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Borges Plumbing & Heating

Plumber · New Bedford, MA · reviewed since 2023

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 59%96+56.3Reliability 26%96+25Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 97Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.97SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#11 of 61 drain cleaning servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 83%
5.0 ★★★★★ 97 Google reviews · 23 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%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.
100%reviews answered by the owner
$846typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Borges Plumbing & Heating at a glance

Google reviewers rate Borges Plumbing & Heating five stars based on ninety-seven reviews, noting the owner responds to all feedback. Customers frequently highlight quick response times, punctuality, and clear communication regarding job progress and pricing. Services include water heater replacement, boiler maintenance, and gas furnace installation, with crews described as professional and efficient. One low-star review criticized a technician for appearing unprepared and relying on online instructions to repair a boiler system.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 97 reviews (99% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 97 Google reviews (93 with written comments, 5 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 5, 2026.
  • Service: Drain Cleaning Service serving New Bedford, Massachusetts.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other drain cleaning 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: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction96Reliability96Craft & service–Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 96 (median 93)Reliability: 96 (median 92)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Borges Plumbing & HeatingDrain Cleaning 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.Borges Plumbing & Heating: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
96
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.Borges Plumbing & Heating: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
96
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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 96.–
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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.Borges Plumbing & Heating: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Borges Plumbing & Heating: 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 93.–
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Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.

Star ratings

97 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars9699%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star11%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 93 written reviews

  • Praise258100%
  • Complaints10%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price1241%
  • Reasonable1655%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure13%
$846+68% vs typical drain cleaning services

Middle half of what 16 customers paid ($439–$2.1k) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Speed & response6625%
  • Staff & attitude5019%
  • Quality & results4618%
  • Would recommend4015%
  • Price & value2811%
  • Communication187%
  • Honesty & trust114%

What customers talk about

We read 93 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Quick response and good and efficient crew they did a great job and kept me informed of what was going on at all times”
  • “Borges plumbing was very professional, courteous, and responded right away to my call.”
  • “I had a great experience with Borges Plumbing & Heating.”
  • “I’d definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable plumbing and heating work.”
  • “Thank you so much guys did a great job at a very reasonable price”
  • “Communication was easy, they showed up when they said they would, and the whole process was smooth.”
  • “The team was very knowledgeable reliable paid attention to detail and explained everything to me in a kind and professional manner”

People customers mention

  • Ross 17 reviews
  • Owen 4 reviews
  • Colin 3 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Borges Plumbing & Heating for 7 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

SteveLocal Guide · 45 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★★★★★

Quick response and good and efficient crew they did a great job and kept me informed of what was going on at all times

Paid $600–800Great priceToilet repair
AdamLocal 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 month ago★★★★★

Ashlin and Brad came quickly and solved my problem with skill and professionalism. They were like Sherlock and Watson finding my hidden leak. Highly recommend their services.

Paid $400–600Great pricePlumbing leak detection
rob3 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★★★★★

The team at Borges plumbing was quickly responsive to my request for service. They were professional and did the job right the first time. Price was reasonable. I would use them again as a first choice.

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installation
Paul6 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★★★★★

Great plumbing co never have Sean such great work at my home twice on time from quote to finish 3 days this is from a former business owner of 49 years Paul Bagley Buzzards Bay MA

Paid $2,000+Reasonable price
debra4 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★★★★★

Within 21 hrs of losing hot water, they came down and replaced my hot water tank without asking for an arm AND a leg ! . Haha The men were polite, explained the work as they went and were very neat....why use anyone else ?

Paid $2,000+Reasonable price
Donnie6 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★★★★★

Very professional and installed a backflow preventer for an irrigation system we were installing in Buzzards Bay. They answered the phone promptly and were able to answer all of our questions. The work was completed efficiently and professionally. I would highly recommend their services.

Paid $900–1,000Reasonable price

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 97 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
Team members customers mention
Filter by topic — each topic is highlighted in the reviews in the same color
Steve CostaLocal Guide · 45 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Steve has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Quick response and good and efficient crew they did a great job and kept me informed of what was going on at all times

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $600–800
  • Services: Toilet repair
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you Steve, im glad we were able to solve the problem!!

Pauline M2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Pauline has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Borges plumbing was very professional, courteous, and responded right away to my call. I highly recommend them for your plumbing needs.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you Pauline, it was our pleasure!!

Paul Dunn4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Paul has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I had a great experience with Borges Plumbing & Heating. They were professional, punctual, and very efficient from start to finish. They came out to service the boilers in my two-family home, got everything taken care of quickly, and did a great job. Communication was easy, they showed up when they said they would, and the whole process was smooth. I’d definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable plumbing and heating work.

Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you Paul, much appreciated!!

bob woodward2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews bob has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Borges, plumbing and heating Was great The team was very knowledgeable reliable paid attention to detail and explained everything to me in a kind and professional manner I would highly recommend more plumbing and heating, and I will definitely be using them for all my plumbing needs Thank you so much guys did a great job at a very reasonable price

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Water heater installation
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you Bob, looking forward to working with you again in the future!!

nic Anne3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews nic has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Kitchen sink pipe was leaking called borges plumbing and they were very helpful and sent james over same day. James did a great job was very professional and got the job done efficiently. Thank you

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Plumbing pipe repair
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you, it was a pleasure!!

Adam YoungLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Adam has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Ashlin and Brad came quickly and solved my problem with skill and professionalism. They were like Sherlock and Watson finding my hidden leak. Highly recommend their services.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $400–600
  • Services: Plumbing leak detection
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you Adam, im happy we were able to help you out!!

Nicholas G9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nicholas has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Amazing experience from start to finish! Our gas water heater finally gave out after 14 years, and I reached out around 7 AM. They responded quickly, explained our replacement options, and also took care of the new MA venting requirements. Owen and Jason showed up around 9AM, were extremely knowledgeable and professional, and had us back up and running with hot water within a few hours. They explained everything along the way and did a great job. So happy we found our plumbers! We’ll definitely be calling them for all our future plumbing needs. Highly recommend!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Water heater installation
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you, we look forward to being your go to plumbers!!

rob fuller3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews rob has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The team at Borges plumbing was quickly responsive to my request for service. They were professional and did the job right the first time. Price was reasonable. I would use them again as a first choice.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $2,000+
  • Services: Water heater installation
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you Rob for your trust!!

Paul Bagley6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Paul has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great plumbing co never have Sean such great work at my home twice on time from quote to finish 3 days this is from a former business owner of 49 years Paul Bagley Buzzards Bay MA

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $2,000+
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you Paul, looking forward to working with you again!!

Jennifer Caiano15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jennifer has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Ross was amazing. I called him and he immediately showed up fix the problem and I have hot water. Thank you so much for coming through on short notice.

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you Jenn, im happy we were able to get you hot water

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