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John Betlem Heating & Cooling 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%88+48Reliability 24%84+20.4Value 14%91+12.9Replies to reviews 7%93+6.6Craft & service penalty89−1.1Experts Score= 87Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.87SCORE

John Betlem Heating & Cooling

Rochester, NY · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #85Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 130 plumbers · 4.9★ from 3,618 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other plumbers (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.John Betlem Heating & Cooling is better than 88% of plumbers.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.John Betlem Heating & Cooling is better than 84% of plumbers.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.John Betlem Heating & Cooling is better than 89% of plumbers.A
89
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.John Betlem Heating & Cooling is better than 91% of plumbers.A
91
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.John Betlem Heating & Cooling is better than 100% of plumbers.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.John Betlem Heating & Cooling is better than 93% of plumbers.A
93

Reviews for your job

Customers hired John Betlem Heating & Cooling for 8 kinds of job.

John Betlem Heating & Cooling for general construction

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.94
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.93
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: 91/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “General construction”: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.#1 / 5
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 94 Google reviews tagged “General construction” · showing 20

Chance1 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 week ago★★★★★

Technician did a great job nobody he was talking about nobody he was doing very knowledgeable

Paid $1–200Reasonable priceGeneral construction
Dale3 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 week ago★★★★★

They replaced my heating and cooling system and new thermostat. They did a super job. Brandon,Bo, Mac where very friendly and helpful with everything they did and how to maintain it.

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceGeneral constructionHeating system installationInstall thermostat
William6 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Our garbage disposal was clogged (my fault) and Jameison Baker came and cleaned the clog in no time at all and then taught me how to keep my garbage disposal clean! I will definitely be asking for Mr. Baker to come back whenever we have a plumbing issue! And not for nothing, he’s funny too!

Paid $1,000+Great priceGeneral constructionGarbage disposal repair
Lucinda5 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 weeks ago★★★★★

The two technician were so professional and amazing on the hot water tank and pipe that they fix Thank you so much Please give those two a raise

Paid $1,000+Not sureGeneral constructionHVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance
cali5248 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 month ago★★★★★

Was very happy with the professionalism of this outfit. They worked non-stop till everything was done and working correctly. Had a new furnace and a/c installed. Def recommend!

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceGeneral construction
KK2 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★★★★★

Very helpful and nice. Even the AI girl is nice hahaha. The technicians are very good and knowledgeable and pleasant to talk to.

Paid $400–600Not sureGeneral constructionPlumbing leak detection
David7 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★★★★★

Excellent work

General constructionPlumbing pipe repair
Ry4 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★★★★★

Trevor was very personable and did an excellent job of providing explanations to our questions and performing the necessary repairs.

Paid $200–400Great priceGeneral construction
Peter2 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 2 months ago★★★★★

Thomas did a great job. Very professional and efficient. Very knowledgeable. Replaced electrical service. Coordinated with RG&E.

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceGeneral constructionHVAC system repair
Joyce3 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 months ago★★★★★

On

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceGeneral constructionHeating system installationInstall AC
Craig5 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★★★★★

He was friendly. He was informative and cared deeply about what need to be done in our house to make us happy.

Paid $500–600Reasonable priceGeneral constructionA/C system maintenanceA/C system repair
James3 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★★★★★

Brad and Akiel were very professional in their tasks. They were both competant and courteous. They represent the Betlam team very well and are fine ambassadors for the company.

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceGeneral construction
THOMAS2 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★★★★★

Zach LeMarche performed an energy audit. He did an excellent job, was obviously very knowledgeable, was easy to talk to, and explained everything he was doing. A very good experience!

Paid $1–100Great priceGeneral constructionInstallation
Robert5 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★★★★★

Thanks for your time and your help your friend always Bob

General construction
Richard4 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★★★★★

Quick to solve our problem. Friendly and gave advice.

Paid $100–200Reasonable priceWater heater installationGeneral constructionWater heater repair
William4 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★★★★★

Excellent and courteous service. Complete professionals.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceGeneral constructionDrain cleaningPlumbing leak detection
James2 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★★★★★

Your techs showed up on time and quickly started work and completed job in a very timely fashion👍👍

Paid $1,000+Great priceGeneral construction
JoAnn5 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★★★★★

Professional and job well done!

Paid $1–100General construction
Susan2 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★★★★★

Excellent company

General construction
jan8 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★★★★★

Very pleased with the entire process working with this company. ( Dylan ) was respectful, polite, and a competent technician. Highly recommend.

Paid $500–600Reasonable priceGeneral construction

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Price

$432-7% vs typical plumbers

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 67%Overpriced 3%Not sure 9%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
HVAC system maintenance389$27–$251
Heating system maintenance357$37–$278
Heating system installation304—
A/C system maintenance266$27–$483
Heating system repair219$161–$834
Install AC199—
HVAC system repair117$124–$818
Install thermostat109—

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