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Plumbing Pals 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%86+46.9Reliability 24%78+18.9Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty90−1Experts Score= 86Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.86SCORE

Plumbing Pals

Philadelphia, PA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #84Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 120 plumbers · 4.9★ from 1,809 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: value and momentum; 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.Plumbing Pals is better than 86% of plumbers.A
86
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.Plumbing Pals is better than 78% of plumbers.B
78
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.Plumbing Pals is better than 90% of plumbers.A
90
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.Plumbing Pals is better than 100% of plumbers.A
100
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.Plumbing Pals 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.Plumbing Pals is better than 100% of plumbers.A
100

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Customers hired Plumbing Pals for 8 kinds of job.

Plumbing Pals for garbage disposal installation

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.23
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.96
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$600–800
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$383–$718
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 83/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Garbage disposal 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.#23 / 78
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 23 Google reviews tagged “Garbage disposal installation” · showing 20

julieLocal Guide · 71 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★★★★★

The company was prompt, and they showed and explained everything. Allan, the plumber, was especially knowledgeable and made me feel that he knew what he was doing. Very satisfied with the company.

Garbage disposal installationDrain cleaning+ Quality
Clark4 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★★★★★

Overall great experience!! Got me scheduled super quick and John showed up right on time. Swapped out our old garbage disposal super fast!!

Garbage disposal installation
Krishna4 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★★★★★

We’ve used plumbing pals THREE times now and this is your one-stop shop! We highly recommend! Booking is exceptionally easy, the office team is very responsive and helpful. They are transparent about the cost of services and send comprehensive estimates. Shout-out to Alan who has come to our home for two calls. He…

Paid $1,000–1,200Garbage disposal installationFaucet repairToilet installation
Shon5 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★★★★★

Alan Came out to fix my Garbage disposal, and unclog my kitchen sink. clearly talked me through my options and price points. ultimately decided on replacement, and the job was done in a flash, and everything worked perfectly. price was pretty reasonable too. overall incredibly happy with the service and professionalism

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installation
POWLocal Guide · 23 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★★★★

Pretty fast was in and out nothing was leaking however, I do think they were a little overpriced, but I needed to work done ASAP, two very nice young men they were very friendly and very friendly to my my fur babies

Paid $1,200–1,400Not sureGarbage disposal installationFaucet repairGarbage disposal repair
Steve5 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★★★★★

Thank you for the work done today. Stephan was great and replaced our garbage disposal. Definitely using Plumber Pals for any future plumbing issues.

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installation
Yohan8 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★★★★★

Jared and Alan were extremely knowledgeable and promptly serviced our broken garbage disposal and kitchen leak! Diagnoses and repaired same day!

Paid $400–600Garbage disposal installation
Rachel5 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★★★★★

Highly recommend! John showed up promptly at the beginning of the time window he was expected and quickly worked to resolve the issue with my garbage disposal. They also don’t require you to buy parts through them. He told me exactly what I needed after diagnosing the issue, and then I rescheduled them for a quick…

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installation
MaddyLocal Guide · 28 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★★★★★

Anthony and John were very professional. The job was done on time even though we had a stormy snow weekend. Excellent job.

Paid $900–1,000Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installationPlumbing pipe repair
ChrisLocal Guide · 11 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★★★★★

Michael did a great job identifying some issues that other plumbing companies didn't take the time to figure out

Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installation
Angela7 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★★★★★

They were very fast and perfect for fixing my garbage disposal. And they helped me with info how to keep the new going for years!

Paid $500–600Great priceGarbage disposal installation
Michael3 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 years ago★★★★★

Hands down the best plumbing service I have ever used. ALWAYS on time and never any hidden issues when it comes to pricing. If you are looking for a plumber, economy should be your choice.

Plumbing leak detectionFaucet installationGarbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
MinaLocal Guide · 11 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★★★★★

Tim was excellent, he had great communication. Made sure he fixed the issue whether it was a repair or replace. Checked in with me each step of the way, was very kind, and fast with his work. I was stressed for the random issues to pop up, but relieved within 24hrs with this company getting right to it. Even the…

Garbage disposal installationGarbage disposal repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Rob2 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★★★★★

I called Economy to replace some broken supply valves in a difficult to service position and to remove a clog in an outdoor drain. They came out first thing the next morning to handle both. The folks who came out were fast, professional, and did great work, even when replacing the valves turned out to be more…

Faucet installationGarbage disposal installationPlumbing leak repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
DavidLocal Guide · 16 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 years ago★★★★★

Highly professional services

Garbage disposal installation+ Value
Angelina1 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★★★★★

Responded quickly and scheduled for the next day. Sam was punctual, knowledgeable, diagnosed the problem quickly, and installed a new garbage disposal right away. He put everything back under the sink afterwards. Would definitely recommend.

Garbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Sylvester1 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★★★★★

I called 3 plumbers I choose you.The first one accept provided they use their own products .The 2nd. They can do the garbage disposal but they don’t fix the dryer. You the Economy you gave me the prize right away and lower than the others .5 Star to the crew

Garbage disposal installationSewer cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
AyokunleLocal Guide · 18 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 team came on time and fixed the garbage disposal within 45 mins. It was great to call them and they came quickly. Will definitely recommend them

Garbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Rowa month ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installation
NancyLocal 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Garbage disposal installationSump pump repair+ Responsiveness

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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 28%Reasonable 62%Overpriced 4%Not sure 7%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Drain cleaning273$227–$554
Plumbing pipe repair138$353–$1.2k
Plumbing leak detection120$124–$633
Toilet repair102$227–$606
Plumbing leak repair95$278–$986
Sewer cleaning67$317–$606
Faucet repair66$205–$607
Outdoor plumbing system repair60$353–$1.5k

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