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Cal's Plumbing Inc.

Plumber · Tucson, AZ · reviewed since 2013

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%92+50.2Reliability 24%92+22.3Value 14%95+13.4Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty94−0.6Experts Score= 92Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.92SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#18 of 44 leak detection servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 60%
4.9 ★★★★★ 2,828 Google reviews · 24 photos
95%five-star reviews
4.93★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1%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.
98%reviews answered by the owner
$642typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Cal's Plumbing Inc. at a glance

Customers frequently praise the company for professional communication, punctuality, and clear explanations of services like water heater replacements and drain repairs. Recurring themes include technicians arriving promptly and providing detailed cost estimates before work begins. However, several low-star reviews cite high pricing as a primary concern, with some customers reporting unexpected costs or feeling that the service fees were excessive compared to other providers.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 2,828 reviews (95% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 2,831 Google reviews (2,228 with written comments, 35 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 25, 2026.
  • Service: Leak Detection Service serving Tucson, Arizona.

Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.

Score profile vs other leak detection 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 replies to reviews; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction92Reliability92Craft & service94Value95Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 92 (median 93)Reliability: 92 (median 92)Craft & service: 94 (median 95)Value: 95 (median 98)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 100 (median 94)
Cal's Plumbing Inc.Leak Detection 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.Cal's Plumbing Inc.: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
92
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.Cal's Plumbing Inc.: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
92
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.Cal's Plumbing Inc.: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.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.Cal's Plumbing Inc.: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
95
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.Cal's 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.Cal's Plumbing Inc.: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
100

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Star ratings

2,831 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars2,69895%
  • 4 stars803%
  • 3 stars130%
  • 2 stars90%
  • 1 star311%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 2,228 written reviews

  • Praise4,38399%
  • Complaints651%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price6619%
  • Reasonable22764%
  • Overpriced195%
  • Not sure4212%
$642+54% vs typical leak detection services

Middle half of what 290 customers paid ($317–$1.4k) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude1,29629%
  • Speed & response89720%
  • Quality & results80718%
  • Price & value43510%
  • Would recommend42710%
  • Communication4229%
  • Honesty & trust1644%

What customers talk about

We read 2,228 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Great communication, super knowledgeable, very personable!”
    “i called to get an estimate and the guy was rude and chuckled when he said " haha no sir we only do estimates during business hours monday thru friday.”
  • “He then was able to obtain equipment promptly notwithstanding our remote location and do a same day installation.”
    “Anthony showed up late afternoon (on a Saturday with a smile on his face) and jumped into what turned out to be a 4 hour job!”
  • “Cal’s plumber Matt did a great job explaining options on a hot water recirculation system and a garbage disposal replacement.”
    “Hot Water was not working, Chris showed up and we had hot water within an hour….”
  • “They’ve always been there when I need them at a price that is fair.”
    “Also, the work we had them out to do was very expensive, hence why we only had them replacing one of the two fixtures, and we had them do some other w…”
  • “I am very happy with their prompt service and will use them again.”
    “I would not recommend this business for these reasons.”
  • “He explained what he would be doing as well as pricing.”
    “Cal's ignored my request for over 3 weeks to provide requested documentation needed for insurance claim which screwed us and cost us thousands.”
  • “Martin was professional knowledgeable, and very honest.”

People customers mention

  • Matt 43 reviews
  • Cals 42 reviews
  • Tyler 31 reviews
  • Nick 27 reviews
  • Lucas 27 reviews
  • Dan 27 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Cal's Plumbing Inc. for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Amanda4 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★★★★★

Gabriel was amazing! He was polite and professional. He stepped right in to fix an issue that came up during a flooring remodel. He went above and beyond on a Friday afternoon to get us repaired for the weekend and kept our flooring project on track. We could not have been more pleased.

Paid $800–1,000Reasonable priceToilet repair
NancyLocal 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. · 2 days ago★★★★★

We are very impressed with Cal Plumbing. Martin was professional knowledgeable, and very honest. We feel comfortable going forward with them.

Paid $1–200Great price
Tom13 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 days ago★★★★★

Cal’s plumber Matt did a great job explaining options on a hot water recirculation system and a garbage disposal replacement. He then was able to obtain equipment promptly notwithstanding our remote location and do a same day installation. Very professional service.

Paid $1,400–1,600Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installationService not listed
Carol10 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 days ago★★★★★

Matt Watson is an excellent plumber. Very knowledgeable. Clearly explains everything. Continuously asks if you have any questions. His work is impeccable. I very highly recommend Matt & Cal’s Plumbing.

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceToilet repair
Sonia8 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 days ago★★★★★

Lalo was on time. Very respectful and informative of the service he provided and the repairs my home needed.

Paid $200–400Not sureService not listed
Nicholas13 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★★★★★

Zachary did an amazing job! Fast response time, asking questions to find out the issue, and making sure I got the best deal possible. Even IF I could have found a better price somewhere else(which I doubt cause it was too good a deal), Zachary sealed the deal with his professionalism, humor, and knowledge. 10/10!!

Paid $2,000+Great priceWater heater installationWater tank installationWater tank repair

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 2,828 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Martha Valle1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Martha has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

An time, communicative,recommend 💯

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $1–200
  • Services: Service not listed
Amanda Damianakos4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Amanda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Gabriel was amazing! He was polite and professional. He stepped right in to fix an issue that came up during a flooring remodel. He went above and beyond on a Friday afternoon to get us repaired for the weekend and kept our flooring project on track. We could not have been more pleased.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $800–1,000
  • Services: Toilet repair
bill shipp3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews bill has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great job very professional. Gabriel was vey good. Highly recommend

  • Services: Plumbing leak detection
robert vaughnLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews robert has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

outrageously priced compared to other companies and

  • Price assessment: Overpriced
Terri GayLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Terri has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great communication, super knowledgeable, very personable!

Nancy SpruitLocal Guide · 25 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nancy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We are very impressed with Cal Plumbing. Martin was professional knowledgeable, and very honest. We feel comfortable going forward with them.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $1–200
Tom Reinert13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tom has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Cal’s plumber Matt did a great job explaining options on a hot water recirculation system and a garbage disposal replacement. He then was able to obtain equipment promptly notwithstanding our remote location and do a same day installation. Very professional service.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $1,400–1,600
  • Services: Garbage disposal installation, Service not listed
Carol Curotto10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Carol has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Matt Watson is an excellent plumber. Very knowledgeable. Clearly explains everything. Continuously asks if you have any questions. His work is impeccable. I very highly recommend Matt & Cal’s Plumbing.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $600–800
  • Services: Toilet repair
Sonia Munoz8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sonia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Lalo was on time. Very respectful and informative of the service he provided and the repairs my home needed.

  • Price assessment: Not sure
  • Price: $200–400
  • Services: Service not listed
Snake Plissken (PanicAttack321)10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Snake has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Gabriel, who did my consultation was very helpful and gave some great advice!

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