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First Class Plumbing and Heating LLC

Heating contractor · Anchorage, AK · reviewed since 2015

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 59%98+57.5Reliability 26%94+24.5Value 15%99+15.1Craft & service penalty98−0.2Experts Score= 97Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.97SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#4 of 28 pipe repair servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 89%
5.0 ★★★★★ 90 Google reviews · 10 photos
99%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.
26%reviews answered by the owner
Aug 2026latest review

First Class Plumbing and Heating LLC at a glance

Google reviewers rate First Class Plumbing and Heating LLC five stars based on ninety reviews, with the owner responding to twenty-six percent of comments. Customers frequently praise the company for punctual arrivals, clear communication, and reasonable pricing during plumbing and heating services. They highlight responsiveness to after-hours emergencies and the technical expertise of the staff. One critic noted dissatisfaction with a dented water heater and an unfixed wall hole, contrasting this with the generally positive feedback regarding professional service and honest interactions.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 90 reviews (99% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 90 Google reviews (79 with written comments, 1 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 26% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: August 15, 2026.
  • Service: Pipe Repair Service serving Anchorage, Alaska.

Data from Google, last updated November 1, 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: momentum and value; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction98Reliability94Craft & service98Value99Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 98 (median 90)Reliability: 94 (median 88)Craft & service: 98 (median 92)Value: 99 (median 99)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
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.First Class Plumbing and Heating LLC: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
98
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.First Class Plumbing and Heating LLC: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.A
94
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.First Class Plumbing and Heating LLC: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
98
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.First Class Plumbing and Heating LLC: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
99
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.First Class Plumbing and Heating LLC: 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 81.–
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Star ratings

90 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars8999%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star11%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 79 written reviews

  • Praise17599%
  • Complaints21%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Speed & response3721%
  • Staff & attitude3419%
  • Quality & results2514%
  • Would recommend2414%
  • Price & value2313%
  • Honesty & trust1810%
  • Communication169%

What customers talk about

We read 79 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “He's also done routine fixes for both my heating system and plumbing and was efficient and knowledgeable.”
  • “His customer service was fantastic - patient, clear, and easy to work with the whole way through.”
  • “Shawn McAlpin and his team delivered exceptional service from start to finish.”
  • “He's officially my go to plumber from now on — highly recommend!”
  • “Shawn found the problem and fixed it perfectly and at a fair price.”
  • “Their work was completed with clear honesty and integrity, backed by strong technical knowledge, and executed with speed, precision, and attention to detail.”
  • “They do a great job and are very easy to work with thus my first choice will be First class plumbing and heating every time I need work to be done!”

People customers mention

  • Shawn 16 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired First Class Plumbing and Heating LLC for 2 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Amy9 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★★★★★

Couldn't be happier with the service I received! I came home to a stressful leak with my water softener AFTER WORK 😩 and he responded incredibly to try to troubleshoot the leak.His customer service was fantastic - patient, clear, and easy to work with the whole way through. He's officially my go to plumber from now on — highly recommend!

Drew10 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★★★★★

I've used Shawn twice now, first was an emergency pipe freeze in January on a Saturday night, he tried literally everything he could do before I needed to call a thaw service, I really appreciated the dedication. He's also done routine fixes for both my heating system and plumbing and was efficient and knowledgeable. He's my go-to plumber.

Reasonable priceHeating system repairService not listed
SteveLocal Guide · 20 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★★★★★

Scheduled for the next day for small job. Showed up within the two hour window and had it done in an hour.

Dave10 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★★★★★

When was the last time you made an after-hours, emergency (no heat) first-time phone call to a provider that pulled off the road, looked at text pictures, and talked you through restoring heat? This is the best experience I've ever had with a plumbing and heating specialist.

DannyLocal Guide · 31 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★★★★★

Great service from Shawn and his son. They were on time, courteous, and took the time to talk me through what they saw and what they were thinking for a repair. Thanks for taking care of house.

Daryl5 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★★★★★

Shawn McAlpin and his team delivered exceptional service from start to finish. Their work was completed with clear honesty and integrity, backed by strong technical knowledge, and executed with speed, precision, and attention to detail. They exceeded our expectations, and we recommend their services without hesitation.

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 90 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Amy Apineru9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Amy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Couldn't be happier with the service I received! I came home to a stressful leak with my water softener AFTER WORK 😩 and he responded incredibly to try to troubleshoot the leak.His customer service was fantastic - patient, clear, and easy to work with the whole way through. He's officially my go to plumber from now on — highly recommend!

Drew Heusinkvelt10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Drew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I've used Shawn twice now, first was an emergency pipe freeze in January on a Saturday night, he tried literally everything he could do before I needed to call a thaw service, I really appreciated the dedication. He's also done routine fixes for both my heating system and plumbing and was efficient and knowledgeable. He's my go-to plumber.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Heating system repair, Service not listed
Steve ThomasLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Steve has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Scheduled for the next day for small job. Showed up within the two hour window and had it done in an hour.

Dave G10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dave has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

When was the last time you made an after-hours, emergency (no heat) first-time phone call to a provider that pulled off the road, looked at text pictures, and talked you through restoring heat? This is the best experience I've ever had with a plumbing and heating specialist.

Justine Crosby2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Justine has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Did a quick and fantastic job! Friendly employees, all around great experience

Matthew Millar3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Matthew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Shawn and team are quick to answer and get the job done right.

Karl Pfeiffer2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Karl has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Fast response. Great work! Thanks.

Danny KaneLocal Guide · 31 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Danny has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great service from Shawn and his son. They were on time, courteous, and took the time to talk me through what they saw and what they were thinking for a repair. Thanks for taking care of house.

Daryl Griggs5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Daryl has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Shawn McAlpin and his team delivered exceptional service from start to finish. Their work was completed with clear honesty and integrity, backed by strong technical knowledge, and executed with speed, precision, and attention to detail. They exceeded our expectations, and we recommend their services without hesitation.

Jan Cox7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Very knowledgeable and efficient. Got the leak repaired and problem solved in an hour!

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