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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 55%88+48Reliability 24%84+20.4Value 14%90+12.7Replies to reviews 7%93+6.6Craft & service penalty87−1.3Experts Score= 86Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.86SCORE

Jim Dorsey and Son, Inc.

New Bedford, MA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #44Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 61 drain cleaning services · 4.8★ from 808 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: momentum and replies to reviews; 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.Jim Dorsey and Son, Inc. is better than 88% of drain cleaning services.A
88
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.Jim Dorsey and Son, Inc. is better than 84% of drain cleaning services.A
84
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.Jim Dorsey and Son, Inc. is better than 87% of drain cleaning services.A
87
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.Jim Dorsey and Son, Inc. is better than 90% of drain cleaning services.A
90
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.Jim Dorsey and Son, Inc. 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.Jim Dorsey and Son, Inc. is better than 93% of drain cleaning services.A
93

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Customers hired Jim Dorsey and Son, Inc. for 8 kinds of job.

Jim Dorsey and Son, Inc. for a/c system maintenance

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.29
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.90
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$400–600
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$54–$457
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 77/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “A/C system maintenance”: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 / 6
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.91%

All 29 Google reviews tagged “A/C system maintenance”

CraigLocal Guide · 52 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 month ago★★★★★

Ed was on time. He was very personable and went right work. The job was done no time at all. I use Dorsey for all my plumbing and HVAC needs. The work has always been done correctly, with never a recall. They have very highly skilled technicians.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceA/C system maintenanceA/C system repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Linda5 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★★★★★

Ed was our technician for our annual air conditioning service. He was friendly, kind, explained everything he did. Answered questions and did not make me feel I was interrupting him or taking up his time.

A/C system maintenance
Karen4 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★★★★★

Condenser wasn’t working right this morning. Ed our tech was here by 11 am same day and found a quick fix. Always reliable and on time. Love that we have the same tech every time. He knows all our systems and. Needs well

Paid $400–600Reasonable priceA/C system maintenanceA/C system repair
Brian1 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★★

Great company, friendly, responsive, competent. Would use them for any serious repair or installation. Do not recommend calling for small jobs unless you enjoy a 2,000% markup on parts cost.

Paid $400–600OverpricedA/C system maintenance
Jim2 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★★★★★

Team was on time, efficient, professional and provided sound advise

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceA/C system maintenance
Greg7 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★★★★★

showed up on time. was friendly and explained everything

HVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance
Sharon8 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★★★★★

We’ve used this company for a variety of plumbing, heating, and A/C work over the years, and they’ve always been reliable, professional, and easy to work with. They show up when they say they will, do solid work, and have helped us with everything from plumbing repairs to servicing our oil burner and A/C. It’s nice to have a company you can count on.

Reasonable priceA/C system maintenanceHeating system repairWater heater repair
Leslie8 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★★★★★

Jim Dorsey and Sons is a reliable, ethical company that provides services at reasonable prices. I highly recommend them for all your HVAC and water heater needs.

Paid $300–400Reasonable priceWater heater installationHVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance
John3 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 months ago★★★★★

Jim Dorsey and Son Company has been excellent to work with. Very professional staff with excellent customer service. Technician was very good

Paid $400–500Reasonable priceWater heater installationA/C system maintenance
Glenn1 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. · Edited 8 months ago★★★★★

I have been working with Dorsey for over 15 years now. I had Eddie and Shaun at quite a few of my locations, very knowledgeable, funny, great personality, just all around great guys, but work hard and get the job done. And that also goes for the rest of the technicians they have working, just a good company to work with.

Reasonable priceWater heater installationHVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance
ScottLocal Guide · 10 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 8 months ago★★★★★

This is another service that once again meets and exceeds expectation. Always polite and responsive which are important to me. @Ed Almeida very professional and courteous. Attention to detail and points out the little things to avoid headaches further down the line. I highly recommend their services as a residential customer.

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceA/C system maintenanceHeating system repairA/C system repair
Jeffrey13 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★★★★★

Great place to deal with. Honest. Fair. Responsive.

Water heater installationHVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance
Nick1 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 year ago★★★★★

Professional and right on time for the appointment. Explained all my questions and provided me with hints for routine maintenance of the furnace.

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceA/C system maintenance
robert1 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

I will only use dorsey plumbing and heating they always do a professional job

A/C system maintenanceA/C system repairHeating system repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Ryan3 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★★★★★

They were great to work with. Melissa in the office was amazing to work with our schedule. Joe and his partner did an amazing job. They were clean and neat. They went over everything in detail with us. I would definitely use them again and would highly recommend them!

A/C system maintenanceHeating system maintenanceHVAC system maintenance+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Melanie4 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★★★★★

Very easy to book, reasonable prices and knowledgeable. Will definitely hire again for my HVAC needs.

A/C system maintenance+ Responsiveness+ Quality+ Professionalism
Debbie2 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★★★★★

Justin was absolutely great, took his time, answered all my questions and went over everything he did. Price was very reasonable, will definitely use Jim Dorsey & Son again

A/C system maintenanceHVAC system repairA/C system repair
ElizabethLocal 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Professional and the young man Eddy explained everything he was doing thru out the time he was here! Very respectful and clean. Definitely will recommend to others needing HVAC service!

A/C system maintenance+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Karen1 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Thank you for repairing our air conditioning unit on short notice and in the midst of a heat wave. Thank you Amanda for your understanding of our unique living situation and for sending Eddy who was professional, knowledgeable and patient answering all of our questions. Will definitely call them again for our future…

A/C system maintenanceRepair HVAC+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
K211 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★★★★★

Excellent all-around service. Technicians are professional and friendly.

A/C system maintenanceHVAC system repairInstall AC+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Ed3 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★★★★★

The tech, Jason, was very thorough and explained everything that was done. We're very happy with the service and will definitely use Jim Dorsey and Son for future plumbing and HVAC needs.

A/C system maintenance+ Responsiveness+ Quality+ Professionalism
Vaughn10 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★★★★★

Always on time, polite and professional from the office staff to the field techs. Will recommend to others.

A/C system maintenanceHeating system repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Leanne2 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★★★★★

Jim Dorsey and Son has been indispensable to us for the care and feeding of our complex HVAC system. We’ve had a lot of issues, particularly with the furnace and they’ve been wonderful and prompt with getting us up and running again. We can’t thank them enough.

A/C system maintenanceHeating system maintenanceHVAC system maintenance
Nen4 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Great priceA/C system maintenance
Nelson2 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

A/C system maintenance+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Fred8 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

A/C system maintenance+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Brothers4 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

A/C system maintenance
Eileen12 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

A/C system maintenance+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
loveLocal Guide · 4 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

A/C system maintenanceA/C system repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality

Price

$529+5% 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 21%Reasonable 66%Overpriced 3%Not sure 10%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
HVAC system maintenance76$37–$406
Heating system repair70$429–$1.4k
Heating system maintenance48$54–$454
Water heater installation39$1.2k–$2.5k
Installation33—
A/C system maintenance29$54–$457
Heating system installation27$826–$2.8k
A/C system repair23$83–$1.3k

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