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Welka Plumbing Co

Plumber · Erie, PA · reviewed since 2026

How 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 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%97+25.3Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 99Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#1 of 10 sink installation servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 100%
5.0 ★★★★★ 63 Google reviews · 1 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
2%reviews answered by the owner
$490typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Welka Plumbing Co at a glance

Welka Plumbing Co holds a 5/5 rating from 63 Google reviews, with customers frequently citing punctual same-day service, fair pricing, and clear communication. Reviewers describe the company as reliable for handling urgent issues, fixture installations, and complex repairs, often noting quick response times and professional workmanship. The provided excerpts contain no low-star reviews or recurring criticisms, and the owner replied to only 2% of the total reviews.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 63 reviews (100% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 63 Google reviews (57 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 2% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 26, 2026.
  • Service: Sink Installation Service serving Erie, Pennsylvania.

Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.

Score profile vs other sink installation services

Score per factor (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: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction99Reliability97Craft & service–Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 99 (median 83)Reliability: 97 (median 74)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Welka Plumbing CoSink Installation Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
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.Welka Plumbing Co: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
99
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.Welka Plumbing Co: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 74.A
97
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 92.–
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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.Welka Plumbing Co: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises 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.Welka Plumbing Co: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 69.–
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Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.

Star ratings

63 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars63100%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 57 written reviews

  • Praise15699%
  • Complaints11%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price1583%
  • Reasonable317%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%
$490+39% vs typical sink installation services

Middle half of what 9 customers paid ($105–$840) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Speed & response3623%
  • Would recommend3019%
  • Staff & attitude2415%
  • Quality & results2214%
  • Price & value2013%
  • Honesty & trust1711%
  • Communication85%

What customers talk about

We read 57 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “I called Nick and he came out to my house within minutes.”
  • “Would recommend hiring Nick for any future plumbing work”
  • “Nick is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and great at communicating which is everything I look for in a plumber.”
  • “Has shown up in a pinch many times and does excellent work.”
  • “He can diagnose issues quickly at a very fair price.”
  • “Nick and crew replaced my outside hose spigots and a few leaky valves, did a great job, very reliable and fair.”
  • “He was very reasonably priced, explained everything to me, and went above and beyond!”

People customers mention

  • Nick 15 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent priced reviews

Josh1 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 weeks ago★★★★★

I called Nick and he came out to my house within minutes. My hot water tank needed replaced and it was replaced under 1 hour that same day! Unbeatable price and unbeatable service!

Paid $1–200Great price
Anthony10 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★★★★★

Does great work. Knowledgeable, professional, transparent. Was able to accomodate an urgent issue.

Paid $400–600Reasonable price
M7 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Fantastic company! Nick got the job done right. I highly recommend. Do not hesitate to give him a call if you want fast friendly service.

Paid $1–200Great price
Madelyn6 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 experience!!! Everything was fixed in a timely manner and I couldn’t be happier :)

Paid $800–1,000Great price
carla10 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★★★★★

Has a great first experience with Welka Plumbing Co. I called him the night before and he was here at 7:30 the next morning. Professional, clean, and thorough. Will definitely be using from now on.

Paid $1–200Great price
TheHumbleLion5 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★★★★★

You looking for someone who will show up quickly and get the job done right at a reasonable price with full explanations of the work they're doing? You found the right guy. Nicholas does great work and fit us into his schedule right away. Why go with anyone else? 5 stars across the board!

Paid $400–600

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 63 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

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Tom Reichert1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Tom has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great fast service Plus was able to save me a significant amount of money from other estimates by fixing the problem a different way

  • Price assessment: Great price
Michaela Baldwin6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michaela has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Most reliable plumbing service in Erie! Has shown up in a pinch many times and does excellent work. Highly recommend!!!

  • Price assessment: Great price
Zimmerman Management Group LLC1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Zimmerman has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Nick has helped on multiple projects. He responds quickly and shows up the same day. He can diagnose issues quickly at a very fair price. Highly recommend

  • Price assessment: Great price
Alice Link7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alice has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We had a great experience working with Nick. He was efficient, quick, and reasonably priced! We will definitely call him again! Highly recommend.

Josh1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Josh has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I called Nick and he came out to my house within minutes. My hot water tank needed replaced and it was replaced under 1 hour that same day! Unbeatable price and unbeatable service!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $1–200
Keith Strain6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Keith has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Highly recommend! Nick was able to diagnose the issue quick and have the whole issue taken care of. Extremely fast response time and best service around!

Anthony Siggia10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Anthony has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Does great work. Knowledgeable, professional, transparent. Was able to accomodate an urgent issue.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $400–600
Steve ChizLocal Guide · 11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Steve has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Nick is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and great at communicating which is everything I look for in a plumber. I would highly recommend Welka Plumbing Co

  • Price assessment: Great price
Marlo TorrelliLocal Guide · 4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Marlo has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

HIGHLY recommend Nick and Welka Plumbing! I ended up in a bad plumbing situation on a weekend and Nick was incredibly prompt, professional, kind, and skillful in taking care of the situation. Other friends recommended him on social media and I’m so glad they did. He was very reasonably priced, explained everything to me, and went above and beyond!

Joe Zimmer1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Joe has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Nick and crew replaced my outside hose spigots and a few leaky valves, did a great job, very reliable and fair.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price

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