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Avatar for J&S Plumbing, Inc.
J&S Plumbing, Inc.
370 Bond St
4.67(
837
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Approved Pro
J&S Plumbing, Inc.
370 Bond St
4.67(
837
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
454 local quotes requested
34 years of experience

Award winning service is just a phone call away! J&S Plumbing is available by phone 24/7/365. You will always speak to a live person to provide excellent service for your plumbing needs. Just dial P L U M B E R (758-6237) from any Chicagoland area code: 312, 630, 708, 773 or 847. NO extra charge for nights, weekends, or holidays. J&S Plumbing is an licensed, bonded and insured plumbing contractor servicing the Chicago-land area since 1991. We provide a professional staff, licensed plumbers, rapid response time, technical skill & superior workmanship. We service a diverse customer base including hotels, hospitals, restaurants, apartment complexes, industrial facilities & property management firms. We also offer a wide variety of services ranging from residential and commercial emergency service plumbing, to full sewer & water service repair & replacement (including hydro jetting). No job is too big or too small. Take a look at our website http://jsplumbing.net for additional company information.

"Very well efficient and pleasant"

Rae Beth E on June 2025

Award winning service is just a phone call away! J&S Plumbing is available by phone 24/7/365. You will always speak to a live person to provide excellent service for your plumbing needs. Just dial P L U M B E R (758-6237) from any Chicagoland area code: 312, 630, 708, 773 or 847. NO extra charge for nights, weekends, or holidays. J&S Plumbing is an licensed, bonded and insured plumbing contractor servicing the Chicago-land area since 1991. We provide a professional staff, licensed plumbers, rapid response time, technical skill & superior workmanship. We service a diverse customer base including hotels, hospitals, restaurants, apartment complexes, industrial facilities & property management firms. We also offer a wide variety of services ranging from residential and commercial emergency service plumbing, to full sewer & water service repair & replacement (including hydro jetting). No job is too big or too small. Take a look at our website http://jsplumbing.net for additional company information.

"Very well efficient and pleasant"

Rae Beth E on June 2025


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Big Wrench Plumbing & Sewer Contractor
Serving
4.66(
50
)
Approved Pro
Big Wrench Plumbing & Sewer Contractor
Serving
4.66(
50
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
41 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

Big Wrench Plumbing & Sewer Contractor, located in South Holland, IL, is the leading plumber serving South Holland, Calumet City, Thornton, Homewood, Harvey, Lansing, Dolton, Flossmoor, Phoenix, Riverdale, Glenwood, Lynwood, Chicago, Munster, Hammond, and surrounding areas since 2008. We specialize in residential and commercial plumbing and sewer services, including sink and faucet installation and repair, preventative maintenance, and more. For reliable and professional plumbing solutions, contact Big Wrench Plumbing & Sewer Contractor today.

"I will definitely go with Big Wrench again for my plumbing needs. Their customer service and professionalism is outstanding. But more importantly, they did an excellent job. I highly recommend them."

Lereatha R on May 2023

Big Wrench Plumbing & Sewer Contractor, located in South Holland, IL, is the leading plumber serving South Holland, Calumet City, Thornton, Homewood, Harvey, Lansing, Dolton, Flossmoor, Phoenix, Riverdale, Glenwood, Lynwood, Chicago, Munster, Hammond, and surrounding areas since 2008. We specialize in residential and commercial plumbing and sewer services, including sink and faucet installation and repair, preventative maintenance, and more. For reliable and professional plumbing solutions, contact Big Wrench Plumbing & Sewer Contractor today.

"I will definitely go with Big Wrench again for my plumbing needs. Their customer service and professionalism is outstanding. But more importantly, they did an excellent job. I highly recommend them."

