connection into the basement, kitchen drain leak, a leak from a pedestal sink in half-bath, and my request for a higher quality outdoor spigot which I could never tighten to keep it from dripping. He came to correct the leaks, however the pedestal sink continued to leak, and my tenant closed the valve behind the sink and just didn't use it. When my tenant readied to move to a home they purchased 2-1/2 years later....she told me, by the way, that pedestal sink leak never got fixed. While I was completing the second renovation which Kratzner had been hired for, I called Schmitt plumbing who corrected Kratzner's work at a cost of $170.90. On May 7, 2015 the last plumbing item on the second renovation was to hook up a power vent water heater in the basement of the new construction. During this time while installing new siding I had no need to go into the basement but when I did when the electricians needed to get to the breaker box, the newly installed valve Kratzner used to hook up the water heater had split and was spraying water in all directions. I called Kratzner immediately May 26th to fix the leak and 24 hours later he replaced the defective new valve. As a result of this leak the 500 sq. feet of 3/4 inch hardwood flooring above showed warping (cupping) six weeks afterward. In a certified letter to him I asked that his insurance pay for the sanding of my new flooring but he did not address me by phone, mail, or in person. I saw him in person at his residence (which incidentally is not the address listed for business purposes). Without a word mentioned at all about a law suit either in my letter or in person he accused me of trying to get something for nothing. He was rude and abruptly went on his way and said "Have a good day". My plumber Dalke of many years had retired and I gave Kratzner a try. He has a young family, new in town. I have paid him always on completion of work a total of $8585. on two renovation jobs. He treated me, a loyal customer, quite badly. He said he fulfilled his responsibility of replacing the defective valve ...and at no further cost to me... and.that I waited too long; that I should go to my own insurance company to pay for the damage done.. This plumber works alone and I get the feeling he doesn't like having to go out in emergencies. He actually told me that. In my personal residence an old pipe broke on a Friday and I waited until the next Monday for him to put new plastic to reconnect. We used rain barrel water for flushing and bottled water for drinking and cooking. But the defective parts and/or his assembling resulting in my warped, newly laid flooring was the last straw. It is hard to gauge how he figures work time, also. He comes and leaves often on the job and then lingers to opine. And count the leaks; six of them. "Leaks are Me" is what comes to mind now. He should add it under his "skull and bones" logo. Beware.
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"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/genoa/s-and-a-maintenance-services-inc-reviews-2334472.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Columbo and Sons LLC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Marvin B."},"reviewBody":"The quality of the work was excellent and pricing was very reasonable. He's built a number of things that I'm familiar with. Being a plumber in Illinois I've been around a lot of contractors so I know his work is good."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/az/mesa/columbo-and-sons-llc-reviews-7773670.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"WOODCRAFTERS INC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"A B."},"reviewBody":"I thought the price I paid Woodcrafters was reasonable, especially for the amount of detail that they went into. We had about a 2 1/2 month relationship with them on a daily basis. They showed up on time and they cleaned up. That is what blew my mind. The clean up the did before they left. I didn't have Burger King wrappers in the yard. They swept and took debris away on a daily basis. I think they are very professional and easy to work with. They are busy, but they are busy because they are very good. They are in demand, because they have such a good work ethic. They were able to recommend other people for like the plumbing, electrical, and flooring that they had worked with. That was huge, because they weren't going to put their name to it if they weren't good. Being new to the area that was great to have the recommendations from them since it was what was going to top off their work. They were an A across the board."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/dixon/woodcrafters-inc-reviews-5482256.htm"},"position":10}]}
Affordable Plumbing reviews from real Angi homeowners in Dixon, IL
Last update on October 14, 2025
Bersabel A.
5.0
12/2023
Very nice people, excellent customer care and professional service with affordable price. They made my carpet look like new!
Lyndsay B.
2.0
03/2022
This was disappointing. I needed to replace an old 40 gallons, 40,000 btu Bradford White water heater that had started leaking and the pilot light kept going out. I compared dozens of options from several major retailers and really wanted to upgrade to possibly a 50 gallon tank and 60,000 btu...
It was excellent. They are great plumbers. I don’t remember the cost but I know it was fair.
Carrie C.
5.0
07/2015
From the top of the house into the basement: electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling! Each section was replaced with top of the line, brand-name products with guarantees and warranties to match. Each and every person I met was nothing less than exceptional: they were patient, ...
Mark C.
5.0
05/2014
Bob is a one man operation and he is personable and full of plumbing knowledge. I worked around his busy schedule and everything was done to my satisfaction. I liked that he solved the check valve problem using his common sense. He thought the pump not shutting off completely was due to some...
Keith D.
5.0
05/2013
Andy called me with an opening a week earlier than he originally scheduled us. He was punctual and professional. We recapped again what he and his helper would do when he arrived. Andy re-supported the load bearing solid wall before cutting out the section we needed removed. He also cut...
Marvin B.
5.0
04/2013
The quality of the work was excellent and pricing was very reasonable. He's built a number of things that I'm familiar with. Being a plumber in Illinois I've been around a lot of contractors so I know his work is good.
