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Thornton & Grooms

Heating contractor · Dearborn, MI · reviewed since 2012

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%86+46.9Reliability 24%81+19.6Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty86−1.4Experts Score= 86Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.86SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#12 of 20 garbage disposal repairPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 42%
4.9 ★★★★★ 16,288 Google reviews · 24 photos
94%five-star reviews
4.85★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.
91%reviews answered by the owner
$227typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Thornton & Grooms at a glance

Customers frequently praise the company for punctual arrivals, professional conduct, and clear explanations of heating, plumbing, and electrical services. Recurring themes include fair pricing, thorough inspections, and courteous technicians who respect the home. However, several low-star reviews criticize the automated AI scheduling system for causing appointment errors and making it difficult to reach human staff, with some alleging inflated billing or unnecessary repairs.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 16,288 reviews (94% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 16,288 Google reviews (12,178 with written comments, 120 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 91% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 2, 2026.
  • Service: Garbage Disposal Repair serving Dearborn, Michigan.

Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.

Score profile vs other garbage disposal repair

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: reliability.

Satisfaction86Reliability81Craft & service86Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 86 (median 90)Reliability: 81 (median 88)Craft & service: 86 (median 96)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 100 (median 75)
Thornton & GroomsGarbage Disposal Repair 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.Thornton & Grooms: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
86
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.Thornton & Grooms: 81/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.A
81
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.Thornton & Grooms: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
86
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.Thornton & Grooms: 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.Thornton & Grooms: 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.Thornton & Grooms: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 75.A
100

Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.

Star ratings

16,288 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars15,28694%
  • 4 stars4543%
  • 3 stars780%
  • 2 stars760%
  • 1 star3942%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 2,500 written reviews

  • Praise4,62898%
  • Complaints982%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price59131%
  • Reasonable1,04855%
  • Overpriced784%
  • Not sure1799%
$227-33% vs typical garbage disposal repair

Middle half of what 1517 customers paid ($39–$1.1k) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude1,60134%
  • Quality & results1,06022%
  • Speed & response67714%
  • Communication64314%
  • Would recommend3808%
  • Price & value2285%
  • Honesty & trust1373%

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.

  • “He was professional and got to work quickly with zero complaints.”
    “I have been a customer for 5 years the technician was rude and refused to honor the promotion price.”
  • “We received excellent service at a very fair price and will definitely use this company in the future.”
    “9-star rating can have such terrible appointment scheduling and communication.”
  • “He was very professional and completed the work we had requested in a timely fashion.”
    “Despite continuing to pay for the membership, I never received the service or any communication about the delay.”
  • “Josh was efficient in determining the problem and explaining the issue.”
    “But being busy does NOT excuse poor communication or a complete disregard for customers’ time.”
  • “I highly recommend Thornton & Grooms and Jacob for any household maintenance needs—they provide excellent service!”
    “Not someone I would ever want back and instead will warn people to stay away.”
  • “Great Job & a good price, Josh was knowledgable and professional, the workmanship was outstanding.”
    “…g only this time they spent 30 minutes trying to sell me egregiously overpriced (ranging in price from $5K-9K!…”
  • “Knowledgeable and personable, and I could tell did his work with integrity.”
    “The second time I have paid these scammers their $99 service fee so they can not fix anything only this time they spent 30 minutes trying to sell me e…”

People customers mention

  • Thorton 57 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Thornton & Grooms for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Laurie1 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 hours ago★★★★★

Charles was prompt, friendly and efficient. We had a great experience with Thornton & Grooms.

Paid $400–600Reasonable priceService not listed
Tim2 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 hours ago★★★★★

We had some minor electrical work done. We had outlets, light switches, and light fixtures replaced. Cameron was excellent. He was very professional and completed the work we had requested in a timely fashion.

Paid $400–600Reasonable priceService not listed
Ileana5 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 5 hours ago★★★★★

I have received 5000 stars service! Starting with receiving a text with the name AND picture of the technician, the work was done fast, CLEAN, and with thorough explanations. Are you kidding me? Unclogging my drain while wearing a nice white shirt? I fully and enthusiastically recommend Thornton & Grooms! Evan was…

Paid $1–200Great priceDrain cleaning
Alaa3 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 hours ago★★★★★

The best company I deal with the prices perfect and the stuff they send it to very very professional

Paid $1–200Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Randall5 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★★★★★

Cant thank Joe and Jerame enough for getting my line hydrojetted. Battled my plumbing system and a crazy storm that came through. Got my line clean and scoped. Will recommend to everyone I know.

