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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 water heater installation

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.39
★ 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.$1.2k–$2.5k
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 85/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Water heater 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.#14 / 50
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 39 Google reviews tagged “Water heater installation”

Jennifer2 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★★★★★

I’d like to thank Jim Dorsey & Sons plumbing for their quick response in taking care of an issue with my tankless water heater. His technicians were exceptional not only in the installation but explaining to me how the unit functioned. It’s nice to know we have a local company that you can count on for service. - James Ritchie

Paid $2,000+Great priceWater heater installation
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
VinnyLocal Guide · 58 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 months ago★★★★★

Quick response, professional installers. They got it done fast. I highly recommend.

Water heater installation
Mary2 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 6 months ago★★★★★

Very pleased with Dorsey & Son plumbing arrived on time very efficient, knowledgeable and pleasant. Tech spent time investigating what the issue with water heater was and then sat down and explained issues and options with us. Office called to follow up with us and were very accommodating and pleasant.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installation
Carmella1 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★★★★★

Justin was very knowledgeable and explained everything about what I asked him.

Water heater installation
Carmella2 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★★★★★

He was great. Cleaned up after himself and than explained everything which i appreciated very much.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installation
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
Roxanne2 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★★★★★

Very neat, respectful, and knowledgeable. Outstanding quality of work! Very happy with my experience and will definitely be calling back in the future!

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installation
Aleksandra12 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 9 months ago★★★★★

At this point we have been requesting Tom’s VanGiesen team from Jim Dorsey & Sons Inc for all our projects, and we had a lot of them, from just sink faucets replacements to water heater change. They are superb, very professional and knowledgeable, provide easy to understand explanations and answer any additional…

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installationService not listed
sandra7 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

He informed me clearly everything he was doing. . He was great & friendly. Pleasant water heater installation!

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installation
MelissaLocal Guide · 62 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★★★★★

My husband and I are extremely happy with the service Tom and his team (Gage and Dante) provided. Everyone was friendly, courteous, and respected our property. Also, we would like to thank Jim Dorsey & Sons for supporting veterans and the discount that was provided to us. Overall, we will do business again with Jim Dorsey & Sons.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installation
MichaelLocal Guide · 51 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★★★★★

I got quotes from several companies and this one saved me well over $1,000. I thought there had to be some sort of catch but it ended up being a honest quote and a great deal. Tom and Kyle were top-notch installers. On time, Polite and professional, these guys had my broken water heater swapped out with a new one…

Customer photo from Michael's review
Paid $1,000+Great priceWater heater installation
StevenLocal 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

On time, very neat and the job came out nice

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installation
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
Joshua6 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★★★★★

Fast, easy, efficient. They are my go-to for my home needs.

Reasonable priceWater heater installation
Scott8 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★★★★★

Everyone I worked with at Jim Dorsey and Sons was great. From Tom in Sales to Brad in the Field and Amanda in the office. Great company! I would highly recommend them.

Water heater installationHeating system installation
Mary5 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★★★★★

Best Plumbing service ever!!! I’ve used a lot of different plumbers in Taunton. Dorsey rocks! You won’t find a more professional plumbing company. They are on time, stick to their estimates, clean up after themselves and bring everything with them that they will need for the job.

Water heater installation+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Just a fantastic company from the office staff to the technician . Ed was the tech that showed up and had my issue diagnosed in no time. Originally the job was going to have to wait until Monday but after finishing early at another appointment Ed chose to come back today and install the water heater and had me up…

Water heater installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
BrianLocal Guide · 15 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've used Dorsey for several years. The work has always been quality and the technicians professional. I have no issues recommending them to anyone.

Ductless heating & A/C servicesHVAC system maintenanceWater heater installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Karen2 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★★★★★

Best service I have every received since I moved here 8 years ago

Water heater installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
IanLocal Guide · 47 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★★★★★

Justin was friendly and professional. I would hire them again. Good quality work.

Water heater installation+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Agata8 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★★★★★

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THEM!! I would never be able to thank them enough, after having a terrible experience with another plumber they came to the rescue. Justin is very knowledgeable, professional and friendly he was always in a good mood and happy to answer all the questions we had. Also, the staff in the office is…

Heating system maintenanceInstall thermostatWater heater installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
DonnaLocal Guide · 58 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★★★★

Very pleasant young men. Only issue is they left wire on the floor..I was pulling back the rug to check on dryness and my finger got pierced by piece of wire.

Water heater installation+ Responsiveness
Robert3 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★★★★★

Great experience great job great guys

Water heater installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Paula7 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★★★★★

My water heater sprung a leak (due to rust) early New Year’s Day. I called Dorsey for emergency service and left a message. True to their word, I received a callback within 15 minutes. An hour later a technician arrived and assessed the situation. Within 2 hours a new water heater was installed. He was very…

Water heater installation
Michael11 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 days ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installation
Jessica2 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Water heater installation
Richard1 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $600–700Not sureWater heater installation
Maureen1 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installation
ursula6 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $300–400Reasonable priceWater heater installation
Patty11 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installation
Daniel10 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Water heater installationHVAC system maintenance
Heather2 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $1,000+Water heater installation
Steph2 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Great priceWater heater installation
Donny1 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Water heater installation+ Quality+ Professionalism
Mike3 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

HVAC system maintenanceWater heater installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Wayne1 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Water heater installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
NateLocal 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Heating system installationWater heater installationInstallation+ 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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