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Michael & Son Services 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%83+45.3Reliability 24%76+18.4Value 14%83+11.7Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty85−1.5Experts Score= 81Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.81SCORE

Michael & Son Services

Holly Springs, NC · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #28Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 30 water softener repair · 4.8★ from 14,480 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other water softener repair (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.Michael & Son Services is better than 83% of water softener repair.A
83
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.Michael & Son Services is better than 76% of water softener repair.B
76
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.Michael & Son Services is better than 85% of water softener repair.A
85
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.Michael & Son Services is better than 83% of water softener repair.A
83
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.Michael & Son Services is better than 100% of water softener repair.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.Michael & Son Services is better than 100% of water softener repair.A
100

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Customers hired Michael & Son Services for 8 kinds of job.

Michael & Son Services for repair water fixtures

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.303
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.84
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.$327–$771
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 84/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Repair water fixtures”: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 / 3
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.98%

All 303 Google reviews tagged “Repair water fixtures” · showing 20

Stephen1 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. · 5 days ago★★★★★

Juan is a very good guy and was very helpful.

Paid $1,200–1,400Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repairRepair water fixturesFaucet repair
John5 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 days ago★★★★★

I was scheduled quickly for same day - Elis was fantastic, he took the time to not only explain the issue with my hose bib, but also show me how it failed. The replacement was fast, and everything is working as needed again. Thank you!

Paid $200–400Not sureRepair water fixtures
ChrisLocal Guide · 13 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Peter and Francis did good, quick, professional work. They diagnosed what two exterior pipes were on our house, and they capped an exterior spigot. Quick and easy for me, which I appreciate.

Paid $1–200Great priceRepair water fixturesService not listed
Karen10 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★★★★★

Elis was just great! Repeat visit for a different issue. Efficient and knowledgeable. Replaced the outside spigot without an issue!

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceRepair water fixtures
James10 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Josh is my go-to guy for all my plumbing needs. He is courteous, neat and pays attention to detail. I strongly recommend Michael and Son.

Shower installationPlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair
Rick13 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★★★★★

Andrew did a great job. He was knowledgeable, polite, and explained things clearly.

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installationPlumbing leak detectionRepair water fixtures
Monty7 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★★★★★

Great explanation, timely completion!

Repair water fixturesFaucet repair
Cathy6 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★★★★★

Very professional and worked until he found the problem that was causing low water pressure.

Paid $2,000+Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repairRepair water fixturesFaucet repair
Rick5 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★★★★★

Ivery did excellent work and was a great explainer. Would highly recommend.

Paid $200–400Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detectionRepair water fixturesPlumbing fixture installation
Chris7 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★★★★★

Great service from Michael & Son! I’ve used them for plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work and have always had a positive experience. Their technicians are professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and show up when expected. They take the time to explain the work, answer questions, and make sure everything is done…

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceToilet repairWater heater installationHVAC system maintenance
Adger6 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★★★★★

Great job by Dezireon in getting my leaky pipe issue fixed quickly! I will look to this company again for any future plumbing work that I need done.

Repair water fixtures
Phil5 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. Andrew showed up promptly and addressed the issue very well. Very pleasant and explained things well.

Plumbing leak detectionTV mountingRepair water fixtures
Timothy3 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★★★★★

Today i had an appointment with Michael and son concerning my plumbing and I had an AMAZING experience the Technician Eli’s Del Rio he was very informative and explained every single detail so Me and my wife could understand he also went above and beyond to fix the problem This experience has made me have a new…

Paid $200–400Great priceToilet repairDrain cleaningRepair water fixtures
Todd8 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★★★★★

Josh was friendly, professional, and efficient. Initial inspection was informative. Installation of water heater was nicely done.

Paid $1,000–1,200Not sureToilet repairWater heater installationRepair water fixtures
Don2 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★★★★★

The technician was knowledgeable, and he had the equipment and expertise to analyze our problem thoroughly.

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceOutdoor plumbing system repair+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Shannon14 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★★★★★

Confident and knowledgeable. Great insight and helpful. Taught me how to drain and refill my water heater.

Paid $1,600–1,800Great priceRepair water fixturesFaucet repairOutdoor plumbing system repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Kelly1 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 months ago★★★★★

Travis did great job

Paid $400–600Reasonable priceRepair water fixtures
Austin13 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★★★★★

Nolen is amazing! Quick, clean, efficient, informative, and professional at ALL times. If you want an example for the rest of your team, please point to him

Paid $800–1,000Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repairRepair water fixturesShower repair
GaryLocal Guide · 24 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★★★★★

Had a serious water leak. They came promptly to shut the water off and repair the problem. Good explanation of what repairs were needed.

Paid $1,200–1,400Great pricePlumbing pipe repairPlumbing
AngeloLocal Guide · 14 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★★★★★

MICHAEL and son was very responsive on time, hard-working and handled our problem immediately. we had a water break and it was an emergency repair. I would highly recommend this company and their service.

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceRepair water fixtures

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Price

$517+17% vs typical water softener repair

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 19%Reasonable 63%Overpriced 7%Not sure 10%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
HVAC system maintenance1110$19–$176
HVAC system repair611$83–$1.2k
A/C system maintenance598$27–$529
Plumbing pipe repair558$317–$1.2k
Water heater installation546$1.4k–$2.8k
Toilet repair473$205–$786
Plumbing leak detection451$122–$593
Plumbing319—

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