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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He again pumped the water out of the tub, got the needed parts from his truck and fixed the leak. The charge was $180. I waited three or four days, refilled the tub, and again within a few days had water leaking. I phoned Eric who agreed to return on an upcoming vacation day I had planned. This was a third leak and not a repeat of the two noted above. This one took some time to find, but Eric knows what he is doing and went through the process of identifying the location of the leak. Again, he drained the tub and repaired this difficult to reach leak. The charge was $340. He was honest enough to explain to me that the leaks were happening because of the way the PVC unions were made by the manufacturer of the tub. The tub was built in 1997 and perhaps at that time they did not use a primer on connections like they do today. He advised me to not put any more money into the tub if further leaks develop. I agree with his advice. I would recommend Swanson's to anyone needing repair service for their spa. Eric has been doing this work for 30 years and does a good job."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/mundelein/swanson%27s-home-leisure-products-reviews-321890.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"SPA DOCTORS INC.","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Betty M."},"reviewBody":"I phoned Spa Doctors hoping to get quick service on my leaking indoor hot tub. I was told there would be a $105 service call charge for them to come out. I took an afternoon off to accommodate the visit. They sent a gentleman to diagnose the problem, and he did seem to find the leak. He felt there was a hairline crack in a PVC nut connecting to one of the pumps. He took pictures with his cell phone and e-mailed them to someone at the company. He said this was so they could get the parts needed for the repair. He said I would have to drain the tub so the repair could be done. I drained the tub down to below all of the jets. This man had no parts on his truck or access to the company's parts. I was told I would get a call back that night. I received no call. I waited two days then called them and asked when they would return to fix the leak. I was told they would return on Saturday. The same gentleman returned and attempted to fix the leak by tightening the PVC nut. Whether the nut was cracked to begin with I'll never know, but I did watch him tighten and tighten the nut until it cracked and the water started to pour out. We spent the next hour and a half vacuuming and mopping up water. I received no call to make a date for the next service visit. After a few days I again called Spa Doctors and was told they were coming out that night. The original tech along with a second tech arrived. They looked at the problem and determined that they did not have the correct parts. They asked if they could return the next day, which was a Saturday. I agreed. Roughly an hour and a half after they service time, I received a call from the second technician apologizing that he could not do the work that day because he could not find the special tool he needed. He agreed to come out on Sunday morning. The two arrived on time on Sunday and did finally complete the job. They apologized and said they would not charge me for parts. While everyone I spoke with from Spa Doctors was polite enough, I think this was a very bad experience with people who did not know what they were doing. To send technicians to a job with no parts - or access to parts and collect $105 to take pictures with a cell phone seems ridiculous to me. When I hire a service company, I expect them to send trained, capable people to perform the service. To fix a leak which was easily accessible took four service visits."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/wheeling/spa-doctors-inc-reviews-409662.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"R T REPAIRS","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Melissa W."},"reviewBody":"One of our service trucks was not starting due to the recent cold weather we had in January. RT Repairs came in on Saturday and Sunday to diagnose and repair our truck to get it back on the road. After they thawed the fuel lines, drained the fuel tank, it was determined that a fuel injector had gone bad due to bad diesel fuel from a local service station chain. Because of the extensive diagnostic time, and being a repeat customer we were not charged for all the diagnostics which I thought was extremely kind."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/hampshire/r-t-repairs-reviews-2063344.htm"},"position":7}]}
French Drain Service reviews from real Angi homeowners in Dixon, IL
Last update on October 14, 2025
Donna W.
1.0
02/2023
They told me 2 years ago that I needed a new drainage systemI call almost every week sometimes several times a week and they can’t seem to get the estimate done for my insurance. Meanwhile the drain backs up and who do you think comes to fix it and bill me? I keep asking to have Tim call me...
Ron L.
1.0
10/2020
In December of 2019 I noticed a drain in my basement was backing up (water) and called Service Now. When the technician arrived I described the conditions of the clogged drain and he determined it was the main sewer line. He stated that a clean out valve had to be installed (at a cost of...
Eric Swanson came out on the Saturday after Thanksgiving to identify and repair a leak in the tub. His diagnosis was quick, but he said the tub needed to be drained to do the work. He brought in a pump that emptied the tub in 20-30 minutes. He had appropriate parts on his truck, and...
