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Cal's 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%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

Cal's Plumbing Inc.

Tucson, AZ · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #18Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 44 leak detection services · 4.9★ from 2,828 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 replies to reviews; weakest: reliability.

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. is better than 92% of leak detection services.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. is better than 92% of leak detection services.A
92
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.Cal's Plumbing Inc. is better than 94% of leak detection 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.Cal's Plumbing Inc. is better than 95% of leak detection services.A
95
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.Cal's Plumbing Inc. is better than 100% of leak detection 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.Cal's Plumbing Inc. is better than 100% of leak detection services.A
100

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Customers hired Cal's Plumbing Inc. for 8 kinds of job.

Cal's Plumbing Inc. for garbage disposal installation

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.50
★ 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.$1,000+
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$295–$654
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 97/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Garbage disposal installation”: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 / 29
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.93%

All 50 Google reviews tagged “Garbage disposal installation” · showing 40

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
gerald4 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★★★★★

Perfect

Paid $400–600Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installation
DiLocal Guide · 131 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Jeremy was excellent and got a lot done in one day! Fixed a toilet, replaced a pressure valve on the main line, replaced garbage disposal and replaced my water heater! I am very happy with their prompt service and will use them again.

Toilet repairWater heater installationGarbage disposal installation
BLocal Guide · 16 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 month ago★★★★★

Update: 9/9/26 Jay Sandoval performed our annual inspection of all things in our household plumbing systems. Jay also worked tirelessly on getting a new toilet lid on a 24 year Kohler. We appreciate all recommendations he suggested regarding our plumbing. Jay was knowledgeable, personable and communicative. We…

Garbage disposal installationFaucet repairService not listed+ Value
kent2 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★★★★★

Great service from Dwayne

Paid $800–1,000Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installationPlumbing pipe repairFaucet repair
Kay4 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★★★★★

Matt was great- was able to do several items on our to do list. Left rooms where work was done veery clean and had useful advice on each of the tasks he did

Paid $1,400–1,600Reasonable priceToilet repairGarbage disposal installationDrain cleaning
Tom10 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★★★★★

Lalo was very thorough and detailed and professional and friendly. He repaired our kitchen "P" trap problem completely.

Great priceGarbage disposal installation
Caroline9 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Travis did a great job quickly assessing the issues we had and then resolving them. Pricing felt high, but in the end it was worth it for the speed and professionalism of the technician.

Garbage disposal installation
LauraLocal Guide · 48 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 months ago★★★★★

Matt was thorough and didn't mind getting dirty to get the job done right. Quick response. Fair prices.

Paid $100–200Not sureGarbage disposal installation+ Punctuality+ Value
Donna12 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 10 months ago★★★★★

Gabriel is an excellent technician and he arrived on time and fixed everything. Thank you so much. Been a customer since 1975

Paid $400–500Great priceGarbage disposal installation
Gary5 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★★★★★

Donny was very conscientious, Informative, And a pleasure to work with

Paid $1,000+Toilet repairGarbage disposal installation
DavidLocal Guide · 27 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★★★★★

It was good that they could come within 3 hours.

Paid $300–400OverpricedGarbage disposal installation
Jack7 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 year ago★★★★★

Jonathan was on time. He installed a new gas water heater and did an excellent job. He was professional, friendly and very knowledgeable. He explained what was done and how to operate. Cal’s is who we use for all our plumbing needs!

Paid $600–700Reasonable priceWater heater installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Chris9 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★★★★★

Nick was a true angel, no exaggeration. My brother-in-law desperately needed help with multiple issues at his house, and Nick came in with compassion, expertise, and honesty to help him get back on his feet. The wrong person could've sent the situation over the edge for all of us, and I am so grateful that Nick was…

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installationGarbage disposal installationDrain cleaning
Ruth9 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 year ago★★★★★

The folks at Cal's Plumbing have been taking excellent care of us and our house for years now. They're good enough that we will wait for them rather than call a different company!

Great priceGarbage disposal installationToilet installationGarbage disposal repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Tom3 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 year ago★★★★★

Lalo always does an excellent job. He is thorough, does good work and is friendly. I have confidence in Lalo’s work.

Garbage disposal installation
BobLocal Guide · 16 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★★★★★

Lucas did a great job of Disposal replacement!! He was clean, courteous and competent!!

Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installation
Rich2 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★★★★★

Anthony is a great representative of Cal’s Plumbing.

Paid $600–700Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installation
Brian3 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★★★★★

Our technician Jay did a terrific job from the beginning. He asked a lot of questions during the estimate instead of just throwing around jargon and asserting himself. He was very thoughtful when navigating through our house during the estimate and while doing the work. We ended up paying way less and our needs were…

Paid $1,000+Great priceGarbage disposal installationPlumbing pipe repairFaucet repair
Charles11 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★★★★★

Great and friendly service.

Garbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
CherylLocal 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. · Edited 2 years ago★★★★★

Gabriel was professional and very polite. A great example of a young man who knows his job! I appreciated the quick service.

Garbage disposal installationService not listed+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Adele5 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★★★★★

Great workmanship! Great customer service!

Plumbing leak detectionFaucet installationGarbage disposal installation
Cheryl10 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★★★★★

The technician was on time, introduced himself and was very polite and friendly. He installed my new garbage disposal and cleaned everything up quickly and professionally. I will continue to use Cal's Plumbing for all my plumbing needs.

Plumbing leak detectionGarbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Curtis13 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★★★★★

Matt changed out my garbage disposal today and it came out excellent ! Neat, clean and professional I like everything about it !

Garbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
James10 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★★★★★

Cal’s plumbers did a terrific job. Part of it turned out to be a bit tricky, but no problem for these folks. Awesome work, very professional and reliable. THANK YOU!!!

Faucet installationGarbage disposal installationPlumbing pipe repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Judith9 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★★★★★

Plumber was polite, did a good job, and cleaned up after himself.

Garbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
DanielLocal Guide · 15 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★★★★★

Nick at Cal’s did a good job communicating and giving us options without being pushy. He also helped a few minor things in other places along with the main job of the garbage disposal that was not working and some proactive pipe upgrades we ended up doing.they are not cheap but I did not have time to get comparison…

Garbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
BreLocal Guide · 101 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★★★★★

Travis did an excellent job at swapping out my garbage disposal for a new one. He cleaned up after himself too.

Garbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Ann4 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★★★★★

Steven explained everything he was doing. He gave us clear options for future projects we inquired about. He was cheerful and very professional. We’ll ask for him by name the next time we need a plumber.

Garbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Corina7 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★★★★★

Paul was on time, efficient, personable and quickly replaced my broken garbage disposal. No mess no fuss! I will Using Cal’s plumbing again.

Garbage disposal installationGarbage disposal repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
AnnLocal Guide · 23 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★★★★★

Kenneth did a great job, he fixed plumbing issues in which someone else did an installation not knowing what they were doing.

Garbage disposal installationPlumbing pipe repair
Marc7 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★★★★★

Paul was pleasant to work with and he did a good job

Garbage disposal installation+ Value
John3 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★★★★★

Donovan and Drew performed the installation in a superb manner. Second time using this company; highly recommended.

Garbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
CynthiaLocal 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Kenneth was awesome! Very professional, friendly and took great care to make sure the job got done right the first time. He made sure any questions I had were answered before he left. Ask for Kenneth, you won't be disappointed!

Garbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Karen2 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★★★★★

It was a great experience and he was very knowledgeable and explained things to us thoroughly. He took his time and did his job well!

Garbage disposal installation+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
SteveLocal Guide · 8 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 years ago★★★★★

Cal's Plumbing is a gem and we are very happy and very satisfied we discovered them. Kenneth our technician was very professional and resolved all of our kitchen sink issues - leaking faucet, defective disposal, and associated plumbing leaks. We now have piece of mind that our new sink (installed by another service) is finally functioning correctly.

Plumbing leak detectionFaucet installationGarbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Shjan1 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Jonathan Hite from Cal's plumbing did a terrific job. He came in on estimate, was neat, and courteous. I will call him back if I ever need another plumber.

Faucet installationGarbage disposal installationService not listed+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Susan9 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 years ago★★★★★

Very happy with the workmanship and professionalism. Very timely in their scheduling. Nick put in a new garbage disposal for us as well as a new gas water heater. Would not hesitate to call them again. Estimates in line with others. Thank you Nick!

Garbage disposal installationWater heater installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
MichaelLocal Guide · 16 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 5 years ago★★★★★

Cody was outstanding! He's a nice guy and an experienced technician. Cal's is a very professional business. I've worked with them for years. They are the best.

Garbage disposal installation
Thomas8 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 years ago★★★★★

Jonathan scoped out the problem and did a great job!

Garbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Quality+ Professionalism

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Price

$642+54% 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 19%Reasonable 64%Overpriced 5%Not sure 12%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Plumbing pipe repair221$322–$1.1k
Toilet repair170$176–$656
Drain cleaning158$161–$493
Plumbing leak detection153$78–$630
Faucet repair145$166–$529
Outdoor plumbing system repair134$441–$1.5k
Plumbing leak repair106$227–$807
Water heater installation100$1.2k–$2.5k

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