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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 plumbing leak repair

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.114
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.94
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.$264–$968
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 85/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Plumbing leak 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.#22 / 117
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.96%

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Timothy9 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 week ago★★★★★

Juan gave me excellent advice about my Plumbing and especially about my water pressure. He communicated clearly and always had my best interest in mind in making recommendations.

Paid $2,000+Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repairFaucet installation
Kris3 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Eric was absolutely amazing. He was polite, respectful, and professional in both knowledge and workmanship. I can’t say enough about how grateful and pleased I was with Eric and his service. Recommend with highest regards.

Paid $400–600Great priceDrain cleaningPlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repair
Hieu6 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 weeks ago★★★★★

On time and very efficient

Paid $1,200–1,400OverpricedOutdoor plumbing system repairPlumbing leak repair
lisa3 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Juan was amazing. He went above and beyond to fix my refrigerator hose leak

Paid $200–400Reasonable pricePlumbing leak repair
Spencer9 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★★★★★

Nobody likes moving into a house they just bought and finding a burst main water line or shower draining troubles. Unfortunately we did, but the team at Cornell’s (specifically Juan, John, Eric and Kyle) all came to our rescue and fixed all issues as economically and logistically efficiently as was possible under…

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceShower repairPlumbing leak repairService not listed
pdx2 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★★★★★

Great job. Fast service. Juan is a knowledgeable and efficient tech. We had a broken shower valve that needed replacement. He took the time to share options and advise.

Paid $2,000+Reasonable pricePlumbing leak repair
Eva1 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 month ago★★★★★

Had my house completely repiped, new waterline installed and some drainage issue repaired. Trey was very courteous and professional while completing my many plumbing issues. He communicated well, kept me informed and answered all my questions. Very respectful.

Paid $2,000+Not surePlumbing pipe repairOutdoor plumbing system repairFaucet installation
PhilipLocal Guide · 15 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 month ago★★★★★

Another update about our experience with Cornel's...Exceptional experience...a complicated emergency repair that took several days, and an HOA. Baxter, our plumber did everything he could to take care of us. Thank you Baxter, thank you Cornel's! Fast and efficient service mixed with a friendly office and work crew.…

Great pricePlumbing leak detectionWater tank installationPlumbing pipe repair
sabrina8 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★

Like everyone else the good reviews made me select this company. We had a small leak that was currently under control when we called to schedule. We called Monday and were told no one could come until Wednesday which was fine. We were charged an “emergency fee” yet no one came the same day. While the plumber was…

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Paid $600–800OverpricedPlumbing leak repair
Patrick5 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★★★★★

Met Judah today for a water line leak and he was great. I work with trade folks a lot because of my line of work and he is the kind of guy I try to “collect.” Knowledgeable, helpful, and a pleasure to work with, a real salt of the earth kind of guy. Couldn’t recommend him more.

Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repairPlumbing leak repair
William1 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Great service, very fast response time. Brenden did a great job at fixing the problem, I'm happy with everything. Thank you!

Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing leak repair
John9 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★★★★★

Competent, efficient, proficient, friendly, good listener, willing to discuss/answer my questions. Professional demeanor.

Paid $1,600–1,800Not sureShower repairPlumbing leak repair
S4 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★★★★★

Matt came out and took care of several things at my house. He fixed a leaky toilet that required the seals at the bottom of the tank to be replaced. Then, he replaced the sink drain stopper from the old style rod to the latest version. Finally, he completely replaced the sump pump in our crawl space and rerouted the…

Reasonable priceToilet repairPlumbing leak repairService not listed
Evelyn5 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★★★★★

Brendan was phenomenal! He explained everything so well, answered all my questions and worked around other contractors I had in the same day. Awesome experience.

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceToilet repairWater heater installationSewer repair
Caitlin7 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★★★★★

Eric was the best! My husband and I have a fixer upper and he helped to identify several different plumbing and HVAC options for us. Would definitely recommend Cornel’s. Scheduling was easy online, they were able to come out quickly, and signing up for their membership gave us a lot of peace of mind.

Paid $1–200Great pricePlumbing leak repair
Elisabeth6 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★★★★★

Not only did Cornel’s Plumbing fit us in in under 24 hours, they sent the BEST technician, Eric. I’m not a morning person, but Eric completely made my morning, as he was so respectful of our property while he worked, clear in his communications, keeping us updated during the whole process, and extremely professional…

Paid $800–1,000Reasonable priceDrain cleaningPlumbing leak detectionPlumbing leak repair
Ken1 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Judah was great, arrived same day & explained the repair process very well. Really appreciated the honest up front pricing for the work that was needed. I will definitely use and recommend Cornel's in the future.

Plumbing leak repair
Dale7 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★★★★★

Eric was great! Came out and provided an incredible amount of knowledge to help our decision making process. Cornel’s promptly responded to our request and send the right folks to evaluate our needs.

Plumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repairWater heater repair
Ryley1 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 months ago★★★★★

Eric and Alex were excellent partners in diagnosing issues and determining the proper next steps. Great communication, transparent pricing, and made sure to instill trust and confidence in my choice to work with them!

Paid $1–200Great priceDrain cleaningPlumbing pipe repairOutdoor plumbing system repair
Natalie3 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★★★★★

Brenden with Cornel's Plumbing, was polite, professional, and explained the problem clearly. He completed the repair very quickly and made the whole process easy. Excellent service!

Paid $600–800Plumbing leak repair

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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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