionalism
  • Services: Shower repair
Response from the owner · a day ago

Thanks for the fantastic review! We're happy to have served you well.

Marc H1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Marc has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The price was way to high for the repairs needed.

  • Price assessment: Overpriced
  • Price: $800–1,000
  • Services: Toilet repair, Faucet repair
Response from the owner · a day ago

We're very sorry to hear about your experience. We would love the opportunity to investigate and make things right. Please contact us at 615-590-3240. Thank you for your feedback.

Judy Burns12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Judy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Mike did an excellent job.

Response from the owner · a day ago

Thank you for the high praise! We're glad you enjoyed our service.

Terry chandler5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Terry has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very professional! Great service and attention to detail!!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $600–800
Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Thank you for the high praise! We're glad you enjoyed our service.

G Pamela Burch-Sims4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews G has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great service!! Jarred was awesome.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $400–600
  • Positive: Punctuality, Quality, Professionalism
  • Services: Plumbing pipe repair, Faucet installation
Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Thank you for the perfect rating! We're pleased to know you had a great experience.

Fork & Field1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Fork has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We’ve relied on Benjamin Franklin several times for a variety of plumbing related needs across a number of properties and are always so pleased with their work, rates and customer service. They do a great job and we feel confident recommending them to neighbors, friends and you reading this! Many thanks BFP, from Sarah & the team at Fork & Field.

Response from the owner · 3 days ago

Thanks for the fantastic review! We're happy to have served you well.

Kyle Bonnstetter1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Kyle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Quick service and resolved the issue! Jessy did an outstanding job!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $1–200
  • Services: Garbage disposal installation
Response from the owner · 3 days ago

Your satisfaction is our reward. Thank you for the 5-star review!

Kristine Miller4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kristine has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great service as always, this time within just two hours. Can't beat this company - always friendly and professional.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $400–600
  • Services: Toilet repair, Faucet repair
Mark Sanders4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mark has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Chris was the third plumber to look at my issue and he was the one that found the leak. He is my hero

Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for the perfect rating! We're pleased to know you had a great experience.

Greg Saino1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Greg has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jarrad was great! He came in, checked out what needed to be done, and then he took care of it.

  • Services: Drain cleaning
  • Positive: Responsiveness, Punctuality, Quality, Professionalism
  • Services: Service not listed

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