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D&R Plumbing, Heating & Air, Inc.

Plumber · Bloomington, IL · reviewed since 2012

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%90+49.1Reliability 24%88+21.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%85+6Craft & service penalty92−0.8Experts Score= 90Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.90SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#12 of 28 pipe repair servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 59%
4.8 ★★★★★ 335 Google reviews · 11 photos
93%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.
32%reviews answered by the owner
$114typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

D&R Plumbing, Heating & Air, Inc. at a glance

Customers frequently praise D&R Plumbing for its punctuality, professional communication, and honest pricing, often noting that the owner personally handles jobs with clear explanations. Recurring themes include quick response times, thorough problem-solving for plumbing issues, and helpful advice regarding insurance or maintenance. However, some low-star reviews criticize high costs for specific repairs and instances where parts failed shortly after service, leading to disputes over additional charges or perceived lack of follow-up communication.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 335 reviews (93% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 335 Google reviews (308 with written comments, 1 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 32% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 24, 2026.
  • Service: Pipe Repair Service serving Bloomington, Illinois.

Data from Google, last updated October 27, 2026.

Score profile vs other pipe repair 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: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction90Reliability88Craft & service92Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews85Satisfaction: 90 (median 90)Reliability: 88 (median 88)Craft & service: 92 (median 92)Value: 100 (median 99)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 85 (median 81)
This companyPipe Repair 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.D&R Plumbing, Heating & Air, Inc.: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
90
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.D&R Plumbing, Heating & Air, Inc.: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.A
88
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.D&R Plumbing, Heating & Air, Inc.: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
92
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.D&R Plumbing, Heating & Air, Inc.: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.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.D&R Plumbing, Heating & Air, 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.D&R Plumbing, Heating & Air, Inc.: 85/100 on this factor. Category median: 81.A
85

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Star ratings

335 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars31393%
  • 4 stars51%
  • 3 stars41%
  • 2 stars10%
  • 1 star124%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 308 written reviews

  • Praise62197%
  • Complaints203%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price1169%
  • Reasonable531%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%
$114-76% vs typical pipe repair services

Middle half of what 8 customers paid ($27–$277) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude17728%
  • Speed & response13120%
  • Would recommend10617%
  • Quality & results7812%
  • Price & value559%
  • Communication538%
  • Honesty & trust416%

What customers talk about

We read 308 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “I have used D and R for years and they have always been friendly and fair with quality work.”
  • “Richard gave us sound advisement about working with our insurance, he was very efficient and had clear communication.”
    “He helped me deal with my warranty company and plumbed a tough water break though it was late and I'm sure he wanted to go home.”
  • “I look forward to working with D&R Plumbing again for any future plumbing needs and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable service.”
    “Cons: Price - I recommend getting a quote first”
  • “He is very knowledgeable and fixed the problem fast !”
    “They responded immediately to address the issue with the water heater not working.”
  • “Took not even an hour and pricing was very affordable.”
    “Complete rip off.”
  • “He provided excellent communication and transparency throughout the entire project inquiry process, which made everything stress-free and easy to understand.”
  • “His honest quotes and hard work make him worth calling.”

People customers mention

  • Richard 69 reviews
  • Rich 7 reviews
  • Rick 5 reviews
  • Shawn 3 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired D&R Plumbing, Heating & Air, Inc. for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Diana2 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★★★★★

I have used D and R for years and they have always been friendly and fair with quality work.

Paid $200–400Great priceDrain cleaning
KennethLocal Guide · 24 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★★★★★

I've used them twice so far for plumbing and they are the most honest and professional company I've ever used.I highly recommend them.

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceSewer repair
AnnaLocal Guide · 13 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★★★★★

Richard was INCREDIBLE!! He called when he got into Peoria and asked if it was too late to stop by. We said absolutely not! We needed his help and he did not disappoint. He helped us and went above and beyond to get our drain unclogged in the basement. He didn’t leave until it was perfect, which made for a very…

Paid $1–200Great priceDrain cleaning
Erin3 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★★★★★

When my water heater was spewing water, soaking my basement, Richard answered and was here in 10 minutes! Amazing service!

Paid $1–100Great priceWater heater repair

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 335 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Diana Prince2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Diana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I have used D and R for years and they have always been friendly and fair with quality work.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $200–400
  • Services: Drain cleaning
BloNo Rentals2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews BloNo has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Professional service and fair pricing

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Drain cleaning
Scott Davis11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Scott has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Richard and his crew are amazing. Jobs big or small are handled professionally. His honest quotes and hard work make him worth calling.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Drain cleaning
Whitney JohnsonLocal Guide · 19 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Whitney has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Richard gave us sound advisement about working with our insurance, he was very efficient and had clear communication. Went beyond the job itself in customer service.

Anthony PlattLocal Guide · 53 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Anthony has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Awesome to deal with, professional, quick and clean!

Ekata G4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ekata has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Richard was great!! He is very knowledgeable and fixed the problem fast ! He is also very nice !! Gave me some good tips to prevent future problems! I am very happy with service !!

Kenneth SmithLocal Guide · 24 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kenneth has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I've used them twice so far for plumbing and they are the most honest and professional company I've ever used.I highly recommend them.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $200–400
  • Services: Sewer repair
Anna ODayLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Anna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Richard was INCREDIBLE!! He called when he got into Peoria and asked if it was too late to stop by. We said absolutely not! We needed his help and he did not disappoint. He helped us and went above and beyond to get our drain unclogged in the basement. He didn’t leave until it was perfect, which made for a very long day for him. We can’t thank him enough!! HIGHLY recommend D & R Plumbing & Heating!!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $1–200
  • Services: Drain cleaning
Stella Johnson2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stella has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Thanks Richard for coming out to repair my bathroom sink and figuring out the problem that no one else could. You do great work and you get the job done every single time and I can always count on you. I appreciate you and keep up the good work!!!

Erin Lard3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Erin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

D&R did a great job! Would 100% recommend!

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