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Cardinal Plumbing
4.3(
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Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am a real estate agent and am always on the look out for companies to recommend. Every time my clients use them, they all say the same thing. Cardinal has integrity, keeps their word, and gets the job done right. Great owners, great company. I will continue to recommend for all mine and my clients plumbing needs."
SDR 35 Sewer
Sewer Repalcement
Sewer Repalcement
Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
74 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Leaf Home Bath
4.2(
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Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My installer John was fantastic. He did an amazing job and I am so pleased with his attention to detail and the way it all turned out. With my home being almost 100 years old nothing is plum or square. He was so caring and took his time and it came out beautifully. I am so glad John was my installer he is amazing."
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Recommended by72%of homeowners
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High and Dry Foundation Repair
4.7(
37
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Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very knowledgable, and professional. They found my leak and repaired it. We had significant rain since the project was completed and we experienced no more leaks."
Piering Project
Piering Project
Piering Project
Crack Repair
Carbon Fiber Straps

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Recommended by82%of homeowners
Tiger Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services
3.4(
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Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We received a flyer about off season air conditioner install, and since we were interested in a separate furnace/AC unit for our 2nd floor we thought we'd get a price from Mt. Everest Air (also goes by Tiger Plumbing).  Their sales representative arrived on time and to collect our information, including a summary of the problems we were having with air flow to the master bedroom on the first floor and the 2nd floor.  The actual service technician who would do the work if we decided to move forward, Steve Helms, arrived a bit later to assist the sales representative in determining possible courses of action.  We were provided with multiple options, including a damper system using our existing furnace/AC setup and a damper system using a completely new and more powerful (and more efficient) furnace/AC setup.  The system using our existing furnace/AC setup was by far the cheaper solution, and that is what the sales rep and Steve recommended.  They could have tried to upsell us on the much more expensive solution, but they did not even try.  Their rationale was that if our existing system with dampers installed turned out to be insufficient, they could always install the new furnace/AC separately.  The company offered no interest same as cash financing and we liked the idea of a damper system, so we went with that option, including the installation of 2 Nest learning thermostats which they'd admitted they'd never installed before.  The work was to start a few days later.
We received a call 2 days before the install was to occur to let us know that a part might not come in by the install date so they might have to push back the install one day.  I received a call the next day letting me know that the delay was, in fact, necessary so the install took place the following Monday.  This professional and timely notification was helpful.
We expected Steve to arrive on Monday relatively early, but he did not arrive until about 11 am.  I called the office multiple times as they originally stated he'd arrive around 10, and when he was not yet there I called again to get an ETA.  The lack of communication on arrival time is the only criticism I have of the entire transaction.  I can't ding them too badly for punctuality as they never actually committed to anything but the actual date of service, but they should have let me know about Steve's arrival time.
Once Steve arrived, he worked throughout the day without a break for lunch or dinner up until about 9:30 pm.  There was a point where we would have preferred that he finish the next day, but he would have had to leave us without heat during the winter so he pressed on.  I do not fault him for this as we had a relatively complicated install in that we were adding Nest thermostats that required additional setup beyond basic digital thermostats.  Moreover, Steve wore booties in the house so as not to track in dirt and water from the outside and our attics.  This was a nice professional touch.
Since I'd done significant research on the Nest thermostats and had a specific way in mind for their setup, I had a lot of questions for Steve.  He took the time to explain things to me and he never acted put upon by having to make such explanations.  We worked closely throughout the process because I wanted the Nest thermostats to control our on-Furnace humidifier and I knew we needed to connect some wires to the Nest units that were not previously connected to our old thermostat.  This meant running more wires than original expected to the 1st and 2nd floors.
Although long, the install went off without a hitch.  We had no issues and they system works as expected (at least respecting heat).  We will not know how the AC works in the summer, but we'll revisit that when it starts to warm up and we switch from heating to cooling.  I do not believe the install could have gone any faster without bringing on another technician.  Steve did not work slowly, there was just a lot to get done because of the complications we requested.  Moreover, Steve went above and beyond by not stopping to for lunch or dinner and by performing some additional work that was not in the original proposal.  He reviewed our attic insulation and airflow to let us know if he thought we needed anything additional there. He said we were in great shape; which was another chance to upsell us where a no/low cost option was recommended. Also, he installed a relay and the Nest units that I had ordered without charging us anything beyond the original quote.
In summary, we had an overall very good experience with Mt. Everest Air.  They were professional, patient and fair.  I consider myself to be a relatively high maintenance customer in that I ask a LOT of questions and want things done a certain way.  They took the time to answer all of my questions and performed the installation as directed and without complaint. My only issues, again, were that we never received an initial arrival time and when we did receive an arrival time the technician arrived an hour later.  I understand he needed to pick up some parts the morning of the install, but better communication would have been nice as I worked from home that day to provide input to the process.  I probably should have requested an arrival time the previous week, but I really should have had to ask.  The timing issues are the only reason I gave the company a "C" for punctuality, a "B" for professionalism, and a "B" overall.  Once Steve was on site, everything went well (considering the customer-driven complexity of the project).  We were impressed that Steve could reason out the Nest system even though he'd never installed one before.  They had multiple chances to upsell us but recommended lower cost/higher flexibility options. We LOVE the new system and would recommend Mt. Everest Air and especially Steve Helms for other installs.
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Le Roy Construction & Remodeling
4.8(
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Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas

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Customers say: True professional

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

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Plumbing questions, answered by experts

The time it takes to fix a burst pipe depends on the location and severity of the problem. A minor burst can be cleared up in a day. But if more than one pipe burst or cracked, or the source of the burst and leak is more complex, it can take a week or longer for a licensed local plumber to fix it.

PEX pipes can freeze. While they are less likely to burst than rigid pipes like copper or galvanized steel, it is still possible. PEX is flexible and can expand as water freezes and contract as it thaws. However, this expansion can cause leaks around the pipe's connections. Furthermore, frequent freezing and thawing cycles can stress and weaken the material over time, increasing the risk of a future burst. Therefore, even though PEX is freeze-resistant, it is not freeze-proof, and standard insulation precautions are still recommended to prevent freezing.

To measure pipe size, you can use a ruler, a soft tape measure, or a caliper. You can find a special pipe caliper that has iron or copper pipe sizes already marked. Rulers work if the end of the pipe is exposed. If your pipe is still attached to the plumbing, you’ll need to go for a soft tape measure or caliper.

You can fix a leaking outdoor spigot by replacing the washer, tightening the bonnet, or replacing the spigot altogether. Turn off the water supply and open the spigot to see the issue. You may need to tighten the bonnet by 1/8- to 1/4-inch of a turn. You might also need to see if the washer is damaged or worn. If those fixes don’t stop the leak, you should replace the outdoor spigot. Consider a frost-proof sillcock to prevent future freezes and leaking. 

A good option for opening up and cleaning a sink drain is to use a ¼ cup of baking soda and 1 cup of white vinegar, along with a rubber stopper to cover the drain while those materials work their magic. After about 15 minutes, you can flush the drain with hot water. In many cases, these materials can scrub out minor clogs and get the drain working properly again. If the issue persists, call in a plumber near you to get the problem permanently fixed.

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