Description of Work: Regrouted bathtub, plastered/sanded ceiling from bathtub leak and re-painted ceiling and entire stairwell/hallway. Sam was extremely meticulous and did a great job on the repairs. We would not hesitate to use him for future jobs and we definitely would refer our friends.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500
Diane C.
07/2015
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
 + 0 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$109.01
Linda G.
07/2015
5.0
electrician, plumbing
 + 0 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Nenita B.
07/2015
5.0
electrician, plumbing
 + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Unclogged the bedroom sink
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$119
Thomas T.
05/2015
5.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
Not much else to say.
Description of Work: I had a severely clogged kitched drain that I couldn't unplug using a plunger, etc. I called Urban Construction and Same Reid came right over and fixed the problem.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
Thomas T.
08/2013
5.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
This wasn't his fault.
Description of Work: I called to have a disposal replaced and Sam didn't respond, so I wrote a negative review. It turned out he was on vacation.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Kelsey T.
06/2012
5.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
ter
Description of Work: This is the 2nd time I've called Sam of Urban Construction. He always answers the phone or return calls promptly. This last time he unclogged a very tricky grease trap system. It took him much longer than planned but he stuck with it, cleaned everything up afterwards, and has a good attitude. On a previous visit he installed a new garbage disposal. I own several condos and will continue to call him whenever plumbing needs arise.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Thomas T.
06/2012
1.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
.Poorly.
Description of Work: On 6/15/12, my disposal broke and made it impossible to use the kitchen sink. Sam of Urban Construction had installed thisdisposal about 2 years earlier and had done 2 other plumbing jobs for me. I was quite satisfied with his work, so I called himon Friday evening and left a message. I called him twice and e-mailed him on Saturday but received no response. I called him this am and again he didn't reply.Unless he is on vacation, there is no excuse for not getting back to me. Tom Tobin
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
CATHERINE G.
02/2012
5.0
woodworking
 + -1 more
See Above
Description of Work: Sam did a great job and I would recommend him highly. The repair involved replacing a window frame, which was in worse condition than we hed thought. The wood had rotted thru into the interior window sill. Sam, and his helper had to remove the entire window, rebuild the area, re-frame, paint, seal and re-install the window. They worked on it until it was done-and did a wonderful job. He also removed, and re-built a storm door frame.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
Maureen J.
04/2011
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair
 + 0 more
See above.
Description of Work: This is really second-hand from my son, Brad, who hired Sam Reid on Angie's List's recommendation. Brad, who was a housing inspector, is highly impressed with Sam and his work and would definitely use him again. The work involved reworking washer/dryer hookups and installing an instant water heater, as well as some other smaller jobs in the kitchen and bathrooms. I don't know all the details. Sam's estimate was $400 under another plumber's. This is to be my second home and my son is trying to get the place walk-in ready for me, and based on his report, I'll call Sam when I get around to re-doing the kitchen.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,850
LAURA M.
03/2010
5.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
Great, Read above!
Description of Work: Sam is great! This is the second time we used this company for emergency plumbing issues. After contacting a number of " Emergency" plumbers, ( which most go straight into voice mail, he answers!) each time they were the only one's to come to the rescue, really making a true effort at arriving ASAP! That is VERY meaningfull when your entire unit is flooding and you can't keep up with it or stop it! This time he told me over the phone how to temporaily stop the problem until he arrived. We've had this same sump pump problem before, but he was the first plumber to explain it to me until I really "got it". His prices are very reasonable, he is very pleasant, and I would highly reccomend him!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$460
Kelsey T.
08/2008
5.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
Called this company to replace a garbage disposal because of the smaller size company (I always prefer the little guys to the big companies) and good reviews on Angie's List. Sam Reid of Urban Construction answered right away and counseled me on the different types of garbage disposals out there for me to purchase. When I purchased the new disposal I found that his advice really helped in the selection process. Sam called me when he was on the way and arrived right on time and got right to work. I was concerned that the current sink flange wouldn't come off because I had used some industrial strength glue to seal it up a couple of years previous but Sam was able to work the flange off and replace it with the new one in the disposal kit. The disposal was installed perfectly and he also fixed some of the plumbing I had been having problems with. He needed some parts but he had them in his truck. It's been several weeks now and everything works perfectly with no leaks. I have several condos I rent out and I will definitely call Sam when a problem comes up.
