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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 water heater installation

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.56
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.95
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$2,000+
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$1.2k–$2.5k
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 85/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Water heater 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.#15 / 50
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 56 Google reviews tagged “Water heater installation” · showing 20

S5 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★★★★★

Discovered water on my garage floor and panicked. Realized it was coming from the corner with the hit water heater. Made a call to Universal Plumbing and their technician (Tony) was dispatched within the hour. Tony arrived and determined that my 19 year old unit needed to be replaced. He was able to answer all of my…

Reasonable priceWater heater installation
Nadraya4 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★★★★★

Everything went well with the technician visit. Thanks Mr Dorsey

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceWater heater 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
Tina11 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★★★★★

I want to thank Universal Plumbing for their prompt service with my household plumbing emergency. The technician, Nick was prompt, professional and did great work. I would definitly recommend them for all your plumbing needs.

Paid $1,000–1,200Great priceWater heater installation
Whitney4 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★★★★★

Pierre made a really tough situation much easier. He walked me through all my options and helped me decide what was best for my house and budget. He had a team of 2 other guys come help, and they were great as well. It was definitely a tough job, but they got it done the same day and left my house clean after. He…

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceWater heater installationWater heater repair
hollandgh357Local Guide · 11 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 8 months ago★★★★★

Universal has always been very professional on each of their technicians I am waiting on the work to begin before I give a final judgment but generally, I always use Universal. All of the technicians are well-versed and professional especially Nick. James did an outstanding job. He works on the sewer portion. He was very professional

Reasonable priceToilet repairWater heater installationShower installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Alan4 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 best in work ethic, quality, and efficiency. My go to for plumbing etc. Did away with home warranty antics….they are useless and would not send the same workmanship and efficiency to my home.

Water heater installationFaucet repairWater heater repair
Dominic4 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★★★★★

Have used same company/technician to install 2 water heaters under house in crawlspace. Technician was very thorough, knowledgeable, prompt and polite. Company was very responsive for scheduling and prompt and kept me informed for appointment times.

Reasonable priceWater heater installation
SE1 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 year ago★★★★★

Universal Plumbing was awesome and provided great service! This was not my first time using their services and every time they deliver with stellar service. They are truly an asset and a blessing to the CSRA I highly recommend them to anyone!

Great priceToilet repairWater heater installationDrain cleaning+ Value
Dre1 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. · a year ago★★★★★

They both did a excellent job

Great priceWater heater installation
Andra1 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. · a year ago★★★★★

He did a excellent job

Great priceWater heater installation
Jonathan7 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★★★★★

Professional

Water heater installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
KathyLocal 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 year ago★★★★★

David and his team did the job showing care and knowledge. They got me taken care of in no time.

Water heater installationPlumbing leak repair+ Professionalism
KentLocal Guide · 28 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★★★★★

We had the valve going from the wall to the toilet and the valve in the toilet that we could not shut off. Called Universal 1st and they said next day (afternoon) easiest service available. Called 3 other plumbing company they pushed us out to Tuesday of next week. Called UP back and asked to be put on their…

Toilet repairWater heater installationPlumbing pipe repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Tina6 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 company removed my old hot water tank and replaced with tankless system. All workers were very friendly and professional. Most of all they had someone answer the phone and schedule my appointment. I will definitely use them again.

Water heater installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
john2 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 work

Water heater installation+ Professionalism
MaryLocal Guide · 30 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★★★★★

We were "worked" in when I called with an emergency & arrived earlier than expected. Thank you Stephanie for working with us & thank you Jam for such a great job done, great communication & an AWESOME experience!!!!

Water heater installationWater heater repair
Maribeth6 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★★★★★

Cam was prompt and quickly determined the issue with my water heater. I'd definitely recommend to anyone who needs his service!

Water heater installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Jin15 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 prompt with great suggestions! Thank you and you will be my plumbing company to go for. Thanks and God bless!!!

Water heater installation+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Alvin8 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★★★★★

Aikeem did a very good job he explained everything before and after my hot water heater installlation he clean up behind himself after job was done .Would definitely use this company again

Water heater installation

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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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