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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 plumbing

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.159
★ 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.$700–800
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 “Plumbing”: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”.83%

All 159 Google reviews tagged “Plumbing” · showing 20

Sabitree1 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

The technician’s was professional and clear about their job description and resourceful

Paid $700–800Not sureDrain cleaningSewage cleanupPlumbing
Hammurabi6 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★★★★★

Ralph was hands down the best, we had one of the tougher drain issues.. but his persistence spoke volumes. Was here for almost 3 hours working tirelessly. 10/10 would recommend and honestly I’d ask for him by name (if ever given the choice)

OverpricedDrain cleaningFaucet repairWater damage-related cleanup & repair
Sue4 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★★★★★

An awful situation was quickly resolved by JJ & Ethan. JJ explained everything to me, answered any questions I had. Ethan assisted in the process as well as any questions . They cleaned any water that had leaked out and check the toilet and water before leaving . Highly recommended these two young men !

Paid $700–800Reasonable priceDrain cleaningPlumbing
DeidreLocal 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Arrived within hour quoted. Cleared the pipe blockage. Took extra time to clear up issue. Showed me camera footage of pipe after clean up. Very professional and friendly. Highly recommmed.

Paid $600–700Reasonable pricePlumbing
indaLocal Guide · 72 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 8 months ago★★★★★

Ralph was awesome very professional, arrived on time and finished the job very fast. Very knowledgeable , Service was Expensive but I needed it done ASAP,, but that is not his fault that is Roto Rooter. would definitely recommend Ralph if you are choosing Roto router.

Paid $600–700Plumbing
Jacob1 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

At 8:00 pm, I discovered a sewage backup in my downstairs bathroom. I called Roto-Rooter expecting a long, stressful night. Ralph arrived quickly and, within minutes, had correctly diagnosed a main line blockage. He explained what was happening clearly, worked methodically, and never rushed despite the late hour.…

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceToilet repairDrain cleaningSewage cleanup
hollie1 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Justin was very professional explained everything looked at everything did a fantastic job.

Paid $1–100Great pricePlumbing
Kenny3 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Great services

Paid $600–700Reasonable priceDrain cleaningPlumbing
ElonLocal Guide · 5 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★★★★★

Justin was knowledgeable, answered all of my questions. He did not try to oversell me, and put customer service above all else.

Reasonable pricePlumbing
Anthony1 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Vivian was very professional and knowledgeable about the service to my kitchen sink. He explained it to my trustee.

Paid $700–800OverpricedPlumbing
CQ7 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★★★★★

Justin did a fantastic job. He was very detailed, professional, and transparent. He really made a difficult situation so much better and is definitely an asset to the company.

Paid $1,000+Not surePlumbing
Laura4 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★★★★★

JJ was very knowledgeable and explained everything in easy to understand language. He was very efficient and left the area clean. Very polite and respectful!

Paid $1–100Not surePlumbing
Daniel6 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★★★★★

Stu was amazing, the number one reason we will be using Roto Rooter again and recommending to our friends. His customer service and plumbing were off the charts.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceToilet repairPlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair
Abby3 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★★★★

Vivian was great! The repair was done in under an hour and we are very happy with the results. Highly recommend!

Paid $400–500Not surePlumbing
Mathew1 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 year ago★★★★★

Wonderful, helpful! Carl was amazing and efficient. Gave tips for future maintenance. Honored a better discount than I found his service was impeccable. Roto Rooter is always my go to, however Carl was the best technician I have received thus far. We are very grateful, and my mother in-law is far more grateful as this service was in her part of our home!

Reasonable priceDrain cleaningPlumbingService not listed
rajiv1 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 year ago★★★★★

Very professional - very quick service - quick response time

Plumbing
Joy1 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 years ago★★★★★

Ronnie was amazing! He was professional, courteous, quick and thorough. He fix our problem and no time at all! If we ever have an issue like that again, we hope we get Ronnie again. He was also a pleasure to have in the house. He was so kind and responsive.

Outdoor plumbing system repairDrain cleaningPlumbing+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Hung4 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★★★★★

very professional and responsive!

Plumbing+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
ELLocal Guide · 142 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★★★★★

Your prices are astronomical, but Brendan professionalism and customer service were top notch and the only reason for the 5 stars.

Drain cleaningPlumbing+ Professionalism
Brian5 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★★★★★

The crew of guys were awesome

Plumbing+ Professionalism

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Price

$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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