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Avatar for Pinos Plumbing, Inc.
Pinos Plumbing, Inc.
4.5(
122
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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceWater Heater - Install or ReplaceFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or Replace - For Business+8 more

Serving Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First of all I have never used Angie's list but I needed a plumber in a pinch. When Joe called me to inquire about my job I could tell right away he was knowledgeable of his trade, on top of that honest and of good character. We discussed what my issue was and he was able to come over and take a look. Initially what we thought was the issue was something else due to the age of my home and plumbing. He tried very hard to fix the issue but we both soon realized it was more than just a easy fix. We discussed it and he did not even charge for the work done but gave me a very fair estimate of what it would cost to resolve my issues. We set up a date and he was on time and did everything he said he would working with us on the budget we had and was always honest showing us every step of the way what he was dealing with as again our house is very old and in many cases still some of the original plumbing. He went above and beyond expectations!! Definitely would recommend and use him again!!"
Busted sewer
Busted sewer
Busted sewer
Install new water meter.
Install new water meter.

+10

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Flo-Maxx Sewer & Plumbing, Inc.
4.8(
43
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessSewer Main - Clear+3 more

Serving Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I called four different plumbers. The first plumber gave me a $5,500 estimate.  When I described the job to Flo-Maxx they sent someone out and gave me a $2,250 estimate which I thought was great. They explained everything thoroughly to me so I would understand what they'd be doing and I thought that was good. 
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routine maintenance
 camera inspection.
sewer repair
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Handyman Pros
4.7(
960
)
Shower Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace

Serving Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a leaky kitchen faucet that was old. Our experienced handyman was able to remove the difficult OLD faucet and replace it with a new one. This is not a job we could have done ourselves and were happy when the job was done successfully."
Patio Door Frame Rot Repair
Bathroom Remodeling Before
Herringbone Tiling After
Bathroom remodeling demolishing Before
Bathroom remodeling after

+18

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Affordable Plumbers FAQs, answered by experts

Functional plumbing work, like rerouting drain lines or replacing a water heater, requires a building permit and inspections from the village. Purely cosmetic updates, such as swapping a faucet, do not require permits. However, cosmetic updates in older Barrington homes reveal hidden functional issues like corroded galvanized supply lines. Discolored water points to aging iron pipes, turning a simple aesthetic fix into a necessary functional repair for your IL home.

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The harsh winters in Barrington create a high risk for frozen pipes in uninsulated crawl spaces and garages. You must install all exterior plumbing below the 42-inch IL frost line to prevent freeze damage. Spring thaws and heavy summer storms also increase flooding risks, making sump pumps and backflow prevention essential for your basement. Schedule underground plumbing projects outside the freezing November through March window for the best results.

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Knowing your water source and sewer connection type is critical, as unincorporated Barrington properties rely on private wells and septic systems. Your home’s age also dictates the scope of your plumbing work. Homes built between the 1950s and 1980s feature galvanized steel or cast iron pipes prone to corrosion. Identify whether your property sits in an IL flood zone, which directly impacts the design of below-grade drains and ejector systems.

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Slab-on-grade construction makes accessing drain lines difficult and requires extensive concrete cutting. If you have a finished basement over original cast iron drains, you will need to open ceilings or walls for repairs. Long vertical vent stacks in multi-story Barrington homes complicate rerouting fixtures. Additionally, properties with private wells and septic systems must follow strict IL setback rules, which restrict where you place new plumbing lines or home additions.

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You must inspect and test your sump pump before the spring thaw to handle high water tables. Winterizing your exterior plumbing and irrigation lines by October prevents severe freeze damage. Annual water heater flushing removes mineral buildup from the municipal supply. Older Barrington homes require periodic drain cleaning to clear scale from aging cast iron pipes. Finally, IL mandates annual testing for backflow prevention assemblies on all connected irrigation systems.

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