When a plumber arrives at a Hillsboro home or commercial property, the first thing that happens is a look at the actual problem, not a sales pitch. The plumber asks what you have noticed, checks the affected fixture or pipe, and explains what the repair involves before any work begins. You get the price on that same call, confirmed before anything is scheduled. AC Services and Plumbing handles the full range of plumbing work for Hillsboro properties, from a single dripping faucet to a whole-house repipe, and same-day service is often available when the situation will not wait.
Hillsboro is a city with a wide mix of property types. Older homes carry original supply lines that have never been touched. Newer construction has its own set of installation and warranty questions. Apartment buildings and commercial spaces run on tighter timelines when something goes wrong. We work across all of it, and the approach is the same regardless of the property: find the problem, explain the fix, get it done.
The price for a plumbing job in Hillsboro is shaped by what the fault turns out to be and what has to come apart to reach it. A slow drain that clears with a snake is a different scope from a drain that has collapsed and needs a section replaced. A faucet that needs a new cartridge is a different job from one where the shutoff valve behind it has seized and needs to come out first. We explain what we find before adding anything to the scope, so the price you hear on the call reflects the work as it actually stands.
Calls are answered here, and the job gets booked properly. When you call for a quote, we ask about the situation, confirm the price, and tell you what it covers. No-pressure estimates, priced up front, mean you are not guessing at the cost before anyone arrives. If the job opens up and something additional needs to be addressed, that is explained and agreed before any extra work begins.
Not every plumbing call in Hillsboro looks the same, and the work that follows depends on the situation. A repair on a fixture that has been failing slowly is a different visit from an emergency that has already caused water damage. A planned installation on a renovation project is different again. Understanding which kind of call you are making helps set the right expectations from the start.
Before a small leak turns into water damage, it helps to know what you are dealing with. Some faults are visible right away. Others, like a slab leak or a pinhole in a supply line inside a wall, take diagnostic work before the repair can even be scoped. We locate hidden leaks using detection methods that limit how much of the wall or floor needs to come apart, and we walk you through what we find before any repair begins. Shutoff valve replacement, faucet and sink repair, and pressure issues throughout the house all fall into this category too.
Some jobs are not really about fixing a fault. They are about replacing something that has reached the end of its useful life or upgrading something that no longer fits the property's needs. Water heater replacement, toilet replacement, fixture upgrades, and whole-house repiping all fall here. These are jobs where the scope is clearer from the start, the price is confirmed before scheduling, and the work is planned rather than reactive. For Hillsboro properties with older galvanized supply lines, a repipe in copper or PEX is often the more practical answer to recurring leaks rather than patching failures one at a time.
A sewer backup, a broken water line, or a water heater that has stopped working entirely are situations where waiting makes the damage worse. We are available every day from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and same-day appointments are often available for urgent calls. The process is the same as any other visit: the price is explained before work begins, and nothing is added to the scope without your agreement. The service page carries the full breakdown of what each job type involves.
Quick to arrive. Careful with your home. Clean when we leave.
Same-day service is often available in Hillsboro, and for urgent problems we work to get a plumber to you as quickly as the schedule allows. When you call, we confirm what is available and give you a clear window before anyone is dispatched. You are told who is coming and what to expect before the visit.
For rental properties and commercial spaces that need to stay operational, we work around the situation. A landlord managing a tenant's call gets the same clear communication as a homeowner calling about their own kitchen. A business that cannot shut down a bathroom for half a day gets a realistic picture of what the work involves and how long it takes before anything is booked. We treat your home and its pipes the way we would our own, and that holds for every property type we service.
The hardest part of a plumbing problem is knowing when to call, and the answer is usually sooner than you think. Give us a call and we will take it from there.
The short answer is that it depends on what is already there. A washing machine going back into an existing hookup with supply lines and a drain in good condition is a simpler job than one where the shutoff valves have not been touched in fifteen years and the drain standpipe is the wrong height. A dishwasher installation involves a hot water supply connection, a drain line to the disposal or sink drain, and a shutoff valve that needs to be in working order. When those components are aging or were never installed correctly in the first place, the appliance connection becomes a plumbing job whether or not it was planned that way.
Getting the connection right matters because a slow leak at a washing machine supply line or a dishwasher drain that was never properly secured can go unnoticed for months and cause significant water damage. We handle appliance connections as part of the broader plumbing work we do in Hillsboro, and we check the surrounding supply lines and valves at the same time so the installation holds up.
