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The 15 plumbers serving Woodburn, ranked.

We read 194 reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB for the 39 plumbers serving Woodburn — including the one-star reviews other directories bury — and ranked them the way we'd rank them for a friend. 21 of the 39 list 24/7 hours — but "open 24 hours" on a Google profile and "answered at 2 a.m." in a customer review are not the same claim, and we quote the reviews that tell you which is which. Rankings are not for sale.

Woodburn's problem isn't finding a plumber; it's telling them apart — the median rating here is 4.9, and when everyone has five stars, the stars stop helping. 21 of these companies carry 100+ reviews — enough history for real patterns to show. The patterns differ more than the ratings do: 16 of the 39 have a repeated complaint pattern in their reviews — quotes that grew mid-job, unreturned callbacks — flagged and quoted on their cards below. One number worth knowing: Roth Home alone carries 11,729 Google reviews — the deepest review base in this radius. Across the reviews we analyzed, the work named most often is drain clearing and water heaters.

Updated Jul 11, 202620-mile radius of downtown WoodburnHow we rank
How we rank — the 60-second version

What we read: for each plumber, up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB — the full text, not just the stars. For this page: 75 reviews across 15 businesses.

What moves a plumber up: repeated, independent evidence of showing up when promised, fair and upfront pricing, and work that holds. One glowing review counts for little; twenty that agree count for a lot.

What moves a plumber down: repeated complaint patterns — surprise fees, missed appointments, pressure sales — especially when they show up on more than one platform.

What never moves the ranking: money. One clearly labeled sponsored slot may appear above this list; it never changes the order below it.

Our take on each plumber is our opinion, grounded in the reviews we quote on this page. Full methodology ↓

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Our top picks

Consistent evidence of showing up, honest pricing, and work that lasts
4.8 (5,882 Google reviews) 13.0 mi from downtown WoodburnNot a 24/7 shop

Wolfer's Home Services draws 5,882 Google reviews at 4.8★ with all 5 analyzed reviews at 5★; service breadth spans plumbing, electrical, and HVAC but only 5 reviews analyzed — thin sample for a large operation.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed5,882 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 5,882 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-day plumbing response cited directly: tech arrived and fixed sink leak 'within very little time' on 2 separate visits for same customer (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Estimators arrive same day for HVAC quotes; installer crew showed up next business day — compressed 2-step sales-to-install cycle noted in 1 of 5 reviews (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • themeCounts.workmanship=3; technicians document issues with photos/video before recommending replacements (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Only 5 of 5,882 reviews analyzed — sample too thin to detect pricing or scheduling patterns; signals.totalReviewsAnalyzed=5 (1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I recently had a leak under my sink that caused damage. I had no idea how to fix this and called for help from Wolfer's. Within very little time, Joel here with a great attitude and was able to fix the plumbing quickly! He even taught me what the problem was …
Sam Berrett · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 5,882 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Sky Heating, AC, Plumbing & Electrical

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (3,467 Google reviews) 16.7 mi from downtown Woodburn

Sky Heating, AC, Plumbing & Electrical carries 4.9★ across 3,467 reviews; in 5 analyzed reviews all are 5★ with same-day scheduling, competitive pricing, and $220 water heater repair cited directly.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed3,467 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 3,467 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-day system replacement scheduling: HVAC specialist arrived same day as technician diagnosis; installers on-site next business day — compressed turnaround in 1 of 5 reviews (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Water heater repair billed at $220 with no waiting — reviewer waited 2 days and called it 'well worth it'; pricing cited as superior to competitors in a separate review (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • themeCounts.professional=3, workmanship=2; technicians use photos to document and explain findings (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Water heater fix required a 2-day wait despite urgent request — not suitable if same-day hot water restoration is critical (1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I cannot say enough good things about this company and my review is long overdue. In the fall of 2025 I had a mini split and water heater installed by them. There were a couple issues with my mini split and they were always very quick to help me with …
Haley Riggs-Gilman · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 3,467 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

4.9 (2,761 Google reviews) 17.5 mi from downtown WoodburnNot a 24/7 shop

4.9★ across 2,761 reviews; all 5 analyzed are 5-star with reviewConsistency=1.0. Crew of 8 technicians completed a full plumbing overhaul with no hidden charges; water heater installed within days with financing offered.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed2,761 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 2,761 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • fast_response=2 in 5 analyzed; new water heater and insulated pipes installed within days of initial call, including weekend scheduling. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Large crew jobs completed on time with no hidden charges; team of 8 explained everything before, during, and after — including Peter leading the crew. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Backed warranty: water heater failed at electrical connection within days of install; they returned same day and fixed it at no cost. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Pricing runs higher than average per 2 of 5 analyzed reviews; one reviewer describes it as expensive on first look though quality justified it. (2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
A big thanks to all the guys at Evergreen. First of all, each person was very nice & friendly. They were very conscious of keeping our house clean inside as they worked. Clean up after as well. Showed up on time. Worked their butts off and workmanship was …
doug schoonmaker · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 2,761 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,766 Google reviews) 12.4 mi from downtown Woodburn

