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Mowery Heating, Cooling & Plumbing

4.63(
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Mowery Heating, Cooling & Plumbing

4.63(
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Customers say: Super punctual
116 local quotes requested
55 years of experience

With over 50 years in the heating and cooling business, Mowery is dedicated to providing the best possible total indoor weather solution for you and your family. You can count on us to provide you with a system and solution that fits your family’s unique needs. We've installed more than 10000 indoor weather systems in this area and we've earned a reputation for doing the job right the first time. Family owned & operated. Cost is determined by the job. No extra charge for saturday work. Award winning. Additional phone numbers -(317) 852-4432, (317) 881-7626, (317) 207-4051 & (800) 860-4738. Additional DBAs - Mowery R P Cochran LLC. Award winning.

"Didn’t go well. Tech tried to upsell me. Said need to remove toilet but basement clean out not good!!! Other company did it No problems"

Mark O on September 2025

With over 50 years in the heating and cooling business, Mowery is dedicated to providing the best possible total indoor weather solution for you and your family. You can count on us to provide you with a system and solution that fits your family’s unique needs. We've installed more than 10000 indoor weather systems in this area and we've earned a reputation for doing the job right the first time. Family owned & operated. Cost is determined by the job. No extra charge for saturday work. Award winning. Additional phone numbers -(317) 852-4432, (317) 881-7626, (317) 207-4051 & (800) 860-4738. Additional DBAs - Mowery R P Cochran LLC. Award winning.

"Didn’t go well. Tech tried to upsell me. Said need to remove toilet but basement clean out not good!!! Other company did it No problems"

Mark O on September 2025


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RESTORM

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RESTORM

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
46 local quotes requested

Restorm – Expert Restoration & Remodeling Services At Restorm, we specialize in high-quality remodeling and restoration services tailored to your needs. Whether you're looking for a kitchen or bathroom renovation, structural repairs, or full-home transformations, our expert team ensures top-tier craftsmanship and attention to detail. With years of experience in fire, water, and mold damage restoration, we go beyond aesthetics to provide safe, durable, and functional solutions. Our skilled professionals are committed to excellence, using premium materials and proven techniques to guarantee superior results. We stand out for our customer-focused approach, ensuring every project meets the highest industry standards. Contact us today and let us bring your vision to life with expert remodeling and restoration services.

"They were fantastic. Performed quality work. They were kind and took control of a major upheaval when we had water damage from bust pipe in our wall. Would highly recommend them."

Dee W on July 2024

Restorm – Expert Restoration & Remodeling Services At Restorm, we specialize in high-quality remodeling and restoration services tailored to your needs. Whether you're looking for a kitchen or bathroom renovation, structural repairs, or full-home transformations, our expert team ensures top-tier craftsmanship and attention to detail. With years of experience in fire, water, and mold damage restoration, we go beyond aesthetics to provide safe, durable, and functional solutions. Our skilled professionals are committed to excellence, using premium materials and proven techniques to guarantee superior results. We stand out for our customer-focused approach, ensuring every project meets the highest industry standards. Contact us today and let us bring your vision to life with expert remodeling and restoration services.

"They were fantastic. Performed quality work. They were kind and took control of a major upheaval when we had water damage from bust pipe in our wall. Would highly recommend them."

Dee W on July 2024


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Centennial Construction & Remodeling Services, Inc

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Centennial Construction & Remodeling Services, Inc

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
165 local quotes requested

Centennial Construction & Remodeling Services, Inc. is a professional company whose mission is to be the most honest, quality-oriented, full-service remodeling contractor in the northside of Indianapolis. We offer home improvements and remodeling throughout Carmel, Westfield, Noblesville, Fishers, and Zionsville. Centennial Construction & Remodeling Services, Inc. specializes in home construction, remodeling, renovation, and improvement in the Indianapolis area. Contact us today at (317) 848-7634.

"We updated our screened in porch to a three seasons room. Centennial was one of multiple bidders on the project. While they were not the cheapest, they were very competitively priced and did the best job of explaining their plan and answering our questions. The project went extremely well. The quality of work was excellent, with everything done on-time and on budget. We will definitely consider them for any future projects!"

