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Bath Fitter
3.9(
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Shower Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace

Serving Carthage, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Always answered or talked about my concerns without transferring me to multiple people. Knowledgeable, explained each step, installer was immaculate with cleanup. No complaints from us"
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+19

Response time1 day
205 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Foundation Recovery Systems
4.4(
500
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Carthage, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew from Foundation Recovery handled the crawl space encapsulation and foundation stabilization job on my 105 year old American Foursquare with grit, guts and competence - they explained every aspect of the work, updated me on progress and any changes that were needed and also helped me identify some plumbing repairs that are needed that were impossible to diagnose with the crawl space in truly horrifying condition before they tackled it. Lee J., Robert S., Chase M., Kaden D. And Tanner W. - you left this homeowner feeling much more positive but the process of restoring this old house."
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Protect Your Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Correct Your Wet Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

Response time1 day
117 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Professional Plumbing Services
5.0(
2
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Bathtub Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace - For BusinessDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear+7 more

Serving Carthage, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Welcome to Professional Plumbing Services! We are a family owned and operated business with over 27 years of experience. We specialize in all of your plumbing needs, and in particular, water heater installs and repairs and tankless water heater conversions. \n \nWe offer emergency services as well. \n \nPlease request a quote! We look forward to working with you!

Response time3 hrs
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AOM Remodeling and Restoration
4.6(
52
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Bathtub Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace - For BusinessShower Install or Replace+2 more

Serving Carthage, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After a "simple" bathroom repainting turned into a nightmare of peeling paint from permanent wallpaper, with damaged drywall as a result, David provided me with options for repairing the walls with a new, cost-conscious finish and then painted the room for me as well. He was extremely punctual and responsive, professional and anxious to provide excellent customer service. He was accurate in how much time the job would take, and his price guarantee made sure that no hidden costs popped up at the last minute. He did a great job, and saved us A LOT of frustration and stress."
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+5

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Plumbing questions, answered by experts

A major mistake during plumbing projects is skipping local permits, which causes issues during future real estate inspections. Homeowners also fail to insulate pipes in crawl spaces before harsh Carthage winters. Connecting new materials directly to old galvanized steel without transition fittings accelerates corrosion and causes leaks. Finally, using chemical drain cleaners fails to resolve root intrusion in older clay tile sewer laterals, requiring professional assessment instead.

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Brown water from taps in older Carthage homes indicates severe internal corrosion in galvanized steel pipes. Recurring clogs signal root intrusion inside aging clay sewer laterals. Soft spots in wood floors or drywall reveal long-term moisture damage requiring structural repair. Unexplained water pressure drops and unusually high water bills point to hidden leaks. Address these plumbing warning signs promptly to prevent extensive property damage.

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Distinguish plumbing issues from other repairs by observing the timing and location. In IL homes, basement moisture during heavy rain points to foundation issues, while consistent leaks with mineral stains indicate pipe damage. Ceiling stains appearing after snowstorms stem from roof leaks, whereas stains worsening when you use a bathroom fixture require plumbing repair. Wet yard areas with sewage odors signal a broken sewer lateral rather than poor clay soil drainage.

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Older Carthage homes built before 1950 feature retrofitted plumbing routed through exterior walls or uninsulated spaces. Full basements with original stone or brick foundations make accessing main drain lines difficult. Check for older materials like galvanized steel or cast iron, which require special fittings to connect. Two-story layouts hide plumbing stacks inside interior walls, requiring you to open walls or ceilings to reach them.

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Treat active leaks near electrical panels, sewage backups, and frozen pipes as immediate emergencies requiring a professional response. Address any uninsulated pipes before November to survive freezing IL winters. Schedule non-emergency plumbing services for slow drains, minor fixture drips, or aging water heaters. Complete these planned repairs between late September and early November before freezing temperatures arrive and complicate the work.

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