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Avatar for Irvin Plumbing LLC
Irvin Plumbing LLC
5.0(
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Shower Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace+7 more

Serving Bloomington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Irvin plumbing did an excellent job replacing two outside spigots and finished the job for about 1/2 the price that was quoted by three other contractors. Kyle works with time and materials rather than per job pricing which I feel saved me a lot of money. I recommend him highly and expect that he will be successful and very busy as word gets around about the way he does business."
Water Heater Replacement
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bath Planet of Peoria
4.6(
146
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Shower Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace

Serving Bloomington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"You get what you pay for! They have have been a little pricier than some, but they were upfront about the costs, and the quality of the work was well worth it. Our new bathtub is gorgeous and exactly what we wanted!"
Beautiful shower
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Tiger Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services
3.4(
353
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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceDrain Clog or Blockage - ClearWater Heater - Install or Replace+8 more

Serving Bloomington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The phone service center worker was polite and friendly.  The company confirmed the appointment by phone.  The plumber Jon came to my Godfrey residence exactly on time.  My dog (who seems to have a sixth sense about people's character) stopped barking as soon as I invited Jon in, and was calm.  Jon wore booties and even put booties on wheels of all equipment brought into my home to keep floors clean.  He asked many questions before starting and did a quite thorough diagnostic work up, explaining the various possible causes of the problem.  When most likely problem was found he took extra measures to ensure other problems did not coexist.  He was knowledgeable.  Before starting the job he showed me the cost from the company's list and reviewed written company standards including that all plumbers are licensed, must receive frequent training to keep up on their skills, undergo frequent drug screens, and carry $1 million in insurance.  He showed me that the company received an A minus rating from the Better Business Bureau and when I asked him to prove it he politely asked if he could use my computer and he pulled up the BBB site on line, showing me the rating.  He was thorough in fixing the problem and demonstrated to me in different ways how we could be sure the problem was fixed.  He left no mess.  He gave me tips on how to keep the problem from recurring and steered me away from unnecessary interventions that had been suggested to me by others.  When I had to leave to pick up my son from school he waited at my kitchen table for me to return.  He gave me a written guarantee that if the problem recurred to even a small degree it would be fixed for free.  He asked me to honestly critique my experience on the local. google. com site, explaining his company uses this feedback to improve services.  He was courteous and friendly yet professional.  He was kind to my son.  THIS is my new plumber.
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136 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Five Star Bath Solutions of Central Illinois
4.8(
8
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Shower Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace

Serving Bloomington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great sales and honest woman owned! Loved the outcome and they were very understanding when I had to push the project out due to the death in the family and my responsibility for expenses. Tammy is wonderful and her crew knows what they are doing. I have contracted her to upgrade the second bathroom also. Love the results of the master and cannot wait to see the 2nd bath remodel!"
Bathroom Remodeling
Bathroom Remodeling
Bathroom Remodeling
Bathroom Remodeling
Bathroom Remodeling

+2

Response time5 hrs
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Affordable Plumbers questions, answered by experts

Slow drains across multiple fixtures point directly to a failing or collapsed sewer lateral, especially in older Bloomington properties with clay tile pipes. Recurring sump pump activity during dry weather indicates significant groundwater intrusion through foundation cracks. Sewage odors in your basement signal a cracked sewer line or a failing ejector pit seal. Address minor late-winter drips immediately, as they indicate frost-weakened joints that will eventually burst.

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Watch for discolored, rust-orange water and reduced water pressure, which point to deteriorating galvanized steel pipes common in older IL homes. Recurring basement moisture or sewage odors indicate improper sump pump or ejector pit installations. Gray plastic supply lines with visible cracking are another direct sign of failing materials. You must address these issues and correct any unpermitted plumbing to meet current state safety standards.

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Properties built before 1960 feature mixed pipe materials and outdated configurations that complicate plumbing upgrades. Homes in historic districts face strict exterior review constraints for underground work. High water tables and heavy clay soils in low-lying Bloomington areas make basement drainage systems difficult to install. Mid-century slab-on-grade construction adds further difficulty, requiring extensive concrete cutting to access and repair failing underground drain lines.

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Permitted plumbing in Bloomington requires additional time for municipal review and required inspections. You should expect these administrative steps to add one to two weeks to your timeline beyond the actual labor. Seasonal demand also impacts scheduling. Winter freeze-thaw cycles and spring thaws create spikes in emergency calls, extending wait times for scheduled plumbing projects during the first few months of the year.

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Homeowners frequently underestimate the extensive permit requirements for plumbing in Bloomington. Projects like water heater replacements and sewer repairs mandate official approvals and inspections. Exterior work presents unexpected challenges due to heavy clay soils that make excavation labor-intensive. You must also account for the state frost line depth of forty-two inches. Furthermore, homeowners bear full responsibility for maintaining the sewer lateral connecting their property to the city main.

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