Arrives within an hour for emergencies and handles water damage follow-up professionally, with fair pricing and a 6-month guarantee on work.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,766 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,766 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptional emergency response: 2 of 5 reviews highlight same-day or within-the-hour arrival on weekends/evenings (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Proactive water damage assessment and remediation: 2 reviews describe crew returning to inspect hidden damage and coordinate repairs (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Strong communication throughout service: 3 reviews praise technicians for explaining the process and providing transparent quotes before work (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Roto-Rooter exceeded our expectations in every way! We had been trying to resolve our plumbing issue for about 5 hours on a Saturday when we called them and they were out within the hour. They were professional and informative and overall refreshing to work …
Morgan Morgan · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 1,766 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Alchemy Plumbing & Drain Cleaning

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (950 Google reviews) 17.9 mi from downtown Woodburn

Same-day emergency response with meticulous workmanship, but expect to pay premium pricing for the quality.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed950 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 950 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptional same-day responsiveness: reviewer called during off-hours (3am) and Brody arrived same day with partner (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • 5 of 5 reviews praise workmanship quality, with specific mentions of immaculate cleanup, attention to detail, and proactive problem-spotting (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Consistent communication throughout job lifecycle from scheduling to completion (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Pricing fairness scored 80/100 (lowest of all dimensions); 2 reviews acknowledge high cost with language like 'worth every penny' and 'not cheap' suggesting premium rates despite satisfaction (2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Josh was really great and friendly and so was his apprentice. They both had an attitude of wanting to be there and execute the job well. Their floor protection and cleanup was immaculate and the plumbing work was very clean. I was left with no questions or …
Ivan Redding · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 950 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Salem, OR

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (866 Google reviews) 17.3 mi from downtown Woodburn

Dispatches technicians within 15-30 minutes and completes jobs same-day, making them a strong choice for 2am emergencies.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed866 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 866 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptionally fast response times: 4 of 5 reviews specifically praise arrival within 15-30 minutes or same-day completion (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Clear upfront pricing and transparent communication: 2 reviews highlight detailed cost explanations before work begins (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Quality workmanship: 3 of 5 reviews describe jobs as 'excellent,' 'amazing,' or producing results that 'look and work great' (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Incomplete follow-up on warranty/callbacks: 1 review reports a lingering leak issue with delayed response on promised return visit (1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I have been without water in my kitchen for 5 days due to a broken garbage disposal. I am disabled so I couldn't "just wash your dishes in the bathtub". Someone tried to help by installing the wrong machine in the wrong way so it also broke so I couldn't get …
Laura Mills · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 866 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

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Cornel's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (728 Google reviews) 19.8 mi from downtown Woodburn

Perfect 5-star track record across 728 Google reviews with consistent praise for professional installation teams, fair pricing, and thorough communication—strong choice for HVAC work, though limited emergency plumbing data.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed728 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 728 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • All 5 reviews praise politeness, professionalism, and friendly demeanor of technicians and sales staff (cited in 5 of 5 reviews)
  • 4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention fair or transparent pricing with no surprise costs (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • 5 of 5 reviews highlight quality of workmanship and meticulous attention to detail, including teaching customers how to use new systems (cited in 5 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Absolutely fantastic service from beginning to end ! We replaced our 23 year old Central Air unit and furnace. AC died two summers ago and I refused to do a third summer with portables. Nobody really wants to spend this kind of money, so it was important to …
Kelly Reagan · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 728 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

5.0 (521 Google reviews) 12.8 mi from downtown WoodburnNot a 24/7 shop

Fast emergency response with thorough workmanship, but expect to pay premium pricing—one reviewer found similar work done elsewhere for half the cost.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed521 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 521 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptional emergency responsiveness: called at time of crisis and accommodated quickly (5/5 review) (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Meticulous attention to detail: technician went into crawlspace multiple times to verify work accuracy, earning customer confidence (5/5 review) (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Trusted by contractors: general contractor after trying 3 other plumbers reports Brass Monkey 'always pulls through' and 'makes me look good' (5/5 review) (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Pricing runs significantly high: one reviewer noted 'similar work done in the past for half the price,' though they acknowledged the upfront quote was transparent (4/5 review) (1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
The technician Chris, was down to earth and very easy to deal with. His work was done quickly and professionally. The only reason things not a 5 star review is becouse of the price of the work. I have had similar work done in the past for half the price. With …
dewayne coleman · ★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 521 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Henco Plumbing Services

