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1Thornton & Grooms★ 4.86 on this job379 jobs reviewedusually $1,000+iHow Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Install AC”:Stars on this job 55%4.86★Number of such jobs 25%379Overall Experts Score 20%86Job match= 86Stars are pulled toward the category average (4.85★) 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.86

2LSLevine & Sons Plumbing, Heating & AC★ 4.82 on this job28 jobs reviewedusually $2,000+iHow Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Install AC”:Stars on this job 55%4.82★Number of such jobs 25%28Overall Experts Score 20%75Job match= 71Stars are pulled toward the category average (4.85★) 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.71

Job match = this company’s ★ on reviews Google tagged “Install AC” (shrunk toward the category average when there are few), how many such jobs it has done, and its overall Experts Score.

What customers said about install AC

SShirley1 reviewiTotal 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Thornton & Grooms

I am writing to commend the exceptional service provided by Tequila Wilkerson. Her expertise and professionalism were evident throughout our meeting. Tequila not only possesses an impressive depth of knowledge regarding air conditioning systems but has the ability to communicate complex information with clarity… Read full review

Paid $2,000+Not sureInstall AC

KKevin2 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★

LSLevine & Sons Plumbing, Heating &…

Outstanding workmanship and very knowledgeable about the job, I would highly recommend to others.

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceInstall AC

KKen6 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★

Thornton & Grooms

Lucas quickly saw the solution to our water supply problem. Contacted the Royal Oak water department and worked together to solve the problem. All was completed the day after our call.

Paid $100–200Reasonable priceA/C system maintenanceInstall AC

MMichael9 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★

Thornton & Grooms

Did a great job and explained everything I needed to know, with notes on supplies left on unit

Heating system installationInstall AC

RRob7 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★

Thornton & Grooms

They are my only caller for all my plumbing and A/C needs. Their work is immaculate. Everyone is super friendly. I highly recommend them for anything you need.

Reasonable priceWater heater installationPlumbing leak detectionInstall AC

AAl5 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★

Thornton & Grooms

The company is the best I have ever looked to for hvac and plumbing related service. Our air conditioner needed replacement Eric sales consultant kept it simple and professional and personable as he explained the consideration for our purchase. Customer service is a real positive. We always trust the work they do. Thomas is a real pro.

Paid $1,000+HVAC system maintenanceInstallationFaucet repair+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality

Overall ratings

Experts Score 0–100iExperts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. and a letter grade per factor (A = top 20% of garbage disposal repair).

#	Company	ScoreiExperts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown.	FactorsiFactor grades, in orderSatisfaction (54%): Recency-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.Reliability (24%): How 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.Craft & service (0%): Google 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.Value (14%): Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Momentum (0%): Penalises 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.Replies to reviews (7%): How 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.One letter per factor score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = below 20.	★iGoogle star rating as shown on Google Maps.	Typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
1	DW Drain CleaningDearborn, MI	A 98iHow 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%100+58.7Reliability 26%98+25.6Value 15%92+14Experts Score= 98Not 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.	AA–AA–	5.00	$351
2	Burton's Plumbing & HeatingDearborn, MI	A 90iHow 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%91+49.6Reliability 24%91+22.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%58+4.1Craft & service penalty96−0.4Experts Score= 90Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.	AAAAAC	4.91	$292
3	Best PlumbingDearborn, MI	A 89iHow 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%94+51.3Reliability 24%89+21.6Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%22+1.6Experts Score= 89Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.	AAAAAD	4.92	$453
4	LPLane Plumbing IncDearborn, MI	A 87iHow 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%92+50.2Reliability 24%87+21.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%24+1.7Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 87Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.	AAAAAD	4.87	$417
5	Thornton & GroomsDearborn, MI	A 86iHow 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%86+46.9Reliability 24%81+19.6Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty86−1.4Experts Score= 86Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.	AAAAAA	4.85	$227
6	Universal Plumbing and SewerDearborn, MI	A 84iHow 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%87+47.5Reliability 24%82+19.9Value 14%90+12.7Replies to reviews 7%72+5.1Craft & service penalty90−1Experts Score= 84Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.	AAAAAB	4.85	$567
7	Best Plumbing Best1 RooterDearborn, MI	A 81iHow 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%85+46.4Reliability 24%74+17.9Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%64+4.5Craft & service penalty99−0.1Momentum penalty85−1.5Experts Score= 81Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.	ABAAAB	4.87	—
8	Gill PlumbingDearborn, MI	A 80iHow 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%86+46.9Reliability 24%80+19.4Value 14%71+10Replies to reviews 7%66+4.7Craft & service penalty94−0.6Experts Score= 80Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.	AAABAB	4.83	$383
9	Mr. Rooter Plumbing of DetroitDearborn, MI	B 77iHow 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%81+44.2Reliability 24%75+18.2Value 14%75+10.6Replies to reviews 7%74+5.2Craft & service penalty93−0.7Momentum penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 77Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.	ABABAB	4.77	$406
10	LSLevine & Sons Plumbing, Heating & ACDearborn, MI	B 75iHow 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%77+42Reliability 24%67+16.2Value 14%90+12.7Replies to reviews 7%78+5.5Craft & service penalty81−1.9Experts Score= 75Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.	BBAAAB	4.77	$251

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Garbage Disposal Repair in Michigan at a glance

How the 10 garbage disposal repair we rated in Michigan compare, and what customers praise most.

How we grade

Satisfaction (54%) — Recency-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.

Reliability (24%) — How 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.

Craft & service (penalty, up to −10) — Google 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.

Value (14%) — Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.

Momentum (penalty, up to −10) — Penalises 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.

Replies to reviews (7%) — How 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.