Five Star Bath Solutions of is the top-of-the-line bathroom remodeling company. We've earned this title by using advanced technology, custom products, and attention to customer service. Using innovative software, Five Star Bath Solutions professionals will deliver a detailed estimate for your bathroom renovation project at an affordable price. We believe in setting standards for how projects are estimated, installed, and completed and passing that value on to you.
"Everyone that we dealt with couldn?t have been nicer. We had a tub to shower conversion which was completed in one day. Matt, the installer, laid a tarp down from the door to our bathroom to protect the floors. He asked for our input when he was installing the shelves and grab bars. After he finished cleaning everything up he explained how to used the new shower head and what to use to clean the surface. The next day we texted him with a question and he immediately answered. We couldn?t be happier with the job done and the professionalism of the company."
Faith H on February 2025
Five Star Bath Solutions of is the top-of-the-line bathroom remodeling company. We've earned this title by using advanced technology, custom products, and attention to customer service. Using innovative software, Five Star Bath Solutions professionals will deliver a detailed estimate for your bathroom renovation project at an affordable price. We believe in setting standards for how projects are estimated, installed, and completed and passing that value on to you.
"Everyone that we dealt with couldn?t have been nicer. We had a tub to shower conversion which was completed in one day. Matt, the installer, laid a tarp down from the door to our bathroom to protect the floors. He asked for our input when he was installing the shelves and grab bars. After he finished cleaning everything up he explained how to used the new shower head and what to use to clean the surface. The next day we texted him with a question and he immediately answered. We couldn?t be happier with the job done and the professionalism of the company."
Founded in 2016, Renuity operates with the belief that everyone deserves to be treated with the utmost honesty and respect. Our dedicated consultants and KOHLER-certified installation specialists work hard to provide customized products at affordable prices. We are proud to use American-engineered products that provide a lifetime of beauty, and with limited lifetime warranties, you can be sure your investment is well-protected. Our goal is always to provide a positive remodeling experience, and everyone on our staff contributes to making sure we do.
"They were able to start project in a timely manner and finished I 1 day."
Donna B on May 2025
Founded in 2016, Renuity operates with the belief that everyone deserves to be treated with the utmost honesty and respect. Our dedicated consultants and KOHLER-certified installation specialists work hard to provide customized products at affordable prices. We are proud to use American-engineered products that provide a lifetime of beauty, and with limited lifetime warranties, you can be sure your investment is well-protected. Our goal is always to provide a positive remodeling experience, and everyone on our staff contributes to making sure we do.
"They were able to start project in a timely manner and finished I 1 day."
Triple Service, Inc., is a full service company that has provided service to the North Central Illinois Area for over 60 years. We were founded in 1950 by Glen Wade, and we are a 3rd generation family owned and operated company. Our top priority is to provide high quality service to each client. Our professional and customer oriented plumbers will assist you with all of your needs.
"The plumbing manager and assistant were very good pleased with prompt service and advice. Thank you"
Marian R on December 2022
Triple Service, Inc., is a full service company that has provided service to the North Central Illinois Area for over 60 years. We were founded in 1950 by Glen Wade, and we are a 3rd generation family owned and operated company. Our top priority is to provide high quality service to each client. Our professional and customer oriented plumbers will assist you with all of your needs.
"The plumbing manager and assistant were very good pleased with prompt service and advice. Thank you"
Got water in your basement? Dealing with a leaky foundation or a wet crawl space? At MidAmerica Basement Systems, we've got you covered. We offer effective solutions to dry out your wet basement, fix your crawl space, and restore the structural integrity of your home. We also specialize in installing seamless gutters to redirect water away from your foundation and provide expert concrete repair to fix cracked walkways, patios, and more. Call us today to find out how we can help! We look forward to earning your business.
"Great communication and timely work"
Robert S on October 2025
Got water in your basement? Dealing with a leaky foundation or a wet crawl space? At MidAmerica Basement Systems, we've got you covered. We offer effective solutions to dry out your wet basement, fix your crawl space, and restore the structural integrity of your home. We also specialize in installing seamless gutters to redirect water away from your foundation and provide expert concrete repair to fix cracked walkways, patios, and more. Call us today to find out how we can help! We look forward to earning your business.
Five Star Bath Solutions of is the top-of-the-line bathroom remodeling company. We've earned this title by using advanced technology, custom products, and attention to customer service. Using innovative software, Five Star Bath Solutions professionals will deliver a detailed estimate for your bathroom renovation project at an affordable price. We believe in setting standards for how projects are estimated, installed, and completed and passing that value on to you.
"We are so pleased at the exceptional job that Five Star has done for us. From start to finish, it was a great experience. They provided quality products and worked within our budget. Matt and Paul did a professional job on installation and cleaned up after each day and completed the project within 2 days. We would highly recommend this company to anyone remodeling their bathroom. "
Maureen R on September 2025
Five Star Bath Solutions of is the top-of-the-line bathroom remodeling company. We've earned this title by using advanced technology, custom products, and attention to customer service. Using innovative software, Five Star Bath Solutions professionals will deliver a detailed estimate for your bathroom renovation project at an affordable price. We believe in setting standards for how projects are estimated, installed, and completed and passing that value on to you.