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (472 Google reviews) 18.0 mi from downtown Woodburn

Dispatches experienced technicians within an hour and solves problems without unnecessary upsells—Jesse and Tim saved customers money by diagnosing root causes instead of recommending replacements.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed472 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 472 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Fast emergency response: multiple reviewers highlight same-day or within-hour arrival times, with one technician (Cody) arriving within an hour of estimate request (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Honest diagnostics that save money: 2 of 5 reviews explicitly praise technicians for identifying true root causes rather than recommending unnecessary replacements (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Quality workmanship with minimal damage: technician replaced corroded shut-off valves without cutting into walls, and completed complex water heater replacement (removal, transport, reinstall) in 4.5 hours (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Our waterheater pilot had issues so we had Wolfers come out and they suggested we get a new waterheater a d the would install it. They wanted too much money so we bought a new water heater and brought it home. We scheduled this install and when Jesse came out …
Pedro Martinez · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 472 reviews · newest from May 2026

5.0 (300 Google reviews) 11.5 mi from downtown WoodburnNot a 24/7 shop

Frankie's crew shows up fast for emergency calls, explains work clearly, and won't overcharge you—even waiving callbacks for customers in hardship.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed300 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 300 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • 5 of 5 reviewers praise rapid response and quick diagnosis/repair, including emergency situations like burst pipes and sewage ejector failures (cited in 5 of 5 reviews)
  • 4 of 5 reviewers highlight clear communication and detailed explanations of work before and after repair (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Honest pricing mentioned explicitly by 2 reviewers as rare in the market; one review notes manager Frankie waived a service callback for a retired customer on limited income (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Frankie and his team did a wonderful job! Very professional and straightforward. They got high end tools and explain every detail of the job. Very responsive for a quick repair. Thank you!
Joel & Sarah Bletscher · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 300 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,024 Google reviews) 16.7 mi from downtown Woodburn

Excellent craftsmanship and emergency response when you get the right tech, but pricing can be shockingly high and lacks transparency—call with quotes in hand.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,024 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,024 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Aggressive pricing tactics: employee allegedly quoted inflated price and laughed at customer's budget concerns, claiming no competitor would charge less (1 of 5 reviews)
  • No phone quote policy creates pressure situation: company insists on in-person quotes only, forcing 2-hour wait before customers see pricing (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Severe pricing disparity: one customer quoted $550 for tub drain unclog, another plumber quoted $150 for same service; company refuses phone quotes (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Fast emergency response: responded to 2:30am online request with technician on-site by 9:00am same day (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • High-quality workmanship: 3 of 5 reviewers specifically praised thoroughness, attention to detail, and explanation of work (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Individual technicians receive strong praise: Paisiy, Jake, and Justin all highlighted for professionalism and trustworthiness (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
First of all, the response time by Roto-Rooter has got to be impossible to beat. I put in an online request at 2:30am this morning, and Paisiy was at our home at 9:00am ready to work. Very helpful, very respectful of our space, and got a fairly large project …
Max Bailey · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
When the tech showed up he had to fix his tools on our drive way that took 1 hr he had to untangle his snake in my driveway, then put it back together. 2 hrs later I got my drain fix. But my driveway and my walk though and back porch has rust all over …
Drew · · Google · Feb 2026

We read 5 of 1,024 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Newberg

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (415 Google reviews) 13.6 mi from downtown Woodburn

4.8★ across 415 Google reviews with 5 analyzed; Flannery handled sewer blockage in 18 hours with no urgency upcharge; water heater replaced within hours of Saturday morning call; same-day dispatch confirmed independently.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed415 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 415 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Water heater replaced same day on a Saturday morning within hours of first call (7VbxJ4A016CmCuJKjcnh) (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • No urgency upcharge for 18-hour sewer blockage dispatch; quoted cost honored at completion (tYkzEhCsSHt2LihaCr8b, sRqIpECOk7bG7YOuuLzy) (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • fast_response=3 across only 5 reviews; technician Flannery identified problem immediately and offered proactive advice to prevent recurrence (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Easy to contact and reserve on their schedule, came out next morning on time and gave us a quote up front, they stuck to the quoted cost and took care replacing a water heater that was installed in a hard to reach space. Nice work.
Kelly Dundas · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 415 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore
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Roth Home

