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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 installation

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.19
★ 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.$415–$1.9k
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 83/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “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.#8 / 24
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 19 Google reviews tagged “Installation”

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
Zac4 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★★★★★

Jake came by on time and was extremely efficient. Also an extremely nice guy

Great priceInstallationPlumbing pipe repair
Beth1 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Travis & Rafael were very prompt & professional & very personable. Travis helped with the thermostat functioning & gave me a full explanation of everything with the installation.

Reasonable priceInstallation
Gary10 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★★★★★

Both Jake and David were very knowledgeable in all aspects of their professional plumbing duties. Would highly recommend Cornell’s Plumbing for all your plumbing needs. Reasonably priced as well 👍👍

Paid $500–600Reasonable priceDrain cleaningInstallationPlumbing pipe repair
KristinLocal Guide · 25 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 had the pleasure of having Adrian A. as our technician to service our home today. He was extremely thorough and explained each step of installing the new waterline for us. We were so pleased with the work he performed and the high level of customer service that we received from him. We will be recommending him to all of our neighbors!

Installation
John4 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 arrived on time for our appointment and begin the installation and did not stop until the furnace was installed. I would not hesitate to recommend Ed or his company for any purchase or installation of HVAC equipment.

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceInstallation
Marianne10 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 8 months ago★★★★★

Samuel and Venamin worked for 12 hours installing our new gas furnace, heat pump and thermostat. They were respectful of our home and when finished everything was cleaned up. They showed us each piece of equipment we purchased, items we needed to be aware of, and asked if we had any questions and answered all of…

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceInstallationPlumbing pipe repairHeating system 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
DanielLocal Guide · 39 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★★★★★

John, with the help of his apprentice, did an excellent job putting in a new shower pan and valve for me today. They definitely met the extremely high standards that I have come to expect from 20+ years of having Cornel do my plumbing jobs as a general contractor. Fantastic service, clean up, and professionalism.…

Paid $1,000+Great priceToilet repairWater heater installationShower installation
Stephen5 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’d never hired Cornel’s prior to the unfortunate events that unfolded in early October: a different contractor severed our water supply line, triggering gushing and puddling water, a frantic and chaotic search for the street shut-off valve (which was buried in dirt), and then a hasty Google search for local…

Paid $1,000+Reasonable pricePlumbing leak detectionInstallation
miaLocal Guide · 12 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★★★★★

We've had a leaky toilet, a backed up laundry drain/tub and finally just said do a complete re-pipe/redrain for a 42 yr old home. Here is report card- Office Staff: Amazing Owner: Amazing Re-drain crew: Amazing Customer Service: Amazing Pricing: Competitive and Reasonable (Never scary) Scheduling: Super fast (sign…

Paid $1,000+Great priceInstallationPlumbing pipe repairFaucet repair
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
Justin9 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★★★★★

Cornels is fantastic, they have done multiple jobs at my home including plumbing and installing a new AC/Heat combo. Joe is an amazing, friendly plumber! He fit right in with the family, was great to our pets and completed the job promptly. Ask for Joe if you can!

Paid $400–500Great priceInstallationHeating system maintenanceSewer repair
Brad3 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★★★★★

Ed and Jace just finished installing a new furnace, heat pump and air conditioning unit for us. They were super professional and great to work with. Very nice guys and were very informative and worked hard. Thank you!

Paid $1,000+Great priceInstallationHeating system installationInstall thermostat
David12 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★★★★★

Joe and Brenden were prompt, professional, and really went the extra mile for me with the plumbing repairs that I needed. Highly recommended.

Great priceInstallationPlumbing pipe repair
David3 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★★★★★

Cornel's replaced our old, galvanized pipes in our basement and utility room; installed a new, larger water service; and replaced the old cast iron waste line. They were very helpful and professional and did an excellent job. Their licensed plumber, John, and his assistant Josh were polite and responsive,…

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceDrain cleaningPlumbing leak detectionInstallation
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
Trish2 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★★★★★

Cornel repiped our entire home. Ernest, John and James were professional, knowledgeable and respectful of our house and specific needs. Highly recommend Cornel plumbing!

Paid $1,000+Reasonable priceInstallation
Michael3 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★★★★★

Great overall experience! We replaced our 20+ year old HVAC with a new system they recommended. We had multiple phone calls and a home walk-through before deciding on what would be the best option, and they were very patient and thorough answering all of our questions to ensure we chose the right solution for our…

Reasonable priceInstallationHeating system installationInstall AC

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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