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Universal Plumbing 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%90+49.1Reliability 24%90+21.8Value 14%88+12.4Replies to reviews 7%86+6.1Craft & service penalty96−0.4Experts Score= 89Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.89SCORE

Universal Plumbing

Augusta-Richmond County, GA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #36Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 61 drain cleaning services · 4.9★ from 3,602 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other drain cleaning services (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: momentum and craft & service; weakest: replies to reviews.

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.Universal Plumbing is better than 90% of drain cleaning services.A
90
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.Universal Plumbing is better than 90% of drain cleaning services.A
90
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.Universal Plumbing is better than 96% of drain cleaning services.A
96
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.Universal Plumbing is better than 88% of drain cleaning services.A
88
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.Universal Plumbing is better than 100% of drain cleaning services.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.Universal Plumbing is better than 86% of drain cleaning services.A
86

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Customers hired Universal Plumbing for 8 kinds of job.

Universal Plumbing for drain cleaning

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.263
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.89
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$200–300
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$248–$593
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 87/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Drain cleaning”: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.#14 / 49
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.92%

All 263 Google reviews tagged “Drain cleaning” · showing 20

Hollandgh357Local Guide · 32 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★★★★★

Nick is awesome. He’s very professional at what he do. He’s technically proficient.Also second technician keonte was very professional and efficient

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceToilet repairWater heater installationGarbage disposal installation
B1 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 months ago★★★★★

Had a tough clog in the kitchen sink pipes. Called Universal. The tech John was great. He was polite, professional and went the extra mile to get everything resolved. He explained all the options and I appreciate his diligence in getting the clog gone. It was a tough one! Other techs Alex and James and everyone else…

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Angie4 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 months ago★★★★★

Universal Plumbing was wonderful, as usual. Scheduling was quick and easy. Mike and Alex and their crew were on time, efficient, and kept me informed at each step.

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Dale2 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★★★★★

Very helpful and knowledgeable.

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceDrain cleaningService not listed
Jane12 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★★★★★

Aikeem was very knowledgeable and had us up and running in minutes!!! We will definitely use universal plumbing again!!!

Paid $200–300Great priceDrain cleaning
Jay4 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 months ago★★★★★

He took his time and was very diligent in his work. Professional and courteous i appreciate the work he did. I will call if I have any other issues. Thank you

Paid $600–700Drain cleaningPlumbing leak detection
Karen4 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 months ago★★★★★

Tony is a competent and efficient technician. He knew exactly what needed to be done and did expediently.

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
GerryLocal Guide · 17 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★★★★★

superjob, very professional, and friendly

Paid $600–700Great priceDrain cleaningService not listed
Lorri2 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 months ago★★★★★

we had some unexpected complications arise and the entire team handled it timely and efficiently. The employees are kind and took time to explain everything. We have been for decades and will continue to be loyal customers.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceDrain cleaningPlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair
Jay3 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 months ago★★★★★

Tony was awesome!! He was very personable and professional!! He was very knowledgeable and spoke with me with easy to understand language. He allowed me to tell of our history with previous clogs and about my installation of the drain lines. He is a remarkably smart and knowledgeable technician. You are lucky to…

Paid $1–100Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
KC6 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 months ago★★★★★

My sewer was stopped up and Keonte was dispatched to help. He used a water jet to clear the drain as much as possible and used a video camera to determine the problem. Keonte was very courteous and professional.

Paid $600–700Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Mark2 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 months ago★★★★★

James Tony and Jay all did a super fantastic job at my house today. I enjoyed their professional attitude and prompt attendant service. I will call if I need anything more done in the future sincerely, Mark D McCall PhD.

Paid $900–1,000Great priceDrain cleaning
Wanda4 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★★★★★

Tony was wonderful, very professional and very knowledgeable. Thank you for sending him to me. I will definitely recommend him.

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Gary2 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 6 months ago★★★★★

David is a respectful and knowledgeable professional. He did a great job. Now we will see if it's going to leak. Am sure it will work out. Thank you, Gary Bennett

Plumbing leak detectionDrain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Ruditsky13 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★★★★★

I contacted Universal Plumbing for assistance with a clogged sink in my home. The company sent service technician Keonte, who effectively addressed the issue, he demonstrated outstanding professionalism upon completing the job, taking the time to explain the cause of the clog and how to prevent future issues. I was…

Paid $200–300Great priceDrain cleaning
David2 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★★

The technician was very professional and promptly ran a drain snake machine approximately 50 into the drain as I had removed the toilet earlier. It cleared but within 2 days, it backed up via water again. I question why didn't he first run a camera don the drain to verify. A service call cost should include a…

Paid $200–300OverpricedDrain cleaning
Teresa3 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★★★★★

Great business. Will be using them for all our plumbing needs.

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceDrain cleaning
Martine1 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. · 6 months ago★★★★

Very knowledgeable and professional. My family appreciate the problem being fixed. The only reason a 4-star is because I need an a few days to confirm all is well. As of today, everything is good. Thank you.

Not sureDrain cleaningPlumbing leak detection
Miguel10 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 6 months ago★★★★★

Hiring a plumber has never been an easy thing to do. UP quickly responds, they show up prepared, and they know their chit. The price is right too. They will win you over. Thanks UP!

Paid $300–400Great priceSewer repair+ Professionalism
Patty7 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★★★★★

Quick, courteous service - much appreciated

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceDrain cleaning

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Price

$353-30% vs typical drain cleaning services

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 18%Reasonable 65%Overpriced 7%Not sure 10%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Plumbing leak detection410$205–$630
Plumbing pipe repair316$353–$1.4k
Plumbing leak repair301$248–$793
Drain cleaning255$248–$593
Faucet repair178$228–$585
Toilet repair147$239–$680
Water heater repair82$227–$596
Outdoor plumbing system repair64$366–$1.6k

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