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (11,729 Google reviews) 9.9 mi from downtown Woodburn

Technicians prioritize customer interests over upsells and deliver same-day emergency repairs with transparent pricing.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed11,729 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 11,729 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Honest diagnosis and customer-first recommendations: 3 reviews show technicians advising against unnecessary work or explaining true costs rather than overselling (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Same-day emergency response: At least 1 reviewer confirmed repairs completed same day so family member could return home (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Transparent pricing with no surprises: 2 reviews explicitly mention clear quotes upfront and final bills matching expectations (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Chris Reeves from Roth Home came to perform a hot water heater flush, and I was extremely impressed with his professionalism, honesty, and expertise. After inspecting my water heater, Chris determined that it was 12 years old and explained that flushing it …
Amy Bingham · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 11,729 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (586 Google reviews) 16.6 mi from downtown Woodburn

Excellent workmanship and fair pricing, but dangerously unreliable during actual emergencies—cancelled on a customer mid-sewer backup after 2 hours of false promises.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed586 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 586 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Critical reliability failure during actual emergency: cancelled on customer mid-sewer backup after promising 45-minute arrival then disappearing for 2 hours, leaving sewage actively flooding the house (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • No after-hours or weekend surcharges despite late-night/Sunday emergency calls (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Technicians go significantly above and beyond on jobs: one stayed 3 hours past shift end to clear pipes, another waived charges entirely for an after-hours visit (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Clear communication during work—4 of 5 reviews explicitly praise technicians for explaining the issue and process step-by-step (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
So grateful! Brett, from Vancouver WA, went to my older dad's place after hours to check on his plugged toilet. Apparently, it was working by then but he augered (sp?) it and insisted on not charging anything. This is totally special and greatly appreciate …
Ruth L · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2026
The most critical take we found
As you’ll see on my profile, I just about always leave 5 star reviews because I believe in not just shredding businesses because they have the occasional mess up, but this one I cannot believe. We had an active and PROFOUND SEWER BACKUP in our house and …
Talia Bootz · · Google · Jun 2026

We read 5 of 586 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

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A-1 Plumbing Inc

We'd call someone else first
4.5 (419 Google reviews) 17.6 mi from downtown WoodburnNot a 24/7 shop

Fast emergency response and skilled work when jobs go smoothly, but hidden fees and aggressive billing disputes create serious risk on service calls.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed419 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 419 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Pattern of surprise charges and fee disputes: 3 of 5 reviews mention unexpected, undisclosed, or contested billing ($410 crawlspace fee, $800 unfinished drain work, $362 warranty diagnostic fee) (3 of 5 reviews)
  • Hostile customer relations when disputes arise: owner/staff dismissive during conflict, blamed customer for miscommunication, made unfriendly warranty dispute call, complained about customer's request despite prior company policy (2 of 5 reviews)
  • Work quality concerns: at least one review reports service not completed despite charging full price ($800 for drain cleaning 'they didn't even finish') (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional emergency responsiveness: called at 8am, both jobs completed same day before 11am (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Strong workmanship and problem-solving when engaged properly: reviewers praise knowledge, creativity, detail, and professional demeanor (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • High Google rating (4.5/5 from 419 reviews) suggests positive experiences for majority of customers
What reviewers praise
Replaced water heater and a hose bib. Called at 8am, both jobs completed same day before 11am. Couldn't be happier with the work, very professional and friendly. The the best part was it felt like they were trying to fix my issues the way I wanted and it …
David Wilso · ★★★★★ · Google · Sep 2025
The most critical take we found
They suck . Charge a single mother for cleaning a drain out that they didn’t even finish they didn’t do one thing and then we’re charged $800. We’ll see him in court.
Bob Tindall · · Google · Nov 2025

We read 5 of 419 reviews · newest from Nov 2025

Also serving Woodburn — not enough reviews to rank

We don't rank a plumber until we've read enough reviews to have an opinion. Ratings below are Google's, not ours.

