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Sparrow Plumbing and Drain Cleaning

Plumber · Des Peres, MO · reviewed since 2020

How 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%91+49.6Reliability 24%86+20.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%49+3.5Craft & service penalty93−0.7Experts Score= 87Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.87SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#42 of 61 drain cleaning servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 32%
4.9 ★★★★★ 282 Google reviews · 6 photos
96%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.9%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
15%reviews answered by the owner
Jun 2026latest review

Sparrow Plumbing and Drain Cleaning at a glance

Google reviewers for Sparrow Plumbing and Drain Cleaning report a 4.9-star average from 282 reviews, with the owner replying to 15% of feedback. Positive comments frequently highlight punctuality, clear communication, transparent pricing, and the ability to resolve issues correctly on the first visit. Services mentioned include drain cleaning, water heater installation, and leak repairs. A recurring criticism in low-star reviews involves missed appointments, poor follow-up communication, and instances where repairs were ineffective or the labor cost was perceived as excessive relative to the work performed.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 282 reviews (96% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 282 Google reviews (200 with written comments, 1 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 15% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: June 25, 2026.
  • Service: Drain Cleaning Service serving Des Peres, Missouri.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other drain cleaning services

Score per factor (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: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction91Reliability86Craft & service93Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews49Satisfaction: 91 (median 93)Reliability: 86 (median 92)Craft & service: 93 (median 96)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 49 (median 93)
This companyDrain Cleaning Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
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.Sparrow Plumbing and Drain Cleaning: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
91
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.Sparrow Plumbing and Drain Cleaning: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
86
Craft & serviceCraft & 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.Sparrow Plumbing and Drain Cleaning: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
93
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.Sparrow Plumbing and Drain Cleaning: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 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.Sparrow Plumbing and Drain Cleaning: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.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.Sparrow Plumbing and Drain Cleaning: 49/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.C
49

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Star ratings

282 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars27296%
  • 4 stars62%
  • 3 stars10%
  • 2 stars10%
  • 1 star21%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 200 written reviews

  • Praise49698%
  • Complaints92%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price343%
  • Reasonable343%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure114%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude13126%
  • Speed & response10421%
  • Quality & results6713%
  • Would recommend6212%
  • Price & value6112%
  • Communication418%
  • Honesty & trust398%

What customers talk about

We read 200 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Always on time, courteous and up front with pricing.”
  • “Willie arrived on time, was professional and courteous, and took the time to explain the issue clearly.”
    “This person never showed.”
  • “I had a great experience with Sparrow Plumbing and Drain Cleaning.”
    “Made a mess, didnt fix anyt”
  • “If you’re looking for a plumber you can truly trust, I highly recommend Willie and Sparrow Plumbing.”
  • “They were courteous and reasonable, and did a great job!”
    “Work was good, they were friendly, but overpriced for the job done.”
  • “The work was done quickly and correctly, and he explained everything along the way.”
  • “Very professional, knowledgeable, personable, and honest.”

People customers mention

  • Ford 12 reviews
  • Willie 9 reviews
  • Lisa 5 reviews
  • Adrian 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Sparrow Plumbing and Drain Cleaning for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Marsha3 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Willie has helped us on several occasions through the years. Always on time, courteous and up front with pricing.

AshleyLocal 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

I had a great experience with Sparrow Plumbing and Drain Cleaning. Willie arrived on time, was professional and courteous, and took the time to explain the issue clearly. He also shared helpful recommendations to prevent this from happening again, which I really appreciated. I’ve used Sparrow Plumbing and Drain…

Chris2 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★★★★★

Willie and his team are the best! Very professional, knowledgeable, personable, and honest. When you call this Family owned company, you talk to the family… Not a call service. They do what they say they are going to do. I would highly recommend.

Dorothy3 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★★★★★

Willie from Sparrow Plumbing was an absolute lifesaver. After my warranty company denied the repair, Willie still came out and took care of the issue without hesitation. He was professional, efficient, and clearly very knowledgeable. The work was done quickly and correctly, and he explained everything along the way.…

Marcia3 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★★★★★

I use this service quite often and have been using them for years. I can always rely on prompt and efficient services. My problems are resolved on the first service every time!!! Highly Recommend!!!

Nikki6 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★★★★★

Excellent service from Sparrow Plumbing! They were prompt, professional, and very thorough. Everything was explained clearly and the work was done perfectly. Hands down the best plumbing service I’ve used.

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 282 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Marsha Meyer3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Marsha has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Willie has helped us on several occasions through the years. Always on time, courteous and up front with pricing.

Meia Jackson-BettsLocal Guide · 55 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Meia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Helpful in every way possible I will be calling again!!

Ashley FurnaceLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ashley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had a great experience with Sparrow Plumbing and Drain Cleaning. Willie arrived on time, was professional and courteous, and took the time to explain the issue clearly. He also shared helpful recommendations to prevent this from happening again, which I really appreciated. I’ve used Sparrow Plumbing and Drain Cleaning several times, and they are always consistent in delivering quality work and excellent customer service. I highly recommend this company!

Samantha NaesLocal Guide · 26 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Samantha has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They were courteous and reasonable, and did a great job!

Chris Gianino2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Willie and his team are the best! Very professional, knowledgeable, personable, and honest. When you call this Family owned company, you talk to the family… Not a call service. They do what they say they are going to do. I would highly recommend.

Dorothy3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dorothy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Willie from Sparrow Plumbing was an absolute lifesaver. After my warranty company denied the repair, Willie still came out and took care of the issue without hesitation. He was professional, efficient, and clearly very knowledgeable. The work was done quickly and correctly, and he explained everything along the way. If you’re looking for a plumber you can truly trust, I highly recommend Willie and Sparrow Plumbing.

Marcia Cunningham3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Marcia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I use this service quite often and have been using them for years. I can always rely on prompt and efficient services. My problems are resolved on the first service every time!!! Highly Recommend!!!

Nikki Kincaid6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nikki has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excellent service from Sparrow Plumbing! They were prompt, professional, and very thorough. Everything was explained clearly and the work was done perfectly. Hands down the best plumbing service I’ve used.

Justin Pasquesi1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Justin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Sparrow did an incredible job helping me get my plumbing project completed. They were efficient and affordable and they did a quality job! They were very clear on everything that they would and would not do as part of their job and they stuck to it! The final inspector was very impressed with the quality of all the work they did. I would highly recommend them and will likely contact them again for future plumbing needs! Thanks you guys!

Timothy Anderson10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Timothy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I have been using Sparrow Plumbing for years. Willie goes above and beyond to make sure the job is complete, done correctly, and professionally. I would highly Sparrow Plumbing for your next plumbing job.

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