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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville 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%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

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville

Nashville, TN · 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 44 leak detection services · 4.9★ from 3,204 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 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.Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville is better than 89% of leak detection services.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 is better than 86% of leak detection services.A
86
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.Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville is better than 88% of leak detection services.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 is better than 97% of leak detection services.A
97
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.Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville is better than 100% of leak detection 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.Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville is better than 30% of leak detection services.D
30

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville for 8 kinds of job.

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Nashville for sewer repair

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.33
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.88
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.$375–$2.5k
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 “Sewer 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.#6 / 26

All 33 Google reviews tagged “Sewer repair”

Jim6 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★★★★★

Ryan was professional and courteous. He tackled a difficult job and worked until it was completed.

Toilet repairSewer cleaningSump pump repair
George8 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★★★★★

They performed an annual inspection of all plumbing in my home. They have provided service to us in our last four homes. All of the services listed above have been performed and they have installed a tankless water heater and whole house water filtration system. They also provide service to our children in their…

Plumbing leak detectionFaucet installationGarbage disposal installation
Danny11 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 year ago★★★★★

Great service, timely and helpful giving preventive maintenance tips

Outdoor plumbing system repairSewer repair
Allison5 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 year ago★★★★★

I've been with Ben Franklin for MANY years and have always had the BEST experiences. The people they hire are some of the most experienced, genuine, respectful and interesting people I meet. I have to be careful I don't chat so much to distract them, but they're so sociable and kind that I enjoy (contrary to…

Toilet repairWater heater installationDrain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Professionalism+ Value
DawnLocal 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. · Edited 2 years ago★★★★★

I always get great quality service from Benjamin Franklin Plumbing. My go-to plumbers for years! Colton does my annual service on my tankless and annual inspection. Colton very quickly figured out where the frozen pipes were during this arctic weather, defrosted them and had hot water running again in no time. When…

Water heater installationPlumbing pipe repairSewer repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Valarie1 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 years ago★★★★★

Niel was very prompt, explained what needed to be done and why. Cleaned after the work. Friendly and enjoyed talking with him. Provided a quote for needed repair to the toilet. Thanks for continued great service.

Sewer repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Candace11 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 years ago★★★★★

Worked hard and explained options. Ryan and Jose

Outdoor plumbing system repairSewer repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
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. · Edited 3 years ago★★★★★

10/2023 Edit: We just had Joe come and help us identify an issue and correct it in less than 1 hour! He even took the time to explain what were the potential causes and helped us understand the problem once identified. Benjamin Franklin scores another win! Original Post: Every Benjamin Franklin technician who has…

Plumbing leak detectionPlumbing leak repairPlumbing pipe repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Bryan2 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★★★★★

I had an issue with repeating clogs in the sewer line to our septic tank. It was very hard to diagnose the cause, but they were able to do so. The service was on-time, expert, and professional. I have no issue recommending them, and I will certainly use them again if needed.

Sewer repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Mike10 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★★★★★

Showed up within an hour of calling, was presented with, what I would think, is just the worst situation possible and he did it with a smile, somehow! Great job getting our stuff fixed and I’m thankful!! He walked me through what happened, and what I can do to keep it from happening again. And when he left it was all cleaned up!

Sewer repairToilet repairDrain cleaning+ Value
AnneNicholas6 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★★★★★

Really appreciate this company. Their team is very professional and helps to problem solve and save money where possible.

Sewer repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Mary4 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 years ago★★★★★

Ryan did a great job. He was very knowledgeable and explained everything he did.

Sewer repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Mel2 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★★★★★

About 5 years ago this company installed a new sewer line from the house piping to the city main. They also installed a new water line from the house to the meter. They put in a cleanout pipe too by my house. These guys are SO Professional and don't mind how many questions you ask. Last week I called because the…

Plumbing leak detectionOutdoor plumbing system repairPlumbing pipe repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
DuxLocal Guide · 10 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★

Our tub was clogged. Benjamin Franklin (BF) sent a plumber who failed to unclog the drain and took hundreds of hard-earned US Dollars. He suggested our pipes had collapsed beneath the slab as the cause for his failure. Curious to discover if BF had a technician or a brand problem, a supervisor was dispatched to…

Sewer repair− Quality
LynLocal Guide · 49 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 years ago★★★★★

Benjamin Franklin showed me the live video of my sewer issue - no guessing.

Sewer repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
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. · Edited 5 years ago★★★★★

Water line broke in the front yard, I expected several days of digging but Bryson went right to the spot, dug and repaired it all, filled the hole back in and there’s almost no sign that he was there. Excellent.

Plumbing pipe repairSewer repair
Jim9 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 years ago★★★★★

Very pleased with the responsiveness and professionalism of Ben Franklin Plumbing.

Faucet repairSewer repair+ Responsiveness
ShaneLocal 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. · Edited 5 years ago★★★★★

Really like the job performance and ability to communicate well. Would recommend without pause

Plumbing pipe repairSewer repairService not listed+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
TripLocal Guide · 37 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 years ago★★★★★

Having you entire sewer line replaced can be a pretty intimidating, but all my contact with Benjamin Franklin Plumbing was transparent and profession and helped ease the anxiety. They arrived on time, texted me en route and called several times during the job to give me updates. Honestly, it was completely…

Sewer repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Catie8 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 years ago★★★★★

Had a great experience with this company. They came on time, assessed our problem and offered a same day solution. We had a new ejector pump in our basement installed same day, the day before thanksgiving! Very thankful for their service and would use again.

Sewer repairService not listed+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
kon2 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 years ago★★★★★

Jack was very professional. I kept asking him questions and he was very polite in explaining how and why things work. Every thing was done in a timely manner and clean after he left. Highly recommend Jack and Benjamin Franklin.

Plumbing leak detectionSewer repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
TimLocal 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. · 6 years ago★★★★★

Ben did a great job of communicating with me through the entire job. The job came in $500 under another large home repair company's bid. Great value!

Sewer repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Karol12 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. · 6 years ago★★★★★

Colton was great! He had my problem fixed in no time. He gave me suggestions to help prevent problems in the future! Very Professional and knowledgeable! I will definitely use Benjamin Franklin Plumbing for all my plumbing needs and highly recommend Them!! Great service and reasonable prices ❤️

Sewer repairDrain cleaning+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Christina8 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 years ago★★★★★

Justin has been to my house several times recently for various plumbing problems. He fixed all my problems, explained numerous things about how our plumbing works, and gave me recommendations for preventing problems in the future. He was conscious about saving us money and gave very good advice. I will definitely use Ben Franklin Plumbing in the future.

Sewer repairDrain cleaning
Margaret3 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $1,000+Great priceSewer repairService not listed
Larry6 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Sewer repairDrain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Quality+ Professionalism
kane4 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Sewer repairService not listed+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
M3 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Sewer repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
JohnLocal Guide · 20 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Sewer repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
JLocal Guide · 142 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Plumbing pipe repairSewer repairDrain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
stephen5 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Plumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repairSewer repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
StevenEdited 5 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Sewer repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Value
Tom2 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Sewer repair+ Professionalism

Price

$680+63% 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 16%Reasonable 68%Overpriced 6%Not sure 11%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Toilet repair239$176–$656
Plumbing leak detection231$78–$630
Plumbing pipe repair207$322–$1.1k
Faucet repair179$166–$529
Water heater repair177$78–$466
Drain cleaning155$161–$493
Plumbing leak repair125$227–$807
Water heater installation123$1.2k–$2.5k

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