"We are so pleased at the exceptional job that Five Star has done for us. From start to finish, it was a great experience. They provided quality products and worked within our budget. Matt and Paul did a professional job on installation and cleaned up after each day and completed the project within 2 days. We would highly recommend this company to anyone remodeling their bathroom. "
We offer exeptional customer service, high quality services, competive pricing, reliable delivery, soulutions to customers needs and ethical practices.
We offer exeptional customer service, high quality services, competive pricing, reliable delivery, soulutions to customers needs and ethical practices.
Hello im rick im a welder at heart and do it every day i do have a small welder for small jobs of all kinds .but i guess u can say im like a jack of all trades but master of none but im pretty good at most of the things i do from painting inside and outsides of houses to landscaping lil bricck work .just ask and if i feel comfortable doing what you need ill be sure happy to get it done for you..
Hello im rick im a welder at heart and do it every day i do have a small welder for small jobs of all kinds .but i guess u can say im like a jack of all trades but master of none but im pretty good at most of the things i do from painting inside and outsides of houses to landscaping lil bricck work .just ask and if i feel comfortable doing what you need ill be sure happy to get it done for you..
We're a small family oriented company that started in 2017, we do general construction inside, and outside, we do it all, remodeling (renovation) is what we specialize in. We take pride in our work we treat your property like its our own to its little final detail we make it perfect
We're a small family oriented company that started in 2017, we do general construction inside, and outside, we do it all, remodeling (renovation) is what we specialize in. We take pride in our work we treat your property like its our own to its little final detail we make it perfect
Calyx Contracting offers general remodeling and building services for all your remodeling needs such as kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, basements, and outdoor as well. We are local owned and operated and come from previous generations that have teach us skills and experience to perform a quality work for our customers.
Calyx Contracting offers general remodeling and building services for all your remodeling needs such as kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, basements, and outdoor as well. We are local owned and operated and come from previous generations that have teach us skills and experience to perform a quality work for our customers.
Here at Weigant Home Improvement, we do anything from changing an outlet to remodeling your home, from doing some landscaping to a backyard project there is no job too big or too small give us a call today for your free estimate.
"Great!!! And thank you"
Cynthia L on July 2025
Here at Weigant Home Improvement, we do anything from changing an outlet to remodeling your home, from doing some landscaping to a backyard project there is no job too big or too small give us a call today for your free estimate.
"Great!!! And thank you"
Cynthia L on July 2025
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FAQs for affordable plumbing projects in Dixon, IL
Yes, most states require plumbers to be licensed, and for good reason. Hiring an unlicensed plumber could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations.
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Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.
It’s possible to snake minor drain clogs yourself, provided they sit within a foot or two of the drain itself, but it’s usually best to hire a professional plumber regardless. Even experienced DIYers have a high chance of accidentally pushing the clog further into the drain using a drain snake or another tool, so hiring a plumber is the ideal course of action. A professional plumber can use camera equipment to locate and identify the clog, and remove the entire blockage to fix your issue permanently.
Typically, plumbing repairs cost about $325 per job but can range from $175 to $4,000 or more. Simple fixes, such as a toilet repair, will be less expensive at around $150 to $400. However, if you have a pipe that has burst, you can expect to pay between $1,000 and $4,000 or more.
The project that needs to be completed, the size of your home, and the type of plumbing pipes you have can all impact the final cost. External factors such as supply chain issues and shortage of materials all play a part in how much this repair might be.
The average cost to unclog a drain is around $200, with prices ranging between $110 and $800, depending on the type of drain and the extent of the clog. Hiring a professional to snake the toilet or sink will usually cost between $110 and $275, a bathtub or shower typically costs around $225, and a main line clog can cost between $100 and $800 based on the severity of the clog and how far beyond the access point the clog sits. Since the labor involved varies, most plumbers will charge an hourly rate for drain cleaning.
The average cost to hire a plumber is around $100 an hour but can vary between $45 and $200 an hour depending on the plumber’s experience and the repair that you need. It’s also important to note that these prices can go up on holidays, and emergency plumber rates average $150 per hour, in addition to a flat-rate trip fee of $100 to $350.
The Dixon, IL homeowners’ guide to affordable plumbing services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Wondering how much it costs to reroute plumbing? We have the information you need to learn about plumbing vent pipes and cost considerations when installing them.
Making updates to your home? You may need to move your gas line to fuel new appliances or meet code regulations. We’ll cover the cost of moving a gas line, plus project tips.
If you need to pump sewage waste uphill to reach a septic tank or street sewer, you may need a dedicated grinder pump. Follow our guide to determine how much a sewer grinder pump costs and any prices that may creep up during the install.
Learning about the different parts of your bathtub plumbing system is useful when you need to repair or replace a component. This guide has all of the parts covered.