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Last update on July 20, 2025
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Licensed, Certified, and Bonded Plumber available for Service Work. 30 years of experience in water services.
Licensed, Certified, and Bonded Plumber available for Service Work. 30 years of experience in water services.
With over 11 years experience in residential and commercial plumbing, Chi-Town Plumbing provides the best plumbing service to the Chicago Land area.
With over 11 years experience in residential and commercial plumbing, Chi-Town Plumbing provides the best plumbing service to the Chicago Land area.
At Pro Water Plumbing we are Just Minutes From your Front Door with Simple, Affordable, and Informative plumbing solutions to all your household concerns. We have trained, licensed, and insured employees to handle your plumbing troubles
At Pro Water Plumbing we are Just Minutes From your Front Door with Simple, Affordable, and Informative plumbing solutions to all your household concerns. We have trained, licensed, and insured employees to handle your plumbing troubles
We are proud to employ 36 people in 2014.we charge only for labor if you supply all materials or we will handle picking up all the materials at 10% above our cost + labor cost to complete work
We are proud to employ 36 people in 2014.we charge only for labor if you supply all materials or we will handle picking up all the materials at 10% above our cost + labor cost to complete work
With over 10 years of experience, DNJ Remodeling and Repair, Inc., is your first choice in any and all of your home improvement needs. We are locally owned and operated delivering quality work at a fair price!
With over 10 years of experience, DNJ Remodeling and Repair, Inc., is your first choice in any and all of your home improvement needs. We are locally owned and operated delivering quality work at a fair price!
APS is a locally and family owned business. Its ran by two brothers who grew up in the trades. We provide nothing but the finest service and craftsmanship.
APS is a locally and family owned business. Its ran by two brothers who grew up in the trades. We provide nothing but the finest service and craftsmanship.
Zima Construction, Inc., is a family run business for over 30 years now. The masterful detail of a classically trained artist gives a strong sense of satisfaction to any project big or small through meticulous detail. The general focus is within home remodeling and commercial rehabilitation centers throughout the midwest. Flooring, Walls, and Pants are the minor cheviots to the functions that are supreme in ideal bathroom design and title renovations.
Zima Construction, Inc., is a family run business for over 30 years now. The masterful detail of a classically trained artist gives a strong sense of satisfaction to any project big or small through meticulous detail. The general focus is within home remodeling and commercial rehabilitation centers throughout the midwest. Flooring, Walls, and Pants are the minor cheviots to the functions that are supreme in ideal bathroom design and title renovations.
Small company with personal service from Owner/President. No job is too big. We excel at performing HIGH quality work at affordable prices.
Small company with personal service from Owner/President. No job is too big. We excel at performing HIGH quality work at affordable prices.
"Jim installed a new kitchen hood vent/fan, made minor repairs to cabinet hinges/installed magnetic clasps, and recaulked a shower stall. Showed up when he said he would, work was done right and he cleaned up after himself!"
JULIA H on May 2019
"Jim installed a new kitchen hood vent/fan, made minor repairs to cabinet hinges/installed magnetic clasps, and recaulked a shower stall. Showed up when he said he would, work was done right and he cleaned up after himself!"
JULIA H on May 2019
JR Handyman And Construction has been servicing the Chicagoland area since 1986. We are family operated, father and son, and employ 10 others. There is no job too small or too big. There are licensed plumbers and electricians on our staff, JR Handyman takes pride in our work and good care for our customers. Your satisfaction is our highest reward. We do free estimates and inspections.
JR Handyman And Construction has been servicing the Chicagoland area since 1986. We are family operated, father and son, and employ 10 others. There is no job too small or too big. There are licensed plumbers and electricians on our staff, JR Handyman takes pride in our work and good care for our customers. Your satisfaction is our highest reward. We do free estimates and inspections.
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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