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C. Carlin Plumbing Inc.

Plumber · Erie, PA · reviewed since 2018

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%80+43.6Reliability 24%71+17.2Value 14%90+12.7Replies to reviews 7%27+1.9Craft & service penalty94−0.6Experts Score= 75Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.75SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#7 of 10 sink installation servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 33%
4.8 ★★★★★ 655 Google reviews · 24 photos
93%five-star reviews
4.80★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
4%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.
91%reviews answered by the owner
$271typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

C. Carlin Plumbing Inc. at a glance

Google reviewers rate C. Carlin Plumbing Inc. 4.8 out of 5 based on 655 reviews, noting that the owner responds to 91% of feedback. Customers frequently praise the team for punctuality, clear communication, and thorough work on furnace maintenance, boiler repairs, and plumbing issues. Common criticisms involve high initial estimates, perceived lack of diagnostic depth, and difficulties obtaining itemized invoices or follow-up calls from office staff.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 655 reviews (93% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 655 Google reviews (548 with written comments, 16 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 91% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 1, 2026.
  • Service: Sink Installation Service serving Erie, Pennsylvania.

Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.

Score profile vs other sink installation 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 craft & service; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction80Reliability71Craft & service94Value90Momentum100Replies to reviews27Satisfaction: 80 (median 83)Reliability: 71 (median 74)Craft & service: 94 (median 92)Value: 90 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 27 (median 69)
C. Carlin Plumbing Inc.Sink Installation 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.C. Carlin Plumbing Inc.: 80/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
80
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.C. Carlin Plumbing Inc.: 71/100 on this factor. Category median: 74.B
71
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.C. Carlin Plumbing Inc.: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
94
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.C. Carlin Plumbing Inc.: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
90
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.C. Carlin Plumbing Inc.: 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.C. Carlin Plumbing Inc.: 27/100 on this factor. Category median: 69.D
27

Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.

Star ratings

655 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars60993%
  • 4 stars91%
  • 3 stars41%
  • 2 stars30%
  • 1 star305%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 548 written reviews

  • Praise1,01996%
  • Complaints434%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price5421%
  • Reasonable13453%
  • Overpriced62%
  • Not sure6124%
$271-23% vs typical sink installation services

Middle half of what 163 customers paid ($114–$1.4k) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude32631%
  • Speed & response25124%
  • Quality & results20619%
  • Would recommend959%
  • Communication828%
  • Price & value727%
  • Honesty & trust303%

What customers talk about

We read 548 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “David was friendly, and explained the maintenance in easy to understand fashion.”
    “RUDE, DISRESPECTFUL AND REFUSE TO LET YOU TALK TO ANYONE.”
  • “He was very efficient and knowledgeable, answering all of our questions.”
    “Unfortunately he never got back to me with the estimate.”
  • “Outstanding service - stopped in on my lunch break and the team showed up 15 minutes later.”
    “Not just come to my house look at the outside, and say I need a new one based on my word " it's not working well.”
  • “I highly recommend this business, and if my mother needs a plumber in the future, we will definitely be using them.”
    “Save your money and don't be insulted stay away from Crooked Carlins!”
  • “Adam explained what was wrong and what he needed to do to fix the situation.”
    “Called the office and left a message for the estimate and/or a call back and was totally ghosted!”
  • “Carlin plumbing are friendly, efficient, knowledgeable, responsive, and reasonably priced.”
    “They didn’t even do a diagnosis and she told me a repair would cost $10,000.”
  • “An unfortunate event did happen, but the company was honest about it, and delt with it professionally, and quickly.”
    “Carol in the office is committing fraud by taking advantage of a contract they have with Wesleyville.”

People customers mention

  • Josh 8 reviews
  • Brad 8 reviews
  • Mike 7 reviews
  • Chris 6 reviews
  • Adam 6 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired C. Carlin Plumbing Inc. for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

SabrinaLocal Guide · 39 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 hours ago★★★★★

Great job with checking our furnaces. In time and very knowledgeable. Would highly recommend. Thanks!

Paid $1–200Reasonable priceHeating system maintenance
Doug6 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 9 hours ago★

Unfortunately, Jay Sr. could have taken the time to look inside my furnace and inspect any possible problems. Not just come to my house look at the outside, and say I need a new one based on my word " it's not working well." Than just say I need a new furnace ranging at $6800.00 or more. DO NOT USE THEM. THE…

Customer photo from Doug's review
Paid $2,000+Overpriced
Brad2 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 day ago★★★★★

Very satisfied with the work Chris performed. Very knowledgeable when asked questions. Please note for Chris to be assigned to service my account in the future.

