Ravinia Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Electric customers rely on our team of seasoned professionals for the best in expertise and service. Family owned since 1928, we bring Chicago’s North Shore a team of licensed plumbers and EPA- and NATE-certified heating and cooling technicians. Our customers come back to us again and again due to our Professionalism: licensed state contractors with $4 million in liability insurance Trustworthiness: service professionals arrive in lettered vehicles and uniforms, and all employees undergo background checks and regular drug tests Service: call us anytime day or night, and you will speak with a real person Guarantee: 100% money - back guarantee and clear, comprehensive warranties on repairs and new installations.
Business highlights
97 years of trusted experience
LGBTQ+ Friendly
Se Habla Español
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered
Eco Friendly
Services we offer
Home care, plumbing, heating, cooling, sumps, pumps, sewers, drains, electrical, water & indoor air quality, showroom, parts, remodeling, retrofitting & commercial.
Services we don't offer
Appliance repair such as washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators.
Overall, the job went great. I would use this company again as they were prompt, efficient, and reasonably priced.
Description of Work: We had a clogged sink in the kitchen. Called at 9 am and by 11 am they showed up. When I called, the receptionist was courteous and thorough. Up front, she gave me all of the charges. Within an hour, John cleaned the drain, fixed a malfunctioning toilet, cleared the drain of a bathroom sink, and gave me good advice on fixing a problem faucet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$116
Scott E.
01/2007
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
No issues. Arrived promptly. I had expected more work to be involved running gas pipe for this new install, but didn't need it.
Description of Work: Installed new gas cook-top.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$185
LORI S.
10/2006
4.0
plumbing, wells
+ 0 more
They came out for what was supposed to be a free estimate, but ended up charging $100 because of spending some time looking at other potential problems around the house. They scheduled rodding work, failed to show up at the scheduled time because of some overnight flooding in the area, and showed up two days later. They were unable to reach the area in question with the rodding equipment, but charged $700 because they rodding everything else, we have two sewage lines leaving our house. They then came back a third time to break through a section of sidewalk and dig down to the problem area. They came with none of the equipment necessary to dig save one shovel and a small hammer, but did end up finishing the job faster than they estimated. They replaced what turned out to be a broken line, installed the tie-in for future easy access and refilled in the dirt. They were supposed to leave a clean line of broken concrete, but it is jagged. $1800 later, everything now seems to work.
Description of Work: Water was backing up every time our sump pump ran. DiPietro's plumber told us that either a line was blocked or cracked, and that fixing a block with rodding would be much easier. They came out and tried to rodd the line but were unable to reach the location of the problem. They then had to come out and dig 5' down to the problem area, replace what turned out to be a broken line, install an access point for future rodding and refill in the dirt.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,600
DAVID C.
10/2006
5.0
sewer cleaning
+ -1 more
Receptionist responsive and helpful, scheduling the service within a week of my call. Appointment was for 7-7:30 AM, arrived 7:40 AM but close enough. Two plumbers were knowledgeable about the best way to do the rodding. Rodded from two locations to maximize drain clearance. Done within an hour, cleaned up nicely after themselves. All in all, excellent experience. Price was $300 but I had a coupon for 20% off, which made the price more reasonable.
Description of Work: Maintenance (not emergency) rodding of sewer line to the sewer main.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$240
DAARON & AMY D.
10/2006
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
We were very pleased with this company. They were very helpful explaining the importance of this test over the phone and explaining that not all plumbers are properly qualified to do the test. The plumber arrived promptly. We also brought Tom out for an estimate on changing shower faucets in our house. Tom was very honest with us about how expensive the project would be and why (it would involve ripping out shower tile and drywall). We decided not to proceed with that project.
Description of Work: Backflow prevention test on our sprinkler system.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
TREVOR L.
09/2006
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
Excellent service. Punctual. Took time to complete the job correctly. With previous plumbers, I have always had to call them back to complete the job correctly as they were too rushed.
Description of Work: Replaced battery back up sump pump with Pro 2200.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,326
Jan H.
08/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
Brian sent us an estimate with a couple of different options. He responded to our questions in a timely manner. The work was completed on schedule, just in time for the hot weather.
Description of Work: They installed a 10 SEER air conditioning unit.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,262
LEORA R.
07/2006
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They do an excellent job. They come fast and are out fast.
Description of Work: They fixed a leaky toilet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$110
Steve K.
07/2006
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
I have used this company now 2 times and both times have had GREAT experiences. The prices are VERY reasonable and my plumber even gave me his cell in case my water problem continued. GREAT COMPANY. NICE PEOPLE. AWESOME PRICES.
