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Charlie's Plumbing Heating & Sewerage Service Inc
4.6(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"I had a serious problem with my pipes making loud noises; there was leaky pipe as well as leaky radiators.  Charles Gross was so friendly and personable that I was impressed and strongly felt that he would be an excellent choice to
correct my issues as well as service my boiler. I was correct. He did me a great service in which I cannot thank him
enough.  I will recommend him to anybodythat needs plumbing service as well as use him in the future for all my
plumbing needs.  I will be placing his information of my refrigerator for future use. 
Thank You Charlie Gross.
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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J&D Plumbing
4.9(
51
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had several estimates from various plumbers for a somewhat complex job at our house. J & D were the only ones to correctly diagnose the problem and resolved it in one night. Not only did we completely trust them but they were total professionals in their work as well. I will also add that they were very affordable, which goes back to honesty/trust. We will use them for any future plumbing needs and will certainly recommend them to anyone else in need of competent and reliable plumbers."
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Toto toilet rebuilt
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Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A-1 Patrick's Sewer & Pipe Services
4.6(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A1 Patrick, is by far the best I have ever used. Great customer service, very knowledgeable of what he is doing. Patrick is my go to guy whenever I have issues with my plumbing issues and I have used him since 2012! Definitely recommend him! A+ work!"
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Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Mattco Plumbing Inc.
5.0(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"We called Mattco Plumbing when we needed our toilets replaced. From the first phone call , our plumber Matt was extremally courteous, helpful and very professional throughout the entire process. Thank you Mattco Plumbing for doing an A+ job in our bathrooms. We will be sure to call the next time we need a plumber!"
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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24 Action Plumbing
4.8(
53
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very professional, from setting up the appointment to arriving on time. Ed the plumber really knows his stuff, very knowledgeable. I will definitely contact them for plumbing issues in the future."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Aqua Doctor Plumbing
4.5(
107
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jim & Rob handled the service. When they realized that they were running late, they called early on to let me know. They were a completely in sink team. They were efficient, knowledgable and extremely courteous. My father had owned his own plumbing company post WWII, and was one of the first licensed plumbers in the state of Illinois; accordingly, I watched & had many plumbing questions regarding the install. Jim & Rob patiently shared their expertice. High recommend. A great experience."
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Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
4.9(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are new homeowners and had a hole in our septic tank made of concrete block, which was sending wastewater into the foundation/basement of the home. It was my first time using Angie's List, and I would recommend Illinois Sewer and Drain to anyone. Joe and his team of experts solved our issue immediately at an affordable price. They even went above and beyond to install a sump pump in our basement to help with the rain water. Quality work!!"
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+23

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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R.A. Mechanical, Inc.
4.7(
346
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called them when my sump pumps (primary and backup) dies and I had water in my basement. Rob told me over the phone what it would cost to replace them, and said he could have someone there in two hours. I had talked to three other plumbers before I heard from RA Mechanical. NONE of them could give me a window of when their tech could come. No offers of pricing, either. A licensed, experienced, competent plumber arrived in my two-hour window. He cleared away the broken equipment, installed the new equipment, cleaned up, and was on his way. Cost was exactly the estimate. I would RA again in heartbeat. Rob and his people are first-rate."
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Response time6 hrs
393 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Plumbing questions, answered by experts

Even though they’re modern-looking, easier to clean, can be hung at any height, and help save space compared to traditional toilets, wall-hung toilets have some downsides. They’re more expensive than standard toilets, sometimes by a few hundred dollars. They’re also difficult to install and may require major plumbing work to reroute the drain if the previous toilet was a floor-mount model.

This tight fit can make repairs more difficult. You’ll also have to consider where you can hang them and weight limit restrictions, so they may not be the best fit for every home.

It is generally not recommended to pour hot or boiling water down a drain to unfreeze pipes due to significant risks. In some cases, the sudden temperature change can cause more ice buildup or produce steam, which increases pressure and could cause the pipe to burst, leading to costly damage and potential burn injuries. While hot water might help with a partially frozen drainpipe, it is unlikely to thaw a completely blocked water pipe further down the system. Additionally, boiling water can damage plastic pipes over time. Safer and more effective methods include using a space heater near the frozen section or applying hot towels directly to the pipe.

You definitely can over-tighten toilet tank bolts. Unlike some other materials, porcelain can’t bend or flex, so when you over-tighten a screw into it, it could break against the added pressure. Only tighten them as much as needed to keep them in place and firm; any more and you could risk breaking the porcelain.

While some chemical drain cleaners with hydrochloric acid can dissolve hair, this method is not recommended as it can also destroy your plumbing pipes. A common DIY alternative is using baking soda and vinegar, which can help break down the clog but will not actually dissolve the hair. The best and safest method for clearing a hair clog is to remove it manually. You can use a drain snake, a straightened wire hanger with pliers to fish out the clog, or have a plumber use a professional auger for more severe blockages.

Removing calcium and lime buildup will often fix a clogged faucet head. You can usually remove any buildup with distilled white vinegar or a combination of vinegar, dish soap, and baking soda. Sometimes, the problem is buildup on the aerator, in which case removing and cleaning that part should fix your water flow. However, the design of some aerators makes them difficult to clean. For those, replacing the aerator will get the faucet flowing well again.

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