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Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter 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%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

Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter

Peoria, AZ · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #12Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 61 drain cleaning services · 5.0★ from 1,287 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other drain cleaning 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: craft & service and momentum; 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.Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter is better than 97% of drain cleaning services.A
97
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.Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter is better than 96% of drain cleaning services.A
96
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.Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter is better than 100% of drain cleaning services.A
100
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.Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter is better than 99% of drain cleaning services.A
99
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.Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter is better than 100% of drain cleaning 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.Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter is better than 97% of drain cleaning services.A
97

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter for 8 kinds of job.

Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter for garbage disposal installation

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.24
★ 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.$200–300
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$366–$656
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 “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.#4 / 33
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 24 Google reviews tagged “Garbage disposal installation”

Tommy2 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★★★★★

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.

Great priceToilet repairWater heater installationGarbage disposal installation
audrey3 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★★★★★

We used you before & if necessary we would call you again!

Garbage disposal installation
SteveLocal Guide · 9 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Jose was extremely helpful, respectful, knowledgeable, and efficient. I've used Desert Water Plumbing and had the same experience. I will be their customer for life.

Paid $600–800Not sureGarbage disposal installationService not listed
TeresaLocal Guide · 17 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★★★★★

excellent service, very professional and efficient, will use them in my new home as well

Garbage disposal installation
john13 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 months ago★★★★★

Great Service and products

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installationService not listed
Rick1 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Jose did a great job putting in a new water line. All the landscaping cleaned up and you can’t even tell it had been dug up. On time and very efficient.

Garbage disposal installation
Robert4 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 months ago★★★★★

We have used Desert Water for multiple projects at 3 different locations and they have always been great. Fairly priced and reliable. I would recommend to friends and family.

Paid $1,800–2,000Reasonable priceWater heater installationGarbage disposal installationPlumbing leak detection
Sheryl13 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★★★★★

I have used Desert Water for several different plumbing jobs, and now subscribe to their water softener salt delivery and maintenance service. They have always done a stellar job!

Water heater installationGarbage disposal installationOutdoor plumbing system repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
JudyLocal Guide · 22 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 months ago★★★★★

Never thought I would say BEST OF THE BEST for a plumbing company but Desert Water Plumbing definitely is! Five stars is not enough. Jose arrived on time and answered all our questions. Gave us a bid before he started the work. Installed a new toilet and a new garbage disposal in Record time. Cleaned up better…

Reasonable priceToilet repairGarbage disposal installation
James5 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★★★★★

Jose was great! Very pleasant and knowledgeable.

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installation
annalisaLocal Guide · 14 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Jose with Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter was great to work with. He got me in quickly and handled a fairly large repair job—not just a quick fix. He was professional, knowledgeable, and explained everything clearly along the way. He showed up on time, worked efficiently, and treated my home with care. I’d…

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installationGarbage disposal installationRepair water fixtures
cathy13 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★★★★★

Plumber was courteous, professional, left everything clean and dry

Great priceGarbage disposal installation
Beverly4 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★★★★★

Very knowledgeable and efficient. I will use them again and have already passed their name along.

Paid $600–700Great priceGarbage disposal installation
TjLocal Guide · 40 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★★★★★

Outstanding company to work with. Always accurate on their pricing and work is performed exactly how they advise. Have referred them to friends, colleagues and neighbors and will be the first call for any future plumbing issues that may occur.

Water heater installationGarbage disposal installationShower installation+ Professionalism
RonLocal Guide · 26 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★★★★★

Outstanding service! I recommend Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter, LLC. They do what they say they are going do. Their enthusiasm , knowledge and plumbing skills are excellent. Good communication throughout the service. I was impressed' with their team approach. A team of three showed up to do my projects.

Garbage disposal installationToilet installation
wayne6 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★★★★★

5 star m and more

Garbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Paul2 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★★★★★

Great work, reasonably priced. Even came over a second time to install a single rubber hose with no charge. Would highly recommend and we will be a future customer

Faucet installationGarbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Gare8 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★★★★★

Pleased with their responsiveness and professional work. Price was reasonable, and used them multiple times. Good people.

Garbage disposal installationOutdoor plumbing system repair+ Responsiveness+ Quality
Kelly6 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★★★★★

Desert Water has been my go to plumbing company for the last few years and I could not be more appreciative of all of the amazing services they provide to their customers. They do it all! They have installed a new garbage disposal, fixed many leaks as well as installed new faucets, seated new toilets/removed and…

Plumbing leak detectionFaucet installationGarbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Carolyn6 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★★★★★

Desert Water, Nick has always been responsive, fair, and performs quality work! The last time we used Nick was for a main water line leak. He responded immediately to fixed the leak. The city water inspector told me "the workmanship on replacing your pipe is superb" kudos to Nick

Garbage disposal installationWater heater installationPlumbing pipe repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
MichaelLocal Guide · 53 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★★★★★

Nick is both courteous and professional. He installed a Springwell water purification system after I made the mistake of initially hiring a handyman. Save yourself time, money and hassle and hire Nick and his partner for your plumbing needs.

Faucet installationGarbage disposal installationToilet installation+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Scott4 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $300–400Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installationWater heater repair
Lisa5 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Garbage disposal installationService not listed+ Responsiveness+ Professionalism
Carlos5 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Faucet installationGarbage disposal installationShower installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality

Price

$959+91% vs typical drain cleaning 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 25%Reasonable 68%Overpriced 2%Not sure 5%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Water heater installation112$1.2k–$2.5k
Plumbing pipe repair76$353–$1.4k
Plumbing leak detection59$205–$630
Toilet repair57$239–$680
Outdoor plumbing system repair46$366–$1.6k
Faucet installation43$340–$867
Drain cleaning34$248–$593
Plumbing leak repair34$248–$793

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