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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup 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%87+47.5Reliability 24%85+20.6Value 14%58+8.2Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty83−1.7Experts Score= 82Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.82SCORE

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

New Bedford, MA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #49Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 61 drain cleaning services · 4.8★ from 1,624 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: 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.Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup is better than 87% of drain cleaning services.A
87
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.Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup is better than 85% of drain cleaning services.A
85
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.Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup is better than 83% of drain cleaning services.A
83
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.Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup is better than 58% of drain cleaning services.C
58
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.Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup 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.Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup is better than 100% of drain cleaning services.A
100

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Customers hired Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup for 8 kinds of job.

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup for drain cleaning

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.433
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.87
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$700–800
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$248–$593
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 86/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Drain cleaning”: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.#16 / 49
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.78%

All 433 Google reviews tagged “Drain cleaning” · showing 20

Jim2 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★★★★★

Ronnie came in and did what 4 other plumbers could not do - unclog my bathroom sink. He did the job quickly and was very pleasant to deal with. I would highly recommend Ronnie to anyone looking for drain cleaning services.

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Cathy5 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★★★★★

While my clogged shower was not an emergency, they did come within two hours. it took about 30-40 minutes ,he did a great job ,left the bathroom clean and he was very pleasant. I did think the price was quite high for just a clogged shower drain that got snaked.

Paid $600–800OverpricedDrain cleaning
Jack1 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 month ago★★★★★

Gilbert was amazing. On time, worked extremely hard to fix our clogged drain. Professional, polite and a wonderful technician who saved us from clogged drain, leaks and further damage. Would recommend Gilbert at Roto Rooter to everyone!

Reasonable priceDrain cleaningPlumbing pipe repairGarbage disposal repair
trevorLocal 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. · a month ago★★★★★

The employee was extremely pleasant.. unlike the last one that came to my house to snake.. also found out that he lied to me because he was LAZY and didnt want to work.. so i paid $350 for him to pretty much do nothing but the employee today 👍🏼

Paid $1,400–1,600OverpricedDrain cleaning
Paula8 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★★★★★

The job was done quickly and efficiently. They were very friendly and provided tips to keep my sink and disposal working properly.

Paid $400–600Reasonable priceDrain cleaningFaucet repair
PATRICK3 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★★★★★

We were having issues with the main line in our home. The technician came and had the problem solved in less than an hour. He was quick, polite and even gave us tips on how to prevent the issue in the future. Thanks so much!

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Patricia2 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★★★★

The person did his job excellent but pricing was way too much

Paid $600–800OverpricedDrain cleaning
Turin1 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★★★★★

Very knowledgeable and professional. Got the problem resolved quickly.

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceDrain cleaningSewer cleaning
Robin9 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★★★★★

I had a kitchen sick that kept backing up. I contacted roto rooter through their website. Someone contacted me almost instantly and set up an appointment that worked for me. Vivian showed up on time, diagnosed the issue and took care of the problem. I highly recommend him. Check the app for coupons!!!

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
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 months ago★★

Just had a blockage outside. He snaked it and it lasted 30 minutes or less. I’m so upset that it cost me 620. I’m a senior citizen and live alone. That really upset me. Other than that, your technician was awesome. I just cannot believe the price for 20 to 30 minutes service.

Paid $600–800OverpricedDrain cleaning
Samuel3 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★★★★★

Vivian rocks he came in with professional courtesy and quickly fixed our clogged pipe. He made out daughter smile which meant a lot. Great company 😃

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Michael1 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 months ago★★★★★

Ralph performed a miracle in a short time! Was able to unclog my main line with his equipment even after my plumber was unsuccessful using the same equipment. Great attitude towards the task and conquering the objective! Water is running smooth through all 4 bathrooms, kitchen etc. Thank you Ralph!

Paid $600–800Great priceDrain cleaning
Tanya3 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★★★★★

Explained things well. In a timely manner .

Paid $600–800Not sureDrain cleaning
Debbie4 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★★★★★

The team are very professional and very sincere to their customers during their time of distress. I would recommend them to anyone who’s dealing with plumbing or sewer issues.

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceDrain cleaningSewer cleaningSump pump repair
Margaret3 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★★★★★

It cost a lot but for a service that came within 24 hours, being able to schedule services online, on a holiday, and fixed the issue within an hour - it was worth it for me!

Paid $600–800OverpricedDrain cleaningPlumbing leak detection
DeniseLocal Guide · 112 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★★★★★

Same day service for a clogged shower drain. Everyone I spoke to was friendly and helpful. Since it was after 5, so they assigned it to someone that lives over an hour away. Felt so bad it took him two and a half hours to get here in horrible traffic. Ralph was great. Quick, efficient and knowledgeable. Hope he gets home safely!

Paid $1–200Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
kerrie4 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★★★★★

Very fast and efficient and professional!

Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Ally4 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★★★★★

Quick service, very friendly and knowledgeable technician. Would recommend!

Paid $400–500Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
JohnLocal Guide · 27 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★★★★★

Your men were knowledgeable, professional, and very helpful. Their attention to detail and efforts to correct our plumbing problems was Exceptional

Paid $900–1,000Reasonable priceDrain cleaningPlumbing leak detection
Steve2 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★★★★★

Sewer backup likely caused sewer line clog and resulted in fast services being needed. Response was immediate. Technician was absolutely stellar. Quick and effective service, advising me of every step he was taking and making sure I approved it. As worried about the cleanup as he was solving the problem. And, he did…

Paid $700–800Not sureDrain cleaning

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$667+33% 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 8%Reasonable 60%Overpriced 17%Not sure 15%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Drain cleaning433$248–$593
Plumbing159—
Toilet repair91$239–$680
Sewer repair62$417–$2.1k
Plumbing pipe repair58$353–$1.4k
Sewage cleanup47—
Sewer cleaning39$328–$705
Plumbing leak detection39$205–$630

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