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Thornton & Grooms 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%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

Thornton & Grooms

Dearborn, MI · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #12Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 20 garbage disposal repair · 4.9★ from 16,288 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other garbage disposal repair (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.

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 is better than 86% of garbage disposal repair.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 is better than 81% of garbage disposal repair.A
81
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.Thornton & Grooms is better than 86% of garbage disposal repair.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 is better than 100% of garbage disposal repair.A
100
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.Thornton & Grooms is better than 100% of garbage disposal repair.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 is better than 100% of garbage disposal repair.A
100

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Customers hired Thornton & Grooms for 8 kinds of job.

Thornton & Grooms for heating system repair

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.378
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.90
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.$57–$580
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 89/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Heating system repair”: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.#1 / 6
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.96%

All 378 Google reviews tagged “Heating system repair” · showing 20

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
Scott8 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 days ago★★★★★

25 year customer. The Service Tech was beyond amazing and probably the only reason I will stay using Thornton & Grooms. Their pricing has reached the point of absurd. Based on the hours and parts involved they are doubling what the cost should be. My 5 stars is for the most professional tech I have ever dealt with.

Paid $800–1,000OverpricedHeating system repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
DouglasLocal Guide · 68 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★★★★★

Very Friendly and Professional Did Really Good Job Fixed My Heating System Went above and beyond My Expectation Was Awesome you made this Army Veteran and My Wife Very happy now that we have Heat And Made Kitty Cat Oliver Happy because he can stay Warm Bless you and your family

Paid $1–200Great priceHeating system repair
Ivory6 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★★★★★

Very professional problem solved thanks!! All questions were answered and future jobs were planned. Good job!!

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceHeating system repair
David5 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★★★★★

Jeron was punctual, professional and extremely knowledgeable. He quickly identified the problem with our system and identified the most effective solution. We are very pleased and happy to recommend his services to anyone

Paid $400–600Reasonable priceHeating system repair
Caroline5 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Very knowledgeable and efficient and friendly. He called and let us know when he’s coming. Once there, he explained everything he was going to do. Very knowledgeable, efficient and polite. He even helped us schedule the next appointment.

Paid $600–700Reasonable priceHeating system repair
Ann8 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 4 weeks ago★★★★★

Furnace not turning on Juan came for service call , found the issue right away. Problem solved He explained options, allowing us to make an informed decision He was knowledgeable, efficient, personable, respectful and pleasant We will certainly ask for him again

Paid $1–200Great priceHeating system repairService not listed
Tom4 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 month ago★★★★★

Alexender was gre6

Heating system repairHeating system installationInstall thermostat+ Value
Mohamad3 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 month ago★★★★★

Professional but too much Expensive better to check with other companies

Heating system repair
Matthew2 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 month ago★★★★★

After a routine check of our furnace, Thornton and Grooms identified that we had rust spots and possible small holes in our heat exchanger. They rapidly scheduled an appointment to completely replace everything (which was still covered under warranty). Dan did an excellent job with the install and was both…

Paid $1–200Great priceHeating system repair
DLocal Guide · 21 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 month ago★★★★★

When you choose Thornton and Grooms, you can be confident that the job will be done right. Their team is always polite and skilled. I only call them for heating, cooling, and plumbing needs. They may not be the cheapest option, and their prices are often higher, but you can trust them to stand by their work. You…

Paid $2,000+HVAC system repairHVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance
andrew6 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 month ago★★★★★

Outstanding work from Joseph Czank, David Majeska, Seth Keefer, Sael Olivares, and Raymond Thompkins (Heating & Cooling and Electrical Install teams). They completely removed our 21-year-old HVAC system, installed a new single-stage Lennox setup, rerouted electrical to a new location, and added an electrical panel…

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceHVAC system repairHVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance
Robert4 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 month ago★★★★★

We had a great visit from Paul who went above and beyond! Fixed our plumbing issue with no problem!

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installationA/C system maintenanceHeating system repair
RyanLocal Guide · 389 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 month ago★★★★★

Take great care of us Everytime! Definitely not cheap, but the work quality, customer service, and timeliness are worth it.

Reasonable priceHVAC system repairA/C system maintenanceHeating system repair
Jen1 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. · Edited a month ago★★★★★

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I’ve been using Thornton & Grooms for years, and I’ve always had a great experience. Mason was especially helpful—he was extremely knowledgeable, professional, and took the time to explain everything clearly. You can tell he really knows what he’s doing and genuinely cares about doing a great job. I highly…

Paid $2,000+Not sureWater heater installationHVAC system repairHVAC system maintenance
Pegs5 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 months ago★★★★★

Kyle came out to test my new furnace. He was prompt and very professional. Very happy with the work he did.

Heating system repairHeating system installation
Wendy2 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 months ago★★★★★

Julio came over on time and was professional. He was very thorough in reviewing what was wrong with my heating unit, what could and could not be done to fix it, and did what he could to troubleshoot so I had heat in the meantime before a more permanent repair could be made. He was on his way out, my heat quit…

Reasonable priceHeating system maintenanceHeating system installationHeating system repair+ Value
Ethel1 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★★★★★

Robert was kind and just a wonderful person to have in my home. He showed and explained every detail of all the he found as he went along. With anything that needed to be placed or added to my unit. I never felt over welmed in any way talking to him. He is a blessing to this life. Thank you very much for sending Robert to us.

Paid $1,000–1,200Not sureHVAC system repairHeating system repair
Cindy3 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★★★★★

The whole team was incredible. Our furnace and air conditioning units were very old. Everything was explained along the way. We choose to replace the units and don't regret it.

Paid $2,000+Great priceHeating system repair
MeganLocal Guide · 69 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 months ago★★★★★

We’ve always loved the level of service that T&G provides, but Zeke went above and beyond! Really happy, job well done.

A/C system maintenancePlumbing leak detectionHeating system maintenance

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Price

$227-33% vs typical garbage disposal repair

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 31%Reasonable 55%Overpriced 4%Not sure 9%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Drain cleaning1484$39–$295
HVAC system maintenance975$19–$176
Plumbing pipe repair815$248–$1.2k
A/C system maintenance801$39–$383
Heating system maintenance763$19–$161
Plumbing leak detection563$54–$520
Toilet repair471$166–$480
Water heater installation449$1.2k–$2.4k

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