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Copper Sky Plumbing

212 Elmwood Pl
4.97(
36
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Approved Pro

Copper Sky Plumbing

212 Elmwood Pl
4.97(
36
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

Family owned and operated. Owner, David Torres is a registered Master Plumber. Licensed, Bonded & Insured. 20 years of experience. Don't get flooded by plumbing problems! We can fix it. *FREE PLUMBING INSPECTION INCLUDED WITH ANY SERVICE*~ Just mention this ad! Copper Sky Plumbing addresses each job with attention to detail and excellent customer service. You can be confident in a company that is honest and fair with the experience to get the job done right the first time. Accepting cash, check or PayPal.

"Very fast solution and the work was less extensive than expected. Nice guys, too."

James B on October 2025

Family owned and operated. Owner, David Torres is a registered Master Plumber. Licensed, Bonded & Insured. 20 years of experience. Don't get flooded by plumbing problems! We can fix it. *FREE PLUMBING INSPECTION INCLUDED WITH ANY SERVICE*~ Just mention this ad! Copper Sky Plumbing addresses each job with attention to detail and excellent customer service. You can be confident in a company that is honest and fair with the experience to get the job done right the first time. Accepting cash, check or PayPal.

"Very fast solution and the work was less extensive than expected. Nice guys, too."

James B on October 2025


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Leaf Home Water Solutions

2055 W Army Trail Road
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Leaf Home Water Solutions

2055 W Army Trail Road
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4 years of experience

The team of professionals at Leaf Home Water Solutions takes great pride in knowing that families are provided with the cleanest, crispest, and heathiest water possible. As the leader in home water filtration, all installations are tailored to specific water needs. Custom solutions may include enhanced impact on hair and skin, energy savings on bills, increased appliance longevity, and elimination of hard water contaminants like calcium and magnesium, while also combatting taste and odor issues by filtering out chlorine and other organic compounds. With state-of-the-art water testing materials, dedication to White Glove installation and service, best-in-class products, and the support of the nation's largest home solutions company, homeowners can feel confident in trusting Leaf Home Water Solutions. We look forward to earning your business, call our team of experts today for a free home water test!

The team of professionals at Leaf Home Water Solutions takes great pride in knowing that families are provided with the cleanest, crispest, and heathiest water possible. As the leader in home water filtration, all installations are tailored to specific water needs. Custom solutions may include enhanced impact on hair and skin, energy savings on bills, increased appliance longevity, and elimination of hard water contaminants like calcium and magnesium, while also combatting taste and odor issues by filtering out chlorine and other organic compounds. With state-of-the-art water testing materials, dedication to White Glove installation and service, best-in-class products, and the support of the nation's largest home solutions company, homeowners can feel confident in trusting Leaf Home Water Solutions. We look forward to earning your business, call our team of experts today for a free home water test!



Kingdom Builders

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Kingdom Builders

Unknown
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10 years of experience

Kingdom Builders is a General Contracting business with over 20 years of construction project management on the commercial and residential side. There is no project to small for us and we pride ourselves in working every job as if we were working for the Lord himself. We are your "One stop shop" to provide all your construction & renovation needs.

Kingdom Builders is a General Contracting business with over 20 years of construction project management on the commercial and residential side. There is no project to small for us and we pride ourselves in working every job as if we were working for the Lord himself. We are your "One stop shop" to provide all your construction & renovation needs.




Affordable Water

214 W Menomonie St
4.80(
5
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Affordable Water

214 W Menomonie St
4.80(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned corporation specializing in all types of water treatment and filtration. We have been in the water purification business for over 35 years. We stand behind our products %100. We do residential and commercial equipment. We offer service on all makes and models with free repair estimates. Additional Phone Number: (815) 544-0918

"Called in the afternoon to report a sulfur problem, had Josh come out that evening and he was very prepared, professional, and friendly. Demonstrated great expertise and workmanship. Had a new softener and iron filter installed within an hour of him arriving. No more sulfur smell. I will definitely be hiring Affordable Water in the future."

Nick R on September 2020

We are a family owned corporation specializing in all types of water treatment and filtration. We have been in the water purification business for over 35 years. We stand behind our products %100. We do residential and commercial equipment. We offer service on all makes and models with free repair estimates. Additional Phone Number: (815) 544-0918

"Called in the afternoon to report a sulfur problem, had Josh come out that evening and he was very prepared, professional, and friendly. Demonstrated great expertise and workmanship. Had a new softener and iron filter installed within an hour of him arriving. No more sulfur smell. I will definitely be hiring Affordable Water in the future."

Nick R on September 2020


Service First Mechanical Inc.