Description of Work: Installed new garbage disposal.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$160
Todd T.
07/2008
5.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
They arrived quickly when I had water draining from my ceiling, and they quickly fixed the problem. They had to cut two large holes in the ceiling to access the drain, which they were able to patch with new drywall and joint compound. The subsequent coats of joint compound took several days which is absolutely understandable. However, they didn't show-up one day they said they would which was frustrating do to previous commitments. In addition, all the dust from sanding created a big mess and I wish they had done a better job containing the dust. Maybe there's a better way to contain that stuff I don't know about. That said, the quality of the plumbing and quality of their finish work was great.
Description of Work: Cut into the ceiling to fix a leaking and improperly installed drain for a jacuzzi tub. Then they fixed and repaired drywall on the ceiling.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
3.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$555
Nathan S.
04/2008
5.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
Sam was great! He came by the same day I called (which I didn't expect at all). Very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. He got everything fixed really quickly. I will definitely call him again for any future plumbing needs.
Description of Work: I had 2 showers valves in my new house that would only allow for luke warm water. Sam dismantled, cleaned and repaired the faulty shower valves - we can now take fully hot showers!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$90
Donna A.
04/2008
5.0
woodworking
 + -1 more
He showed up on time, with a helper to get the job done faster, with materials in hand.
Description of Work: Once again I had the pleasure of using Urban Construction to repair exterior stairways that rotted and became dangerous.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$900
Jennifer F.
03/2008
5.0
electrician, plumbing
 + 0 more
Sam provided plumbing and electrical work in our condo, which was built in the 60's and has plenty of issues that make renovations difficult. Sam was great and went out of his way to make sure I was happy. We had issues with plumbing valves that needed to be replaced and he installed a sink and faucet plumbing that we tricky. He also fixed and replaced several outlets. Sam was great! Highly recommended.
Description of Work: Plumbing; valve replacement and sink and spread faucet installation. Replacement outlets and breakers.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
JANE N.
09/2007
4.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
He was pretty pricey. Installed the kit. He did a fine job.
Description of Work: Tank kept running on toilet. I bought the kit to install in the tank and he installed it for me.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$123
GARY W.
08/2007
5.0
ceramic tile, drywall, flooring contractor, plumbing, home remodeling
 + 3 more
Sam did an excellent job. His estimate was accurate, he finished the job ahead of schedule, and the work that he did was immaculate. Moreover, he really went above-and-beyond for me. To save costs, I ordered the tiles myself. Halfway through the job, Sam discovered that I had accidentally gotten a couple of boxes of mismatched tiles. He drove all over Chicago looking for a match for me, and wound up getting the correct tiles for me. If you are having plumbing work done in Chicago, give Sam a call!
Description of Work: I had an ugly bathtub. I had the old tub removed, the tiles and walls removed, and a new shower basin, fixtures, and walls and tiles installed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,100
MICHELLE M.
08/2007
5.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
Sam was very responsive and efficient. He was helpful and pleasant to work with.
Description of Work: Sam changed the gasket on my toilet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$60
Charlotte L.
05/2007
5.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
Overall, it went well. Sam had to find unique ways to fix the pipe because of its location. The pipe is in a very small crawlspace.
Description of Work: A pipe burst during the cold snap. Sam came over, diagnosed the problem, and fixed the pipe.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Donna A.
01/2007
5.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
Sam is a skilled plumber, electrician, installs kitchen cabinets, drywall, framing, and can repair just about anything. Truly "handy" because his hours are 7 AM to 7 PM, weekends if need be and an occasional holiday if an emergency arises. He works with other professionals so no project is too big, or too little.
Description of Work: Fixed a very expensive faucet set without having to replace a single part. On New Year's eve no less! Respectful of your home while working. Upfront regarding costs and process. Very knowledgeable.
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Service Categories
Plumbing,
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Handyman Services,
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FAQ
URBAN CONSTRUCTION is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
URBAN CONSTRUCTION accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, URBAN CONSTRUCTION offers free project estimates.
No, URBAN CONSTRUCTION does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, URBAN CONSTRUCTION does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, URBAN CONSTRUCTION offers emergency services.
No, URBAN CONSTRUCTION does not offer warranties.
URBAN CONSTRUCTION offers the following services: PLUMBING, SEWER WORK, POWER RODDING, ELECTRICAL, CARPENTRY AND HANDY MAN SERVICES.