A shower that runs too hot, will not hold temperature, or drips after the handle is turned off usually points to a failing cartridge or a worn mixer valve. We diagnose which component is the problem, source the right replacement, and handle the repair without opening more of the wall than necessary. In older Hillsboro homes where the original valve body is still in place, we assess whether the cartridge is the right fix or whether the valve itself needs to come out.
A drain snake breaks up or pulls out a clog near the drain or partway into the line. Hydro jetting uses pressurized water to clear the full interior of the pipe, including grease buildup, scale, and debris that accumulates over years of use. For Hillsboro properties with recurring drain problems or a sewer line that has not been serviced in a long time, hydro jetting addresses the root cause rather than clearing the same blockage again in six months.
No hot water stops a household or a business. We diagnose heating element failures, thermostat problems, and sediment buildup in tank units, and we handle tankless water heater repair and installation as well. For properties in the region where energy use is a real concern, a tankless unit sized correctly for the household's demand is worth considering when a tank unit reaches the end of its life. We assess the existing gas or water line setup before recommending a unit, and the full installation is handled in a single visit.
A rocking toilet, a wax seal that has failed, or a unit that runs constantly are all situations that need attention before they become a water damage problem. We replace and reseat toilets, handle the supply line and shutoff valve at the same time if they are in poor condition, and confirm the seal is solid before the visit is closed out.
Hard freezes are uncommon in this region, but when temperatures do drop far enough to affect an exposed or poorly insulated pipe, the damage can be significant. We handle thawing and repair when it is needed, and we assess the affected section to check for cracks before the water is turned back on.
As covered above, an appliance connection that looks straightforward can involve shutoff valves, supply lines, and drain configurations that need attention before the appliance goes in. We handle the full connection, check the surrounding plumbing, and leave the installation in a condition that will hold up.
We pull the permit. We plumb it to code. We stand behind it.
Before booking anything, the drain and pipe page is worth a read.
We cover Hillsboro and the communities around it throughout Washington County. If your property is in Rockcreek, Aloha, Oak Hills, Bethany, or Cornelius, we can get a plumber to you. Same-day availability applies across this coverage area, not just within the city limits.
For property managers and landlords handling multiple addresses across the area, we work across all of them. A call about a rental in Aloha gets the same response as a call about a commercial space in Hillsboro. We confirm coverage for your address on the call, and we do not charge differently based on where in the service area the property sits.
The Pacific West Coast region sits in a seismically active zone, and an automatic gas shutoff valve is a practical safeguard for any home with a natural gas connection. The valve mounts on the gas line at the meter and closes automatically when it detects seismic movement above a set threshold, stopping gas flow before a disruption to the line becomes a larger problem. Installation is a single visit, does not require changes to the rest of the gas system, and is handled by licensed plumbers who confirm the valve is positioned and functioning correctly before the job is closed out.
Someone with authority to make decisions about the work needs to be reachable during the visit, even if they are not physically on site. For a rental, that is typically the landlord or property manager. If access to the unit is being arranged through a tenant, we confirm the logistics in advance so there are no delays on the day.
Yes. We are open every day from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, including weekends. A drain backup that happens on a Saturday gets the same response as one that happens on a Tuesday.
Often yes. When two properties are close together, scheduling them on the same day is usually straightforward. Call us with both addresses and we will work out the most efficient arrangement.
Yes, though it is a more involved project than a standard repair. Moving a bathroom requires extending or rerouting drain, supply, and vent lines to the new location, and it typically requires a permit. We scope that kind of project carefully and walk you through what is involved before any work begins.
Clearing out cleaning supplies, bins, and stored items from under the sink before we arrive saves time and gives the plumber room to work without delay. It is one of the most useful things you can do to help the visit go efficiently.
We can work with customer-supplied parts in many cases, and the right answer depends on what the part is and whether it is appropriate for the job. Call us and describe what you have. We will tell you honestly whether it works for the repair or whether we would recommend a different approach.
Yes, and it is worth having it looked at. Work done outside of code standards sometimes creates problems that are not obvious until a fixture fails or a leak develops. We assess the existing installation, tell you what we find, and recommend what needs to be corrected.
It is a good idea to keep pets out of the work area. An open drain or an active repair creates an environment where a curious animal can get in the way or be startled. Keeping them in another room for the duration of the visit makes the job go more smoothly for everyone.
