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Leaf Home Water Solutions

4132 Shoreline Drive
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Leaf Home Water Solutions

4132 Shoreline Drive
No reviews yet
4 years of experience

The team of professionals at Leaf Home Water Solutions takes great pride in knowing that families are provided with the cleanest, crispest, and heathiest water possible. As the leader in home water filtration, all installations are tailored to specific water needs. Custom solutions may include enhanced impact on hair and skin, energy savings on bills, increased appliance longevity, and elimination of hard water contaminants like calcium and magnesium, while also combatting taste and odor issues by filtering out chlorine and other organic compounds. With state-of-the-art water testing materials, dedication to White Glove installation and service, best-in-class products, and the support of the nation's largest home solutions company, homeowners can feel confident in trusting Leaf Home Water Solutions. We look forward to earning your business, call our team of experts today for a free home water test!

The team of professionals at Leaf Home Water Solutions takes great pride in knowing that families are provided with the cleanest, crispest, and heathiest water possible. As the leader in home water filtration, all installations are tailored to specific water needs. Custom solutions may include enhanced impact on hair and skin, energy savings on bills, increased appliance longevity, and elimination of hard water contaminants like calcium and magnesium, while also combatting taste and odor issues by filtering out chlorine and other organic compounds. With state-of-the-art water testing materials, dedication to White Glove installation and service, best-in-class products, and the support of the nation's largest home solutions company, homeowners can feel confident in trusting Leaf Home Water Solutions. We look forward to earning your business, call our team of experts today for a free home water test!



R.J. O'Neil, Inc.

1125 S. Lake Street
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R.J. O'Neil, Inc.

1125 S. Lake Street
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99 years of experience

R.J. O’Neil, Inc. is a small shop with a lot of know-how. Since 1926, R. J. O’Neil, Inc. has been serving Montgomery, IL and the surrounding area. With a team of talented and skilled workers who can solve any plumbing or HVAC issue, it won’t matter if you own a business or if your problem is at home. From installing a faucet in your home or school to plumbing entire buildings, they have done it all. Always reliable and always on call, R.J. O’Neil, Inc. is the first choice in service and ability. Call us at (630)906-1300, email us at [email protected], or feel free to stop in at 1125 S. Lake Street, Montgomery, IL 60538.

"As a small business owner, I strongly caution others against this HVAC/R company. In over 10 years, they?ve been the least trustworthy and poorest performing contractor I?ve worked with. We experienced repeated service issues, a 25% rate hike without notice, ignored emails, and unreturned quote requests. Worse, we were billed for work that wasn?t done?confirmed twice, including by a third-party inspection with photos. Even when confronted, they deflected and delayed for months. We had to hire another company. They also mis-sized a walk-in freezer due to bad measurements and blamed their supplier. When shown proof it was undersized, they argued with no solution. They later mismeasured again on a replacement bid. Their attitude throughout was defensive, unprofessional, and dismissive. If something goes wrong?and it likely will?they will not stand behind their work. Save yourself the frustration and look elsewhere."

Jonathan D on July 2025

R.J. O’Neil, Inc. is a small shop with a lot of know-how. Since 1926, R. J. O’Neil, Inc. has been serving Montgomery, IL and the surrounding area. With a team of talented and skilled workers who can solve any plumbing or HVAC issue, it won’t matter if you own a business or if your problem is at home. From installing a faucet in your home or school to plumbing entire buildings, they have done it all. Always reliable and always on call, R.J. O’Neil, Inc. is the first choice in service and ability. Call us at (630)906-1300, email us at [email protected], or feel free to stop in at 1125 S. Lake Street, Montgomery, IL 60538.

"As a small business owner, I strongly caution others against this HVAC/R company. In over 10 years, they?ve been the least trustworthy and poorest performing contractor I?ve worked with. We experienced repeated service issues, a 25% rate hike without notice, ignored emails, and unreturned quote requests. Worse, we were billed for work that wasn?t done?confirmed twice, including by a third-party inspection with photos. Even when confronted, they deflected and delayed for months. We had to hire another company. They also mis-sized a walk-in freezer due to bad measurements and blamed their supplier. When shown proof it was undersized, they argued with no solution. They later mismeasured again on a replacement bid. Their attitude throughout was defensive, unprofessional, and dismissive. If something goes wrong?and it likely will?they will not stand behind their work. Save yourself the frustration and look elsewhere."

