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Herrington's Drain Cleaning & Backflow Masters

Drainage service · Augusta-Richmond County, GA · reviewed since 2021

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 64%92+58.4Reliability 28%67+18.9Replies to reviews 8%85+7Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 84Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.84SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#46 of 61 drain cleaning servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 25%
4.9 ★★★★★ 139 Google reviews · 24 photos
98%five-star reviews
10%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
59%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2025latest review

Herrington's Drain Cleaning & Backflow Masters at a glance

Customers frequently cite punctuality, clear communication, and reasonable pricing as key aspects of the drainage and plumbing services provided. Many reviewers highlight the professional demeanor of the staff and their ability to resolve issues like leaks and toilet repairs quickly. However, a small number of low-star reviews describe instances where technicians failed to return after an initial visit or did not show up at all, citing a lack of follow-up communication.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 139 reviews (98% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 139 Google reviews (109 with written comments, 1 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 59% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 11, 2025.
  • Service: Drain Cleaning Service serving Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia.

Data from Google, last updated November 8, 2026.

Score profile vs other drain cleaning 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: craft & service and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction92Reliability67Craft & service99Value–Momentum–Replies to reviews85Satisfaction: 92 (median 93)Reliability: 67 (median 92)Craft & service: 99 (median 96)Replies to reviews: 85 (median 93)
This companyDrain Cleaning 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.Herrington's Drain Cleaning & Backflow Masters: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
92
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.Herrington's Drain Cleaning & Backflow Masters: 67/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.B
67
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.Herrington's Drain Cleaning & Backflow Masters: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
99
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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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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.Herrington's Drain Cleaning & Backflow Masters: 85/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
85

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Star ratings

139 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars13698%
  • 4 stars11%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star21%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 109 written reviews

  • Praise22899%
  • Complaints31%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude5725%
  • Speed & response4821%
  • Would recommend4218%
  • Quality & results3816%
  • Price & value209%
  • Communication146%
  • Honesty & trust125%

What customers talk about

We read 109 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Very professional and knowledgeable about our plumbing needs.”
  • “He completed the job quickly and took the time to explain what he had done.”
  • “I highly recommend this company for your plumbing needs.”
  • “Amazing service, came out past normal business hours to find the source of our emergency leak.”
    “I've used other companies,and I wasn't satisfied with the work and they didn't solve my issues.”
  • “They were very respectful of the home, offered to help clean up, and provided the service at a great price.”
  • “Communication throughout your whole process is phenomenal .”
  • “I now know who to call when it comes to honest people.”

People customers mention

  • Jared 6 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Herrington's Drain Cleaning & Backflow Masters for 3 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Lynette6 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 professional and knowledgeable about our plumbing needs. We will only use this company going forward.

Roseann5 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★★★★★

Excellent work…. Great friendly personality! Goes above and beyond! Will definitely recommend and use this company.

Sandy6 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 years ago★★★★★

Jared was very professional and courteous. He completed the job quickly and took the time to explain what he had done. I highly recommend him

LatonyaLocal 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

This company is top notched. Communication throughout your whole process is phenomenal . I highly recommend this company for your plumbing needs.

Calvin2 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 years ago★★★★★

This company fixed my water leak coming from my property. They made it hassle free & gave me peace of mind with a nice warranty. They were prompt & professional, I reached out yesterday evening & they made time to complete the job today for me. Highly recommend and will be doing business with them again!

Maria4 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 years ago★★★★★

Jared, at Herrington's Drain Cleaning and Back Flow, is great. He will always come to the rescue no matter how busy he is. There's nothing to great or too small, he can fix it all...and I've seen him do it, from the business side, all the way to my own personal life plumbing issues. Thanks Jared!

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 139 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Lynette Walton6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lynette has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Very professional and knowledgeable about our plumbing needs. We will only use this company going forward.

Roseann Randolph5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Roseann has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excellent work…. Great friendly personality! Goes above and beyond! Will definitely recommend and use this company.

Sandy Dykes6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sandy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jared was very professional and courteous. He completed the job quickly and took the time to explain what he had done. I highly recommend him

Latonya AllenLocal Guide · 26 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Latonya has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This company is top notched. Communication throughout your whole process is phenomenal . I highly recommend this company for your plumbing needs.

Michael Key3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great service and employee

Peggy Wright1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Peggy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great service!

Calvin Herrington2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Calvin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This company fixed my water leak coming from my property. They made it hassle free & gave me peace of mind with a nice warranty. They were prompt & professional, I reached out yesterday evening & they made time to complete the job today for me. Highly recommend and will be doing business with them again!

Maria Hobbs4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Maria has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jared, at Herrington's Drain Cleaning and Back Flow, is great. He will always come to the rescue no matter how busy he is. There's nothing to great or too small, he can fix it all...and I've seen him do it, from the business side, all the way to my own personal life plumbing issues. Thanks Jared!

brandon herrington6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews brandon has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They came in found the issue immediately. Was very professional and quick. Septic tank is now fixed and my yard isn’t flooding anymore. Definitely would recommend to anyone. Was even surprised to see we had the same last name. No relation though lol

Cristina Esther5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cristina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Responded quickly and fixed our toilet in a timely fashion. Very professional & courteous! We are very happy with the service & will definitely recommend as well as use again for any other issues. Reasonable pricing.

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