Paid $1–200Reasonable priceWater heater installationDrain cleaningSewer cleaning
Carol3 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 day ago★★★★★

Service was top notch. David was friendly, and explained the maintenance in easy to understand fashion. He was very efficient and knowledgeable, answering all of our questions. He also changed the filter for us. We are very pleased with his work and the C Carlin Company, and will use them when needed.

Paid $1–200Great priceHeating system maintenance
Daniel4 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★★★★★

Outstanding service - stopped in on my lunch break and the team showed up 15 minutes later. Very professional and polite group of fellas. Thank you for a great experience and will use again for future needs.

Paid $1–200Not sureDrain cleaning
janet6 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 week ago★★★★★

Adam was the plumber that came today. He's personable, professional and knowledgeable. Adam explained what was wrong and what he needed to do to fix the situation. I was very happy with the outcome.

Paid $1–200Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repairFaucet repair

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Water heater installation47$1.3k–$2.1k
Plumbing pipe repair43$227–$880
Toilet repair38$209–$383
Drain cleaning37$148–$353
Faucet repair27$145–$322
Plumbing leak detection25$114–$308
Faucet installation23$276–$611
Heating system maintenance20$26–$148

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 655 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
Sabrina FergusonLocal Guide · 39 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sabrina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great job with checking our furnaces. In time and very knowledgeable. Would highly recommend. Thanks!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $1–200
  • Services: Heating system maintenance
Doug Aaron6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Doug has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Unfortunately, Jay Sr. could have taken the time to look inside my furnace and inspect any possible problems. Not just come to my house look at the outside, and say I need a new one based on my word " it's not working well." Than just say I need a new furnace ranging at $6800.00 or more. DO NOT USE THEM. THE OFFICE STAFF IS RUDE AND DO NOT BILL PROPERLY. I asked for an itemized bill. In which, they refused to do. Also, they do not accept cash for payment. They left my basement, carpeting and lawn a mess from parking their trucks on my grass. When I go to call about my concerns they hang up on me all of the time. The technicians are good, but the office staff and management are terrible. And that's being mild! Save your money and don't be insulted stay away from Crooked Carlins!

  • Price assessment: Overpriced
  • Price: $2,000+
Brad Bradley J. Meely2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Brad has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very satisfied with the work Chris performed. Very knowledgeable when asked questions. Please note for Chris to be assigned to service my account in the future.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $1–200
  • Services: Water heater installation, Drain cleaning, Sewer cleaning
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

I will certainly pass your request along to Chris. Glad he helped you out!

Leland HayesLocal Guide · 402 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Leland has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Mike did a great job and wasn't a salesman

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $1–200
  • Services: HVAC system maintenance
Response from the owner · a day ago

Glad Mike kept things honest and straightforward for you, Leland!

Carol3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Carol has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Service was top notch. David was friendly, and explained the maintenance in easy to understand fashion. He was very efficient and knowledgeable, answering all of our questions. He also changed the filter for us. We are very pleased with his work and the C Carlin Company, and will use them when needed.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $1–200
  • Services: Heating system maintenance
Response from the owner · a day ago

David will be thrilled to hear your filter change and maintenance explanation went so well, Carol!

Mandi BorgiaLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mandi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great experience start to end. Professional, hard working team that got my baseboards installed and boiler up and running again before winter. They also swapped a faucet out for me that was leaking. I'll be using them for all plumbing & heating needs.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Heating system repair, Plumbing leak detection, Faucet repair
Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Glad we could get your baseboards, boiler, and leaky faucet sorted out before winter, Mandi!

James Green1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Mike was quick and easy to get along with.

25lojo4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews 25lojo has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Jay was very helpful and explained my problem.

Response from the owner · 3 days ago

Jay is fantastic at clarifying complex plumbing issues for our customers!

Dennis & Roberta DiSanto4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dennis has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Chuck the plumber for you guys did a Great job...give him a RAISE!!

Eric Campbell7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Eric has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

David is very efficient and professional He arrived and immediately went to work He reviewed the completed work and arranged a quote for service needed on a booster fan.

  • Services: HVAC system maintenance
Response from the owner · 4 days ago

David will be glad to hear this, Eric! We are happy to help with your booster fan.

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