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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 plumbing pipe repair

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.319
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.93
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.$353–$1.4k
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 91/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Plumbing pipe 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.#6 / 52
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.97%

All 319 Google reviews tagged “Plumbing pipe repair” · showing 20

MarilynnLocal Guide · 16 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★★★★★

Tony was such a nice young man. Plumbing jobs are rarely what you expect, but he got everything worked out. Very happy with the work. Will definitely use again.

Paid $200–400Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Brenda1 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 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Called about a water leak under house, broken PVC pipe. Tony and Judge were there within hours and had everything fixed up in no time. Great guys!

Paid $200–400Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repair
Zelda2 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★★★★★

Deontae,did a good job.

Paid $400–600Plumbing pipe repair
Arpoo9 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★★★★★

David visited both our properties and so calmly and efficiently went to the root of the problem. Quite literally, searching and replacing the pipe filters. He explained everything in layman so I could understand! Definitely recommend David and Universal Plumbing!

Paid $400–600Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repairOutdoor plumbing system repair
ShannaLocal Guide · 20 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★★★★★

Tony did a great job checking out everything, explaining everything, and fixing the problem.

Paid $400–600Not surePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair
Ginny14 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★★★★★

Universal did an excellent job! First off, I was text a photo of the technician and his estimated arrival. My plumbing problem was resolved quickly and at a very reasonable price. Highly recommend. Ginny

Plumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Rick8 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 did a excellent job. Explained what needed to be done. Quoted a price. He had the job completed quickly. He was very friendly. Left the area clean. Would highly recommend Nick.

Paid $200–400Great pricePlumbing pipe repairService not listed
DeeLocal Guide · 51 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★★★★★

John was great. He repaired the leak underneath my kitchen sink. I asked questions and he explained. John is a great technician.

Paid $200–400Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair
LenoreLocal Guide · 12 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★★★★★

I had a great experience with Universal Plumbing! Our technician, John, was absolutely awesome. He was professional, friendly, and provided outstanding customer service from start to finish. he took the time to explain everything and made sure the job was done right. It's hard to find great service these days, and…

Plumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair
Sam3 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★★★★★

Great and fast service. Technician Nick was extremely knowledgeable and could not have been more friendly!

Paid $200–400Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repair
Bonnie7 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★★★★★

my technician...Peanut was very friendly and did a terrific job,

Paid $600–800Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repair
John3 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★★★★★

Tony from Universal Plumbing did a fabulous job. Thank you Tony and Universal Plumbing for your service. I called Universal Plumbing the night before and Tony showed up the next morning. Great Job.

Paid $400–600Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repair
ken8 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★★★★★

Had a break in the main line just before it enters the house. James and his helper Jay did a great job. James recognized he could do away with some connections to make it more streamlined. Jay supplied James with different materials as needed and paid close attention to what James was doing. They worked efficiently,…

Paid $200–400Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repair
Tamera1 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Byron was great to work with. He was very kind and explained everything they were doing

Paid $2,000+Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repairPlumbing leak repair
RobertLocal Guide · 22 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 months ago★★★★★

We have used Universal Plumbing multiple times over the last 26 years and their service has always been top drawer and it's always been a delight in dealing with them. We heartily recommend then there's a company for all of your plumbing type needs and we will continue to use them anytime that we need have a need for their service.

Paid $1–200Great pricePlumbing leak detection+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Benjamin8 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 months ago★★★★★

Excellent work, Tony was a big help. Would highly recommend!

Plumbing leak repairPool plumbing repairPlumbing pipe repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
HelloLocal Guide · 33 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★★★★★

keonte was in and out professional with a good attitude also was willing to keep on shoe covers to keep the carpets clean

Paid $200–400Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repair
Maybelle3 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 months ago★★★★

Work was done in a timely manner. Very efficient.

Paid $500–600Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repairFaucet repair
Marquita11 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 months ago★★★★★

Akeem and Tony were two awesome team members. They were timely, thorough with explaining the job and very professional. UP is the company to choose when you need your plumbing problem completed with care and integrity.

Paid $1,000+Plumbing pipe repairPlumbing leak repair
Andrew3 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★★★★★

Great customer service, Knowledgeable, and efficient. Thanks.

Paid $300–400Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repair

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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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