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Avatar for Five Star Bath Solutions of Rockford
Five Star Bath Solutions of Rockford
5.0(
57
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Shower Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The customer service was outstanding and they have a high-quality product. I would highly recommend Five Star Bath Solutions to anyone looking to redo their bathroom."
Shower remodel
Full bathroom remodel
Before and after
Before and after
Before and after

+11

Response time3 days
164 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by7%of homeowners
Avatar for TMI - Total Maintenance Inc
TMI - Total Maintenance Inc
4.5(
125
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+8 more

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a water leak over the weekend and TMI was the only company that answered and found an on-call plumber that would be able to come out within 1 hour! The plumber, Juan was INCREDIBLE! He was professional, knowledgeable, and helpful! I have never used a plumber prior to this past weekend and moving forward I will DEFINITELY be using TMI!"
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Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Bath Fitter
3.9(
18
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Shower Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Always answered or talked about my concerns without transferring me to multiple people. Knowledgeable, explained each step, installer was immaculate with cleanup. No complaints from us"
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Swierzewski_1

+19

Response time1 day
197 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Avatar for Mid America Basement Systems
Mid America Basement Systems
3.8(
67
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Sump Pump - Repair or Replace

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a wonderful experience with MidAmerica Basement Systems & highly recommend them if your having any waterproofing needs. My project: I purchased my home 3.5 years ago & it started getting water in the basement last year after the outside drainage & tiling system put in my previous owners failed miserably. It would literally be full days of pumping water out of multiple locations in my basement. There were issues of moisture even with two dehumidifiers running & subfloors the crew took out & cleaned up after as well. Scheduling: They will schedule a ways out for appointments but only because it's a high demand working system. Others may be able to offer services quicker but there is likely a reason they are not busy. I got several bids in the time I waited for my MidAmerica Basement Systems appointment & encourage you to as well but definitely wait until after your appointment to make a decision. They were not the cheapest but had the best guarantee (100%), best working system, and a few things I've learned in my 20 years of homeownership is if you go cheap & need to redo it your typically spending more than if you did it right the first time & your home is not something to skimp on or take chances. MidAmerica Basement Systems will send you detailed emails as to what you can expect for each appointment. They will mail you a packet of information regarding different systems that work vs fail & throughly explain the dangers & hazards water/moisture in your home will cause. Our basement got so bad from the Derecho the only dry place was in our basement was the shower & my celing developed black mold quickly from the moisture. Not only did they offer a system to waterproof my basement but a whole house dehumidifier & air purifier which would have saved my ceiling if I had earlier. Sales: I had Justin A for sales & he was very thorough in listening to my problems & needs as well as took his time in explaining & showing me how they could fix my issues, how the system works, as well as answering all of my questions with detail & no hurry. He was absolutely great about changes I made in adding work later on (before my appointment) as well. He doesn't make it feel like a sales pitch, is not pushy at all, & really works to get you the most work in your budget (prep & finish work offered), as well as taking his time with you through the entire process. The office crew: The office staff was very polite & helpful. I mostly worked with Desiree S & Kim B who are extremely responsive in working with me. The Crew: My crew consisted of Brandon T, Sam G, & Ethan T who I highly recommend! These young men are the exact type you want on your project! They are polite, respectful, hard working, efficient, trust worthy & have a great work ethic! They not only got the job done in the time allotted but left my basement incredibly clean which I didn't expect. They thoroughly go over the work before & after as well as answer any questions you have along the way & explain in detail any changes if something isn't to plan before just doing something differently. They called before heading to my house as well which I thought was very courteous. I imagine they have a lot of great workers but anyone I know that I send their way, I'll have them ask for these men as the crew on their home. Overall: Overall I give them 5 stars & they earned it all the way. I will say it's winter so not when one typically gets water in their basement so I am unable to review how the system works fairly. I do, however, plan to leave another review after we get some lovely wet Iowa spring weather or melting of our snow mountains to test it out. I don't expect my review to change & feel confident in the upcoming months & years. Thank you MidAmerica Base..."
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Taking care to keep the space clean.
Before Concrete Leveling

+41

Response time1 day
104 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Foundation Recovery Systems
3.8(
351
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The salesman (Mike Delguyd) and all three gentlemen who did the work to stop the end of our home from sinking due to recent heavy rains were personable, efficient and knowledgeable. Anthony Wethington, James Sizemore and CJ returned all our possessions which had to be removed to do the work and carefully removed and cleared all their equipment. We are most grateful to them for their efficient and capable work."
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Concrete

+16

276 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
Avatar for Mad City Windows & Bath - Davenport
Mad City Windows & Bath - Davenport
New to Angi
Bathtub Install or ReplaceShower Install or Replace

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

To learn about Mad City Windows and its history, you need to start back in 1998 when our family-owned company first opened its doors and changed the face of home remodeling in Wisconsin. From the beginning, our business has been built on a foundation of friendship and trust and, in return, local homeowners have come to know they can place their trust in us. In order make certain that we consistently earn that trust, we are dedicated to ensuring the expert, seamless delivery of high-quality products and remodeling solutions to homeowners throughout our service area. \n \nToday, we expand our home remodeling expertise across Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois. With over 50,000 completed projects, we take our 2+ decades of experience to serve the communities of Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois. They can expect our highest standard of service and professionalism.

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Home Exterior + Bath
Home Exterior + Bath
Home Exterior + Bath
Home Exterior + Bath

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Plumbing FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, shower water goes into the septic tank. Shower water is a type of greywater, and in fact, all water used in a home with a septic system—including water from sinks, toilets, the dishwasher, and the washing machine—drains into the tank. When shower water enters the tank, debris like soap and hair travels with it. The solid debris sinks to the bottom to become sludge, while soap residue joins the scum layer at the top. The remaining water is treated in the tank before moving to the drain field for further treatment and dispersal. It is important to avoid putting oil or harsh chemicals down any drain, as they can cause clogs or disrupt the beneficial bacteria required for proper wastewater management in the septic system.

To create a siphon break and remove any chance of dirty sink water or water that backs up into the sink from getting into your dishwasher, your dishwasher drain hose needs to have a high loop or an air gap device as part of its installation. All building codes require at least a high loop. In many places, it’s necessary to install an air gap device to meet the code.

For a long time, copper was our only plumbing material option. Thankfully, that is no longer the case. Copper pipes have been used since the 1940s and became most popular around 1963. It wasn’t until the 1990s that PVC pipes became popular and began to replace copper pipes. Therefore, a house built before the 1990s without recent updates will likely contain more copper pipes.

Water freezes at 32 degrees Fahrenheit, but the actual temperature that can cause frozen pipes can vary. Generally, it takes 12 hours for pipes to freeze at 32 degrees Fahrenheit.

Uninsulated pipes can freeze if it’s 20 degrees Fahrenheit or colder for over three hours. If your pipes are insulated, it can take six hours or longer for pipes to freeze. Note that some pipe types freeze more often than PEX pipes. Copper pipes freeze more often because the copper conducts energy and loses heat quickly.

Installing a drain pipe costs about $600, ranging from $150 to $2,000, depending on the type of drain, accessibility, proximity to drain lines, and whether you’re installing new drain pipes or replacing old ones. Replacing a main drain line can cost over $2,000, whereas replacing a p-trap costs around $150 on average. Keep in mind that new water pipe installation projects are bid by fixture, like kitchen sink, toilet, or main water line. You can expect to pay $70 to $1,000 per fixture.

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