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Power Plumbing & Sewer Contractor Inc

Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, Sewer Cleaning,

About us

Power Plumbing & Sewer Contractor, Inc. is a family owned and operated business that has been serving the Chicago area and surrounding communities since 1960. We offer full service plumbing and sewer expertise for residential, commercial, industrial, and high-rise properties. Our service has been recognized by our customers with 36 Angie's List Super Service Awards!

Business highlights

65 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered
Eco Friendly

Services we offer

Plumbing, new construction, rehab, kitchen & bathroom remodeling, water heater installation, hydro jet rodding, sewer systems, camera inspections, handicapped fixtures, water filtration systems, flood control, gas piping, tank less heater installation & repair.

Services we don't offer

Appliance repair.

Amenities

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.71,244 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
82%
4
7%
3
4%
2
3%
1
4%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.3
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.8
Showing 876-900 of 1244 reviews

EVA B.
02/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Very nice guys, Jason & James, and very understanding people in office (Rae, Robin, Nicole and Bobby). The guys who came out were both knowledgeable and efficient and very tidy. They even had an electrician meet them on Monday, which was nice of them--he was great too. The work is not quite done--I will continue to use these guys as they are great.
Description of Work: My pipes first froze then burst and the nice people (James especially) at Power Plumbing were able to help me finally over a couple of days. They evaluated the problem, then replaced the parts of the copper pipe that had burst, then un-froze my drainage pipe. Very nice guys, Jason & James, and very understanding people in office (Rae, Robin, Nicole and Bobby).

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

DAVID B.
01/2006
5.0
drain cleaning
  + -1 more
JIM WAS POLITE, ARRIVED ON TIME, ANSWERED ALL QUESTIONS, AND IMPROVED WATER FLOW FROM FAUCETS AND DRAINS.
Description of Work: Examined faucets, cleared them and opened drains.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$108

JOHN E.
01/2006
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
Overall the experience was good. They removed a clog that I would not have been able to do myself. The broken tub closure, I probably could have done myself, in fact Rae suggested that. But I went ahead and had them do it. There was a two week lag between visits, due to the part not being immediately available. They honored the 10% discount. It ended up costing a lot of money for two simple items, but overall I was happy with the work. I had to call a couple of times to check on when the part would be in and when they could return to finish the job. Rae and both plumbers were nice, professional, and did what I asked them to do. I would use them again.
Description of Work: Plumber removed a clog from the bathroom sink, and replaced a broken bath tub closure.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$240

LEONARD K.
01/2006
5.0
sewer cleaning
  + -1 more
Fast (scheduled in 1 day - could have been sooner). Plumbers arrived on time and completed work within 1 hr. Very courteous and helpful. Second time used Power Plumbing. Will definitely use again if any work needed.
Description of Work: Water was backing up from basement floor drain. Plumbers power rodded drain line with two different heads to clear drain. Line rodded to street (115 ft).

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$362

RENEE M.
01/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Jason was friendly, tidy, and performed the job as requested. He also kindly explained the process to me. The office was responsive in setting up the appointment and themselves mentioned the 10% discount when I mentioned I'd got the referral from Angie's list.
Description of Work: Fixed shower drip by replacing cartridge.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$165

CATHLEEN D.
01/2006
5.0
drain cleaning
  + -1 more
The shower was very backed up and the guy had to rod it multiple times. He was clean and tidy, and did a good job. I would call them again. One thing that was kind of annoying, was they called that morning to see if we were there (our time slot was 8-12). We couldn't make it to the phone, but called back within 2 minutes. During that time, they already sent the guy out on another job. We answered the next time they called, so it wasn't a problem and the guy came after the job he was on. So if you have an appointment, be by your phone!
Description of Work: Rodded out a shower drain.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Todd G.
01/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Third or fourth time we have used Power Plumbing, they always do a nice job.
Description of Work: We had a burst pipe. Power plumbing came out, promptly fixed the problem, and gave us some suggestions.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$160

Laura M.
01/2006
5.0
drain cleaning
  + -1 more
As usual the folks from Power did an excellent job. They replaced the pump, and added a back flow valve that should have been there to begin with. They are professional, explain what they are doing, and the costs involved. They also finish the work in a timely manner.
Description of Work: Replaced Ejector Pit Pump.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$550

KEN V.
01/2006
2.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The first time they showed up two hours late (without calling) and were unable to complete the work because they didn't want to charge me overtime. They told me they would supply me with an estimate for other work that needs to be done but I had to call them three times before this occurred. They do good work but it appears that they take on more work than they can handle.
Description of Work: Rotted out sewer line on two different occasions.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
2.0

