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Last update on August 10, 2025
A Better Water Treatment Co is a company specializing in residential water treatment solutions. We are an authorized Hellenbrand dealer - an industry leading manufacturer of state-of-the-art water systems. We serve residential and commercial customers in McHenry, Lake, Cook, and Kane County who are not happy with the quality of their water and are looking for cost-effective solutions. Our company offers every customer a neat, clean, and highly professional installation.
A Better Water Treatment Co is a company specializing in residential water treatment solutions. We are an authorized Hellenbrand dealer - an industry leading manufacturer of state-of-the-art water systems. We serve residential and commercial customers in McHenry, Lake, Cook, and Kane County who are not happy with the quality of their water and are looking for cost-effective solutions. Our company offers every customer a neat, clean, and highly professional installation.
JH Bollweg & Sons Inc has been established since 1926. We specialize in: Plumbing Electrical Street Lighting Well Pumps Sump Pumps Water Systems Water Heaters Softeners Filters Trenching We also offer Sales and Service. Please give us a call for your Plumbing needs.
"We were on well water when our pipes sprung a leak. Unfortunately, our pipes are under the driveway and masonry walls. So we opted to tap in to city water. John Bollweg and an assistant did all the plumbing work and had a driller/borer put a line through the front yard. They prepared us in advance for what was needed, such as clearing out a section of the basement for the work and repairing the front easement after the work was completed. The job went smoothly, much more than we expected since it was complicated. John came the day before the drilling to install the interior pipe in preparation. The driller/borer came the next day and did the underground work while John excavated outside and hooked everything up inside. The entire crew was efficient and professional. They cleaned up after themselves."
SUSAN V on July 2019
JH Bollweg & Sons Inc has been established since 1926. We specialize in: Plumbing Electrical Street Lighting Well Pumps Sump Pumps Water Systems Water Heaters Softeners Filters Trenching We also offer Sales and Service. Please give us a call for your Plumbing needs.
"We were on well water when our pipes sprung a leak. Unfortunately, our pipes are under the driveway and masonry walls. So we opted to tap in to city water. John Bollweg and an assistant did all the plumbing work and had a driller/borer put a line through the front yard. They prepared us in advance for what was needed, such as clearing out a section of the basement for the work and repairing the front easement after the work was completed. The job went smoothly, much more than we expected since it was complicated. John came the day before the drilling to install the interior pipe in preparation. The driller/borer came the next day and did the underground work while John excavated outside and hooked everything up inside. The entire crew was efficient and professional. They cleaned up after themselves."
SUSAN V on July 2019
We specialize in providing quality services to our customers. We offer complete water filtration systems to residential and commercial customers. Our products are cost effective reliable.
We specialize in providing quality services to our customers. We offer complete water filtration systems to residential and commercial customers. Our products are cost effective reliable.
We are a non union plumbing and sewer company. We do service work, remodeling and light commercial work.
We are a non union plumbing and sewer company. We do service work, remodeling and light commercial work.
Fox Valley Plumbing & Backflow of Elgin, Illinois takes care of all your plumbing, drainage and sewer needs. With our Exceptional Service Guarantee program, you can rest assured that we'll get the job done right immediately.
Fox Valley Plumbing & Backflow of Elgin, Illinois takes care of all your plumbing, drainage and sewer needs. With our Exceptional Service Guarantee program, you can rest assured that we'll get the job done right immediately.
Now is our 30th year anniversary! High quality work at reasonable prices. Super Service Award since 2012. Great deals and extras that other companies don't offer. For example free Super Fans that really work! Check out over 200 reviews! Contact Watkins today for any of your carpet or upholstery cleaning needs at (909) 708-6229.
"Great smell free"
Zack A on December 2019
Now is our 30th year anniversary! High quality work at reasonable prices. Super Service Award since 2012. Great deals and extras that other companies don't offer. For example free Super Fans that really work! Check out over 200 reviews! Contact Watkins today for any of your carpet or upholstery cleaning needs at (909) 708-6229.
"Great smell free"
Zack A on December 2019
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"Very well."
Alyson D on May 2018
See website for additional ares. All items having to do with plumbing. Additional DBAs - Pjf Plumbing & Heating, PJF Plumbing & Heating LLC.
"Very well."
Alyson D on May 2018
One Stop Pro is a plumbing, electrical, and HVAC contractor in DuPage County, IL, dedicated to serving customers with the best in service and quality. Our customers stand behind the statement of "Surpassing Expectations". Our goal throughout a project is to: Lessen our impact on your life as much as humanly possible. Leave a site so clean the only way to tell we were there is the work we leave behind. Supply and install only the best available products. Leave you with total peace of mind that your project was completed to the highest of standards.
"The plumber was professional and efficient. He showed up earlier than expected and got the job done quickly and well."
Helen W on June 2022
One Stop Pro is a plumbing, electrical, and HVAC contractor in DuPage County, IL, dedicated to serving customers with the best in service and quality. Our customers stand behind the statement of "Surpassing Expectations". Our goal throughout a project is to: Lessen our impact on your life as much as humanly possible. Leave a site so clean the only way to tell we were there is the work we leave behind. Supply and install only the best available products. Leave you with total peace of mind that your project was completed to the highest of standards.
"The plumber was professional and efficient. He showed up earlier than expected and got the job done quickly and well."
Helen W on June 2022
Hi. My name is Scott and I am the owner of Plumb-It Inc. I am a 6 year army infantry veteran and have been plumbing for 12 years now. We are a newer company with low overhead so we can provide you with the top notch service of a larger company without the high pricing. We are experienced with all facets of plumbing to include service, remodeling, and new construction, commercial and residential. Honesty, integrity, and respect are cornerstones of my life philosophy, and I employ these characteristics in my daily work and dealings with people
"Scott, was very knowledgeable and responsive. He showed up on time and explained clearly what the situation. I've used him 3 times now because I know he is reliable, fair and knowledgeable. 1st time I spoke with him on the phone he was very patient with me and walked me through the problem. As to why the Hot water had a weird smell. He spent close to 30 mins on the phone with me. I will also call Scott whenever I have any plumbing issues."
JACQUELINE O on July 2022
Hi. My name is Scott and I am the owner of Plumb-It Inc. I am a 6 year army infantry veteran and have been plumbing for 12 years now. We are a newer company with low overhead so we can provide you with the top notch service of a larger company without the high pricing. We are experienced with all facets of plumbing to include service, remodeling, and new construction, commercial and residential. Honesty, integrity, and respect are cornerstones of my life philosophy, and I employ these characteristics in my daily work and dealings with people
"Scott, was very knowledgeable and responsive. He showed up on time and explained clearly what the situation. I've used him 3 times now because I know he is reliable, fair and knowledgeable. 1st time I spoke with him on the phone he was very patient with me and walked me through the problem. As to why the Hot water had a weird smell. He spent close to 30 mins on the phone with me. I will also call Scott whenever I have any plumbing issues."
JACQUELINE O on July 2022
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.