Bill M on November 2025

Centennial Construction & Remodeling Services, Inc. is a professional company whose mission is to be the most honest, quality-oriented, full-service remodeling contractor in the northside of Indianapolis. We offer home improvements and remodeling throughout Carmel, Westfield, Noblesville, Fishers, and Zionsville. Centennial Construction & Remodeling Services, Inc. specializes in home construction, remodeling, renovation, and improvement in the Indianapolis area. Contact us today at (317) 848-7634.

"We updated our screened in porch to a three seasons room. Centennial was one of multiple bidders on the project. While they were not the cheapest, they were very competitively priced and did the best job of explaining their plan and answering our questions. The project went extremely well. The quality of work was excellent, with everything done on-time and on budget. We will definitely consider them for any future projects!"

Bill M on November 2025


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C&J Well Drilling and Pump Co

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C&J Well Drilling and Pump Co

4.82(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 local quotes requested

At C&J Well Co. Service, Pumps, & Drilling, we provide Central Indiana with state-of-the-art well and geothermal drilling and a full-service maintenance team. In addition to drilling, we perform service calls and maintenance checkups and replace pressure tanks and pumps in existing systems. C&J is a family-owned and operated business with a dedicated staff and many satisfied customers. We offer competitive prices without compromising the integrity of our services. Because our wells are drilled using the latest drilling technology, you are ensured to get the most out of your money. C&J Well Company is a member of the BBB, Indiana Ground Water Association, and the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis. In a quarter of a century, there have been many notable accomplishments, such as opening C and J Water for softeners and treatment, and integrating other local well drilling companies. C&J proudly continues the legacies of Water Wells by Wilhite, Dean Well Drilling, Harness Well Company, and Scobee Well Drilling. Josh and Christy are grateful for their hard-working technicians and strong support staff that led the company through the years.

"Sat at 6AM my well sprung a leak and a gusher was shooting out of the ground. I call CJ at ^AM and the owner Josh answered (wow!). He said his excavation crew couldn't come come until Monday. I had weekend guests and wasn't too keen on going all weekend with no water in the house. Joosh asked me a couple questions. Do have a basement (yes I did) and is there a window in the basement (yes there is). From that he offered to send a crew to hook up a temp water supply to the house to get us trough the weekend. about 10AM on Sat two CJ repair guys showed up and hooked a bypass line from the well head through the basement window and tapped onto the main water supply line in the basement. What a life savor idea and our weekend went WELL ( no pun intended). Then on Monday morning the excavator crew shows up at 10AM and by 1PM the leak in the well pipe in the ground is fixed. I guess the u Bolt holding the pitless adapter to the casing rusted and broke, thus the water was pushing out as the pitless seal was now loose. The CJ crew explained all of this and kept me informed. My experience with Josh and his crews at CJ was top notch all the way! Thanks Josh for answering your phone on Saturday at 6AM repairs"

John B on August 2025

At C&J Well Co. Service, Pumps, & Drilling, we provide Central Indiana with state-of-the-art well and geothermal drilling and a full-service maintenance team. In addition to drilling, we perform service calls and maintenance checkups and replace pressure tanks and pumps in existing systems. C&J is a family-owned and operated business with a dedicated staff and many satisfied customers. We offer competitive prices without compromising the integrity of our services. Because our wells are drilled using the latest drilling technology, you are ensured to get the most out of your money. C&J Well Company is a member of the BBB, Indiana Ground Water Association, and the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis. In a quarter of a century, there have been many notable accomplishments, such as opening C and J Water for softeners and treatment, and integrating other local well drilling companies. C&J proudly continues the legacies of Water Wells by Wilhite, Dean Well Drilling, Harness Well Company, and Scobee Well Drilling. Josh and Christy are grateful for their hard-working technicians and strong support staff that led the company through the years.

