Which plumbing services brands
AI recommends in the US
Brands ranked by mention rate on ChatGPT, Gemini, Google AI Mode and Perplexity
- Brands
- 42
- Questions
- 338
- Answers
- 4,056
- AI engines
- 4
01 · Brand leader
Top 10 brands by mention rate
No single brand runs away with the category.
Several brands compete for the top places.
| # | Brand | Mention rate Share of questions where Perplexity names the brand | Share of voice The brand’s share of all brand mentions in the engine’s answers | 95% range The interval the true mention rate most likely falls in | In top 20 of The brand’s place inside each engine’s own top 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11–20 | Mr. Rooter Plumbing | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.5–5.1 | ChatGPT2Gemini4Google AI Mode4Perplexity1 |
| 21–20 | Viega | 2.1% | 1.6% | 1.0–4.2 | ChatGPT4Gemini15Google AI Mode9Perplexity2 |
| 31–20 | Mueller Industries | 2.0% | 2.1% | 0.9–4.1 | Gemini9Perplexity3 |
| 41–20 | Roto-Rooter | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.6–3.4 | ChatGPT1Gemini1Google AI Mode1Perplexity4 |
| 51–20 | Benjamin Franklin Plumbing | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.5–3.0 | ChatGPT8Gemini2Google AI Mode3Perplexity5 |
| 61–20 | Uponor | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4–2.9 | ChatGPT9Gemini7Google AI Mode5Perplexity6 |
| 71–20 | Basement Watchdog | 1.0% | 1.1% | 0.4–2.7 | ChatGPT3Gemini8Google AI Mode7Perplexity7 |
| 81–20 | Delta Faucet | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.3–2.6 | ChatGPT13Google AI Mode18Perplexity8 |
| 91–20 | Kohler | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.3–2.6 | ChatGPT11Gemini11Google AI Mode13Perplexity9 |
| 101–20 | SharkBite | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.3–2.6 | ChatGPT14Gemini12Google AI Mode16Perplexity10 |
| 111–20 | ARS/Rescue Rooter | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.3–2.6 | ChatGPT19Google AI Mode8Perplexity11 |
| 121–20 | Culligan | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.3–2.6 | ChatGPT10Gemini5Google AI Mode6Perplexity12 |
| 131–20 | Mr. Rooter | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3–2.4 | ChatGPT5Gemini3Google AI Mode2Perplexity13 |
| 141–20 | Bradford White | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.2–2.3 | Perplexity14 |
| 151–20 | Watts | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.2–2.3 | ChatGPT16Gemini17Google AI Mode12Perplexity15 |
| 161–20 | Zoeller | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.2–2.3 | Perplexity16 |
| 171–20 | iSpring | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.2–2.3 | Gemini18Google AI Mode11Perplexity17 |
| 181–20 | Kinetico | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.2–2.1 | ChatGPT17Gemini10Google AI Mode15Perplexity18 |
| 191–20 | RIDGID | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.2–2.1 | Perplexity19 |
| 201–20 | TracPipe | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.2–2.1 | Perplexity20 |
02 · Engine consensus
Where each brand ranks
inside every engine’s top 10
There is no single AI top 10.
Only 5 of 18 brands rank in the top 10 of all 4 engines.
