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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of North Austin 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%84+45.8Reliability 24%70+17Value 14%96+13.6Replies to reviews 7%55+3.9Craft & service penalty88−1.2Experts Score= 79Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.79SCORE

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of North Austin

Cedar Park, TX · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #39Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 44 leak detection services · 4.8★ from 1,334 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 North Austin is better than 84% of leak detection services.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.Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of North Austin is better than 70% 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.Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of North Austin is better than 88% of leak detection services.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.Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of North Austin is better than 96% of leak detection services.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.Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of North Austin 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.Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of North Austin is better than 55% of leak detection services.C
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Customers hired Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of North Austin for 8 kinds of job.

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of North Austin for drain cleaning

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.89
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.90
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$600–800
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$161–$493
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 84/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Drain cleaning”: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.#21 / 38
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.60%

All 89 Google reviews tagged “Drain cleaning” · showing 40

Cathryn7 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 months ago★★★★★

Jared Patterson was my technician. He was courteous, polite, efficient, and very knowledgeable. The service was excellent. The price was not.

Paid $600–800OverpricedDrain cleaning
ScottLocal 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Scott provided very quick and clean service at a good price. These guys are my go to plumbers!

Drain cleaning
Karen13 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★★★★★

Service was very professional and thorough. Cost was expected and reasonable. Technicians were very knowledgeable. We trust Ben Franklin Plumbing Co for any and all plumbing related repairs.

Paid $1,000–1,200Reasonable priceDrain cleaningSewer cleaningSewer repair
Tom9 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★★★★★

JP was courteous, fast, and very knowledgeable. Great job. Thank you

Paid $400–600Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
DianneLocal 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Wow- talk about above and beyond! Mr Dave and Scott were terrific and sooo helpful!

Drain cleaning
Sara6 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 months ago★★★★★

Scott was very friendly efficient got the job done and record time! I will definitely use your company again!

Toilet repairDrain cleaning
James13 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★★★★★

Fast response. Very professional and friendly. Very reasonable pricing. I will definitely call Benjamin Franklin Plumbing again when I need to have any type of plumbing done.

Paid $900–1,000Reasonable priceDrain cleaningPlumbing pipe repair
Elena12 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★

Gimmicks, 4+ hours of work, problem not resolved, plumber consistently correcting my words (snake a drain vs. cable a drain). Charged me extra for 2" drain pipe in an old home. Offered to rip through walls for another $3K plus a membership to their club for $500 which gives you access to more discounts. Another…

Paid $400–500OverpricedDrain cleaning
Susan8 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★★★★

Tim did a great job resetting my house clean out valve and getting the new toilet installed. He patiently answered all my questions. Awesome job.

Drain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Justin7 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★★★★★

Great company to work with and very friendly/knowledgeable employees.

Drain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Ken12 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★★★★★

Service technician was thorough and knowledgeable.

Drain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
DesireeLocal 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

We called Benjamin Franklin Plumbing to service our tankless water heater and clean out some slow draining sinks. Donovan our tech was AMAZING, professional, pleasant and efficient. He explained what was happening in each scenario, fixed the issue and provided guidance on keeping it from happening again! Highly recommend.

Water heater repairDrain cleaningService not listed+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Alan11 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★★★★★

No complaints 😎

Drain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Melissa7 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★★★★★

Brandon was very professional and courteous. He is a creative thinker and was able to solve my issues efficiently.

Toilet repairDrain cleaning
Allie8 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★★★★★

We had a plumbing emergency late one night. Benjamin Franklin was able come out early the next morning and take a look. Brandon was very helpful in explaining the problem, showing us camera images so we could see what was wrong. Able to promptly solve a huge issue. Thank you!

Drain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Quality
ArtLocal Guide · 25 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★★★★★

Kitchen sink was clogged. Ran a line out through the drain line and got it unclogged.

Drain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Black2 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★★★★★

Excellent and very professional

Garbage disposal repairDrain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Kevin1 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★★★★★

Tim did a great job! He diagnosed the problem quickly and provided an estimate on site that I agreed to. He immediately got to work and resolved the issue. Very happy with my experience and the service that Tim provided.

Drain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Paula6 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★★★★★

Andrew was great. Explained everything, was prompt and courteous.

Drain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Atilla3 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★★★★★

Thanks to Tim at Benjamin Franklin Plumbing. Arrived when they said they would. Did what they said they would. Will use again. Thank you.