"Sat at 6AM my well sprung a leak and a gusher was shooting out of the ground. I call CJ at ^AM and the owner Josh answered (wow!). He said his excavation crew couldn't come come until Monday. I had weekend guests and wasn't too keen on going all weekend with no water in the house. Joosh asked me a couple questions. Do have a basement (yes I did) and is there a window in the basement (yes there is). From that he offered to send a crew to hook up a temp water supply to the house to get us trough the weekend. about 10AM on Sat two CJ repair guys showed up and hooked a bypass line from the well head through the basement window and tapped onto the main water supply line in the basement. What a life savor idea and our weekend went WELL ( no pun intended). Then on Monday morning the excavator crew shows up at 10AM and by 1PM the leak in the well pipe in the ground is fixed. I guess the u Bolt holding the pitless adapter to the casing rusted and broke, thus the water was pushing out as the pitless seal was now loose. The CJ crew explained all of this and kept me informed. My experience with Josh and his crews at CJ was top notch all the way! Thanks Josh for answering your phone on Saturday at 6AM repairs"

John B on August 2025


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Phelps & Sons Construction

4.93(
56
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Phelps & Sons Construction

4.93(
56
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 local quotes requested

Welcome to Phelps & Sons Construction. We select quality materials to make whatever you dream up. We are a family-owned and operated home improvement company specializing in remodeling, including but not limited to room additions, kitchens, and bathrooms. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call today for a free estimate!

"At the beginning the work started well but by the end the quality of work especially the drywall was subpar. Tom is slow in getting a quote to you but does respond. Tom is very nice but his staff is not professional especially Dave. I thought with Tom being in business as long as he has would be able to provide in a professional manner quality work. It is not true. Tom asked if I wanted his guys to take up the carpet. I thought ok. However, they tore up to 10 inches of drywall off many of the walls. They attempted to repair them but the work was subpar. I thought they were winding up work so I contacted the painters. The painters came in. There was tension between the paint foreman and Tom's crew. They were squabbling like elementary children on the playground. (I am not happy with the painters either but this is a separate matter) The walls unfortunately got painted with the poor drywall job. The painter did provide a drywall person to repair the worse spots. There are still poor spots on the walls but I wanted Tom and his crew out of my space. Each of the respective parties were blaming each other. This behavior is so unprofessional. On Friday last week, Dave was yelling at me over errors I did in trying to improperly apply color to the walls so I could see what it looked like (I applied the paint way before any drywall began). Again, because of poor communication the painters just painted over the poor drywall job. I did agree to pay for it since it was my mistake that should have been brought to my attention long before it was even painted over. Dave did such a bad job that there were air bubbles in the drywall because he did not let it set before he painted over it. Tom did have his other guy fix it. It looks better but not perfect. I had Tom put two new toilets in the space. There is now a big gash in the brand new floor where the floor doe not meet the toilet. There was not even going to be an attempt on Tom's part to fix this. In my opinion, all of the unnecessary drywall could have been avoided by properly having his guys take up the carpet right to begin with. I paid over $8,000 for unnecessary drywall, If you only have Tom's crew do the bare minimum that you need done for your project, then you are in good shape but BEWARE of them doing anything extra as it will cost you!"

Julie C on August 2020

Welcome to Phelps & Sons Construction. We select quality materials to make whatever you dream up. We are a family-owned and operated home improvement company specializing in remodeling, including but not limited to room additions, kitchens, and bathrooms. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call today for a free estimate!

"At the beginning the work started well but by the end the quality of work especially the drywall was subpar. Tom is slow in getting a quote to you but does respond. Tom is very nice but his staff is not professional especially Dave. I thought with Tom being in business as long as he has would be able to provide in a professional manner quality work. It is not true. Tom asked if I wanted his guys to take up the carpet. I thought ok. However, they tore up to 10 inches of drywall off many of the walls. They attempted to repair them but the work was subpar. I thought they were winding up work so I contacted the painters. The painters came in. There was tension between the paint foreman and Tom's crew. They were squabbling like elementary children on the playground. (I am not happy with the painters either but this is a separate matter) The walls unfortunately got painted with the poor drywall job. The painter did provide a drywall person to repair the worse spots. There are still poor spots on the walls but I wanted Tom and his crew out of my space. Each of the respective parties were blaming each other. This behavior is so unprofessional. On Friday last week, Dave was yelling at me over errors I did in trying to improperly apply color to the walls so I could see what it looked like (I applied the paint way before any drywall began). Again, because of poor communication the painters just painted over the poor drywall job. I did agree to pay for it since it was my mistake that should have been brought to my attention long before it was even painted over. Dave did such a bad job that there were air bubbles in the drywall because he did not let it set before he painted over it. Tom did have his other guy fix it. It looks better but not perfect. I had Tom put two new toilets in the space. There is now a big gash in the brand new floor where the floor doe not meet the toilet. There was not even going to be an attempt on Tom's part to fix this. In my opinion, all of the unnecessary drywall could have been avoided by properly having his guys take up the carpet right to begin with. I paid over $8,000 for unnecessary drywall, If you only have Tom's crew do the bare minimum that you need done for your project, then you are in good shape but BEWARE of them doing anything extra as it will cost you!"

