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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%92+50.2Reliability 24%93+22.5Value 14%90+12.7Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 93Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.93SCORE

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. · #69Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 154 plumbers · 4.9★ from 1,114 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: momentum and replies to reviews; weakest: value.

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 92% of plumbers.A
92
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 93% of plumbers.A
93
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 —% of plumbers.–
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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 90% of plumbers.A
90
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 faucet installation

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.16
★ 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.$292–$855
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 79/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Faucet installation”: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.#55 / 116
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 16 Google reviews tagged “Faucet installation”

Rachael7 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★★★★★

After getting a few quotes I felt the most comfortable with Jake and Cornell’s plumbing to replace our leaking bathtub. He spent an hour talking with me about all of our options, and even told us what areas we would absolutely need a plumber for vs doing ourselves or hiring a handyman. I really appreciated the…

Paid $2,000+Great priceShower installationPlumbing leak detectionFaucet installation
Debby1 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★★★★★

Chad was great to work with and explained things very clearly.

Paid $2,000+Reasonable priceFaucet installationPlumbing leak repair
Richie3 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★★★★★

Chad was very genuine and a pleasant to talk with, straight forward, honest with the options we had as far as upgrading to a better system. Ultimately we chose the path that was more affordable for us and he was perfectly fine with that and jumped right into it and completed the entire job on a timely bases. Extremely happy with the service. Thanks Chad

Paid $2,000+Not surePlumbing leak detectionInstallationPlumbing pipe repair
Charley4 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★★★★★

Jake was very professional and skilled and installed my new kitchen faucet and did the repairs that were needed.

Paid $1,000–1,200Reasonable priceFaucet installationPlumbing leak repair
Emily1 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★★★★★

Jake was amazing. After getting our new kitchen counters, we discovered the company that put them in didn’t reinstall plumbing. After failing to do it ourselves, Cornell was able to come out the next day and reattach everything, update our pipes and hardwire the new disposal. He was fast, friendly and all pricing was upfront.

Paid $800–1,000Not sureGarbage disposal installationPlumbing pipe repairFaucet installation
Katherine2 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★★★★★

I had Jake come and install new faucets to outside water. He was professional, punctual and great with communication. He installed the new faucets in a timely manner and was very kind. I would recommend Jake to anyone as a skilled and professional plumber! I will definitely use him again.

Paid $1,000–1,200Reasonable priceFaucet installation
scott7 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 5 months ago★★★★★

Matt was great. Second time he's worked on the house. Does a wonderful job of quickly diagnosing the issues, working up an estimate and then fixing the issues. Would highly recommend Matt and Cornel's

Paid $600–700Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repairFaucet repairOutdoor plumbing system repair
Elise6 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

We are really happy we chose Cornell. Kayne did a great job with executing all of the work. It started out as a small bathroom renovation and it became a much larger project. Our pipes that we had were original with our 100 year old house and needed replaced before we could even think about the bathroom. They were…

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceToilet repairWater heater installationShower installation
Teresa5 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 6 months ago★★★★★

Juan was a great technician. He explained everything well. He was very patient answering all my questions. Overall I had a very good experience using Cornel’s. I would definitely use them again. 04/20/26 - I did use Cornel’s again today. Eric came today to snake the drain in the kitchen. It was a stubborn blockage…

Paid $600–700Reasonable priceDrain cleaningFaucet installation
CherylLocal 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Nathan was fast and efficient and did an amazing job installing a new sink/vanity/faucet and new toilet. Super fast and it looks great. The old vanity was hideous so this bring joy to my heart.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceInstallationToilet installationFaucet installation
Sharon6 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 10 months ago★★★★★

The team Trey lead for our extensive repair and replacement of water and sewer pipes was well coordinated with the waste cleanup team and was done within 4 days. They did a fantastic job. Trey communicated with us on progress every day. Very thankful this team could get us in right away.

Paid $1,000+Great priceWater heater installationDrain cleaningPlumbing leak detection
Gregory9 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 11 months ago★★★★★

Great service from and solved our problems in a house we’re just moving into. Expert advice on a few other issues and future projects. I was very pleased with your office staff and dispatch-polite, very informed and flexible in adjusting the schedule.Jake will be requested again! Thank you Once again we had a…

Paid $1,000+Reasonable pricePlumbing pipe repairFaucet repairFaucet installation
Jill1 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★★★★★

Brenden was super friendly, explained everything so we knew our options and got the job done quickly. Recommend!

Reasonable priceInstallationFaucet repairFaucet installation
Michael7 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★★★★★

This letter is support of the work that was done at 8230 SW Glencreek Court, Portland, OR 97223. Starting with the estimate done by Cornel Plumbing, I felt confident that I was in the best of working hands. The estimate was fair and I was not charged for it. Everything was explained thoroughly to both my wife and…

Paid $1,000+Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detectionPlumbing pipe repairWater tank repair
Leo4 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★★★★★

Juan, Nate and another technician (whose name suddenly skipped me) came to our house on 9/11/25. They installed 4 faucets, 2 toilets and 2 valves within a day. Amazing job! They were courteous, professional and came well prepared. I highly recommend Cornel's Plumbing!

Paid $1,000+Great priceInstallationToilet installationFaucet installation
Carmen3 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. · 11 months ago★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $200–300Reasonable priceFaucet installationService not listed

Price

$730+57% 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 28%Reasonable 60%Overpriced 3%Not sure 9%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Water heater installation125$1.2k–$2.5k
Plumbing pipe repair92$322–$1.2k
HVAC system maintenance76$26–$239
Toilet repair67$209–$593
Plumbing leak detection60$114–$633
A/C system maintenance46$27–$480
Drain cleaning36$148–$502
Plumbing leak repair35$264–$968

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