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Avatar for Neli Virtual Appliance Repair
Neli Virtual Appliance Repair
4.2(
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Refrigeration System - Install or ReplaceRefrigeration System - Install or Replace - For BusinessRefrigeration System - Repair or Service+1 more

Serving Effingham, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

NEW! Appliance Consultation – Just $35\nGet expert advice before you spend on repairs or replacements. A Neli technician will evaluate your issue and help you decide if your appliance can be fixed—or if it’s time for a new one.\n\nVirtual Appliance Diagnosis and Repair - Just $45\nService Description:\nDiagnose or repair your appliance virtually—no need for anyone to enter your home. Neli’s certified technicians guide you step-by-step via secure video chat.\n\nHow It Works:\nBook online at nelihome.com or call 833-876-0900\nConnect with a tech through our video platform\nDiagnose or fix the issue in real time\nGet expert advice and confidence in your next steps\n\nWhat’s Included:\nReal-time video guidance from a certified technician\nDiagnosis of the issue OR full repair (when possible)\nStep-by-step guidance using your smartphone or tablet\nSafe, contact-free service - no one in your home\nFlexible scheduling—appointments available daily\n\nPerfect For:\nAppliance fixes\nHVAC troubleshooting\nDIY-savvy homeowners\nSaving time and money on service calls

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Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Foundation Recovery Systems
3.8(
348
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Effingham, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Foundation Recovery Systems (FRS), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service throughout Missouri, Iowa, Illinois, and Kansas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, FRS is here to restore your foundation or crawl space.\nFor state licenses visit Groundworks.com/licensing

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Basement
Concrete

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229 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
Avatar for AOM Remodeling and Restoration
AOM Remodeling and Restoration
4.6(
52
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Bathtub Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace - For BusinessShower Install or Replace+2 more

Serving Effingham, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Offering interior/exterior painting, drywall repair, kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, cabinet refinishing, tile work, hardwood/laminate flooring and many more services throughout the Midwest. All projects are performed by trained and certified employees of AOM. Accurate job completion time frames and punctual start times. A site manager is assigned to your project and will remain with the project throughout the duration of the project. Providing Quality Work with a Professional Staff and Complete Customer Service. All of our jobs come with a warranty and set pricing assurance. Flexible payment options are available checks, cards, paypal and cash are accepted.

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+5

Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Crawlspace / Basement Waterproofing Solution
Crawlspace / Basement Waterproofing Solution
4.4(
256
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Sump Pump - Repair or Replace

Serving Effingham, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"RESPONSIVENESS TO NEEDS
There are different measures of success on any project and different constraints and issues that will challenge those measures.  My primary measure of success was a DRY basement, and Brian?s proposal to deliver it was comprehensive. He was committed to meeting my request while satisfying my second measure of success: do it at an affordable price.

ESTIMATE
Brian does all estimates himself instead of sending out salespeople (which I appreciate).  I scheduled Brian's first visit in the days following a large rainfall that caused flooding in neighboring areas, so his schedule was packed. Understandably, Brian was crunched between appointments when he arrived slightly behind schedule, but he had kept me updated in the hours preceding his arrival.  Brian quickly conveyed a focus on resolving the seepage problem.  He also listened to my concerns, identified primary and secondary issues, and said he would send a thorough e-mail containing precise details for a solution with a cost breakdown.  He arrived and left in about hour, and within a couple days he sent an e-mail estimate with two options. 1) A complete basement drain tile system with crack repairs, or 2) a partial system that he believed would resolve the problem at a lesser cost. He offered to allow me to "upgrade" to the full system in the future and pay the difference between the two estimates. This type of offer was not even discussed by the three other companies (two big names and one small business) that came for estimates.

With the exception of the extended (years-long) payment / financing options offered by the larger companies, Brian?s proposed solution was almost a hands-down winner.  The other small company was comparable, but after sending the initial estimate, Brian offered to return on the weekend to give me the opportunity to talk again when there was more time.  Other companies' approaches to doing exterior excavation ranged from doing minor reinforcement to not even wanting to touch it.  Brian, in contrast, said he can?t honestly guarantee a dry basement when he didn?t know what the previous repair looked like.  He offered to completely excavate the two walls that had work done previously and to replace (if necessary) any inferior quality materials with his own fix.  Now we're cooking with gas!  The cost of the job remained competitive, and this ?extra mile? effort on top of everything else fully satisfied my need to be 100% sure the seepage would be stopped.  I opted for the full drain tile system.