Julie C on August 2020


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World Class Restoration

4.93(
84
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World Class Restoration

4.93(
84
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
156 local quotes requested

We are World Class Restoration located just of Indianapolis and also in Brownsburg , Indiana. We have been helping the greater Indianapolis area for over 10 years. building decks, additions, fences, siding, roofing, gutters, interior remodel, we do a lot of bathrooms it one of our specialties and we strive to put the customer first and make sure you are happy with the job and our employees. We stand by our logo which is "where reputation matters most". We have skilled employees that have been in the field for over 30+ years. All companies are "certified pros" but how many have won the Super Service Angi Award # years in a row .. look next to our name you will see that . very few companies have that less than 8%,we have military, senior citizen and repeat customer discounts. We are very fair in our pricing and maintained a 5 star satisfaction rating for over 3 years on angi's and over 7 years on thumbtack. Give us a call at 317-499-888 and we will be out quickly to get you a estimate on your project. Give WCR a chance to serve you and you wont regret it. between or awards, quality craftsmanship and warranties we are growing by the month so give us a chance and call today @ 317-499-8878

"We are seeking a complete refund of the deposit amounts we have already paid immediately (we paid them immediately upon signing the contract) and expect a refund just a quickly - Deposit amount totals: $3,993.06, plus the cost to replace the black aluminum fencing panels that was provided to them by us - Replacement Cost: $2,106 (see attached quote for exact items replacement costs). The work crew destroyed them by cutting into them (these should never have had to have been cut down at all. The panels are completely unusable now as they are no longer the correct length and the panel screws and brackets are completely missing which does not allow us to reinstall the existing panels. They destroyed our property (the supplied aluminum fencing panels, screws & brackets) during the install and it cannot be salvaged and will have to be repurchased. We have attached a breakdown of what the replacement items would cost to repurchase in order to correctly reinstall the fence. We just want our money back and any lost funds due to having to reorder items needed to complete the fence that we had already supplied. We do not want to work with them any further as we have no trust level that they will come in and complete the reinstall correctly. The last text with the owner indicated he was to come out the next day to discuss further with us how to resolve. That was on Monday, September 1, 2025, at 5:11pm. He never showed up and we have never heard back from him."

Angela C on September 2025

We are World Class Restoration located just of Indianapolis and also in Brownsburg , Indiana. We have been helping the greater Indianapolis area for over 10 years. building decks, additions, fences, siding, roofing, gutters, interior remodel, we do a lot of bathrooms it one of our specialties and we strive to put the customer first and make sure you are happy with the job and our employees. We stand by our logo which is "where reputation matters most". We have skilled employees that have been in the field for over 30+ years. All companies are "certified pros" but how many have won the Super Service Angi Award # years in a row .. look next to our name you will see that . very few companies have that less than 8%,we have military, senior citizen and repeat customer discounts. We are very fair in our pricing and maintained a 5 star satisfaction rating for over 3 years on angi's and over 7 years on thumbtack. Give us a call at 317-499-888 and we will be out quickly to get you a estimate on your project. Give WCR a chance to serve you and you wont regret it. between or awards, quality craftsmanship and warranties we are growing by the month so give us a chance and call today @ 317-499-8878