$1,152

CAROL F.
12/2005
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
James was on time, professional, and explained the problem to me (PVC pipes not properly insulated) in a convincing matter.
Description of Work: Diagnosed strange noises coming from the walls and ceiling. Listened and looked in basement and ceiling for water signs. Was very knowledgeable and reassuring.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

Carol R.
12/2005
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I was very pleased with this company and the plumber they sent to my home. My repairs turned out to be embarrassingly simple, but they were quick, reasonable, and very understanding. I thought the plumber they sent was great. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and respectful. Loved the fact he put on shoe covers before entering my place. I would absolutely use them again.
Description of Work: Fixed shower head and sink plunger.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$78

JANET G.
12/2005
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
We were the third call and they still managed to be there before 10am! James was very pleasant and professional. He did all the work in a very short time. We felt the price for the work and the disposal was incredibly reasonable. This is the second time we've used this company, and will continue to do so. We were very, very pleased.
Description of Work: We had a leak from our garbage disposal. They replaced the disposal with a new one, and repaired a piece of pipe.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

JULIET B.
12/2005
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
James' professionalism led him to discover a problem other than the reason we had called him out. Since I saw the leak myself, this was clearly not an effort to ''make work.'' He made sure every step of the way to show and tell me what he was doing.
Description of Work: Shut off outdoor water, inspected pipes, etc. in older home. Discovered disconnected sump pump discharge pipe, replaced with PVC pipe.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$264

LINDA F.
12/2005
5.0
sewer cleaning
  + -1 more
I'M GLAD THEY WERE SO PROFESSIONAL. I JUST THOUGHT THEY WERE VERY PROFESSIONAL, KNOWLEDGEABLE, AND I WOULD RECOMMEND THEM TO ANYBODY. MAYBE THEY WERE A LITTLE HIGH, BUT THEY WERE WORTH IT.
Description of Work: They had to rod out the roots in my sewer.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$460

ABIGAIL K.
12/2005
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
HE WAS GREAT. SHOWED UP ON TIME. WORE SHOE COVERS INSIDE THE HOUSE.
Description of Work: Investigated a leak. Reset toilets.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$160

Lawrence M.
12/2005
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The dispatcher was very courteous and responsive to our needs. I had to reschedule 2 times and they were flexible. Plumber came out as planned and had job done in time estimated. It was not the cheapest service, but they were very honest on material and labor cost. I'd use them again for other work.
Description of Work: Remove gravity type toilet and replace with pressurized unit. They also specified part numbers for me to check on-line.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$525

JUDITH W.
12/2005
2.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
WHEN THE WORK PERSON SHOWED UP, I WAVED HIM INTO THE HOUSE ONLY TO HAVE HIM MAKE ME COME OUTSIDE TO TALK TO HIM AND DESCRIBE WHAT THE SERVICE CALL WAS FOR, BEFORE HE WOULD COME INSIDE. THE WORK PERSON WAS PATRONIZING, UNINFORMED, COULD NOT PERFORM THE ESTIMATE, WAS SLOW ABOUT EVERYTHING, MADE ME HELP HIM, DIDN'T CLEAN UP AFTER HIMSELF AND COULDN'T SEEM TO HOLD EYE CONTACT - EVEN THOUGH I AM A NOT MUCH TO LOOK AT. HE SAID HE COULDN'T FIX MY SHOWER WITHOUT GETTING A PART FROM A STORE ABOUT 2 MILES AWAY. WHEN I SAID "NO THANKS", HE "MIRACULOUSLY" WAS ABLE TO CLEAN OUT THE EXISTING SHOWER CARTRIDGE AND THE SHOWER WORKED FINE. HE THEN CHATTED AWAY FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES BEFORE HE CALLED TO GET THE TIME FOR THE JOB. I ABSOLUTELY WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN CHATTING WITH HIM, IF I THOUGHT HE WAS STILL ON THE CLOCK. A LOUSY EXPERIENCE EVEN THOUGH THE ORIGINAL PROBLEM WAS EVENTUALLY FIXED. THERE ARE PLENTY OF COMPETENT PLUMBERS AROUND; I DON'T NEED TO PUT UP WITH THIS TYPE OF INTERACTION.
Description of Work: CALLED AND ASKED TO HAVE ESTIMATE FOR INSTALLATION OF TANKLESS HOT WATER AS WELL AS HAVE SHOWER WITH POOR WATER PRESSURE CHECKED OUT.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