| Brand | ChatGPT | Gemini | Google AI Mode | Perplexity | In top 10 of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roto-Rooter | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | ChatGPTGeminiGoogle AI ModePerplexity |
| Mr. Rooter Plumbing | 2 | 4 | 4 | 1 | ChatGPTGeminiGoogle AI ModePerplexity |
| Benjamin Franklin Plumbing | 8 | 2 | 3 | 5 | ChatGPTGeminiGoogle AI ModePerplexity |
| Basement Watchdog | 3 | 8 | 7 | 7 | ChatGPTGeminiGoogle AI ModePerplexity |
| Uponor | 9 | 7 | 5 | 6 | ChatGPTGeminiGoogle AI ModePerplexity |
| Mr. Rooter | 5 | 3 | 2 | – | ChatGPTGeminiGoogle AI Mode |
| Viega | 4 | – | 9 | 2 | ChatGPTGoogle AI ModePerplexity |
| Culligan | 10 | 5 | 6 | – | ChatGPTGeminiGoogle AI Mode |
| Mueller Industries | – | 9 | – | 3 | GeminiPerplexity |
| Rheem | 6 | – | – | – | ChatGPT |
| Oatey | – | 6 | – | – | Gemini |
| Pentair | 7 | – | – | – | ChatGPT |
| ARS/Rescue Rooter | – | – | 8 | – | Google AI Mode |
| Delta Faucet | – | – | – | 8 | Perplexity |
| Kohler | – | – | – | 9 | Perplexity |
| Kinetico | – | 10 | – | – | Gemini |
| Moen | – | – | 10 | – | Google AI Mode |
| SharkBite | – | – | – | 10 | Perplexity |
Rank inside each engine’s own top 10 · a dash means the brand is not in that engine’s top 10.
The rest depend on which engine the buyer opens — so a rank from a single engine is not a market position.
Source: Findrix's research. Where each brand ranks inside every engine's top 10, plumbing services, United States.
04b · Most cited domains
Which sites each engine cites, and
how much of its answers they carry
| Domain | ChatGPT | Gemini | Google AI Mode | Perplexity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| youtube.com | 0.1% | 1.0% | 32.6% | – |
| epa.gov | 10.9% | 0.1% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| google.com | 0.1% | 4.8% | 9.4% | 0.9% |
| plumbingplusny.com | 0.1% | 7.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| coastalplumbingprofessionals.com | 0.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| callsmedley.com | 0.1% | 3.5% | 1× | 0.7% |
| reddit.com | 0.2% | 1.1% | 3.3% | 2.1% |
| zoomdrain.com | 0.5% | 3.0% | 1.0% | 0.9% |
| angi.com | 2.6% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| thumbtack.com | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.7% | 2.6% |
| modernize.com | 0.1% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| rotorooter.com | 2.2% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 1.5% |
05 · The questions we asked
338 buyer questions, each
asked three times per engine
This isn’t a branded-prompt study.
76% of questions are problem- or solution-aware.
| Intent | Questions |
|---|---|
| Solution-aware | 160 |
| Problem-aware | 98 |
| Informational | 40 |
| Branded comparison | 24 |
| Branded sentiment | 16 |
By intent
Examples · Solution-aware
“Can you help me find a licensed contractor for Kitchen remodel plumbing with top ratings for Timeline reliability as of latest information?”
“Can you help me find a licensed contractor for Gas appliance hookup with top ratings for Speed of leak response as of latest information?”
Examples · Problem-aware
“Why is there a sudden drop in my shower water pressure, and could this mean I need Faucet installation/repair as of latest information?”
“Why is there a sudden drop in my shower water pressure, and could this mean I need Anode rod replacement and tank flushing as of latest information?”
Examples · Informational
“Can you explain how water purification technology works if my main concern is Total cost of ownership (filters, salt, maintenance) as of latest information?”
“How often should a homeowner schedule an Hydro jetting to prevent major plumbing failures as of latest information?”
Examples · Branded comparison
“TracPipe vs Ward Manufacturing for Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) arc-resistance against lightning strikes, fitting assembly speed, mechanical sealing security, and code compliance. as of latest information?”
“American Standard vs Kohler for Bulk waste flushing power, bowl glaze smoothness and cleanliness, water conservation efficiency, and overall price-to-performance ratio. as of latest information?”
Examples · Branded sentiment
“Is A. O. Smith a good choice in water heater services as of latest information?”
“Is Culligan a good choice in water quality and treatment systems as of latest information?”
Source: Findrix research. 338 buyer questions by intent, plumbing services, United States.
05b · By product type
Which product segments
the questions cover
The study doesn’t hinge on one product category.
Questions span 11 plumbing services segments.
| Segment |
|---|
| Water Supply & Piping Services |
| Fixture and Appliance Installation |
| Drain and Sewer Services |
| Maintenance and Inspection Plans |
| Water Quality and Treatment Systems |
| Water Heater Services |
| Gas Line Services |
| Pipe Repair and Repiping |
| Remodel and New Construction Plumbing |
| Emergency Plumbing Services |
| Sump Pump and Water Damage Prevention |
11 segments
Examples · Water Supply & Piping Services
“Is SharkBite a good choice in water supply & piping services as of latest information?”
Examples · Fixture and Appliance Installation
“American Standard vs Kohler for Bulk waste flushing power, bowl glaze smoothness and cleanliness, water conservation efficiency, and overall price-to-performance ratio. as of latest information?”
Examples · Drain and Sewer Services
“Mr. Rooter vs Roto-Rooter for Service dispatch availability, hydro-jetting equipment capabilities, diagnostic video inspection quality, and trenchless sewer repair costs. as of latest information?”
Examples · Maintenance and Inspection Plans
“Is ARS/Rescue Rooter a good choice in maintenance and inspection plans as of latest information?”
Examples · Water Quality and Treatment Systems
“Can you explain how water purification technology works if my main concern is Total cost of ownership (filters, salt, maintenance) as of latest information?”
Examples · Water Heater Services
“Is A. O. Smith a good choice in water heater services as of latest information?”
Examples · Gas Line Services
“Can you help me find a licensed contractor for Gas appliance hookup with top ratings for Speed of leak response as of latest information?”
Examples · Pipe Repair and Repiping
“Can you help me find a licensed contractor for Partial pipe replacement with top ratings for Warranty on materials and labor as of latest information?”
Examples · Remodel and New Construction Plumbing
“Can you help me find a licensed contractor for Kitchen remodel plumbing with top ratings for Timeline reliability as of latest information?”
Examples · Emergency Plumbing Services
“Where can I get a binding estimate and schedule Emergency Plumbing Services with available financing in 2027 as of latest information?”
Examples · Sump Pump and Water Damage Prevention
“How much does professional Sump Pump and Water Damage Prevention usually cost for a two-story home as of latest information?”
Source: Findrix research. 11 product segments covered by the question set, plumbing services, United States.
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Frequently asked questions
What does this Plumbing Services AI Search report measure?
Which plumbing services brands ChatGPT, Gemini, Google AI Mode and Perplexity name when buyers in the United States ask them for advice. We asked 338 buyer questions, each three times to each engine, and counted how often every brand appears and which websites the engines cite. Measured Sep 2026.
What does “mention rate” mean?
The share of questions where an engine names the brand in its answer. A 10% mention rate means the brand came up in about one question in ten. Every rate carries a 95% range: the interval the true value most likely falls in.
How are the top Plumbing Services brands ranked?
By mention rate, separately for each engine — pick the engine above the table. When two brands’ 95% ranges overlap, their order is not really different — tick “Only distinguishable places” to see the ranks the data can actually separate.
Why does a brand rank differently across AI engines?
Each engine retrieves from different sources and weighs them differently, so the brands it knows best differ too. Only 5 of 18 brands make the top 10 of every engine here; the rest depend on which engine the buyer opens.
What counts as a citation?
A link or source an engine shows alongside its answer. We record every cited domain, whether it appears inline or in the source list.
Why can AI mention a brand without citing its website?
Engines learn brand names from reviews, expert sites, retailers and forums, then cite those sources rather than the brand’s own pages. A brand can be named often while its own site is rarely among the sources.
What does “share of citations” mean?
Of all the citations one engine gave across our questions, the share that went to a given domain. The shares of one engine add up to 100%.
What types of Plumbing Services questions are included?
Questions real buyers ask across 11 product segments, from problem-aware to solution-aware, informational and branded ones. 76% are problem- or solution-aware; this is not a branded-prompt study.
Will I get the same answers if I ask these questions myself?
Not word for word. AI answers vary between runs, accounts and locations, which is why we ask every question three times per engine and report a 95% range instead of a single answer.