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Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling

Heating contractor · Merrillville, IN · reviewed since 2016

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%81+44.2Reliability 24%74+17.9Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%73+5.2Craft & service penalty90−1Momentum penalty32−6.8Experts Score= 74Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.74SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#21 of 23 sink repair servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 9%
4.8 ★★★★★ 4,966 Google reviews · 24 photos
93%five-star reviews
4.48★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
4.1%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.
62%reviews answered by the owner
$216typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling at a glance

Customers consistently highlight the professionalism, punctuality, and thoroughness of technicians who clearly explain issues and provide future maintenance advice. Services range from furnace repairs to plumbing fixes, with many reviewers noting clear communication and efficient problem-solving. However, recurring criticisms in low-star reviews focus on pricing perceived as significantly higher than competitors, difficulty securing appointment slots, and a lack of proactive communication regarding technician arrival times.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 4,966 reviews (93% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 4,966 Google reviews (3,814 with written comments, 59 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 62% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 24, 2026.
  • Service: Sink Repair Service serving Merrillville, Indiana.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other sink repair 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 craft & service; weakest: momentum.

Satisfaction81Reliability74Craft & service90Value100Momentum32Replies to reviews73Satisfaction: 81 (median 93)Reliability: 74 (median 88)Craft & service: 90 (median 89)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 32 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 73 (median 73)
This companySink Repair 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.Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling: 81/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
81
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.Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling: 74/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.B
74
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.Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.A
90
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.Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling: 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.Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling: 32/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.D
32
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.Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling: 73/100 on this factor. Category median: 73.B
73

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Star ratings

4,966 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars4,63393%
  • 4 stars1363%
  • 3 stars230%
  • 2 stars240%
  • 1 star1503%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 2,500 written reviews

  • Praise4,30198%
  • Complaints1042%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price14537%
  • Reasonable19349%
  • Overpriced226%
  • Not sure349%
$216-51% vs typical sink repair services

Middle half of what 278 customers paid ($54–$806) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude1,50934%
  • Quality & results93521%
  • Speed & response75117%
  • Communication51512%
  • Would recommend3588%
  • Price & value2095%
  • Honesty & trust1283%

What customers talk about

We read 2,500 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Paul was nice and didn’t feel hassled or overwhelmed.”
    “My recent encounter with a rude representative on the phone regarding scheduling made me decide to cancel my contract.”
  • “Great service came in found the problem explained it fixed it and done 👍🏾”
    “So, probably the worst $100 I've ever spent in my life.”
  • “He replaced the main board and even made some modifications so it works more efficiently.”
    “This is the second time I had a maintenance appointment and the repair main never showed up to check my furnace.”
  • “Explained the procedure and provided all details with the service”
    “Supervisor ignored follow up calls about service provided.”
  • “Five stars for quick, efficient, and skilled repair of disposal repair.”
    “…t changed once I questioned it, I lost confidence in this company and cannot recommend them.…”
  • “The price was very affordable for the services obtained.”
    “I told him he could leave and told him I would fix it MY SELF, which I did and saved myself from a $650 rip off.”
  • “We ending up not needing the work but they are a honest friendly team!”
    “Warning Warning stay as far as possible away from these scammers.”

People customers mention

  • Mike 29 reviews
  • Nick 26 reviews
  • Dan 26 reviews
  • Andy 26 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

MD1 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 day ago★★★★

Keith explained the problem with my furnace and provided options. He worked fast and was professional.

Paid $400–600Reasonable priceHeating system repair
Arkeya8 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 a day ago★★★★★

Russell was timely and informative. Also included what issues may arise in the future.

Paid $1–200Not sureHVAC system repair
Paul5 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 day ago★★★★★

Our technician Anthony Kocher was very thorough and informative. Anthony was very conscientious and showed me everything he was doing. Would highly recommend.

Paid $1–200Reasonable price
Michelle3 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 days ago★★★★★

The whole team was awesome friendly and respectful I will be telling everyone about them

Paid $1,600–1,800Reasonable priceHeating system installation
Joyce5 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. · 5 days ago★★★★★

I had the furnace prepared for winter. The young man was very knowledgeable, and polite.

Paid $1–200Reasonable price
BradlyLocal Guide · 45 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 a week ago★★★★★

Angelo did a great Job. Great communications, prompt service, professional attitude.

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceWater heater repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 4,966 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Jobs customers hired them for — from Google's service tags and the review text
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Filter by topic — each topic is highlighted in the reviews in the same color
Shaunn Lowe
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Paul was nice and didn’t feel hassled or overwhelmed. He made it breeze pass . Also informed me with information on what occurred and how to proceed in the future. Thank you Paul and Summers Plumbing

Response from the owner · a day ago

Thank you for the five stars! We’re grateful for the opportunity to serve customers like you!

Kc Israel8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kc has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Fantastic Nick was polite, knowledgeable & patient with us & referring to other sister companies of summers . Thanks for sending him & appreciate Summers

  • Services: Toilet repair, Water heater installation
Response from the owner · 3 months ago

We appreciate your 5-star rating! It's wonderful to know we met your expectations. Thanks for trusting our team with your home!

Carlos Alvarez5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Carlos has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Paul was professional and polite. Explained the procedure and provided all details with the service

Response from the owner · a day ago

Thank you for your kind review! We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again.

MD Harris1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews MD has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Keith explained the problem with my furnace and provided options. He worked fast and was professional.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $400–600
  • Services: Heating system repair
Response from the owner · a day ago

Thank you for choosing us and for taking the time to leave a review. We appreciate your support!

Motorcity Grit5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Motorcity has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great service came in found the problem explained it fixed it and done 👍🏾

Response from the owner · a day ago

We truly appreciate your 5-star review! Thank you for trusting our team and allowing us to help with your home comfort needs.

Arkeya Lee8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Arkeya has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Russell was timely and informative. Also included what issues may arise in the future.

  • Price assessment: Not sure
  • Price: $1–200
  • Services: HVAC system repair
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

We're delighted you had a great experience with us. Thanks for the 5-star review!

Paul Angone5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Paul has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Our technician Anthony Kocher was very thorough and informative. Anthony was very conscientious and showed me everything he was doing. Would highly recommend.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $1–200
Response from the owner · a day ago

Thank you for the five stars! We’re grateful for the opportunity to serve customers like you!

KanyeTookMyBaby6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews KanyeTookMyBaby has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Nice tech and free inhome quote/estimate but the pricing was at first almost %50 more than the next company then they try and sell you a membership but knocks the price down to about %30 higher than the next company.

  • Price assessment: Overpriced
Response from the owner · a day ago

We're disappointed to hear that your experience did not meet the standards we strive for. We'd welcome the opportunity to discuss your feedback and make things right.

Jim Holtcamp1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Jim has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Through inspection of all areas . good professinialism on time knowledgable

Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Your review made our day! Thanks for choosing Summers. We look forward to helping you again!

cuppy1998 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews cuppy199 has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very knowledgeable and helpful. Did an awesome job!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $1–200
  • Services: HVAC system maintenance
Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Thank you for the five stars! We’re grateful for the opportunity to serve customers like you!

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