Drain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Heather3 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★★★★★

Manny did a great job

Plumbing pipe repairDrain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Bill2 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★★★★★

Andy worked very hard and diligently for several hours with a very stubborn clogged drain pipe. He kept me informed of the progress and we viewed the system on camera after his snake finally broke through. Ben Franklin is lucky to have such a great employee that loves his work.

Drain cleaning+ Quality+ Professionalism+ Value
Donald4 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 plumber did a great job, explaining the findings as he went along. He did answered all our questions and for what I considered a very reasonable price.

Drain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Carl1 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★★★★★

Responding to an after-hours emergency, Benjamin Franklin plumber came within the time given, inspected the problem, gave a good and reasonable estimate of the cost, did the plumbing repairs efficiently, cleaned and video-inspected the sewer line, and restored use of the house plumbing within a few hours that…

Sewer cleaningDrain cleaning
John5 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★★★★★

Andrew and his assistant were nice, neat, polite, punctual and did a good job quickly and honestly with no attempt to upsell like some other companies. Will definitely use them again

Drain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Professionalism
Dave14 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★★★★★

Andy Garcia is the best plumber, and a great guy!

Plumbing leak detectionOutdoor plumbing system repairShower repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Michele16 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★★★★★

Would absolutely use them again. Tim was great!

Plumbing pipe repairDrain cleaning+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
DustinLocal Guide · 16 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★★★★★

Excellent, timely service that went beyond the listed job.

Drain cleaning+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Niki6 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★★★★★

Representative was really informative, professional and helpful. I really appreciate this company for having the ability to come out as soon as they did because a lot of these companies were telling me that they couldn't come out until a week from my call. Additionally the call out fee wasn't too bad.

Drain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
JohnLocal Guide · 24 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★★★★★

Tim was patient and professional. Listened and complied with request of warranty company…He explained his work and checked back with me, before departing. Grateful ! Claudia Davis

Drain cleaningService not listed+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Scott12 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★★★★★

Andy was pleasant and thorough in explaining the contract as well as the resolution of the clog issue. We found him to be honest, capable, and would recommend him and the company to others.

Drain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
NimaiLocal Guide · 225 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★★★★★

Tim is such a great guy— super straight forward and got the job done! Very knowledgeable and professional . Also, he came out in a SATURDAY…hero!!!

Faucet repairGarbage disposal repairDrain cleaning+ Quality+ Professionalism+ Value
Ed12 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★★★★★

Andy came out on a Sunday to unclog my kitchen drain. He was very conscientious, finished the job quickly and helped get follow-up work scheduled. Thanks!

Faucet installationDrain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Rich3 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★★★★★

Upfront pricing and clearly well-trained. Will use again for plumbing issues.

Garbage disposal repairDrain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Professionalism
Alexander3 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★★★★★

Tim from Benjamin Franklin plumbing is the best tech ever! He’s extremely knowledgeable and fixed the clog that other company refused to fix in a matter of an hour.

Drain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Vicky7 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★★★★★

Wayne quickly dispersed the clog. He was cheerful and gave great tips to avoid future issues.

Drain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Elizabeth6 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★★★★★

Excellent Service

Toilet installationDrain cleaning
Kathy2 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★★★★★

Andrew was very friendly, informative, and professional. He answered all my questions and told me everything that had to be done. He tried several easier, cheaper options before he decided to do the expensive option on my double sink plumbing- which was needed. My drain was missing a clean out port so he had to put…

Plumbing pipe repairDrain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Jonathon10 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★★★★★

Just overall a great experience. I had the pleasurer of getting Andy Garcia as my tech. He came out explained what he will do step by step, then preformed each step. Once he was finished the job he cleaned and replaced everything like he was not there. Thank you Andy!!!!

Drain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
sem2 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★★★★

Our plumber showed up on time. He was professional, personable, skilled and knowlegeable.

Drain cleaningService not listed+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality

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Price

$567+36% 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 8%Reasonable 67%Overpriced 13%Not sure 13%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Plumbing leak detection99$78–$630
Drain cleaning89$161–$493
Plumbing pipe repair89$322–$1.1k
Water heater repair73$78–$466
Toilet repair70$176–$656
Faucet repair63$166–$529
Outdoor plumbing system repair51$441–$1.5k
Faucet installation51$292–$593

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