850 W. Dupont Rd
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Service First Mechanical Inc.

850 W. Dupont Rd
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17 years of experience

Service First Mechanical values its customers and workers. Having been in the plumbing industry for 30+ years Service First Mechanical has exceptional reputation to uphold. Managed by a reliable group of 20+ licensed plumbers that are on call 24 hours a day. No job is too big or too small.

Service First Mechanical values its customers and workers. Having been in the plumbing industry for 30+ years Service First Mechanical has exceptional reputation to uphold. Managed by a reliable group of 20+ licensed plumbers that are on call 24 hours a day. No job is too big or too small.


R.J. O'Neil, Inc.

1125 S. Lake Street
1.00(
1
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R.J. O'Neil, Inc.

1125 S. Lake Street
1.00(
1
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99 years of experience

R.J. O’Neil, Inc. is a small shop with a lot of know-how. Since 1926, R. J. O’Neil, Inc. has been serving Montgomery, IL and the surrounding area. With a team of talented and skilled workers who can solve any plumbing or HVAC issue, it won’t matter if you own a business or if your problem is at home. From installing a faucet in your home or school to plumbing entire buildings, they have done it all. Always reliable and always on call, R.J. O’Neil, Inc. is the first choice in service and ability. Call us at (630)906-1300, email us at [email protected], or feel free to stop in at 1125 S. Lake Street, Montgomery, IL 60538.

"As a small business owner, I strongly caution others against this HVAC/R company. In over 10 years, they?ve been the least trustworthy and poorest performing contractor I?ve worked with. We experienced repeated service issues, a 25% rate hike without notice, ignored emails, and unreturned quote requests. Worse, we were billed for work that wasn?t done?confirmed twice, including by a third-party inspection with photos. Even when confronted, they deflected and delayed for months. We had to hire another company. They also mis-sized a walk-in freezer due to bad measurements and blamed their supplier. When shown proof it was undersized, they argued with no solution. They later mismeasured again on a replacement bid. Their attitude throughout was defensive, unprofessional, and dismissive. If something goes wrong?and it likely will?they will not stand behind their work. Save yourself the frustration and look elsewhere."

Jonathan D on July 2025

R.J. O’Neil, Inc. is a small shop with a lot of know-how. Since 1926, R. J. O’Neil, Inc. has been serving Montgomery, IL and the surrounding area. With a team of talented and skilled workers who can solve any plumbing or HVAC issue, it won’t matter if you own a business or if your problem is at home. From installing a faucet in your home or school to plumbing entire buildings, they have done it all. Always reliable and always on call, R.J. O’Neil, Inc. is the first choice in service and ability. Call us at (630)906-1300, email us at [email protected], or feel free to stop in at 1125 S. Lake Street, Montgomery, IL 60538.

"As a small business owner, I strongly caution others against this HVAC/R company. In over 10 years, they?ve been the least trustworthy and poorest performing contractor I?ve worked with. We experienced repeated service issues, a 25% rate hike without notice, ignored emails, and unreturned quote requests. Worse, we were billed for work that wasn?t done?confirmed twice, including by a third-party inspection with photos. Even when confronted, they deflected and delayed for months. We had to hire another company. They also mis-sized a walk-in freezer due to bad measurements and blamed their supplier. When shown proof it was undersized, they argued with no solution. They later mismeasured again on a replacement bid. Their attitude throughout was defensive, unprofessional, and dismissive. If something goes wrong?and it likely will?they will not stand behind their work. Save yourself the frustration and look elsewhere."

Jonathan D on July 2025


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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

A water softener removes minerals from your drinking water and can make your house water softer. These softeners are designed to extend the lifetime of your plumbing system while also making water safer and more palatable for drinking. Hard water, which is water with a heavy amount of suspended particles, can also cause hair damage, skin irritation, and buildup in your pipes.

The main difference between water softeners and water filters is that softeners remove hard minerals from the water, while filters have more of a blanket effect, removing all contaminants above a certain size. Filters are also much less expensive to install and protect against bacteria and other impurities. Depending on your water supply, you may need both.

Softened water prevents scale deposits, reducing appliance wear, leading to energy savings and longer-lasting household fixtures.

It’s not a good idea to oversize your water softener. Doing so will mean the tank doesn’t get full, which can lead to channeling. This leads to a large portion of the resin beads not being utilized and the beads at the bottom of the tank being overused. Over time, this will reduce the efficiency of your system, not to mention that the upfront cost of an oversized softener is unnecessarily high. If you have a timed regeneration cycle rather than a demand-based one, you’ll also spend far more on replacing salt than you need to.

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

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