Experts Reviews · Company report
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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Universal Plumbing for 8 kinds of job.

Universal Plumbing for garbage disposal installation

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.21
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$600–800
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$366–$656
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 88/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Garbage disposal installation”: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.#8 / 33
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 21 Google reviews tagged “Garbage disposal installation”

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
Deborah7 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 year ago★★★★★

Nick was very professional. He quickly determined the problem and replaced the garbage disposal. I have always had great service with Universal Plumbing.

Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installation
LisaLocal Guide · 9 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 year ago★★★★★

Nick and Scott were awesome! Personable and helpful! They helped get me through the process of changing out all of my plumbing fixtures and reconnecting garbage disposal, including tub/shower kits, after a countertop installation, starting with disconnect of old faucets and garbage disposal. And they adjusted my…

Reasonable priceGarbage disposal installationPlumbing pipe repairFaucet installation
William7 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 year ago★★★★★

Would recommend

Garbage disposal installationFaucet repair+ Value
IshLocal Guide · 23 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 year ago★★★★★

The technicians (Johnny and Tony ) were knowledgeable, professional, and efficient. I had a leak at my garbage disposal that wasn't evident until I noticed my wet floor under the kitchen sink. After gathering the necessary information from me, the technicians quickly found the leak and were able to replace my…

Garbage disposal installationService not listed+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Thomas7 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 year ago★★★★★

Excellent as always!

Garbage disposal installationFaucet installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
RobinLocal Guide · 62 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 2 years ago★★★★★

James from Universal Plumbing was professional, proficient and efficient with the installation of our new garbage disposal. James installed a new toilet last year at our home displaying the same level of courteous professionalism.

Garbage disposal installation+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
venusLocal Guide · 26 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 2 years ago★★★★★

Key is the best!!!! He is a very professional youngman.

Toilet repairGarbage disposal installationService not listed+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Dwight2 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 2 years ago★★★★★

Nick was very professional. I was notified when he was in route and he arrived at the exact expected time. He quickly diagnosed the issue and solved the issue in record time. He provided detailed instructions and how to check for any issues with the job he completed. He answered all questions and maintained a…

Garbage disposal installationPlumbing pipe repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Ken2 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 years ago★★★★★

On time, friendly, and effective and efficient repair.

Garbage disposal installationToilet repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Mamie2 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 years ago★★★★★

Very pleased. Job well done.

Garbage disposal installation+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Jamie5 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 years ago★★★★★

Keonte from Universal Plumbing arrived as scheduled. He replaced my garbage disposal which was OLD. He also helped me with a stopped up bathtub. He found a bandaid and a Lego were stuck in the drain

Garbage disposal installationDrain cleaning+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
erwinLocal Guide · 158 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 years ago★★★★★

James and Sayshawn worked expeditiously and performed quality work. This visit only reinforces my opinion that universal plumbing is a high quality business that is worth the money

Plumbing leak detectionGarbage disposal installationShower installation
RodneyLocal Guide · 23 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 years ago★★★★★

Our Technician James W. did an Excellent Job..Extremely Professional and Knowledgeable.. We will only Use Universal Plumbing, from now on. Contacted another Company Budget Sewer Service earlier, and the Technician Antonio showed up 2 hours late with No Call. So glad we Canceled and went with Universal Plumbing..Well…

Garbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
PaulaLocal Guide · 13 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 years ago★★★★★

Very neat and cleaned with each step. Information given along the process.

Garbage disposal installationSewer cleaningDrain cleaning+ Professionalism
ChristophLocal Guide · 47 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 years ago★★★★★

Johnny and Gary make a great team. They're both very approachable, professional and knowledgeable. I've asked Universal to help with multiple installations and repairs and they've shown they're an amazing company every time.

Garbage disposal installationWater heater installationPlumbing pipe repair+ Quality
GerardLocal Guide · 138 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 years ago★★★★★

Quick response, flat rates, just like their jingle says. Arrived on time completed work quickly.

Garbage disposal installation
Lettie4 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 2 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Garbage disposal installation+ Value
CliftonLocal Guide · 9 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Plumbing leak detectionGarbage disposal installationGarbage disposal repair+ Responsiveness+ Quality+ Professionalism
Deborah1 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Garbage disposal installation+ Professionalism
D3 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Garbage disposal installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality

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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