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Avatar for A-1 Patrick's Sewer & Pipe Services
A-1 Patrick's Sewer & Pipe Services
4.6(
188
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Serving Berkeley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My old hot water heater died, and a friend installed a new small 40 gal tank. But I never had hot water after that. I also had a leaking lead pipe. Patrick came and had to be a sleuth to try to determine the cause of the missing hot water. The tank was too small and not functioning, but the real problem was a crossed pipe somewhere in my 1890 house. He found the pipe location in the basement and put in a shut off valve, which gave most of the house hot water. He also put in a high quality 50 gallon tank, and repaired the leaking lead main. To completely fix the hot water, it will mean opening walls, so we left a small 1/2 bath sink and attic sink to be fixed at a later time (or not....).. This was all around Easter, but he put in long days to get it all done."
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
4.3(
3,279
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Serving Berkeley, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"UPDATE: This is an update to my previous plumbing review I submitted on 8/5/17. I received a call from 4 seasons to discuss the review. The fact they reached out to me tells me they truly care about their customers. They plan to refund me some credit towards the cost of the sump pump. I appreciate they took the time to listen and to resolve this!"
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Response time9 hrs
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Lincoln Sewer & Drainage
4.8(
640
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Serving Berkeley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Free estimates

"I paid them to clean my catch basin, however, was not able to clean the whole thing because of pipes on the way. I still ended up paying for the whole price. With the sewer going to the road, they could not go further because of an existing backup sewer door. I had to pay extra for them to rod from the backup sewer door to the road."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Chicago Water Pros
4.7(
76
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Serving Berkeley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We just bought a house on a private well and started noticing rust stains and a foul odor right away. The house came with an old softener, but it didn't seem to be working anymore. We got a few quotes for a system that would treat well water and decided to use Chicago Water Pros. Their tech was on time, very professional and knowledgeable. The price was very reasonable compared to the other quotes that we got, and they had a way better warranty and money back guarantee than anyone else by far. We bought a tank for iron treatment and a softener. The guy that came out to test our water and do the quote was there for the installation and came back out to re-test the water and make sure everything was working properly a few days after the install as well. We couldn't be happier with the water and the great service and price that we got. I'd recommend them to anyone!"
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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M and E Plumbing Service Inc
4.8(
57
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Serving Berkeley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Credit card accepted

"The awesomeness started within a couple hours of purchasing my deal. Matt reached out to clarify a misprint in the deal, and assure I still wanted to go through with the deal. He was able to to schedule me at a time that worked with my busy schedule.
Darryl and Mike arrived right on time, first thing in the morning. I had originally purchased a hot water tank replacement deal. During the old tank removal, it was discovered that my ejector pump was not working. The crew was equipped to replace that at a reasonable price as well. They worked quick and professionally and had all the work completed in a timely manner. They made sure to have tarps available to protect my floors when moving the tanks in and out. The crew had such pleasant personalities, and I could tell they enjoyed what they were doing.
I highly recommend M&E Plumbing for any work you may need!!
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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J. Blanton Plumbing
4.4(
377
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Serving Berkeley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He was great. It was an emergency on a weekend and he got here quickly. My toilet tank in the back bathroom had cracked and when I tried to shut off the water, I realized that the valve was faulty. He was able to do the repair very quickly. They were responsive."
Jack Blanton
Jake Blanton
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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A + Rooter Inc
4.6(
228
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Serving Berkeley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called around 7:15 a.m. expecting to get an answering machine.  I was very surprised and pleased that the business owner answered even though it was outside of normal hours.  I explained our request for a sewer line inspection with a camera, and gave her the seller's realtor's phone number so they could coordinate the appointment.  This was done immediately and relayed back to me.  The tech called me from the appointment and explained that access to the sewer was in the crawl space, not in the yard.  Because of this difficulty, the original charge quoted to me was incorrect.  I gave my permission to proceed.  After the inspection,  the tech called again with the results of the inspection, made a recommendation for the future (indicating this was not urgent), and told me I would receive an email with the receipt and his inspection report by the end of the day via email, which I did.  I was extremely impressed with AAA Walsh & Sons availability, responsiveness and communication, and I felt their pricing was extremely fair.  I will definitely make them my first call for any future plumbing service."
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AAA Walsh & Sons
AAA Walsh & Sons
AAA Walsh & Sons
AAA Walsh & Sons

+7

Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Climate Master Mechanical
4.9(
281
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Serving Berkeley, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Well the problem ended up being the filter had clogged so air was unable to reach the cooling and caused the AC to freeze inside. Basically an ice cube was formed. (price below includes coolant)"
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Installation of trash and linen chutes at Palos Community Hospital!
Installation of radiant floor heat! We install snow melt systems also.

+9

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

While you can drain water softener backwash into a septic tank, doing so may cause several problems. One problem is that increased sodium chloride levels from water softener backwash can kill septic tank bacteria, decreasing the effectiveness of this wastewater treatment system. Another issue is that large calcium deposits can eventually stop up the drain field and lead to poor drainage. 

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), septic tanks must be located a decent distance from places subject to flooding or surface ponding. Additionally, septic tanks should be installed on level ground so that the waste can properly settle in the tank. Most tanks are located 10 to 20 feet away from the home. More specific requirements vary by location, so call a local septic pro or your local health department for more information.

Certain foods are easier on your septic tank than others. Septic-safe foods include yogurt, fruit, cooked veggies, and bread because these items all break down relatively easily and can pass through your system safely. Rotten tomatoes, specifically, are actually good for your septic tank because they can increase the amount of good bacteria in the system. 

Many contractors offer warranties for parts and labor. Confirm terms before hiring.

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