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Water, Air & You
4.7(
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Serving Downs, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I interviewed 3 different water purification companies, because having safe, good water is one of THE MOST IMPORTANT investments we can make in our home and for our good health (both in the short term AND in the long term). My urgent (because of my timetable) inquiry to the companies was for an estimate to install a Reverse Osmosis (RO) Purification System, knowing that was my base cost, but also knowing Iâ d inquire about the other water systems at the time of the inquiry. We have purification systems at 3 homes, therefore I know costs and some aspect of the business practices. The owners of Water Air and You, Mr and Mrs Les Strong, heard the urgency in my situation in a new condo in Peoria, and came to visit immediately. They explained that to truly purify the water, that is, to achieve the level of pure water that I wanted, the mechanism would involve 3 systems, but NOT to panic, because the price would be very good, I am a cancer surgeon at a university in Tampa, FL,, and Les and Judy conveyed warmth, encouragement, and sound information about water treatment systems. Their estimate was very fair, very comparable with what our other water treatment systems cost in Florida and in our other Home. Their company is the ONLY company that did not take advantage of our desperate timetable and needs. The installer for Water, Air and You, Phil, was just as professional and kind and knowledgeable as the owners, although his assistant was not so on par with the others. Iâ m still amazed that I almost chose the first company to respond to my request for an estimate, though it was over 3x the cost I expected for the the RO system installation ALONE. I am so glad I restrained the impulse to just â get it done.â Les and his amazing team (â ¦. ESPECIALLY Judy, his Superlady-wife) were out to visit our newly purchased condo, the very next day, and they installed the systems the following day. The professionals (â ¦ at every level) at Water Air and You listen carefully and work ever so diligently, to educate their customers about water (ie the sources of city-water, governmental mechanisms of water treatment, and why after-care of this â cleanâ water (â ¦ and I use therm VERY loosely, here) is so absolutely imperative. Les and Judy explained how different water treatment systems work and work together, to make your water safe, delicious, and enjoyable. Les and Judy entered our home with warmth, kindness, invaluable information, and absolutely NO PRESSURE, just information and options. I cannot speak highly enough about them or their company. Phil, the installer, was especially respectful of our needs, was very attentive to any drill holes and such, and he carefully cleaned up his installation debris. The company, Water Air and You, is truly one of the rare and pure examples of an honest, hard working business, holding up â old-schoolâ values, traditions, and business practices."
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Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Pure Water Solutions
5.0(
3
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Serving Downs, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Was surprised to get a response as quickly as I did. Even more surprised that he was able to complete the job the next day. Plumbers in this area are few and far between. We have a lot of iron in our water so this system has a third tank that addresses this issue instead of a small filter that we had to replace quite frequently."
New system
Old system
Kaufman home
Dairy Barn
Response time1 day
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Irvin Plumbing LLC
5.0(
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Serving Downs, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"There are two properties attached together with absolutely no drainage to the sewer and Kyle Irvin came in and commandeered the entire situation. We had a previous plumbers here and they did not solve the problem, but they were very expensive and Kyle was very considerate of the charges and brought in the best of the best to get the job done! Kyle gets 10 stars because he had excellent customer service skills and was very communicative and helped us tremendously. We wish we would’ve gone with Kyle first. His knowledge and experience were top-notch! This was a $15,000 job and Kyle navigated it to be a $10,000 job! We will call Kyle on every new need that we have and we own 10 properties! Irvin Plumbing was a godsend"
Water Heater Replacement
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Edelman Cooling, Plumbing, Electric & Solar
5.0(
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Serving Downs, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Here at Edelman, we’re your trusted local team for HVAC heating & cooling services around northern Illinois. We provide residential repair, replacement, installation, and maintenance.\n\nEdelman is built on 23 years of experience, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to delivering the best service to every client and customer. We stand behind our work with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee on all service, repairs, and replacements.

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Mini Split
Mini Split
Mini Split
Mini Split

+5

44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Betsworth Mechanical LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Downs, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I canâ t recommend Betsworth Mechanical enough. Scott was right on time, professional, and extremely kind. The previous owner of our home did not maintain our water heater up to code, and Scott saw this and quickly corrected the issue. This correction not only got the job done, it made us feel safer in our house. All around great experience."
Response time20 mins
Response rate91%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Edelman Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, Electric & Solar
5.0(
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Serving Downs, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Here at Edelman, we’re your trusted local team for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and solar services across Central Illinois. We provide residential repair, replacement, installation, and maintenance.\n\nEdelman is built on 23 years of experience, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to delivering the best service to every client and customer. We stand behind our work with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee on all service, repairs, and replacements.

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Central AC Unit
Central AC Unit
Central AC Unit
Central AC Unit

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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Mikes Plumbing
2.8(
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Serving Downs, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Mikes Plumbing is a premier residential plumber servicing the greater Bloomington area. We specialize in an array of expertise for all of your custom plumbing needs. We have over 40 years of experience in the industry and are considered masters within our trade. Regardless of the size and scope of your project, we will employ our unique skill set to see your project through, from beginning to end. We will treat your property with the same care and consideration we utilize when working on our own personal projects. We have outstanding customer service and ensure the job done right the first time. Feel free to contact us to schedule an initial consultation, as we are more than happy to meet with you and discuss your project today!

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

You can install a water softener system by turning off the water supply, draining the water, and then connecting your device to the waterline. Next, you’ll fill your tank with the recommended amount of salt or brine (whichever your unit calls for; be sure to read the instructions). Turn the water supply on and check for leaks. You can opt to let your water run for a few minutes, then test it using strips. 

The process of inspecting your water softener system is similar.

Choosing involves understanding water hardness levels, household size, desired features, and consulting professionals experienced in suitable system types.

Most of the U.S. has hard water, especially across portions of the West and Midwest. The areas with the hardest water include parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, Illinois, North and South Dakota, Ohio, and New York. You’ll find soft water in parts of New England, the Southeast, the Pacific Northwest, and Hawaii.

You should not use a water conditioner with a water softener because a water conditioner changes the chemistry of the water and causes the ion exchange in a softener to be ineffective. Choose a water softener if you have hard water or well water, and use a water conditioner if you need to remove certain contaminants.

Drinking hard water is not known to have any negative health impacts. Using hard water can lead to dry skin and hair, and the minerals in hard water can build up in pipes, faucets, and appliances. Hard water is more of a threat to your plumbing than it is to your health.

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