iHow 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%97+52.9Reliability 24%96+23.3Value 14%99+14Replies to reviews 7%97+6.9Experts Score= 97Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.97SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#12 of 61 drain cleaning servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 82%
5.0★★★★★1,287 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
4.96★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0.6%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare 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
$959typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Google reviewers rate Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter 5/5 based on 1287 reviews, with the owner responding to 98% of feedback. Customers frequently cite punctuality, clear communication, and fair pricing when describing services like water heater installation, leak repair, and drain cleaning. While most praise the professionalism and thoroughness of the technicians, low-star reviews note occasional issues with rushed interactions, communication breakdowns, or work quality that required additional corrections.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 1,287 reviews (99% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 1,287 Google reviews (1,090 with written comments, 59 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 27, 2026.
Service: Drain Cleaning Service serving Peoria, Arizona.
Data from Google, last updated October 27, 2026.
Score profile vs other drain cleaning services
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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: craft & service and momentum; weakest: reliability.
This companyDrain Cleaning Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
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ReliabilityiReliability · 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.Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
96
Craft & serviceiCraft & 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.Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
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ValueiValue · 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.Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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MomentumiMomentum · 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.Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies 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.Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
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Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.
Star ratings
1,287 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars1,26899%
4 stars121%
3 stars00%
2 stars30%
1 star40%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 1,090 written reviews
99%praise
Praise2,59499%
Complaints171%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
98%fair
Great price9525%
Reasonable25468%
Overpriced72%
Not sure175%
$959+91% vs typical drain cleaning services
Middle half of what 308 customers paid ($376–$1.9k) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude62324%
Speed & response60323%
Quality & results41916%
Would recommend36414%
Price & value27310%
Communication2088%
Honesty & trust1215%
What customers talk about
We read 1,090 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“They were very professional, made necessary changes for the fluidity of the entire project.”
“They showed up right on time, bored cleanly right under our paver walkway without disturbing it, and installed a new PRV dialed in at 60 PSI.”
“Brad and Josh helped to install a new tub for our guest bath and it was a great experience!”
“One of the spouts was still leaking after three visits from plumbers.”
“I would highly recommend Michael and the entire staff.”
“I cannot not in good conscience recommend them after my experience.”
“He can solve any plumbing issue with confidence and is very fair on the cost of his services.”
“Way over priced.”
“They communicated every step of the way and were able to solve our plumbing issue.”
“They are efficient, reliable, professional, and their price is terrific.”
People customers mention
Nick36 reviews
Dillon30 reviews
Joe25 reviews
Ethan25 reviews
Mike23 reviews
Jose22 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Desert Water and Plumbing were great. They communicated every step of the way and were able to solve our plumbing issue. Thank you.
Paid $800–1,000Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Pam2 reviewsiTotal 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. · 23 hours ago★★★★★
Ethan was professional, knowledgeable, empathetic of our situation and expedient about remedying the situation.
scottLocal Guide · 22 reviewsiTotal 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 23 hours ago★★★★★
Had Desert Water back out, this time to update our RO water filtration system. Tyler was super nice, very thorough and timely. We continue to be very pleased with all services we have utilized Desert Water for!
Paid $800–1,000Reasonable priceService not listed
Candice1 reviewiTotal 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★★★★★
Referral by my brother Martin LaPrade thru BNI with Nick. Hired for installation of water heater. Tyler did a great job and answered questions we had about various plumbing issues. We are chatty sisters and probably talked his ear off!
JeffLocal Guide · 16 reviewsiTotal 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 days ago★★★★★
Great plumber/detective. Listened attentively, asked a few questions, postulated cause of the problem, confirmed it and fixed it. Personable & efficient. I've refered them to friends & family.
They've also replaced a gas water heater for us.
Paid $200–400Reasonable price
Prathap6 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Desert Water Plumbing did an amazing job replacing our main water line from the city meter to the house. They showed up right on time, bored cleanly right under our paver walkway without disturbing it, and installed a new PRV dialed in at 60 PSI. Clean copper work, professional crew, and had our water fully back on…
Brad and Josh helped to install a new tub for our guest bath and it was a great experience! They were very professional, made necessary changes for the fluidity of the entire project. Thank you guys so much!
Had Desert Water back out, this time to update our RO water filtration system. Tyler was super nice, very thorough and timely. We continue to be very pleased with all services we have utilized Desert Water for!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $800–1,000
Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 2 years ago
Thank you for your kind words, Scott. We're glad Alexis was able to provide quick and efficient service for your water heater! We're proud of our team's commitment to excellent service, and we appreciate your feedback. We look forward to assisting you again as needed!
Candice LaPrade1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Candice has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Referral by my brother Martin LaPrade thru BNI with Nick. Hired for installation of water heater. Tyler did a great job and answered questions we had about various plumbing issues. We are chatty sisters and probably talked his ear off!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $1,800–2,000
Services: Water heater installation
Jeff HumphreyLocal Guide · 16 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jeff has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great plumber/detective. Listened attentively, asked a few questions, postulated cause of the problem, confirmed it and fixed it. Personable & efficient. I've refered them to friends & family.
They've also replaced a gas water heater for us.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $200–400
Response from the owner · 6 days ago
Thank you for the five stars, Jeff. We really appreciate you taking the time to rate us.
- Rachel, Desert Water Plumbing
Prathap N6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Prathap has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Desert Water Plumbing did an amazing job replacing our main water line from the city meter to the house. They showed up right on time, bored cleanly right under our paver walkway without disturbing it, and installed a new PRV dialed in at 60 PSI. Clean copper work, professional crew, and had our water fully back on the same day. Top-notch service in Peoria!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $2,000+
Services: Plumbing pipe repair
Annie Erickson1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Annie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Jose was on time, listened to the issues, gave me options, was efficient in getting the tasks completed and made a good assessment of another plumbing issue. Will be getting an estimate shortly for that issue. Would definitely recommend him. Thanks. He was very tidy and considerate. What a great employee.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $400–600
Services: Faucet installation, Service not listed
Robert LaMotte4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Robert has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had Joe and Nick come help me fix my pinhole leak and replaced My hose faucets with new equipment and installed a shut off valve as well, they were great, really respectful. group of guys, highly recommend them.
Tommy2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Tommy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Desert Water Plumbing has been assisting our business and residence with all our plumbing needs. They are efficient, reliable, professional, and their price is terrific. They folks are real plumbers - not just a turn and burn billboard company with an out state call center.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Toilet repair, Water heater installation, Garbage disposal installation