Trust score
79out of 100
Rating5.0★
Review volume1,110
Source diversity1 source
VerificationListed
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Verified drain / sewer clearance in Reading, Berkshire.
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What customers say
5.0out of 5
Highlights
"Over the last few years we have used Drain and Able three times and on each occasion have found them to be very efficient and courteous. They came out when they said they would and overall we were very impressed with their service. Thoroughly recommend them."
"Thank you very much to Kevin and Co. He talked me through everything thoroughly, gave great advice and the team were very friendly. Great comms and also arrived on time."
"This is a genuine review! They came when they said they would. Kevin worked cleanly and respectfully of our home. H identified what the problem was and worked quickly and efficiently to clear the problem. I highly recommend Drain & Able for your drain problems."
Detailed reviews
This is a genuine review! They came when they said they would. Kevin worked cleanly and respectfully of our home. H identified what the problem was and worked quickly and efficiently to clear the problem. I highly recommend Drain & Able for your drain problems.
Over the last few years we have used Drain and Able three times and on each occasion have found them to be very efficient and courteous. They came out when they said they would and overall we were very impressed with their service. Thoroughly recommend them.
Thank you very much to Kevin and Co. He talked me through everything thoroughly, gave great advice and the team were very friendly. Great comms and also arrived on time.
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Local context
Rated 5.0★ — in line with the local average for plumbers in Reading
Across 249 rated plumbers in Reading, the typical rating is 4.9★. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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✓Rating: 5.0★
✓Review volume: 1,110
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!Source diversity: 1 source
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