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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 water heater repair

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.73
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.96
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$200–400
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$78–$466
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 “Water heater 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 / 32

All 73 Google reviews tagged “Water heater repair” · showing 20

Karon2 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★★★★★

Easy service to schedule. Promt. Very courteous, and up front pricing which is reasonable compared to other companies. Would highly recommend.

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceWater heater repair
Luann10 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★★★★★

Did yearly plumbing checkup and cleaned and descaled my tankless water heater. Efficient, thorough, followed safety protocols. Highly recommended.

Toilet repairWater heater repairService not listed
LarryLocal Guide · 41 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★★★★★

Jared Melton from Benjamin Franklin Plumbing showed up on time. He was courteous and thorough. He drained the hot water heater and inspected all the plumbing. He provided an estimate of other non-urgent repairs. Overall it was a great experience and we definitely recommend this service.

Water heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Christine11 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★★★★★

Everyone from the front office to the field were awesome-courteous,precise,explained everything in detail, cleaned up after all the work done. I would highly recommend this business

Plumbing pipe repairShower repairWater heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
PatriciaLocal Guide · 13 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★★★★★

They are always on time and do quality work.

Water heater repair+ Professionalism
Ky3 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 years ago★★★★★

Donovan was awesome and so helpful and Tim was incredible when he came! Because of them, I will always use Benjamin Franklin

Water heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Linda12 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★★★★★

Very clear explanation of service with very professional manner.

Water heater repair+ Quality
Eric7 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★★★★★

Fast, on time, and knowledgeable. Great service!

Outdoor plumbing system repairWater heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
WilliamLocal 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. · Edited 3 years ago★★★★★

We had a cracked toilet tank , a toilet in need of adjustment and two 5 year old Benjamin Franklin installed hot water heaters in need of normal draining to remove any sediment accumulation. Donovan , the Benjamin Franklin technician arrived right on time, diagnosed the job, prepared an estimate for my signature and…

Toilet installationToilet repairWater heater repair+ 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
Donna2 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★★★★★

Ryan was on time. He was very knowledgeable, professional and courteous

Shower repairWater heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Filip7 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★★★★★

Great service and professional engagement.

Water heater installationWater heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Jody2 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★★★★★

Good job. On time. Good communication.

Water heater repair
Sharon1 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★★★★★

Donovan solved a longstanding problem with our hot water. I could not be more satisfied.

Water heater repair+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Dr.5 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★★★★★

Great explanations, broke down the fee for the visit, and even explained what to do if this happens again. Very professional. They will be coming back out next week for maintenance, and to look at 3 other honey dos

Water heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Ward8 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★★★★★

Did a great job fixing both water heaters

Water heater repair+ Quality
Danny3 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★★★★★

Very prompt and professional. Andrew was very friendly & easy to talk with.

Faucet repairToilet repairWater heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Eric5 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★★★★★

They were on time, ID'd the problem and made the repair. No mess left, Very professional AND personable.

Water heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Professionalism
Vivian5 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★★★★★

Awesome . Thanks Andy for being so great

Water heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Allison8 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★★★★★

Both Dave and Dalton were very knowledgeable and polite. They showed up last minute to take care of an urgent matter and did a great job. Definitely recommend!

Plumbing leak detectionWater heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism

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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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