Lereatha R on May 2023


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All Affordable Plumbing Inc
22099 N Bertha Ln
4.91(
163
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All Affordable Plumbing Inc
22099 N Bertha Ln
4.91(
163
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
373 local quotes requested

Our company has been a family owned and operated business from the beginning. Our business is prepared to handle all kinds of work. From new construction to the smallest service call. We do it all. And as a small family business we take PRIDE in all of our work. Our trained and qualified technicians will bring many years of experience to serve your home the best way possible. Our technicians are always on time. They are polite, and the will do their best to satisfy all of your needs. As a family owned business we take PRIDE in all of our work. We are dedicated to serving our customer's needs, and our goal is 100% customer satisfaction. We strive to bring you quality in every aspect of our job. Check out our website to view more about the services we provide.

"Cornell and Ricardo were excellent to work with my plumbing needs. Very professional and courteous"

Gregory B on May 2025

Our company has been a family owned and operated business from the beginning. Our business is prepared to handle all kinds of work. From new construction to the smallest service call. We do it all. And as a small family business we take PRIDE in all of our work. Our trained and qualified technicians will bring many years of experience to serve your home the best way possible. Our technicians are always on time. They are polite, and the will do their best to satisfy all of your needs. As a family owned business we take PRIDE in all of our work. We are dedicated to serving our customer's needs, and our goal is 100% customer satisfaction. We strive to bring you quality in every aspect of our job. Check out our website to view more about the services we provide.

"Cornell and Ricardo were excellent to work with my plumbing needs. Very professional and courteous"

Gregory B on May 2025


2 Plumbers, Inc.
7604 W Irving Park Rd
4.97(
30
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Approved Pro
2 Plumbers, Inc.
7604 W Irving Park Rd
4.97(
30
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Welcome to 2 Plumbers, Inc.! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each customer! With over 10 years experience, we are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"2 Plumbers did a great job replacing my water heater. The quote I was given was very fair and they moved incredibly to get the job done. I plan on using them again when I need another plumbing job taken care of!"

John P on January 2025

Welcome to 2 Plumbers, Inc.! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each customer! With over 10 years experience, we are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"2 Plumbers did a great job replacing my water heater. The quote I was given was very fair and they moved incredibly to get the job done. I plan on using them again when I need another plumbing job taken care of!"

John P on January 2025


Avatar for Lifeline Plumbing Heating & Cooling
Lifeline Plumbing Heating & Cooling
296 Williams Place
4.65(
2,302
)
Approved Pro
Lifeline Plumbing Heating & Cooling
296 Williams Place
4.65(
2,302
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
545 local quotes requested
14 years of experience

Lifeline Plumbing, Heating and Cooling is the winner of the Super Service Award each year since 2011, when we started our profile on Angies List. If you are looking for professional Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Heating or any type of HVAC services in the greater Chicago-land, area make the call to Lifeline Plumbing, Heating and Cooling! We put our customers first with everything we do. That is why we offer a comprehensive satisfaction guarantee on all the work we do, and on all the products we install. If you would like to speak with one of our experts and get scheduled for service, call us at (847) 468-0069.

"Mike D was very punctual and very professional while he was here. He slipped on booties immediately after he walked in the door and did a great job explaining our current set up and some of the options to improve upon what we had. He was straightforward and honest and had a great attitude throughout the entire visit. Although we ended up not needing their service as we decided to hold off as we may be moving soon, we would have hired them for the quoted work if we decided to go forward with the project."

Matt J on July 2019

Lifeline Plumbing, Heating and Cooling is the winner of the Super Service Award each year since 2011, when we started our profile on Angies List. If you are looking for professional Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Heating or any type of HVAC services in the greater Chicago-land, area make the call to Lifeline Plumbing, Heating and Cooling! We put our customers first with everything we do. That is why we offer a comprehensive satisfaction guarantee on all the work we do, and on all the products we install. If you would like to speak with one of our experts and get scheduled for service, call us at (847) 468-0069.

"Mike D was very punctual and very professional while he was here. He slipped on booties immediately after he walked in the door and did a great job explaining our current set up and some of the options to improve upon what we had. He was straightforward and honest and had a great attitude throughout the entire visit. Although we ended up not needing their service as we decided to hold off as we may be moving soon, we would have hired them for the quoted work if we decided to go forward with the project."

