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Papa Bears Remodeling and Landscape Inc.
1450 SE River Rd
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Papa Bears Remodeling and Landscape Inc.
1450 SE River Rd
2.00(
4
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15 years of experience

Papa Bear's Remodeling and Landscaping is a custom home remodeling and landscaping specialist. We are a small company in which the owner is involved in every project and oversees all work. Subcontractors are not used so you deal with the same faces every day and every job. We offer free estimates for all jobs and offer extremely competitive prices. All Angie's List members receive 10% off the final labor price. We have over 15 years of experience so you can be assured we offer the quality and expertise to make all your home remodeling dreams come true. We service all the chicagoland and surrounding areas. Feel free to call to schedule your free in home consultation or stop by our showroom at 1450 SE River Rd Suite A in Montgomery IL 60538, conveniently located near the corner of SE River Rd (Rt. 25) and Mill St. We look forward to helping you improve the look, value, and comfort of your home one project at a time.

Papa Bear's Remodeling and Landscaping is a custom home remodeling and landscaping specialist. We are a small company in which the owner is involved in every project and oversees all work. Subcontractors are not used so you deal with the same faces every day and every job. We offer free estimates for all jobs and offer extremely competitive prices. All Angie's List members receive 10% off the final labor price. We have over 15 years of experience so you can be assured we offer the quality and expertise to make all your home remodeling dreams come true. We service all the chicagoland and surrounding areas. Feel free to call to schedule your free in home consultation or stop by our showroom at 1450 SE River Rd Suite A in Montgomery IL 60538, conveniently located near the corner of SE River Rd (Rt. 25) and Mill St. We look forward to helping you improve the look, value, and comfort of your home one project at a time.


Bates Water Solutions, Inc
760 N Frontage Rd. Suite 103
No reviews
Bates Water Solutions, Inc
760 N Frontage Rd. Suite 103
No reviews
17 years of experience

We are a small service orientated co, but can service all systems, small to very large systems and are dedicated to providing the best service and solutions by being fair and honest. A live person will answer your call most of the time, mornings and evenings. We have over 35+ years in servicing water problema and all water treatment equipment.

We are a small service orientated co, but can service all systems, small to very large systems and are dedicated to providing the best service and solutions by being fair and honest. A live person will answer your call most of the time, mornings and evenings. We have over 35+ years in servicing water problema and all water treatment equipment.


Citi Appliances
3530 W Peterson Ave
2.50(
4
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Citi Appliances
3530 W Peterson Ave
2.50(
4
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50 years of experience

Service Charge only $50, and waived upon repair. No extra charge for Nights, Weekends, and Holidays. We have no trip charge, and service 100 miles of Downtown Chicago.

Service Charge only $50, and waived upon repair. No extra charge for Nights, Weekends, and Holidays. We have no trip charge, and service 100 miles of Downtown Chicago.


Small and friendly family-owned residential and commercial remodeling business.


Aqua City Plumbing & Sewer Inc
940 W Woodland Ave
5.00(
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Aqua City Plumbing & Sewer Inc
940 W Woodland Ave
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned and operated small business corporation, licensed and bonded in the state of Illinois. My father has been a plumber for last 39 years. He never let me take a summer job saying that" flipping burgers" will not teach me much. Twenty five years later, I realize how right he was. I learned a lot from how he handled his trade and conducted his business with determination, quality work and honesty. Today, my brother and I handle the operation of our company and do most of the work ourselves as our father still "watches over our shoulder" daily. I don't think he believes in retirement. That is who we are. When you choose our service, you'll always know the price before we start any work. We do not believe in "trip charges" so you don't have to pay us for a hand shake. We offer free estimates, during normal business hours, and fast emergency service, usually 30 minutes to an hour. Give us a call and see what separates us from our competitors.

We are a family owned and operated small business corporation, licensed and bonded in the state of Illinois. My father has been a plumber for last 39 years. He never let me take a summer job saying that" flipping burgers" will not teach me much. Twenty five years later, I realize how right he was. I learned a lot from how he handled his trade and conducted his business with determination, quality work and honesty. Today, my brother and I handle the operation of our company and do most of the work ourselves as our father still "watches over our shoulder" daily. I don't think he believes in retirement. That is who we are. When you choose our service, you'll always know the price before we start any work. We do not believe in "trip charges" so you don't have to pay us for a hand shake. We offer free estimates, during normal business hours, and fast emergency service, usually 30 minutes to an hour. Give us a call and see what separates us from our competitors.


D & S Construction
1026 Idlewild
1.00(
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D & S Construction
1026 Idlewild
1.00(
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Customers say: Super punctual
45 years of experience

As a local contractor for almost 30 years, I have always operated under the policy of ensuring the highest quality of work through personal involvement in every one of my projects. All of our clients' projects receive our complete attention from start to finish, as we do not begin our next project until after we finish our current one. Furthermore, my formal training in many phases of the construction field has allowed me to raise the bar on each project. This extra training has helped me considerably in coordinating my subcontractors, who are among the best in their field. My extra knowledge and expertise has also allowed me to better understand and work with architects and local building inspectors. My 30 years of involvement and renovation in the local community has gone beyond construction, extending into various projects such as improving the local education system. I feel a well-structured community is as important to your home and neighborhood as the work we do within those homes. With that in mind, it is our goal to help make each one better. Take advantage of our specials for all of your kitchen, bathroom, or basement remodeling needs.