$200

Lynn M.
12/2005
4.0
drain cleaning
  + -1 more
ON BOTH VISITS, THE SAME PLUMBER CAME. HE WAS ON TIME AND GOT RIGHT TO WORK. CATCH BASIN THROUGH WHICH THE RODDING HAD TO BE DONE WAS INCONVENIENTLY LOCATED BENEATH THE PORCH STEPS. PLUMBER HAD TO REMOVE STAIR TREAD TO ACCESS. WHEN TREAD WAS REPLACED, IT WAS NOT NAILED ALL THE WAY IN (CAUSING THE TREAD TO SLANT A BIT). PLUMBER ALSO BROKE PVC PIPING LEADING FROM FURNACE HUMIDIFIER TO DRAIN AND DID NOT REPORT THIS TO ME. PIPING HAD TO BE REPLACED WHEN I LATER HAD THE FURNACE TUNED UP. OVERALL, SERVICE WAS PROMPT & POLITE AND ACTUAL RODDING WAS SATISFACTORY THOUGH PLUMBER SAID HE COULDN'T GUARANTEE THAT RODDING WOULD NECESSARILY PREVENT THE FLOODING FROM RECURRING.
Description of Work: MY BASEMENT FLOODED WHILE I WAS AWAY ON VACATION (ABOUT 1'' OF WATER THROUGHOUT); SUSPECTED SOURCE WAS THE BASEMENT FLOOR DRAIN. I HAD COMPANY OUT FIRST TO INSPECT CHECK VALVE AND SUMP PUMP TO MAKE SURE THEY WERE WORKING. THEY APPEARED TO BE FINE. PLUMBER SUGGESTED I HAVE THE DRAINS RODDED (WHICH HAD NOT BEEN DONE IN AT LEAST THE 2 YEARS I HAD LIVED AT THIS RESIDENCE). SCHEDULED SECOND VISIT TO HAVE DRAINS RODDED.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

TIM T.
12/2005
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
YOUNG GUY CAME OUT ON TIME AND WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL AND COURTEOUS. I CHOSE POWER PLUMBING BASED ON THE VOLUME AND QUALITY OF REVIEWS ON THE LIST AND WAS PLEASED TO FIND THE SERVICE LIVED UP TO THE REPUTATION. THE PRICING WAS NOT GOOD IN MY OPINION. I WAS TOLD UPFRONT (SO IT WAS NOT A SURPRISE WHEN THEY GAVE ME THE BILL), THAT ANYTHING AFTER 3:30 PM WAS TIME AND A HALF WITH A MINIMUM CHARGE OF 2 HOURS. I THINK 3:30 IN THE AFTERNOON IS PRETTY EARLY TO START CHARGING OVERTIME AND MY JOB WAS RIGHT AFTER WORK AT 5:30 PM. I AM ALSO LOCATED LESS THAN 2 MILES FROM THEIR SHOP. HE WAS THERE FOR ABOUT 1 HOUR AND EVEN WITH THE ANGIE'S LIST DISCOUNT, I STILL PAID $310 FOR LABOR, $38 FOR MATERIALS, AND $10 FOR THE ROD CHARGE.
Description of Work: ROUTED A BATHROOM SINK AND REPLACED THE PVC DRAIN PIPING WITH CHROME. ADJUSTED FILL VALVE IN TOILET TO ALLOW PROPER FLUSHING PRESSURE.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$358.5

BARBARA B.
11/2005
5.0
drain cleaning
  + -1 more
WE CAME HOME FROM WORK ONE EVENING TO FIND WATER IN OUR BASEMENT. WE CALLED POWER PLUMBING FIRST THING THE NEXT MORNING AND THEY HAD SOMEONE OUT TO OUR HOUSE THAT AFTERNOON. WE OWN A SMALL BUSINESS OF OUR OWN, SO IT'S DIFFICULT FOR MY HUSBAND OR I TO TAKE TIME OFF WORK. THEY WERE WILLING TO CALL US BEFORE THEY WOULD ARRIVE, SO ONE OF US COULD GET HOME. AS PROMISED, THEY CALLED AND WERE WAITING FOR ME WHEN I GOT HOME. THEY WENT RIGHT TO WORK AND RODDED OUT OUR DRAIN. IT WAS PRETTY CLOGGED WITH TREE ROOTS, BUT THEY FINISHED THE WORK IN A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME AND DRAINED THE WATER OUT OF OUR BASEMENT. THEY WERE EXTREMELY POLITE AND PROFESSIONAL. ON THE RECEIPT THEY WROTE DOWN EVERYTHING THEY DID AND TOOK THE TIME TO ANSWER ALL OF MY QUESTIONS. THEY CLEANED UP AFTER THEMSELVES SO WELL YOU WOULDN'T EVEN KNOW THEY'D BEEN THERE. WE ALSO FELT THAT THE PRICE WE PAID WAS FAIR AND REASONABLE FOR THE AMOUNT OF WORK THAT WAS PERFORMED. WE WILL DEFINITELY USE POWER PLUMBING AGAIN!
Description of Work: POWER PLUMBING CAME TO ROD OUT OUR DRAIN IN THE BASEMENT, DUE TO WATER AFTER A RAINSTORM.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

CINDY T.
11/2005
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
SEEMED VERY HELPFUL AND COMPETENT (ALTHOUGH A BIT LATER THAN EXPECTED).
Description of Work: CHECKED WATER PRESSURE, FLUSHED, REPLACED CARTRIDGES (TO INCREASE WATER PRESSURE IN NEW HOME).