Matt J on July 2019


Avatar for Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
5701 W 73rd St
4.41(
3,061
)
Approved Pro
Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
5701 W 73rd St
4.41(
3,061
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
1560 local quotes requested
54 years of experience

Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning, and Plumbing began as a father-son business operating out of a Chicago garage in 1971. They went from home to home repairing furnaces and air conditioners with the goal of offering their customers honest and competent service. No extra charge for 24 hr emergency service. Additional contacts: Chicago 773-413-1505 & 773-413-1028, South suburbs 708-406-3002, Southwest suburbs 815-306-2471, West suburbs 630-210-3352, North & Northwest 847-201-3222 , Northwest Indiana 219-228-8606, and (866) 444-2404. Additional emails - [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]. Additional fax numbers- 773-284-9484, 847-783-0400. Additional contact names - David Musial. Additional DBAs - Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing, Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., Four Seasons Heating & Air.

"Everything than can go wrong, has gone wrong with this company. None of their technicians know how to diagnose issues so their go to is to sell you a new unit. They once told me I needed a new sump pump for 3000 dollars, only for another company tell me I only needed a 250 dollar switch. This is after I had already bought a new furnace from four seasons a year prior. They clearly only care about selling you new equipment. Against my better judgement, I called them to service my AC as it stopped working during 100 degree weather. They tell me I need a new one. They took their time coming out to me during this heatwave and then are unable to install it because the previous technician misdiagnosed the issue. A BRAND NEW UNIT IS NOT WORKING FROM THEM. And they left without finishing the job, I am now sleeping in a near 90 degree house with 2 seniors and a dog that just had surgery. This company is soulless."

Arslan K on June 2025

Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning, and Plumbing began as a father-son business operating out of a Chicago garage in 1971. They went from home to home repairing furnaces and air conditioners with the goal of offering their customers honest and competent service. No extra charge for 24 hr emergency service. Additional contacts: Chicago 773-413-1505 & 773-413-1028, South suburbs 708-406-3002, Southwest suburbs 815-306-2471, West suburbs 630-210-3352, North & Northwest 847-201-3222 , Northwest Indiana 219-228-8606, and (866) 444-2404. Additional emails - [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]. Additional fax numbers- 773-284-9484, 847-783-0400. Additional contact names - David Musial. Additional DBAs - Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing, Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., Four Seasons Heating & Air.

"Everything than can go wrong, has gone wrong with this company. None of their technicians know how to diagnose issues so their go to is to sell you a new unit. They once told me I needed a new sump pump for 3000 dollars, only for another company tell me I only needed a 250 dollar switch. This is after I had already bought a new furnace from four seasons a year prior. They clearly only care about selling you new equipment. Against my better judgement, I called them to service my AC as it stopped working during 100 degree weather. They tell me I need a new one. They took their time coming out to me during this heatwave and then are unable to install it because the previous technician misdiagnosed the issue. A BRAND NEW UNIT IS NOT WORKING FROM THEM. And they left without finishing the job, I am now sleeping in a near 90 degree house with 2 seniors and a dog that just had surgery. This company is soulless."

Arslan K on June 2025


Avatar for Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
933 Chesapeake Trl
4.85(
13
)
Approved Pro
Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
933 Chesapeake Trl
4.85(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
296 local quotes requested

Illinois sewer and plumbing is owned & operated by Mr Joe and family. We are a full plumbing and sewer repair service company that is licensed, bonded, and insured. We are fully committed to offering our customers honest, reliable, quality service, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Through dedication to our customers and our commitment to quality, we feel that we can offer you the best service in the industry. Free Estimates - Licensed, Bonded & Insured - Better Business Bureau Member A+ Rating - Owner operated.

"GREAT JOB! EXPEDIENT AND PRECISE!"

Nichole s on May 2025

Illinois sewer and plumbing is owned & operated by Mr Joe and family. We are a full plumbing and sewer repair service company that is licensed, bonded, and insured. We are fully committed to offering our customers honest, reliable, quality service, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Through dedication to our customers and our commitment to quality, we feel that we can offer you the best service in the industry. Free Estimates - Licensed, Bonded & Insured - Better Business Bureau Member A+ Rating - Owner operated.

