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

Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter for plumbing leak detection

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.59
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.97
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.$205–$630
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 88/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Plumbing leak detection”: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.#11 / 46
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 59 Google reviews tagged “Plumbing leak detection” · showing 20

Caitlyn7 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★★★★★

From Danelle who took my call to Jose who did the inspection, pleasant and professional from beginning to end. Jose was able to locate the issue, fix it immediately, and help educate me on some potential things to look for in the future. Very appreciative of their fast and professional work! Would absolutely use them for any future needs!

Paid $200–400Great priceToilet repairPlumbing leak detection
Brian2 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★★★★★

Great Team! Diagnosed my problem, which was a tricky slab leak in an older home with a flat roof, and brought in extra guys to get the work done quickly. Nice clean work and friendly team. I would recommend them to anyone!

Paid $2,000+Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repairPlumbing leak repair
Thorgron6 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★★★★★

The team did a great job with a difficult installation! I had a slab leak, combined with a flat roof, along with it being an old home and lots of strange work in the walls. They brought in extra guys to meet the challenge, and get the work done quickly. I would recommend them all day, every day! Super friendly as well!

Paid $2,000+Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing leak repair
Ernie1 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. · a month ago★★★★

They did an awesome job analyzing and fixing my problem. They also did a great job of cleaning up and returning everything back to normal.

Plumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repairPlumbing leak repair
LinLocal Guide · 18 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★★★★★

Professional and though.

Paid $1–200Not surePlumbing leak detection
Kristine3 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★★★★★

Jose did a great job in inspecting and testing for water leaks. He was very informative and helpful. Thank you very much!

Paid $200–400Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detection
Jacquelyn1 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. · a month ago★★★★★

We woke up to squishy carpet - they prioritized coming to our house to diagnose and fix - stayed in good communication on repair costs before proceeding. Very professional.

Plumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair
Kenvin9 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★★★★★

I had an excellent experience with Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter. They helped install my Delta faucet and carefully checked for the source of a leak. The plumber was professional, knowledgeable, and thorough throughout the entire process. He clearly explained what he found, completed the installation properly,…

Great pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair
NicoleLocal Guide · 18 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★★★★★

Our main water line running from the meter to the house had a large leak. They came out within 3 hours on a Saturday and diagnosed the issue, provided an estimate, and got us in the schedule for repair. The work was completed professionally and you would never have been able to tell they dug up the front yard at…

Paid $2,000+Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repairPlumbing leak repair
Rod2 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★★★★★

Quick response to show up at my home. Plumber knew what he was doing and was able to find and fix the issue. Dillon was very nice and cleaned up after he was done.

Paid $600–800Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair
Mohd4 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★★★★★

The tech was knowledgable and helpful, timely and informative, and the work was quick, finished on time and on budget.

Paid $800–1,000Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detectionOutdoor plumbing system repairService not listed
teee10 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 months ago★★★★★

They found the sewer line leak and showed it to me on the video. Sewer line work is not cheap but the price they gave me was well below almost 3 times cheaper the what i was given by other well known plumbing companies in phx. thank you desert water!

Drain cleaningPlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair
B3 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 months ago★★★★★

Punctual, efficient and knowledgeable.

Paid $200–400Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detection
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
Arlene13 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★★★★★

Jose and Tyler from Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter did an excellent job on our hot water reroute. From the start, they were professional, knowledgeable, prompt and easy to work with. They clearly explained the process, kept everything clean, and completed the work efficiently with great attention to detail. What…

Paid $2,000+Great pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing leak repair
Dave3 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★★★★★

Excellent responsiveness, Dee called me almost immediately after I submitted my request. Ethan showed up on time and professional and friendly. Went right to work finding the leak. Then came back the same day to do the repair. Thoroughly tested, you can see he was well trained. Highly recommended.

Paid $800–900Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair
Sebastian6 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★★★★★

Our service technicians arrived quickly and helped diagnose then fix the problem plus coordinate other specialists to help. They were friendly and professional. I’d definitely call them first if I need to in the future.

Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repairPlumbing leak repair
AzmetalLocal Guide · 19 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★★★★★

Excellent and prompt service. Tyler was punctual, very communicative, and professional. Thorough follow-thru from the office team as well (phone calls, texts, etc.). I definitely recommend Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter and will use them in the future for plumbing needs.

Great priceDrain cleaningPlumbing leak detection
David1 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 months ago★★★★★

This is the only plumbing company that I call. They always show up quickly do an incredible job and have fair pricing.

Plumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair
Kara1 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

We had a ceiling leak in our guest bathroom and reached out to our realtor for a recommendation. He recommended Desert Water Plumbing. I can't say enough positive things about our experience. From the very beginning- we spoke with a nice human (Dannelle) on the phone and were lucky enough to get a same day…

Great pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing leak repair

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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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