Description of Work: My basement sub pump broke and my basement was flooding. They had a guy over within 15 minutes to help stop and fix the problem. They were great with an emergency and saved me thousands in water damage. They had to replace both my pumps and drain out the water.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
SHARON S.
07/2006
1.0
water heater repair
+ -1 more
Having just spent nearly $1000 with this company 2 days before, I don't appreciate being jerked around when I need them to do work for me on a smaller, less expensive issue. I rearranged my schedule to be home for the appointment they scheduled for me today, which turned out to be a waste of my time.
Description of Work: When Ravinia Plumbing was out here for a separate issue 2 days ago, the workman set up another appointment for me for today. We needed a piece replaced on our hot water heater, but he didn't have it with him on his truck, so he radioed in to the office and we scheduled an appt. for first thing this morning. He gave me the name of his colleague who he said would be here by 8:15 or 8:30 a.m. When no one showed up by 8:45, I called to ask how long they'd be delayed and was told they had no record of an appointment for me. I told the receptionist that my appointment info. was written on my receipt from the work they did 2 days before. Initially she said she couldn't find the receipt--then she came back and said she just saw the note on the receipt and didn't know what happened. The next morning appt. they had available was for 6 days later.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Response from Ravinia Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Electric
THE MEMBER IS CORRECT THAT WE DID NOT SCHEDULE HER WORK AS WE HAD PROMISED. WE HAD AN INTERNAL MISCOMMUNICATION THAT RESULTED IN OUR SERVICE DEPARTMENT SCHEDULING THE FOLLOW-UP WORK FOR THE WRONG DAY. WE APOLOGIZED TO THE MEMBER AND INFORMED HER THAT WE COULD BE OUT TO HER HOME WITHIN ONE HOUR, BUT THE MEMBER REFUSED BECAUSE OF HER SCHEDULE. THE MEMBER’S SCHEDULE WOULD ONLY ACCOMMODATE A FIRST CALL. UNFORTUNATELY WE HAD ALREADY MADE COMMITMENTS TO OTHER CUSTOMERS FILLING OUR FIRST CALL TIME SLOTS FOR SEVERAL DAYS. WE TOLD THE MEMBER THAT WE WOULD CALL BACK WITHIN AN HOUR TO SEE WHAT WE COULD MOVE AROUND IN OUR SCHEDULE TO ACCOMMODATE HER EARLIER. WHEN WE CALLED BACK THE MEMBER CANCELLED THE CALL. WE TRIED TO CALL TO OFFER A DISCOUNT COUPON FOR FUTURE SERVICE BUT THE MEMBER WOULD NOT RETURN OUR PHONE CALL. WHILE I REALIZE WE MADE A MISTAKE ON SCHEDULING, WE CERTAINLY WEREN’T “JERKING HER AROUND.” IT WAS AN HONEST MISTAKE THAT COULD HAVE BEEN EASILY RECTIFIED IF THE MEMBER HAD THE SLIGHTEST AMOUNT OF UNDERSTANDING. I CAN ONLY ASSUME BY THIS MEMBER’S ATTITUDE TOWARD THE ENTIRE SITUATION THAT SHE HAS NEVER IN HER LIFE MADE A MISTAKE.
SHARON S.
07/2006
4.0
wells
+ -1 more
Two workmen showed up within the promised time, were very professional and seemed to do a good job. The price tag on the service seemed high to me, although I've never had to replace an ejector pump before, so I don't know whether it was out of line or not.
Description of Work: Our ejector pump was not working, so dirty water backed up into our utility room. Ravinia Plumbing replaced a failed switch on this unit 3 years ago, but said that this time the whole unit needed to be replaced. They put in a new unit for us, hosed down the floor in that room and cleaned up the work area.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$850
JOSEPHINE S.
05/2006
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair
+ 0 more
They are very prompt & seem reasonable in pricing. I really like them a lot.
Description of Work: He found a leak that was causing mold & replaced a water heater.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
ELIZABETH K.
05/2006
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning
+ 0 more
We had a flood last year and Ravinia called to tell us that it was time for our yearly roding to prevent another backup. We were thrilled with their prompt scheduling. The tech was kind and very clean and left the place sparkling. They will remind us again next year, which we appreciate.
Description of Work: Removed Powder Room toilet to rod out the sewers to remove tree roots for maintenance.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$274
MARILYN S.