"GREAT JOB! EXPEDIENT AND PRECISE!"

Nichole s on May 2025


Triangle Plumbing
18515 Illinois 173
5.00(
1
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Triangle Plumbing
18515 Illinois 173
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

As a licensed plumber, boasting over 15 years of industry expertise, I am dedicated to serving the community with unwavering professionalism, unparalleled proficiency, and steadfast integrity. At Triangle Plumbing, you are guaranteed top-tier craftsmanship, competitive pricing, and unparalleled customer care. Contact us today via call or text to address all your plumbing requirements with confidence.

"I am very happy with his craftsmanship and professionalism"

Antonio A on June 2024

As a licensed plumber, boasting over 15 years of industry expertise, I am dedicated to serving the community with unwavering professionalism, unparalleled proficiency, and steadfast integrity. At Triangle Plumbing, you are guaranteed top-tier craftsmanship, competitive pricing, and unparalleled customer care. Contact us today via call or text to address all your plumbing requirements with confidence.

"I am very happy with his craftsmanship and professionalism"

Antonio A on June 2024



Greg Plumbing, Inc.
No reviews
Greg Plumbing, Inc.
No reviews
Free onsite estimate

Greg Plumbing Inc. Providing residential, commercial and Emergency Plumbing Services in the Chicagoland area since 2008. Tired of plumbing problems or stressing out that your basement will flood every time it rains? Call Greg to tackle all your plumbing needs! Leaky faucets, clogged drains, water heater emergencies, sump pump installation and repairs, converting your bathtub into a shower? Greg is your guy! Call Greg Plumbing today for a free estimate 773-322-8544!

Greg Plumbing Inc. Providing residential, commercial and Emergency Plumbing Services in the Chicagoland area since 2008. Tired of plumbing problems or stressing out that your basement will flood every time it rains? Call Greg to tackle all your plumbing needs! Leaky faucets, clogged drains, water heater emergencies, sump pump installation and repairs, converting your bathtub into a shower? Greg is your guy! Call Greg Plumbing today for a free estimate 773-322-8544!

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FAQs for water softener service projects in Chicago, IL

The license requirements for water softener installation depend on your location. Some municipalities require that the installer hold a plumbing license, some require a permit and an inspection, but no license for the installer, and some require a permit and a license for the installer. Regardless of the local laws in your area, it’s always a good idea to hire a licensed plumber or installer. These pros will install your system properly and have the experience to size the system appropriately. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to check your installer’s license status.

The cost to install a water softener system is $1,500 on average, ranging between $200 and $6,000. The labor for water softener work typically costs between $150 and $1,000, so you can add that to your equipment costs to get an accurate total. Your price will depend on many factors, including the following:

  • System capacity 

  • Home size

  • Water hardness levels

  • Type of water softener

  • Presence of electricity in the installation area

  • Local permit costs

Water softeners are worth the money if you live in an area with hard water. Hard water is safe to drink, but it poses serious threats to your plumbing system. The minerals in hard water will gradually build up on the inside walls of your pipes, reducing water flow to your fixtures. The minerals can also gradually corrode your plumbing system, reduce its lifespan, and increase the risk of leaks. Hard water also makes soap and detergent less effective. Water softener systems can solve all these issues, making them a great investment.

It’s possible to install a water softener yourself, but we don’t recommend it. Water softeners require working with copper pipes and electrical wiring, neither are suitable tasks for most DIYers. Plus, working with water and electricity together is dangerous and could pose a risk to your safety. Water softeners also need to be calibrated so that they don’t make your water too soft, as soft water poses just as many risks as hard water. Overall, it’s well worth hiring a local water softener installer to place your water softener system.

Your water softener size is based on your total household water consumption. In most cases, you can assume the average household member will use around 75 gallons per day. Multiply that by the number of people in your home, then multiply by 10 (for the typical grains per gallon). You’ll get a number in grains that should help roughly size your water softener. However, it’s best to hire a professional to install your system and use more exact numbers, like your exact average water consumption per day and starting water hardness.

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