Jonathan D on July 2025


Baltzell Plumbing LLC

17889 New Ohio Coal Rd
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Baltzell Plumbing LLC

17889 New Ohio Coal Rd
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23 years of experience

Family owned and operated since 2002. Located in Pittsburg, Illinois and serving the entire Southern Illinois region including Benton, Harrisburg, Herrin, Marion, Johnston City, Murphysboro, Carbondale and West Frankfort.

Family owned and operated since 2002. Located in Pittsburg, Illinois and serving the entire Southern Illinois region including Benton, Harrisburg, Herrin, Marion, Johnston City, Murphysboro, Carbondale and West Frankfort.


McDonagh & Sons Plumbing & Sewer Inc

6907 W. Grand Ave
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McDonagh & Sons Plumbing & Sewer Inc

6907 W. Grand Ave
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Mcdonagh & sons plumbing & sewer takes great pride with 15 years of experience! We are honest, reliable, genuine and trustworthy! We are constantly referred by our customers because of our great service and dedication to meet their needs! We offer free estimates! "anything plumbing, anything sewer, any time". Ertain areas are to subject a service fee *prices may vary. Discounts can not be combined, unless noted. Award winning. Additional dba - mcdonagh & sons plumbing and sewer.

Mcdonagh & sons plumbing & sewer takes great pride with 15 years of experience! We are honest, reliable, genuine and trustworthy! We are constantly referred by our customers because of our great service and dedication to meet their needs! We offer free estimates! "anything plumbing, anything sewer, any time". Ertain areas are to subject a service fee *prices may vary. Discounts can not be combined, unless noted. Award winning. Additional dba - mcdonagh & sons plumbing and sewer.


Great Water USA

1811 N. Division
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Great Water USA

1811 N. Division
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Great Water USA has been providing residential and commercial water treatment solutions for Northeast Illinois for more than 65 years. Today it continues to offer unsurpassed service, expanding beyond basic water softeners and water conditioners to state-of-the-art water refiners, reverse osmosis drinking water systems, carbon filtration, de-chlorination and a host of water purifiers for residential and commercial usage. “Perfecting the Water for Your Life.”

Great Water USA has been providing residential and commercial water treatment solutions for Northeast Illinois for more than 65 years. Today it continues to offer unsurpassed service, expanding beyond basic water softeners and water conditioners to state-of-the-art water refiners, reverse osmosis drinking water systems, carbon filtration, de-chlorination and a host of water purifiers for residential and commercial usage. “Perfecting the Water for Your Life.”


Sears Hometown Store - Macomb

1325 E Jackson St
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Sears Hometown Store - Macomb

1325 E Jackson St
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32 years of experience

Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores Inc (“SHO”) is a national retailer primarily focused on selling home appliances, hardware, tools, and lawn and garden equipment. We operate through two segments - the Sears Hometown, Hardware and Showroom segment (“Hometown”) and the Sears Outlet segment (“Outlet”). Our Hometown stores are designed to provide our customers with in-store and online access to a wide selection of national brands of home appliances, tools, lawn and garden equipment, sporting goods, consumer electronics and household goods, depending on the particular store. Our Outlet stores are designed to provide our customers with in-store and online access to new, one-of-a-kind, out-of-carton, discontinued, obsolete, used, reconditioned, overstocked, scratched and dented products across a broad assortment of merchandise categories, including home appliances, lawn and garden equipment, apparel, mattresses, sporting goods, tools, and consumer electronics at prices that are significantly lower than manufacturers’ suggested retail prices. As of October 27, 2012, we and our dealer stores and franchisees operated 1,237 stores across all 50 states as well as Puerto Rico, Guam and Bermuda. Store number - 3099. Owned & operated by Chris Jacques.

Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores Inc (“SHO”) is a national retailer primarily focused on selling home appliances, hardware, tools, and lawn and garden equipment. We operate through two segments - the Sears Hometown, Hardware and Showroom segment (“Hometown”) and the Sears Outlet segment (“Outlet”). Our Hometown stores are designed to provide our customers with in-store and online access to a wide selection of national brands of home appliances, tools, lawn and garden equipment, sporting goods, consumer electronics and household goods, depending on the particular store. Our Outlet stores are designed to provide our customers with in-store and online access to new, one-of-a-kind, out-of-carton, discontinued, obsolete, used, reconditioned, overstocked, scratched and dented products across a broad assortment of merchandise categories, including home appliances, lawn and garden equipment, apparel, mattresses, sporting goods, tools, and consumer electronics at prices that are significantly lower than manufacturers’ suggested retail prices. As of October 27, 2012, we and our dealer stores and franchisees operated 1,237 stores across all 50 states as well as Puerto Rico, Guam and Bermuda. Store number - 3099. Owned & operated by Chris Jacques.