02/2006
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
Jimmy explained and answered all questions when giving the estimate. He also showed up at my house to confirm with Donny, the worker, what needed to be done. Donny did a great job: quick and efficient, patiently answered questions, cleaned up, stuck to original estimate(in fact $34 less). Our pressure is 110% better!!
Description of Work: We needed to correct our hot water pressure by replacing the galvanized pipes to copper. We also needed to replace a faulty white dip tube in the hot water heater.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,223.65
LYNN F.
02/2006
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They were accommodating. They sent a senior plumber who was able to quickly diagnose and solve problems. I felt the work was efficient. He was polite and pleasant and I couldn't imagine anyone doing a better job.
Description of Work: Fixed toilet and 2 leaky faucets and cleaned 2 drains.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
SCOTT B.
02/2006
3.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
Based on the fact that the tech that came out to my house had to defer to someone else via phone, I didn't have a high sense of confidence and was skeptical of whether he would be able to do the work well.
Description of Work: Had Ravinia come out to assess needed changes to plumbing on heating system. The service tech seemed to be relatively new to the job and had to call someone back at the office in order to figure out what needed to be done.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
$100
SUSAN O.
11/2005
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
WE HAVE A COMPLICATED HEATING & AIR SYSTEM IN AN OLDER HOME AND THEY WERE ABLE TO REPAIR IT AND GET IT WORKING REALLY WELL, WHEN OTHER COMPANIES WERE UNABLE TO DO THE REPAIR. THEIR PRICE WAS VERY REASONABLE AND THEY WERE GREAT TO WORK WITH. THEY ARE SO HELPFUL AND DO THEIR BEST TO GET SOMEONE SENT OUT AS SOON AS THEY CAN. THEIR WORKERS ARE VERY RESPECTFUL AND NICE TO HAVE IN YOUR HOME. THEY CLEAN UP WELL AFTER THEMSELVES AND THEY REALLY KNOW WHAT THEY'RE DOING.
Description of Work: HEATING & AIR SYSTEM REPAIR
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Lee K.
11/2005
5.0
sewer cleaning
+ -1 more
PATRICK GOT RIGHT TO WORK ON THE PROBLEM, AND, IN RESPONSE TO SOME OF MY QUESTIONS AND THE INFORMATION I GAVE HIM ABOUT PAST PLUMBER VISITS, TOOK A LOOK AT THE MAIN SEWER LINE, WHICH WAS CLOGGED. HE LITERALLY CLIMBED INTO THE DRAIN IN OUR DRIVEWAY TO MAKE A HOLE THAT WAS BIG ENOUGH FOR HIS EQUIPMENT TO FIT IN. HIS EXTRAORDINARILY DETAILED SUMMARY OF THE PROBLEM ON THE BILL WILL BE A BIG HELP THE NEXT TIME WE HAVE TO EXPLAIN OUR HISTORY TO A PLUMBER. RAVINIA STRIKES ME AS SOMEWHAT MORE EXPENSIVE THAN OTHER PLUMBERS (NOT CHEAP TO BEGIN WITH), BUT I DO HAVE CONFIDENCE THEY'LL DO A GOOD JOB.
Description of Work: WE BROUGHT RAVINIA IN TO REPAIR A BACKUP THAT SENT DIRTY WATER UP THROUGH OUR LOWER-LEVEL BATHTUB.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
DOUGLAS W.
10/2005
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
DAVID WAS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND EVEN CONVINCED ME TO NOT DO CERTAIN WORK I REQUESTED BECAUSE IT WOULD NOT SAVE ME MONEY. VERY GOOD JOB AND DONE IN ONE DAY.
Description of Work: REPLACED FURNACE AND A/C
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,100
ELIZABETH K.
10/2005
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL. (PRICES MAY HAVE BEEN HIGH BUT THEY DID A GREAT JOB AFTER HOURS)
Description of Work: WE HAD A BASEMENT FLOOD AND THEY CAME ON AN EVENING WEEKEND TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM, ROUTED THE DRAINS AND ULTIMATELY INSTALLED A NEW SUMP PUMP THE NEXT WEEK.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$800
DAWN F.
