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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%80+43.6Reliability 24%74+17.9Value 14%50+7.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty87−1.3Momentum penalty82−1.8Experts Score= 73Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.73SCORE

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Rockville, MD · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #68Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 82 septic tank services · 4.8★ from 1,238 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other septic tank 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: replies to reviews and craft & service; 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 80% of septic tank services.A
80
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 74% of septic tank services.B
74
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 87% of septic tank services.A
87
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 50% of septic tank services.C
50
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 82% of septic tank services.A
82
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 septic tank 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.105
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.76
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.$228–$493
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 68/100.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.#50 / 54
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.82%

All 105 Google reviews tagged “Drain cleaning” · showing 20

EdwardLocal 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

he did a greayt job of snaking the clogged drain

Drain cleaning
NickeyLocal Guide · 310 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 weeks ago★★★★★

The technician was on-time, very nice, knowledgeable, did a complete job. He didn't rush it. He showed me what was the problem. I'll definitely recommend him and his company. Im satisfied and happy. Thank you

Not sureDrain cleaning
Desiree3 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★★★★★

Marvin the plumber was absolutely PROFESSIONAL and FAsT.!!!!! Thank you Marvin!!!!

Paid $1,600–1,800Great priceToilet repairDrain cleaningPlumbing leak detection
Jim1 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★★★★★

Israel did excellent work. Fixed the problem and cleaned up everything. Also explained the issues-very helpful.

Paid $1,000–1,200OverpricedDrain cleaning
James1 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★★★★

The tech Chal, was able to fine the issue and repair the problem.

Drain cleaning
T.Local Guide · 36 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★★★★★

Vincente was great, this is the 3rd time he has serviced my home. He explained everything he would be doing, went over possible consequences of his treatment, and then checked his work several times before cleaning up his tools. I would have no problem with him coming back if needed.

Drain cleaningPlumbing leak detection
JoeLocal Guide · 15 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★★★★★

Charl was my plumber. I liked him and he was friendly knowledgeable and thorough. He cleaned under my sink more than he needed to. Attention to detail.

Drain cleaning
Nan5 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★★★★

Very happy with the plumber you sent and how quickly you responded to my drain clog. But the price was double what you charged for the same service in the recent past. $800. is too high for the service on one drain.

Paid $800–1,000OverpricedDrain cleaning
Ann3 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★★★★★

Professional, efficient and thorough! Technician provided information and thoroughly explained the service. Went beyond the expected! Thank you!

Drain cleaning
Bernie2 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★★★★★

Company was on time.Employee was great.he found out what was wrong and fixed the problem.,great service would get them again

Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Brooke2 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★★★★★

Vicente came out and unclogged our kitchen sink. He was professional and knowledgeable. Highly recommend

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
E2 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★★★★★

Vincente clearly communicated what he discovered about the clog and the plan to clear it. He also advised us about future care of all the drains. Excellent service.

Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
PamelaLocal 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Vicente was absolutely FABULOUS! He told me exactly what he was doing. Let me know what was going on. He left the area super clean. It was a bit expensive but I did not mind paying for the exceptional service and professionalism exhibited by Vicente. I'll use Roto Rooter again but will request Vicente specifically.

Drain cleaning
James2 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★★★★★

Great experience Vicente gave a great experience job well done I'm an hvac guy didn't cry got the job done drain is draining better than before

Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
ronald4 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★★★★★

We had a cogged basement drain Friday at 5:30. Called Roto-Rooter and talked to a real person, not an AI assistant. She was great! Serviceman arrived on time and fixed the issue that evening at a fair price.

Drain cleaning
Sie1 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★★★★★

Prompt service, well after hours, that was well explained and executed.

Paid $1,200–1,400Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Ac1 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★★★★★

Snaked main line. Has offered superior service through multiple visits. Contacted dc water on our behalf for broken line

Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
CamLocal 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Vincent was great. Very knowledgeable and efficient

Paid $400–600OverpricedDrain cleaning
J2 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★★★★★

Nice technician, got the job done quick and efficiently. Removed the tree root problem. Would recommend to others.

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Marty1 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 months ago★★★★★

Vicente was fantastic!! Response was prompt and he explained the problem thoroughly and fixed the issue. Give him a raise!!!!

Paid $800–1,000Reasonable priceDrain cleaning

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Price

$786+88% vs typical septic tank 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 14%Reasonable 59%Overpriced 14%Not sure 13%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Drain cleaning105$228–$493
Toilet repair68$216–$593
Plumbing68—
Plumbing pipe repair44$322–$1.1k
Plumbing leak detection37$104–$618
Plumbing leak repair21$271–$1.1k
Water heater installation17$1.2k–$2.4k
Faucet repair13$295–$680

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