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Cornel's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning 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%86+46.9Reliability 24%80+19.4Value 14%84+11.9Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 85Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.85SCORE

Cornel's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

Portland, OR · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #124Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 154 plumbers · 4.9★ from 3,199 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other plumbers (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: craft & service and momentum; weakest: reliability.

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.Cornel's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is better than 86% of plumbers.A
86
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.Cornel's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is better than 80% of plumbers.A
80
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.Cornel's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is better than 100% of plumbers.A
100
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.Cornel's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is better than 84% of plumbers.A
84
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.Cornel's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is better than 100% of plumbers.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.Cornel's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is better than 100% of plumbers.A
100

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Customers hired Cornel's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning for 8 kinds of job.

Cornel's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning for a/c system repair

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.18
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
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.$236–$897
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 80/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “A/C system 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.#9 / 26
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 18 Google reviews tagged “A/C system repair”

AnthonyLocal Guide · 42 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★★★★★

I had issues with my AC earlier this summer and a tech named Ricky came out and diagnosed and fixed the issue asap. I meant to review then but life got in the way and forgot to. I was reminded today when I had a plumbing issue and Eric the drain doctor got us fixed up right and I really appreciate it. I can attest…

Paid $200–400Reasonable priceDrain cleaningA/C system repair
Mak9 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★★★★★

Thank you so much for the exceptional service provided at my residence during the peak of the summer heat. From diagnosis to final repairs, your team handled everything with professionalism, efficiency, and a great attitude. I've been happily recommending your company to friends and colleagues. Please pass along my…

Paid $2,000+Great priceA/C system repair
David10 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★★★★★

Cornel installed a new heat pump and furnace in our home last week after our 20 year old system died on us. They were extremely professional and communicative which I greatly appreciated. I shopped around for a few quotes before deciding to go with them. They were not the cheapest, but they by far did the best…

Reasonable priceHVAC system repairA/C system repairHVAC duct & vent repair
S1 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★

I called and was able to schedule same day service I was happy about. 10 minutes after calling I received a text stating the tech would be out between 10-12. I received a call from Nathan around 10:30 stating he would be here in 20 minutes. He showed up sooner and was as nice as can be, took his time and…

A/C system repair
Melissa4 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★★★★★

My AC went out on a very hot Sunday while I’m undergoing s4 cancer treatment, and the heat makes my symptoms much worse. They originally scheduled me for Tuesday but called Monday morning with an earlier opening, which was such a relief. Nathan arrived on time, was professional and kind, and explained everything…

A/C system repair
Jaime7 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★★★★★

Ed and Travis are fantastic. They came out to replace my whole air conditioning system. They showed up right on time at 8am and put in a full day’s work with smiles and diligence. Ed and Travis are kind, professional, efficient and I am grateful for their service and attention to detail. My family and I are looking…

Paid $1,000+A/C system maintenanceA/C system repairInstall AC
AaronLocal Guide · 19 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 year ago★★★★★

Always able to help me out with any of my AC and furnace issues! Dan Bloomfield help me out tremendously with my heating problems, and I was able to get a new system set up for installation this Thursday that David was able to help me out with!

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceHVAC system repairHVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance
TinaLocal Guide · 81 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 year ago★★★★★

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Grateful Beyond Words for Cornell Heating and Plumbing From the very first call to the final handshake, my experience with Cornell Heating and Plumbing was nothing short of exceptional. Mico, in particular, was a guiding light throughout the entire process—professional, kind, and incredibly thorough. He…

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceA/C system repair
Laura9 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 year ago★★★★★

had great service recently when my central a/c stopped working in the midst of a stretch of hot weather. the office was able to get me on the schedule on very short notice. Nathan came and diagnosed the issue and got the a/c running, pending arrival of a part that came in a couple of days later, then Tyler came out…

A/C system repair
Donna2 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 year ago★★★★★

Tony, our service technician was prompt, thorough & knowledgeable. Would use their services again & highly recommend.

Paid $1–100Reasonable priceA/C system repair
MA4 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 year ago★★★★★

I can’t say enough good things about Hunter! He was professional, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to get our AC running again. He showed up on time, quickly diagnosed the problem, and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. What I really appreciated was how honest and straightforward he…

Paid $1,000+Not sureA/C system repair
Nick2 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 year ago★★★★★

Tony was great! Went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable in our new home, thanks Cornel’s!

Great priceA/C system repair
Michael1 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. · a year ago★★★★★

Technician, Wayne was really thorough and explained what he was doing.

Paid $1,000+Not sureA/C system repair
JenniferLocal Guide · 20 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 year ago★★★★★

From scheduling an urgent call with Tonya to Arturo’s service (on time, no surprises or updates, honest and skilled), my experience with Cornels Plumbing to get my air conditioning working quickly during a heat wave was exemplary.

A/C system repair
Brenna2 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 year ago★★★★★

I appreciated how they tried to work me in to fix my AC during one of the hottest days of the summer. Tony was very helpful, knowledgeable and professional. I will definitely use Cornel’s again in the future!

A/C system repair
Shonn6 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 year ago★★★★★

Today I called Cornel heating and cooling for the first time. I met Wayne! He was really helpful and very knowledgeable about our AC. Nice guy I would definitely recommend this company. He did a great job. Thanks again

Great priceA/C system repair
Joshua1 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. · a year ago★★★★★

Cornel's sent over Tony to look over our AC unit and he was great when looking it over for issues. He was able to find the issue and broke it down for us to understand what was going on and what needed to be done. Very friendly and showed us how the system worked and other easy ways to upkeep the AC unit! Thank…

HVAC system repairHVAC system maintenanceA/C system maintenance
MichaelaLocal Guide · 21 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 years ago★★★★★

Cornels is the best! Look no further! We had them out last summer to do our sewer line and they did excellent work start to finish. Today Brandon Chin was here to give a look at our 17 year old heater that just stopped working on us and we are moving forward to have the job done with Cornels again. Honest and…

A/C system maintenanceHVAC system repairHeating system installation+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality

Price

$630+35% vs typical plumbers

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 27%Reasonable 58%Overpriced 5%Not sure 10%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Drain cleaning271$148–$502
Water heater installation257$1.2k–$2.5k
Plumbing pipe repair223$322–$1.2k
Toilet repair209$209–$593
Plumbing leak detection123$114–$633
Plumbing leak repair114$264–$968
Faucet repair84$192–$593
Faucet installation63$292–$855

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