We cover Hillsboro and the surrounding communities, including Aloha, Cornelius, Rockcreek, Oak Hills, and Bethany. Sewer line service, including clearing, camera inspection, and trenchless repair where it applies, is available across the full coverage area. Coverage for your specific address is confirmed when you call.
We are available every day from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. If a tenant reports a problem during those hours, call (360) 492-4454 and describe the situation. We will advise on whether it needs same-day attention or can be scheduled for the next available slot, and we will confirm what access arrangements are needed before anyone is dispatched. For situations where water is actively running or a drain is fully backed up, we treat those as urgent and work to get someone out the same day.
AC Services and Plumbing is available every day from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM for plumbing repair, installation, and urgent calls across Hillsboro and Washington County. Whether the problem is a backed-up sewer line, a water heater that has given out, or a fixture that has been dripping for longer than it should, the call starts the same way: you describe what is going on, we give you a clear price, and we get someone out.
Call this morning. Get a straight answer today. That is how we work.
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We also serve nearby: Bethany, Beaverton, Tigard, Lake Oswego, Hazel Dell. Have a look at our coverage list.
Below is a quick look at the plumbing work we handle every day across Hillsboro and Washington County. Each service is performed by licensed plumbers who show up prepared, explain the work before anything is scheduled, and leave the job clean. Call (360) 492-4454 to get a price and confirm availability for your address.
| Type of Job | What's Included | Typical Situations | Good to Know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water-Saving Fixture Upgrades |
| Homeowners and landlords looking to reduce water bills without sacrificing performance | Fixture upgrades across multiple rental units add up to real savings. Installation and cleanup are handled in one visit. |
| Water Pressure & Shutoff Valve Repair |
| Whole-house low pressure or shutoff valves that no longer operate correctly | A pressure-regulating valve replacement is a straightforward fix that makes a noticeable difference in how the whole system performs. |
| Sewer & Main Line Service |
| Slow drains throughout the house or a sewage backup affecting multiple fixtures | We work from the house out to the city connection. Camera inspection is used to confirm the cause before repair is scoped. |
| Tankless Water Heater Installation |
| Homeowners replacing an aging tank unit or looking to reduce energy use | We assess your existing gas line or electrical setup and confirm the right unit size before anything is scheduled. |
| Pressure-Regulating Valve Installation |
| Homes with high incoming water pressure that is stressing fixtures and supply lines | High water pressure shortens the life of fixtures, water heaters, and supply lines. A PRV installation addresses the root cause. |
| Earthquake Gas Shutoff Valves |
| Any Washington County home with a natural gas connection | The valve closes automatically when it detects significant seismic movement. We explain how it works before we leave. |
| Garbage Disposal Service |
| A disposal that hums but will not spin, leaks at the base, or has stopped working entirely | Most disposal issues are diagnosed and resolved in a single visit. |
| Water Heater Repair & ReplacementMost Popular |
| No hot water, inconsistent temperature, or a unit that is making noise or leaking | No hot water is treated as an urgent call. We confirm the price and scope before scheduling. |
| Hot-Water Recirculation Pumps |
| Homes where hot water takes a long time to reach the fixture | A recirculation pump reduces water waste while improving convenience. We assess the existing system before recommending a setup. |
| Toilet Repair & Installation |
| A toilet that runs, leaks at the base, or needs to be replaced as part of a bathroom update | A running toilet wastes a significant amount of water over time. Most repairs are handled in a single visit. |
| Faucet & Fixture Installation |
| Dripping faucets, fixture upgrades, and bathroom or kitchen remodel plumbing | We handle fixture selection guidance and full installation, including shutoff valve and supply line checks. |
| Emergency Plumbing |
| Any plumbing situation that cannot wait and needs attention the same day | We are available every day from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Same-day service is often available for urgent repairs. |
| Leak Detection & Repair |
| Unexplained water bills, damp walls, or water stains with no obvious source | We locate the source before opening walls or floors, and we walk you through the repair before any work begins. |
| Drain Cleaning & Clog Removal |
| Slow or completely stopped drains in any part of the house | Same-day service is often available. Hydro jetting clears grease and scale that a standard snake cannot reach. |
| Whole-Home Repiping |
| Older homes with galvanized steel supply lines that are corroding or failing at multiple points | We explain honestly whether a patch repair or a full repipe fits your situation before any work is scoped. |
Every plumbing situation is a little different. Call (360) 492-4454 and we will walk you through what applies to yours.
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