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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 shower installation

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.16
★ 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+
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 92/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Shower 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.#3 / 28
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 16 Google reviews tagged “Shower installation”

Cassie5 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. · 14 minutes ago★★★★★

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!

Reasonable priceShower installationPlumbing pipe repairRemodeling
KarenLocal 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 months ago★★★★★

After having a nightmare with another plumbing company a few months ago, I am thoroughly pleased with Desert Water Plumbing & Repair. The estimate given was very detailed including warranty, etc. Ethan was very knowledge, got it done with the time he indicated, with no extra mess or issues. I highly recommend…

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceShower installation
Lionel10 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★★★★★

The Technician was upfront about the issues about the price. Explain the work that he was doing. Was professional and courteous

Paid $1,000+Shower installation
Zach5 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Too notch service, they always fit me in when I need someone in a pinch!

Toilet repairShower installation
Meghan9 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★★★★★

Desert Water Plumbing and Rooter was phenomenal! Timely, efficient, professional, and quality work! They got our new tub installed and corrected the horrible original plumbing for our vanity.

Paid $1,000+Great priceShower installationPlumbing pipe repair
GregLocal 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Ethan did an excellent job. Very respectful and courteous in and out quickly and efficiently.

Shower installation
Amanda3 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★★★★★

They are absolutely the best company I have had in years; I will definitely be sticking with them indefinitely.

Shower installation
KelleyLocal Guide · 21 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★★★★★

I called them and they came out right away, fixed my shower pressure, changed out my water softener, and they were the nicest people to deal with on the phone, at my home. I cannot recommend them enough. They were really knowledgeable, helpful and trustworthy.

Shower installationWater tank installation
Barbara4 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★★★★★

Always prompt. Polite and respectful. Highly recommend

Reasonable priceShower 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
Harvey4 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★★★★★

We had several plumbing projects at our house that needed to be fixed. Our plumber, Bradley, was on time, installed high quality faucets, and completed the long list of projects in a very reasonable amount of time.

Faucet installationShower installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Donovan7 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★★★★★

This company operates with integrity and it shows. Their entire team is amazing and I would never use another plumbing company.

Shower installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Jeff3 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★★★★★

Have used this company for several large and small projects they have always been very helpful and go above and beyond to do the job the correct way. You can’t go wrong hiring this company.

Plumbing leak detectionShower installationToilet installation+ Quality+ Professionalism
BenLocal Guide · 56 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★★★★★

They did a very good job on the work we needed, fixing and routing a new pipe and new shower. They were professional and clean and that was also appreciated.

Plumbing leak detectionShower installationPlumbing pipe repair+ Professionalism+ Value
StevenEdited 8 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Reasonable priceShower installation
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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