Experts Reviews · Company report
C. Carlin Plumbing Inc. 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%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

C. Carlin Plumbing Inc.

Erie, PA · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #7Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 10 sink installation services · 4.8★ from 655 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other sink installation 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 craft & service; 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.C. Carlin Plumbing Inc. is better than 80% of sink installation services.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. is better than 71% of sink installation services.B
71
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.C. Carlin Plumbing Inc. is better than 94% of sink installation services.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. is better than 90% of sink installation services.A
90
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.C. Carlin Plumbing Inc. is better than 100% of sink installation 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.C. Carlin Plumbing Inc. is better than 27% of sink installation services.D
27

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Customers hired C. Carlin Plumbing Inc. for 8 kinds of job.

C. Carlin Plumbing Inc. for plumbing leak repair

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.20
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$1–100
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$73–$324
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 91/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Plumbing leak 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.#1 / 5
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 20 Google reviews tagged “Plumbing leak repair”

Daisy1 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. · a month ago★★★★★

Darryl was very quick, professional, and intelligent!!!

Not surePlumbing leak repair
David4 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★★★★★

Darryl did a great job. He was kind, prompt, and diligent, and had my shower fixed within the hour.

Paid $1–200Reasonable priceShower repairPlumbing leak repair
Alecia6 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★★★★★

Chuck was very knowledgeable and kind. He gave me the options of what I could do about the problem and fixed the issue quickly.

Paid $400–600Not surePlumbing pipe repairPlumbing leak repair
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. · Edited 3 months ago★★★★★

They came in and immediately found the problem. Fixed the drain, and explained what was wrong. Cleaned everything up and said any problems call them. Very happy with their professionalism

Reasonable pricePlumbing leak repair
JustinLocal Guide · 38 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 months ago★★★★★

These guys are ALWAYS on time and take care of our issues professionally and efficiently! Extremely knowledgeable! Highly recommend for any plumbing work needed! Thank you so much! 🙏🙏😊

Plumbing leak detectionPlumbing leak repair
Don10 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 months ago★★★★★

Darryl did a fantastic job, it depicts his 40 years of experience. He was very prompt and his work is very efficient.

Paid $100–200Reasonable priceFaucet repairFaucet installationPlumbing leak repair
Kristen1 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 4 months ago★★★★★

Rob was extremely helpful and knowledgeable today. Very polite and accommodating. Everything was fixed in a reasonable time. I’ve had a lot of things done by C.Carlin and can’t express how wonderful they have been every time.

Reasonable priceShower repairPlumbing leak repair
Stephanie4 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 months ago★★★★★

When you live in a home that is 97 years old, you want to know the service team will have respect for the original installation. Jim brought a young service team member with him, and shared his knowledge and experience. I couldn’t be more thrilled with the outcome! Thank you Jim!!!!

Toilet repairPlumbing pipe repairPlumbing leak repair
Butch5 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 months ago★★★★★

Adam did a great job and thank you for your service

Paid $1–100Not surePlumbing leak repairService not listed
Mary3 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 8 months ago★★★★★

Brad was very professional and friendly. Explained repair.Left no mess to clean up. Extremely pleased with outcome.

Paid $1–100Great pricePlumbing pipe repairFaucet repairFaucet installation
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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Excellent Customer Service

Paid $200–300Plumbing leak repair
michael8 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 11 months ago★★★★★

Josh came to my house to take care of some issues that I was having with my outdoor spigots and indoor shut off valves. Josh was very friendly, helpful, respectful and personable. He was very polite when answering my questions.

Not surePlumbing leak repair
Madison3 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

These guys are great! They have really nice people working for them. Clear communication, punctual and courteous. I believe they are very knowledgeable and good at what they do. I will hire them again for any future issues.

Great priceDrain cleaningPlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair
RoseLocal Guide · 12 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

We have used C.Carlin Plumbing twice now. Both times we had someone at the house for an estimate within an hour. Work was started the next day by two very professional, knowledgeable and friendly employees. Pricing was very fair and accommodating for this retired couple on a fixed budget. Highly recommend giving them a call for any plumbing needs !

Paid $1,000+Great priceHeating system maintenancePlumbing leak repair
ToddLocal Guide · 4 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 year ago★★★★★

Carlin plumbing workers are always professional get the job done right the first time. Highly recommend!

Reasonable priceHVAC system maintenanceA/C system repairFaucet installation
Julie8 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 year ago★★★★★

Josh did a great job. Punctual, professional and fix everything i asked him to do. Great job! He fixed the tub faucets, water spout and drain for the bathroom sink. Havnt been able to use them for awhile now. Now I can.

Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repairFaucet repairPlumbing leak repair
Ken5 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 have used C Carlin Plumbing many times at both my home and office. They show up on time and get to work in a prompt and courteous fashion and leave the area clean when they are done. I have never been disatisfied with their work and pricing has been very reasonable. It sure beats making multiple trips to the…

Plumbing leak detectionFaucet installationWater heater installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Korrine7 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Toilet repairPlumbing leak repair
Rebecca1 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Not surePlumbing pipe repairPlumbing leak repair
Matthew7 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceShower installationPlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair

Price

$271-23% vs typical sink installation 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 21%Reasonable 53%Overpriced 2%Not sure 24%

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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