09/2005
5.0
sewer cleaning
+ -1 more
RAVINIA GIVES GREAT SERVICE; I ALWAYS CALL THEM IN AN EMERGENCY. THEY'RE MORE EXPENSIVE THAN SOME OTHER COMPANIES, BUT THEY COME WHEN THEY SAY THEY WILL AND IT'S USUALLY VERY QUICKLY. I HAD TO PAY OVERTIME ON A SATURDAY, BUT I DIDN'T WANT TO WAIT AND RISK ANOTHER BACKUP. PATRICK WAS NEAT AND PUNCTUAL. HE TOOK AWAY THE ROOTS FOUND IN THE PIPE AND TOOK OFF HIS SHOES BEFORE ENTERING THE HOUSE. RAVINIA PLUMBING IS A VERY PROFESSIONAL AND HIGH-QUALITY COMPANY. IT'S WORTH THE EXTRA MONEY.
Description of Work: SEWER PIPE RODDING. WATER BACKED UP IN LAUNDRY ON A SATURDAY MORNING. HAD JUST HAD THE SEWER PIPE RODDED 3 MOS EARLIER BY ANOTHER COMPANY. PATRICK FROM RAVINIA WAS THERE IN LESS THAN 2 HRS AND TOLD US THE PIPE WAS CLOGGED WITH ROOTS. HE RODDED IT WITH A LARGER CUTTER THAN THE PREV COMPANY HAD USED AND WAS DONE IN LESS THAN HOUR.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$264
LINDA I.
09/2005
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
THEY ARE INCREDIBLY RESPONSIVE AND FANTASTIC IF YOU NEED EMERGENCY SERVICE.
Description of Work: NEW AIR CONDITIONING.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000
BYRON W.
09/2005
4.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
PLUMBER WAS EXCELLENT. TOOK HIS TIME AND CLEANED UP. REMOVED ALL EXTRANEOUS MATERIAL.
Description of Work: BROKEN PIPE UNDERNEATH KITCHEN SINK. EXCESS WATER AND GREASE. PREVIOUS MINI-FLOOD. REPLACED BROKEN PIPE AND ROTTED DRAIN.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$283.38
KEVIN H.
09/2005
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
VERY QUICK TO RESPOND. SOMEONE CAME OUT ON WEEK DAY WITHIN 1 HR OF MY CALL. IT WAS LATE IN SEASON (NOT TOO HOT ANYMORE) SO I'M SURE THAT HELPED WITH RESPONSIVENESS. THE HVAC REPAIRMAN WAS KNOWLEDGEABLE AND FAIR. HE EXPLAINED WHY OLD A/C SYSTEM WAS NOT WORTH REPAIRING (20+ YEARS, LOTS OF RUST) AND HOW HE DID NOT WANT TO WASTE MY MONEY BY RE-CHARGING BECAUSE FREON WAS EXPENSIVE, WOULD LEAK OUT AND THE LEAK WAS TOO EXPENSIVE TO REPAIR. IN THE END I HAD HIM RE-CHARGE AND IT DID LEAK OUT AS HE HAD PREDICTED. HE WAS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT VARIOUS A/C COMPANIES (BRYANT, CARRIER, TRANE, ETC.) AND PROVIDED SOME FREE ADVICE BASED ON HIS EXPERIENCE WITHOUT GOING INTO SALES MODE (SOME OF THE UNITS HE RECOMMENDED ARE NOT SOLD BY HIS COMPANY). ONLY NEGATIVE COMMENT IS THEIR OFFICE SCREWED UP AND HAS BILLED MY CREDIT CARD 6-7 TIMES FOR HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS OF WORK DONE FOR OTHER CUSTOMERS (VERY ODD). AFTER 1ST 3 CHARGES, THEY CREDITED AND SAID THEY FIXED, BUT 3 MONTHS LATER, SAME PROBLEM AGAIN.
Description of Work: CHECKED AIR CONDITIONER THAT WAS NOT WORKING.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
CANDACE K.
08/2005
4.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
VERY GOOD SERVICE, BUT I WISH PLUMBERS WERE LESS EXPENSIVE!!
Description of Work: INSTALL UTILITY SINK IN BASEMENT.
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Service Categories
Plumbing,
Heating and Air Conditioning,
Drain Cleaning,
Sewer Cleaning,
Water Heaters,
Wells and Pumps,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Appliance Repair,
Dryer Vent Cleaning,
Natural Gas Lines,
Water Filtration and Softening
FAQ
Ravinia Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Electric is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Ravinia Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Electric accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Ravinia Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Electric offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Ravinia Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Electric does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Ravinia Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Electric offers emergency services.
Yes, Ravinia Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Electric offers warranties.
Ravinia Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Electric offers the following services: Home care, plumbing, heating, cooling, sumps, pumps, sewers, drains, electrical, water & indoor air quality, showroom, parts, remodeling, retrofitting & commercial.
Appliance repair such as washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators.