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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 repair

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.82
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.84
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.$227–$596
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 82/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Water heater 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.#16 / 39
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.89%

All 82 Google reviews tagged “Water heater repair” · 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
j6 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★★★★★

Aikeem was very knowledgeable, friendly, professional and he told me the reason I had the problem with my hot water heater. Thanks Aikeem good job.

Paid $1,000–1,200Not sureToilet repairOutdoor plumbing system repairToilet 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
Shawn4 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★★★★★

Both technicians were very professional and easy to talk to. They communicated what they were doing up front and made us feel at ease with the work that was being done.

Paid $600–800Reasonable priceFaucet repairWater heater repairShower repair
Damon5 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★★★★★

The guys were very knowledgeable about the work. I called the night before and they showed up bright and early to install new water heater.

Customer photo from Damon's review
Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceWater heater repair
Jonathon9 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★★★★★

Keonte did an amazing job on our hot water heater. He explained the issue with clarity and answered every question that we had. Thank you for your professionalism and dedication to being a master of your craft. Universal Plumbing has gained a new customer.

Great priceWater heater repair
Larry4 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★★★★★

Really nice and polite answered all my questions I would have him back to do my plumbing thanks again!

Paid $200–300Not surePlumbing pipe repairFaucet repairWater heater repair
podcast3 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★★★★★

Byron arrived on time and fixed my water heater in a quick manner. He was courteous and professional. I am very satisfied with the service I received from Universal Plumbing and would use them again.

Water heater repair
MiriamLocal Guide · 41 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★★★★★

Universal always gives good service

Paid $200–300Great priceWater heater repairFaucet installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
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★★★★★

Pierre and his assistant were very professional and showed a genuine concern for my repair issue. They explained what was required to repair the problem and finished it in a timely manner along with cleaning up after they were done. Great team.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceWater heater repair
KeanuLocal Guide · 101 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★★★★★

Byron does great work every time, happy to use Universal Plumbing anytime.

Water heater repair
D.2 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. · 7 months ago★★

Our Navien tankless water heater stopped working, and we called for service. The technician initially attempted to troubleshoot and consulted with Navien, but ultimately stated a part needed to be ordered. After waiting three days for the part and having it installed, the unit still did not work. The technician…

Paid $400–500OverpricedWater heater repair
LeAnnaLocal 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. · 7 months ago★

Poor experience all around the dispatcher and technician were not polite.

Water 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
Mae3 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Our service technician was polite professional and fixed our issue. This is our go to from now on!

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceWater heater repair
LisaLocal Guide · 35 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Universal Plumbing is a breath of fresh air! From the moment we called and the super nice and helpful assistance Stephanie answered to the techs that came to service our water heater, the whole experience was awesome! They were all polite, professional, knowledgeable and did a great job of explaining everything.…

Paid $100–200Reasonable priceWater heater repair
Tina5 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 9 months ago★★★★★

He did excellent job

Paid $100–200Reasonable priceWater heater repair
Joyce13 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

David was great! Fixed several issues.

Paid $800–900Not surePlumbing pipe repairWater heater repairService not listed
TonyLocal 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 10 months ago★★★★★

Great service and maintenance information.

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceWater heater repair
Tony7 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Great service

Paid $900–1,000Reasonable priceWater heater 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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