As a local contractor for almost 30 years, I have always operated under the policy of ensuring the highest quality of work through personal involvement in every one of my projects. All of our clients' projects receive our complete attention from start to finish, as we do not begin our next project until after we finish our current one. Furthermore, my formal training in many phases of the construction field has allowed me to raise the bar on each project. This extra training has helped me considerably in coordinating my subcontractors, who are among the best in their field. My extra knowledge and expertise has also allowed me to better understand and work with architects and local building inspectors. My 30 years of involvement and renovation in the local community has gone beyond construction, extending into various projects such as improving the local education system. I feel a well-structured community is as important to your home and neighborhood as the work we do within those homes. With that in mind, it is our goal to help make each one better. Take advantage of our specials for all of your kitchen, bathroom, or basement remodeling needs.


Elite Sewer & Drain
9355 W Bernice
1.00(
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Elite Sewer & Drain
9355 W Bernice
1.00(
1
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25 years of experience

Family owned & operated. Always able to talk to an owner. All work preformed by elite employees not sub-contractors. Over the phones quotes & free on site estimates, no travel time charges, 20% off for angie's list members up to $100.00 payment plans available for needed repairs. We don't fix it, you don't pay for it. Additional phone - (708) 867-4300.

Family owned & operated. Always able to talk to an owner. All work preformed by elite employees not sub-contractors. Over the phones quotes & free on site estimates, no travel time charges, 20% off for angie's list members up to $100.00 payment plans available for needed repairs. We don't fix it, you don't pay for it. Additional phone - (708) 867-4300.


Century Bay Builders Inc
27864 Irma Lee Cir Ste 103
5.00(
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Century Bay Builders Inc
27864 Irma Lee Cir Ste 103
5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Century Bay Builders is a luxury custom home builder and professional remodeler serving Lake County, North Shore and Chicago-land communities since 1981. We specialize in energy efficient design and environmentally friendly building practices. As a family operated business, with 6 employees, we understand the importance of your home and the impact contruction has on your lives. That is why we streamline the building process to reduce the effects on your daily lives. All of our Subcontractors are licensed and insured and maintain a level of quality consistant with our extremely high standards. As full service builders, we provide free estimates and initial design consultations in order to give you a realistic project cost and scope.

Century Bay Builders is a luxury custom home builder and professional remodeler serving Lake County, North Shore and Chicago-land communities since 1981. We specialize in energy efficient design and environmentally friendly building practices. As a family operated business, with 6 employees, we understand the importance of your home and the impact contruction has on your lives. That is why we streamline the building process to reduce the effects on your daily lives. All of our Subcontractors are licensed and insured and maintain a level of quality consistant with our extremely high standards. As full service builders, we provide free estimates and initial design consultations in order to give you a realistic project cost and scope.


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FAQs for water softener service projects in Chicago, IL

The license requirements for water softener installation depend on your location. Some municipalities require that the installer hold a plumbing license, some require a permit and an inspection, but no license for the installer, and some require a permit and a license for the installer. Regardless of the local laws in your area, it’s always a good idea to hire a licensed plumber or installer. These pros will install your system properly and have the experience to size the system appropriately. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to check your installer’s license status.

Water softeners are worth the money if you live in an area with hard water. Hard water is safe to drink, but it poses serious threats to your plumbing system. The minerals in hard water will gradually build up on the inside walls of your pipes, reducing water flow to your fixtures. The minerals can also gradually corrode your plumbing system, reduce its lifespan, and increase the risk of leaks. Hard water also makes soap and detergent less effective. Water softener systems can solve all these issues, making them a great investment.

It’s possible to install a water softener yourself, but we don’t recommend it. Water softeners require working with copper pipes and electrical wiring, neither are suitable tasks for most DIYers. Plus, working with water and electricity together is dangerous and could pose a risk to your safety. Water softeners also need to be calibrated so that they don’t make your water too soft, as soft water poses just as many risks as hard water. Overall, it’s well worth hiring a local water softener installer to place your water softener system.

The cost to install a water softener system is $1,500 on average, ranging between $200 and $6,000. The labor for water softener work typically costs between $150 and $1,000, so you can add that to your equipment costs to get an accurate total. Your price will depend on many factors, including the following:

  • System capacity 

  • Home size

  • Water hardness levels

  • Type of water softener

  • Presence of electricity in the installation area

  • Local permit costs

Your water softener size is based on your total household water consumption. In most cases, you can assume the average household member will use around 75 gallons per day. Multiply that by the number of people in your home, then multiply by 10 (for the typical grains per gallon). You’ll get a number in grains that should help roughly size your water softener. However, it’s best to hire a professional to install your system and use more exact numbers, like your exact average water consumption per day and starting water hardness.

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