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R Plumbing Inc 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%89+48.5Reliability 24%92+22.3Value 14%77+10.9Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty95−0.5Experts Score= 88Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.88SCORE

R Plumbing Inc

Watertown, WI · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #2Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 14 water heater repair · 4.9★ from 408 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other water heater 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: value.

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.R Plumbing Inc is better than 89% of water heater repair.A
89
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.R Plumbing Inc is better than 92% of water heater repair.A
92
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.R Plumbing Inc is better than 95% of water heater repair.A
95
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.R Plumbing Inc is better than 77% of water heater repair.B
77
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.R Plumbing Inc is better than 100% of water heater 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.R Plumbing Inc is better than 100% of water heater repair.A
100

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Customers hired R Plumbing Inc for 8 kinds of job.

R Plumbing Inc for water heater repair

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.11
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.82
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$900–1,000
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$302–$1.0k
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 80/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Water heater repair”: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 / 4
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 11 Google reviews tagged “Water heater repair”

Kim5 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★★★★★

Rick was excellent. He knew what was wrong and fixed it so it was correct. I highly recommend this company and Rick.

Paid $900–1,000Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repairWater heater repair
Beto2 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★★★★★

They came out earlier than they said and took care of the issue right away we are super happy with the service I 100% will recommend to family & friends

Paid $1,200–1,400Reasonable priceWater heater repair
Sue3 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Very professional. Clearly explained options. Went right to work and fixed the problem. Thank you!

Paid $900–1,000Reasonable priceWater heater repair
dave7 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★★★★★

We hired Ryan and his crew in our new construction build. They are very professional in everything they do. When we needed something done they were very prompt no waiting. There bid they put together was very good . If you’re looking for a class a plumber this is the company I would definitely recommend. Very pleased with them.

Reasonable priceWater heater installationShower installationOutdoor plumbing system repair
Hannah3 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★★★★★

Very knowledgeable and friendly service every time! I appreciate the different service/price point options at time of service as well. Thank you!

Paid $900–1,000Reasonable priceWater heater repairService not listed
JacquelynnLocal Guide · 39 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 have done work for me twice. The first time was at my rental property, second on my house. Both times was very quick to respond, well priced, and very friendly. Well worth it. Would recommend to anyone.

Outdoor plumbing system repairWater heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Quality+ Professionalism
JaneenLocal Guide · 40 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★★★★★

We have a water heater that needed a new thermostat. My husband is able to do some of the other basic repairs but we couldn't figure this one out.They diagnosed, fixed and didn't rip us off trying to sell us a new one we didn't need. The price was very appropriate.We will think of them again.

Water heater repair+ Quality+ Professionalism+ Value
Barry3 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 called late afternoon about my water heater going out. Speaking with Ryan over the phone, it seemed as if I was possibly going to need a new water heater. The technicians, Brian and Brian, brought a new one with them the following morning, and upon inspection it was determined that I could get by with a repair and…

Water heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
JeffEdited 6 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $400–500Great priceOutdoor plumbing system repairWater heater repair
DougEdited a year ago★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Reasonable priceWater heater installationWater heater repair
Corinne3 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Water heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism

Price

$680+34% vs typical water heater 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 17%Reasonable 72%Overpriced 6%Not sure 6%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Plumbing pipe repair27$314–$1.1k
Water heater installation24$1.4k–$2.8k
Drain cleaning24$264–$495
Toilet repair22$209–$410
Faucet installation18—
Plumbing leak detection16$145–$396
Toilet installation14$479–$633
Outdoor plumbing system repair13—

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