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$355.75

ART S.
11/2005
5.0
drain cleaning
  + -1 more
EXCELLENT OVERALL. SCHEDULING WAS PLEASANT AND EFFICIENT. PLUMBER ARRIVED ON TIME, EARLY ON A SATURDAY MORNING [WITHOUT ANY WEEKEND SURCHARGES, LIKE SOME OTHER COMPANIES APPLY]. DAVE WAS POLITE, FRIENDLY, AND EXPLAINED ALL THAT WAS BEING DONE. I WILL CALL THEM AGAIN SHOULD I HAVE FUTURE PLUMBING NEEDS.
Description of Work: TUB DRAIN RODDED OUT. OLDER TUB THAT HADN'T BEEN SERVICED IN YEARS.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$260

TRACY W.
11/2005
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
JOB 1: MASTER BEDROOM SHOWER WAS LEAKING THROUGH THE CEILING INTO MY DINING ROOM. JOB 2: EMAILED A REQUEST, RECEIVED THE RESPONSE THE NEXT MORNING. ARRIVED ON TIME, COMPLETED THE WORK QUICKLY AND CLEANED-UP WHEN FINISHED.
Description of Work: JOB 1: MASTER BEDROOM SHOWER WAS LEAKING THROUGH THE CEILING INTO MY DINING ROOM. ($300) JOB 2: INSTALLED A NEW FAUCET AND SINK DRAIN PIPES FOR A BATHROOM SINK. ($185)

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$485.25

SUSAN T.
11/2005
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
VERY PROFESSIONAL, POLITE, TIDY, DID EXTRA LITTLE THINGS SUCH AS REMOVED DEAD POSSUMS (DON'T ASK). COST LESS THAN I HAD EXPECTED.
Description of Work: REPAIRED DEFECTIVE UNDERGROUND SINK LINE. HAD TO BREAK OUT CONCRETE FLOOR AND DIG OUT CLAY PIPE, REPLACED WITH CAST IRON PIPE, INSTALLED A CLEAN OUT LINE.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,900

Anne B.
11/2005
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION. CONTACTED ME BEFOREHAND TO GET MODEL NUMBER AND MAKE OF TOILETS SO COULD HAVE PARTS WITH HIM. WORKED QUICKLY. WAS VERY CAREFUL TO BE NEAT. WORK WAS VERY GOOD. ONLY NEGATIVE WAS THAT PLUMBER ARRIVED MUCH LATER THAN I WAS TOLD TO EXPECT THEM AND I HAD TO CALL SEVERAL TIMES TO GET A REVISED ETA.
Description of Work: FIXED TWO LEAKING TOILETS, GAVE ESTIMATE TO INSTALL A RAIN SHOWER, AND FIXED SPRAY HOSE PROBLEM ON KITCHEN SINK

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
2.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Contact information

3840 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60613

http://www.powerplumbinginc.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*
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Service Categories

Plumbing,
Drain Cleaning,
Sewer Cleaning,
Water Heaters,
Wells and Pumps,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Natural Gas Lines,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Appliance Repair,
Basement Waterproofing,
Excavating,
General Remodeling

FAQ

Power Plumbing & Sewer Contractor Inc is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Open All Day

Monday: Open All Day

Tuesday: Open All Day

Wednesday: Open All Day

Thursday: Open All Day

Friday: Open All Day

Saturday: Open All Day

Power Plumbing & Sewer Contractor Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check
No, Power Plumbing & Sewer Contractor Inc does not offer free project estimates.
No, Power Plumbing & Sewer Contractor Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Power Plumbing & Sewer Contractor Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Power Plumbing & Sewer Contractor Inc offers emergency services.
No, Power Plumbing & Sewer Contractor Inc does not offer warranties.
Power Plumbing & Sewer Contractor Inc offers the following services: Plumbing, new construction, rehab, kitchen & bathroom remodeling, water heater installation, hydro jet rodding, sewer systems, camera inspections, handicapped fixtures, water filtration systems, flood control, gas piping, tank less heater installation & repair.
Appliance repair.

Contact information

3840 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60613

http://www.powerplumbinginc.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day