Principled Plumbing LLC 5.0 (161 Google reviews) · Woodburn · 19.3 mi Call
ISO Plumbing & Mechanical 4.9 (157 Google reviews) · Salem · 17.4 mi Call
7 Pines Plumbing 4.7 (153 Google reviews) · Newberg · 15.6 mi Call
Proline Plumbing and Sewer 4.9 (151 Google reviews) · Woodburn · 17.6 mi Call
Platinum Plumbing Solutions LLC 5.0 (109 Google reviews) · Salem · 9.4 mi Call
Oregon Plumbing 4.9 (83 Google reviews) · Beaverton · 13.6 mi Call
Willamette Valley Sewer and Drain LLC 5.0 (82 Google reviews) · Salem · 10.1 mi Call
Hillside Plumbing, LLC 5.0 (82 Google reviews) · Salem · 19.5 mi Call
NW Sewer & drain 4.8 (45 Google reviews) · Salem · 15.5 mi Call
B. Ayres Plumbing & Contracting 4.1 (44 Google reviews) · Canby · 11.3 mi Call
Venne Plumbing 4.9 (36 Google reviews) · Tualatin · 14.5 mi Call
Brentwell Plumbing 5.0 (29 Google reviews) · Canby · 13.0 mi Call
Top Tier Plumbing LLC 5.0 (28 Google reviews) · Salem · 12.1 mi Call
South Clackamas Plumbing 4.7 (27 Google reviews) · Canby · 13.1 mi Call
Duck Plumbing 4.8 (26 Google reviews) · Woodburn · 5.0 mi Call
Einstein Pros Plumbing Salem Oregon 5.0 (24 Google reviews) · Salem · 16.1 mi Call
Titan Plumbing 4.5 (18 Google reviews) · Newberg · 12.0 mi Call
On The Way Plumbing 5.0 (16 Google reviews) · Beaverton · 17.8 mi Call
No Leaks Plumbing LLC 5.0 (15 Google reviews) · Woodburn · 13.6 mi Call
Yore Place! Plumbing LLC 4.4 (14 Google reviews) · Newberg · 12.1 mi Call
Hydro Plumbing 5.0 (142 Google reviews) · Beaverton · 19.0 mi Call
Oregon Plumbing and Pump 5.0 (9 Google reviews) · Canby · 13.7 mi Call
Best Tualatin Plumbers 3.5 (8 Google reviews) · Tualatin · 17.2 mi Call
Newberg Plumbing Services 3.0 (4 Google reviews) · Newberg · 11.9 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in Woodburn

The repeated complaint patterns our read surfaced, business by business — each links to the card where the supporting quotes live. How we find these →

  • Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water CleanupAggressive pricing tactics: employee allegedly quoted inflated price and laughed at customer's budget concerns, claiming no competitor would charge less
  • Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water CleanupNo phone quote policy creates pressure situation: company insists on in-person quotes only, forcing 2-hour wait before customers see pricing
  • Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water CleanupCritical reliability failure during actual emergency: cancelled on customer mid-sewer backup after promising 45-minute arrival then disappearing for 2 hours, leaving sewage actively flooding the house
  • A-1 Plumbing IncPattern of surprise charges and fee disputes: 3 of 5 reviews mention unexpected, undisclosed, or contested billing ($410 crawlspace fee, $800 unfinished drain work, $362 warranty diagnostic fee)
  • A-1 Plumbing IncHostile customer relations when disputes arise: owner/staff dismissive during conflict, blamed customer for miscommunication, made unfriendly warranty dispute call, complained about customer's request despite prior company policy
  • A-1 Plumbing IncWork quality concerns: at least one review reports service not completed despite charging full price ($800 for drain cleaning 'they didn't even finish')
  • Wolfer’s Home ServicesOnly 5 of 5,882 reviews analyzed — sample too thin to detect pricing or scheduling patterns; signals.totalReviewsAnalyzed=5
  • Sky Heating, AC, Plumbing & ElectricalWater heater fix required a 2-day wait despite urgent request — not suitable if same-day hot water restoration is critical

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Woodburn we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 75 reviews across 15 businesses.
  2. Patterns beat anecdotes. A plumber moves up when independent reviewers keep describing the same behavior: showing up when promised, quoting before working, work that holds. One rave changes nothing.
  3. Complaints count double when they repeat.Surprise fees, missed appointments, pressure sales — when the same complaint appears across reviewers (or across platforms), it caps how high we'll rank a business regardless of its star average.
  4. Money never moves the ranking.A plumber can buy the clearly-labeled sponsored slot at the top of the page — visibility, not endorsement. A business we wouldn't recommend can't buy the slot at all, and no payment changes the ranked order.
  5. Our take is our opinion.It's grounded in the reviews we quote and count on this page — check our evidence and disagree with us if you like. That's the point of showing it.
Every quotation on this page is reproduced verbatimfrom a publicly posted review and attributed to its author, star rating, platform and date. Star averages and review counts are Google's (or Yelp's) as of our last data pull. “Rating mix” charts describe only the set of reviews we analyzed, which we state on every card. Read the full policy — including what we do not do — on our methodology page.

Areas served

The plumbers on this page also serve Dayton, Dundee, Gervais, Hubbard, Lafayette, Mount Angel, Saint Benedict, Saint Paul — this Woodburn guide covers those areas.

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