TIME
The timeframe Brian quoted was in line with all of his competitors: 2 days max.  The time element of the job met some challenges, taking 5 full working days to complete, (Tues-Fri plus half days Sat-Sun).  The reason?  The crew found the floor was new, dense 4-inch concrete poured on top of the original 4-inch concrete floor.  This meant twice the work for the breakup crew that was prepared for a conventional job, making it impossible to accommodate the original time frame. Brian promised to never leave a job unfinished, so he juggled his crews' schedules to make daily progress, and he never once raised his price despite the extra time or material (concrete) required. I was very grateful.  He also personally came to finish the job on the weekend rather than pushing it out to Monday or Tuesday.

EXTRAS AND RESPONSIVENESS
Some plumbing in the floor was impacted by the concrete breakup and required repairs due to its age and condition.  Brian took the time to find the exact materials I requested for the repair and installed them.  I was not present at installation so he took photos and video and sent them to me via smartphone so I could verify he got it right.  What other contractor does that?! He also paid attention to every detail for laying out the design of the downspout tie-ins, finishing touches, and every single special request I threw at him. He also spotted an additional leak in the corner of the foundation and sealed it up as well. His commitment to resolving every issue to my satisfaction was outstanding.

Brian made himself accessible via phone, e-mail and text, and he responded quickly to inquiries.  I wanted to know every detail of the work, and Brian accommodated. Another totally unexpected surprise came when Brian discovered that some of the promised work did not need to be performed, and he provided credit for this instead of using the difference for my extra requests.

SATISFACTION
"You'll be happy," is Brian's mantra.  He addressed a couple gripes - dust exposure to the first floor space; a few trampled plants outside - by providing equitable financial credits.  These professional oversights on his crew's part are unacceptable to Brian, and credit on the final bill was all he could do to make up for it.  Overall, the crew was polite, and one even brought a stack of extra floor tiles from his personal supply to replace some I'd lost during demolition work I had done weeks earlier!

From start to finish, despite delays and minor shortcomings, Brian executed on the proposed project by 100% nailing the two most important measures of success ? quality and cost. As for timing, the job ran long but Brian didn't quit until the job was done. I never expect perfection; nevertheless, Brian aimed to earn my satisfaction as his primary goal. I give an A+ on nearly every category, taking a point or two away for the issues mentioned.

Rain is coming in the next two days, and I'll only edit this review if the repairs fail to deliver a dry basement.  I am posting this review before the rain comes as a vote of confidence that I won't have to change a word.

The most important criterion to assess a job well done is whether you'd recommend a service provider to a family member or friend.  In Brian's case, I absolutely would."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Rardin Plumbing Heating & A/C
Rardin Plumbing Heating & A/C
4.6(
11
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Bathtub Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace - For BusinessDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear+27 more

Serving Effingham, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Rardins has merged with Mattex Plumbing, but Oscar Rardin is still with them. Very professional, both over the phone and kept me updated through texts on the phone. Showed up as promised and was done within 3 hours. Only real difference was in how prices have inflated since 2014 (last time pump was replaced) $1400 vs $500 The pump accounted for over $1200 of that total. Oscar did a excellent job!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Plumbing questions, answered by experts

For plumbing projects in Effingham, prioritize corrosion-resistant materials. The local groundwater is hard, which accelerates scale buildup and damages older galvanized steel pipes. You also need frost-resistant materials that handle freeze-thaw cycles, as winter temperatures regularly drop below zero. Ensure all supplies meet IL state building codes. A licensed professional will select durable, code-compliant pipes that withstand both heavy mineral content and freezing conditions.

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After finishing plumbing work in Effingham, schedule a final inspection to close out your building permit. Next, flush your pipes thoroughly to clear out any hard water mineral debris dislodged during the repair. If you complete exterior or crawl space work in the fall, verify that all pipes are fully insulated before freezing weather arrives. Finally, check underground lines in the spring, as local clay soils shift during freeze-thaw cycles.

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Older properties in Effingham feature original galvanized steel pipes and clay sewer lines, which complicate plumbing upgrades due to severe mineral scaling and root intrusion. Additionally, homes built on slab-on-grade foundations make under-floor pipe access extremely difficult. Vented crawl spaces require specialized insulation to prevent freezing, while heavy clay soils constantly expand and contract, putting intense pressure on underground pipes and basement wall entries.

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Watch out for contractors who discourage pulling permits, as unpermitted plumbing work creates major liability issues. Another red flag is a professional lacking proper state credentials or liability insurance. You should also avoid quotes that ignore local conditions. A knowledgeable contractor in Effingham will always factor hard water conditions and shifting clay soils into their material recommendations and project timelines. Always verify active licensure before accepting any proposal.

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Build your seasonal plumbing routine around local weather changes. In the spring, inspect your basement and crawl spaces for moisture intrusion caused by melting snow. During the summer, test your sump pump to handle heavy IL storms. In the fall, winterize outdoor spigots and check pipe insulation before the first hard freeze hits. Throughout the winter, monitor your drains for slow movement and keep your main shutoff valve accessible.

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