Paid $1,400–1,600Great priceDrain cleaning
Yvette7 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★★★★★

Kyle Knight was professional and very knowledgeable about my furnace. He was respectful to my home as he wore shoe covers and turned out the lights when he was done. Awesome young man.

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceHeating system repair

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 16,288 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Jobs customers hired them for — from Google's service tags and the review text
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Laurie Kunz1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Laurie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Charles was prompt, friendly and efficient. We had a great experience with Thornton & Grooms.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $400–600
  • Services: Service not listed
Jim SiterletLocal Guide · 733 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jim has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The technician was fantastic! He was professional and got to work quickly with zero complaints. We received excellent service at a very fair price and will definitely use this company in the future.

Tim Hoepner2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tim has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We had some minor electrical work done. We had outlets, light switches, and light fixtures replaced. Cameron was excellent. He was very professional and completed the work we had requested in a timely fashion.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $400–600
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · Edited a year ago

Thank you for the five-star review, Tim!

Jerry Hardesty6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jerry has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Exceptional service on time very professional. Son who is a licensed plumber working for a commercial company recommended Thorton & Grooms plumbing

Response from the owner · 2 hours ago

Thank you for taking the time to tell everyone about your experience with us. We work hard to be known as Trusted & Guaranteed. If you ever tell a friend or family member about us and they pay for any of our services, we’ll send both of you a $50 prepaid Mastercard as our thank-you. You can learn more about our Referral Club here: https://thorntonandgrooms.com/about/referral-club

Joe Rarey
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very nice to work with

  • Price assessment: Not sure
  • Price: $2,000+
  • Services: Sewer repair
Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Thank you for the high praise. We're glad you enjoyed our service. If you ever tell a friend or family member about us and they pay for any of our services, we’ll send both of you a $50 prepaid Mastercard as our thank-you. You can learn more about our Referral Club here: https://thorntonandgrooms.com/about/referral-club

Ileana Visea5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ileana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I have received 5000 stars service! Starting with receiving a text with the name AND picture of the technician, the work was done fast, CLEAN, and with thorough explanations. Are you kidding me? Unclogging my drain while wearing a nice white shirt? I fully and enthusiastically recommend Thornton & Grooms! Evan was great!!! So was Michael who did a camera inspection.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $1–200
  • Services: Drain cleaning
Response from the owner · 3 days ago

Thank you for the glowing review. We're thrilled to hear you're happy with our service. If you ever tell a friend or family member about us and they pay for any of our services, we’ll send both of you a $50 prepaid Mastercard as our thank-you. You can learn more about our Referral Club here: https://thorntonandgrooms.com/about/referral-club

NaturalBeauti4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews NaturalBeauti has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Both Donte and Chip were absolutely great! They arrived right on time, and I appreciated receiving text messages to let me know they were on their way. One handled the maintenance, while the other provided an on-site quote; both were incredibly personable and professional. Although we ultimately decided to hold off on our project for now, their service was outstanding.

Response from the owner · 6 hours ago

We appreciate your 5-star rating. It's wonderful to know we met your expectations. If you ever tell a friend or family member about us and they pay for any of our services, we’ll send both of you a $50 prepaid Mastercard as our thank-you. You can learn more about our Referral Club here: https://thorntonandgrooms.com/about/referral-club

Farah5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Farah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had a great experience with Jacob from Thornton & Grooms. He arrived on time, was extremely professional, and showed great respect throughout the service. I highly recommend Thornton & Grooms and Jacob for any household maintenance needs—they provide excellent service!

Response from the owner · a year ago

We appreciate the kind words and 5-star review, Farah! Here at Thornton and Grooms, we strive to provide a 5-star experience each and every single time. We thank you for choosing Thornton and Grooms as your home service provider.

Alaa Allami3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alaa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The best company I deal with the prices perfect and the stuff they send it to very very professional

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $1–200
  • Services: Drain cleaning
Response from the owner · 7 hours ago

Thank you for taking the time to tell everyone about your experience with us. We work hard to be known as Trusted & Guaranteed. If you ever tell a friend or family member about us and they pay for any of our services, we’ll send both of you a $50 prepaid Mastercard as our thank-you. You can learn more about our Referral Club here: https://thorntonandgrooms.com/about/referral-club

Stephanie Miller10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stephanie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Super helpful! Knowledgable and helpful staff! Everyone I have worked with has been amazing! My tech, Nick, was fantastic! Very helpful! Thank you for all you do!

Response from the owner · Edited 2 years ago

Thank you for your 5-star review! 😊 We are pleased to hear that you had an excellent service. Be sure to go through our Referral Club when you recommend our services to friends and family, by doing so you could earn $50. https://thorntonandgrooms.com/about/referral-club

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