iHow 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 59%100+58.7Reliability 26%98+25.6Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 99Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#1 of 10 sump pump installation servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 100%
5.0★★★★★171 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
100%reviews answered by the owner
$1.2ktypical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Customers consistently describe Shawn and Son Plumbing as punctual, professional, and thorough in handling services like sump pump replacements, water heater installations, and sink repairs. Reviewers highlight clear communication, fair pricing compared to other estimates, and efficient cleanup after jobs are completed. The company maintains a perfect five-star rating from one hundred seventy-one reviews, with the owner responding to every customer comment to address inquiries and feedback directly.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 171 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 171 Google reviews (160 with written comments, 7 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 19, 2026.
Service: Sump Pump Installation Service serving Tonawanda, New York.
Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.
Score profile vs other sump pump installation services
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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: satisfaction and craft & service; weakest: reliability.
Shawn and Son Plumbing, LLCSump Pump Installation Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.Shawn and Son Plumbing, LLC: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
100
ReliabilityiReliability · 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.Shawn and Son Plumbing, LLC: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
98
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle 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.Shawn and Son Plumbing, LLC: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
100
ValueiValue · 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.Shawn and Son Plumbing, LLC: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises 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.Shawn and Son Plumbing, LLC: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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Star ratings
171 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars171100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 160 written reviews
100%praise
Praise466100%
Complaints20%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price1752%
Reasonable1648%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
$1.2k+281% vs typical sump pump installation services
Middle half of what 16 customers paid ($295–$1.7k) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude9520%
Speed & response8719%
Would recommend8418%
Quality & results6614%
Price & value5612%
Communication4610%
Honesty & trust347%
What customers talk about
We read 160 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Punctual, professional, would highly recommend to anyone!”
“The job was completed in a timely fashion and they cleaned up everything as well.”
“I Highly recommend Shawn and son for any and all plumbing needs.”
“Extremely thorough-explained everything on my level”
“Shawn was prompt to respond to my call and reasonably priced.”
“They explained everything and were very easy to talk to.”
“Their pricing is fair and they are honest hardworking men.”
People customers mention
Sons3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Shawn and Son Plumbing, LLC for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
JJanet2 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Very happy with Shawn & Son plumbing! They explained everything and were very easy to talk to. The job went well. The job was completed in a timely fashion and they cleaned up everything as well. They replaced a hose spigot and Laundry tray pump. Thank You! Will use them again as needed. Janet Mischel
Paid $1,400–1,600Great pricePlumbing pipe repairService not listed
MMichael2 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
I’ve used Shawn and Shawn Jr. on 3 separate occasions now.
First was to install some strainers in a new countertop/sink setup, and a water line for the ice maker on a new fridge.
Second was removal of an old concrete stationary sink, and install of a new one.
Most recently, they installed my new hot water tank, and…
BBethany1 reviewiTotal 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★★★★★
Excellent service, professional, punctual, and high quality.
Will definitely call again.
CCheryl3 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Service was excellent. Had a gas line installed for my stove. Very courteous and polite. Would recommend them to anyone. Thank you 🙂
Paid $800–1,000Great priceService not listed
CCherylLocal Guide · 17 reviewsiTotal 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★
I had a power outage when I was out of town. When I returned I found my basement flooded. I called Shawn and Son Plumbing and they rearranged there schedule to help me out the next morning. They are the nicest gentlemen who did a phenomenal job with no clean up necessary. I had a new sump pump and hot water tank…
NNathan3 reviewsiTotal 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★
Had Shawn and Jr in for sump pump replacement and backup pump installation. Quality of work done was perfect, incredibly clean and quick, and they were extremely polite, friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend to anyone in need of a plumbing professional.
Prompt
Polite
Wore booties
Extremely thorough-explained everything on my level
They’re coming back to do another job as I was extremely pleased with their work
I would recommend them to anyone!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Toilet repair, Water heater installation
Response from the owner · a week ago
Thank you for the great review Amy! We greatly appreciate your patronage and the honor of your business! We look forward to seeing you again
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Helene Damon1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Helene has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Very happy with Shawn & Son plumbing! They explained everything and were very easy to talk to. The job went well. The job was completed in a timely fashion and they cleaned up everything as well. They replaced a hose spigot and Laundry tray pump. Thank You! Will use them again as needed. Janet Mischel
Price assessment: Great price
Price: $1,400–1,600
Services: Plumbing pipe repair, Service not listed
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you for the great review Janet. We greatly appreciate your patronage and the honor of your business!
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Michael Lipomi2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I’ve used Shawn and Shawn Jr. on 3 separate occasions now.
First was to install some strainers in a new countertop/sink setup, and a water line for the ice maker on a new fridge.
Second was removal of an old concrete stationary sink, and install of a new one.
Most recently, they installed my new hot water tank, and brought the gas line up to code.
Folks, I heard of them through word of mouth, and I can’t speak highly enough about them.
Professional, clean, honest.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $1,800–2,000
Services: Water heater installation
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you so very much for the great review Mike! We greatly appreciate your patronage, honor of your business and for your continued support!
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Douglas Rockwood6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Douglas has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Incredibly well run company. Performed A+++ work quickly and efficiently. Also, cost was significantly lower than the other fellas. HIGHLY recommend !!
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you Tony for the great review. We greatly appreciate your patronage and the honor of your business!
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Heather Van ElkLocal Guide · 82 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Heather has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our sub pump stopped working and Shawn and Son plumbing came out immediately.
Shawn Jr did a wonderful job at explaining everything to me. He was kind, professional, and knowledgeable. He had all of the correct tools and was in and out. Thanks for providing excellent service!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you Heather for the great review. We greatly appreciate your patronage and the honor of your business!
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Marijo Mcewen8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Marijo has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.