JMP Construction

3 Meadowbrook Lane
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JMP Construction

3 Meadowbrook Lane
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We provide a Home Repair and Remodeling Service. Jobs as small as changing a light bulb to full house renovations. Our goal is to provide our customers with a home that is comfortable, safe, and unique to their lifestyle. As a general contractor, there are times we use sub-contractors, these are companies that we know and trust to do quality and professtional work. We offer free estimates to our customers, as well as discounts on labor for our senior citizens and those with disabilities. We also offer a special discount to Angie's List members, on labor performed in their repair and remodeling concerns. We will take whatever time is needed to sit and discuss our customers concerns, so that we fully understand what they wish when the job is completed and that they understand the process that will be taking place for their dream to become a reality. We use contracts with our customers, this is for their protection as well as for ours. The details of the contracts are simple, with no hidden fee or charges.

We provide a Home Repair and Remodeling Service. Jobs as small as changing a light bulb to full house renovations. Our goal is to provide our customers with a home that is comfortable, safe, and unique to their lifestyle. As a general contractor, there are times we use sub-contractors, these are companies that we know and trust to do quality and professtional work. We offer free estimates to our customers, as well as discounts on labor for our senior citizens and those with disabilities. We also offer a special discount to Angie's List members, on labor performed in their repair and remodeling concerns. We will take whatever time is needed to sit and discuss our customers concerns, so that we fully understand what they wish when the job is completed and that they understand the process that will be taking place for their dream to become a reality. We use contracts with our customers, this is for their protection as well as for ours. The details of the contracts are simple, with no hidden fee or charges.


Chem Free Pure Water Systems

338 Mountain Dr N
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Chem Free Pure Water Systems

338 Mountain Dr N
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Residential and business water treatment systems. Water softeners, UV lights. We will analyze your water for contaminants such as chlorine, low pH, iron, bacteria, and devise a system to suit your needs. Treat your water from the source, as it enters your home, so whether you are drinking it, cooking with it or bathing in it, your water is pure.

"The process was quick and easy. I just provided a water sample. It was determined that I had high levels of chlorine in our drinking water. I was able to solve my water problems with only one filter. Why did I wait years to have this done? Now I can be confident that our water is safe. Highly recommended."

Tony R on February 2021

Residential and business water treatment systems. Water softeners, UV lights. We will analyze your water for contaminants such as chlorine, low pH, iron, bacteria, and devise a system to suit your needs. Treat your water from the source, as it enters your home, so whether you are drinking it, cooking with it or bathing in it, your water is pure.

"The process was quick and easy. I just provided a water sample. It was determined that I had high levels of chlorine in our drinking water. I was able to solve my water problems with only one filter. Why did I wait years to have this done? Now I can be confident that our water is safe. Highly recommended."

Tony R on February 2021

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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

A lower-end water softener would cost around $900, not including installation. Each home has different requirements, water hardness, and number of inhabitants, so there’s a huge range in pricing—$600 to over $6,000. The average water softener repair bill is around $500, meaning it’s a much better option to repair any issues and only replace your softener if absolutely necessary. 

The main difference between water softeners and water filters is that softeners remove hard minerals from the water, while filters have more of a blanket effect, removing all contaminants above a certain size. Filters are also much less expensive to install and protect against bacteria and other impurities. Depending on your water supply, you may need both.

You can decide whether you need a water softener or water filter based on how your bathing or laundry experience is. If you notice issues like limescale buildup, dry skin, or stains on dishes—all telltale signs of hard water—you'd likely benefit from a water softener. However, if your main concern is over chemicals or bacteria in your tap water filter, and not just comfort, a filter is a better option.

Softened water prevents scale deposits, reducing appliance wear, leading to energy savings and longer-lasting household fixtures.

Drinking hard water is not known to have any negative health impacts. Using hard water can lead to dry skin and hair, and the minerals in hard water can build up in pipes, faucets, and appliances. Hard water is more of a threat to your plumbing than it is to your health.

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