Betty M.
2.0
01/2011
I phoned Spa Doctors hoping to get quick service on my leaking indoor hot tub. I was told there would be a $105 service call charge for them to come out. I took an afternoon off to accommodate the visit. They sent a gentleman to diagnose the problem, and he did seem to find the leak. He...
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."
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job
"Great quality service at a reasonable price in a timely manner."
Caleb B on July 2022
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job
"Great quality service at a reasonable price in a timely manner."
At Willowbrook Drainage & Excavation we pride ourselves on being the best home improvement company in the Kent area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!
At Willowbrook Drainage & Excavation we pride ourselves on being the best home improvement company in the Kent area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!
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."
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
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Jaime D on June 2021
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
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. "
Acculevel is your foundation repair expert, serving Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Kentucky, and Ohio with over 20 years of experience. Our repairs come with a lifetime warranty. Acculevel begins by evaluating your entire foundation system, checking your property for the signs and causes of foundation failure. From foundation & crawlspace repair to waterproofing & encapsulation systems, Acculevel can help you protect your home-- the most valuable investment you'll ever make.
"The guys that showed up were actually quite nice. They looked at the project, one of the guys showed some concern (about what I don't know) He said he was going to make a phonecall, and when he came back from the truck he said that they couldn't do the job. He said I needed to contact the company --"
Mark H on October 2025
Acculevel is your foundation repair expert, serving Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Kentucky, and Ohio with over 20 years of experience. Our repairs come with a lifetime warranty. Acculevel begins by evaluating your entire foundation system, checking your property for the signs and causes of foundation failure. From foundation & crawlspace repair to waterproofing & encapsulation systems, Acculevel can help you protect your home-- the most valuable investment you'll ever make.
"The guys that showed up were actually quite nice. They looked at the project, one of the guys showed some concern (about what I don't know) He said he was going to make a phonecall, and when he came back from the truck he said that they couldn't do the job. He said I needed to contact the company --"
Mark H on October 2025
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FAQs for french drain service projects in Dixon, IL
Landscapers typically charge $25 to $50 per person per hour, which equals around $50 to $100 per hour for a two-person crew. These rates can vary depending on your location, the size of staff needed for the job, and overall job type. For example, a larger crew will be needed for structural additions and hardscaping versus planting flowers.
When it comes to landscapers, licensing laws vary. Landscaping architects are required to be licensed in all 50 states, whereas traditional landscaping contractors are not typically required to hold a certification. You’ll likely be working with a landscaping contractor for most residential projects. If you are redesigning your whole yard or adding in hardscape features, you will work with a landscaping architect at some point during the project. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local landscaper guidelines.
As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:
The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check
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Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi
Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.
The cost to install a drain pipe is $600 on average, but the total can range between $150 and $2,000. Some cost factors that influence your project price include the type of drain, the area’s accessibility, the proximity of existing drain lines, and whether you’re installing a new drain or replacing an old one. Replacing the p-trap or s-trap under a single fixture will usually cost around $150, while replacing a main drain pipe can cost well over $2,000.
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.
As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:
The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check
Required to have applicable state and local licenses
Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review
Paying to advertise their services
Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi
Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.
We highly recommend leaving the work of replacing drain pipes to a professional plumber. Drain pipes are a key part of your plumbing system, and making mistakes during the installation or even using the wrong size pipes for your specific fixture can lead to an elevated risk of leaks and clogs. Additionally, drain pipes prevent harmful sewer gas from entering your home, so hiring a professional plumber is essential to keeping the risk of leaks and clogs low and avoid reducing your indoor air quality.
The Dixon, IL homeowners’ guide to french drain services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Drain pipe replacement costs depend on a variety of factors. Use this guide to learn how much drain pipe replacements cost based on the pipe’s material, location, and more.
Growing plants with a hydroponic gardening water system can be a big investment. To know how much it costs to build a hydroponic garden, consider the system, technology, size, and whether you hire a pro. This guide will help calculate costs.
Looking to step up your golf game without leaving your property? This guide details backyard putting green costs to help you decide if this project is worth it.
Do you tip landscapers? Talking about tipping is often seen as a taboo, but there are a lot of nuances to getting the numbers right. This guide can help.