"We are seeking a complete refund of the deposit amounts we have already paid immediately (we paid them immediately upon signing the contract) and expect a refund just a quickly - Deposit amount totals: $3,993.06, plus the cost to replace the black aluminum fencing panels that was provided to them by us - Replacement Cost: $2,106 (see attached quote for exact items replacement costs). The work crew destroyed them by cutting into them (these should never have had to have been cut down at all. The panels are completely unusable now as they are no longer the correct length and the panel screws and brackets are completely missing which does not allow us to reinstall the existing panels. They destroyed our property (the supplied aluminum fencing panels, screws & brackets) during the install and it cannot be salvaged and will have to be repurchased. We have attached a breakdown of what the replacement items would cost to repurchase in order to correctly reinstall the fence. We just want our money back and any lost funds due to having to reorder items needed to complete the fence that we had already supplied. We do not want to work with them any further as we have no trust level that they will come in and complete the reinstall correctly. The last text with the owner indicated he was to come out the next day to discuss further with us how to resolve. That was on Monday, September 1, 2025, at 5:11pm. He never showed up and we have never heard back from him."

Angela C on September 2025


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Premier Home Pros, LLC

4.48(
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Premier Home Pros, LLC

4.48(
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Customers say: Quality work
167 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

Premier Home Pros specializes in full bathroom remodels and installs finely crafted bathtubs and showers in as little as one day. With maintenance-free solutions and a variety of stunning designs to match your style, getting your dream bathroom has never been easier and more affordable. All of our products our backed by a full lifetime and service warranty program to offer customers the last system they will ever need. Get a FREE design consultation and transform your bathroom into a space that's not only functional, beautiful.

"Friendly and professional customer service. Product excellent and finished work to customer satisfaction. Would highly recommend."

Ronald P on May 2025

Premier Home Pros specializes in full bathroom remodels and installs finely crafted bathtubs and showers in as little as one day. With maintenance-free solutions and a variety of stunning designs to match your style, getting your dream bathroom has never been easier and more affordable. All of our products our backed by a full lifetime and service warranty program to offer customers the last system they will ever need. Get a FREE design consultation and transform your bathroom into a space that's not only functional, beautiful.

"Friendly and professional customer service. Product excellent and finished work to customer satisfaction. Would highly recommend."

Ronald P on May 2025


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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Indianapolis & Central Indiana

4.15(
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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Indianapolis & Central Indiana

4.15(
450
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Customers say: Super punctual
321 local quotes requested
55 years of experience

Mr. Rooter® Plumbing delivers trusted, high-quality plumbing services to Indianapolis and the surrounding areas. With over 200 locations and more than five decades of experience, Mr. Rooter is a reliable name in the industry. If you're searching for a plumber in the Indianapolis area, Mr. Rooter has you covered. We offer live support to schedule emergency plumbing services quickly. From sewer backups and leaking or frozen pipes to clogged drains and water heater repairs, you can rely on us for fast, dependable solutions. Contact Mr. Rooter today for upfront pricing and easy scheduling.

"High 5 to Luke for his support plus his assitance and focus, and pleasant disposition to get the work done. I'm very pleassed and thankful."

Patricia F on October 2018

Mr. Rooter® Plumbing delivers trusted, high-quality plumbing services to Indianapolis and the surrounding areas. With over 200 locations and more than five decades of experience, Mr. Rooter is a reliable name in the industry. If you're searching for a plumber in the Indianapolis area, Mr. Rooter has you covered. We offer live support to schedule emergency plumbing services quickly. From sewer backups and leaking or frozen pipes to clogged drains and water heater repairs, you can rely on us for fast, dependable solutions. Contact Mr. Rooter today for upfront pricing and easy scheduling.

"High 5 to Luke for his support plus his assitance and focus, and pleasant disposition to get the work done. I'm very pleassed and thankful."

Patricia F on October 2018


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Affordable Water Heaters LLC - Indy

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Affordable Water Heaters LLC - Indy

5.00(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
95 local quotes requested
29 years of experience

Affordable Water Heaters is a full-service water heater repair, replacement and installation company offering residential water heaters. We are a licensed and insured plumbing company that specializes in Water Heaters! Local offices in the Indianapolis, Detroit, Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids areas. Affordable Water Heaters has been specializing in all aspects of water heater replacement and repair service since 1996 and is considered an expert in the industry. Absolutely the highest quality work for the lowest price is our guarantee. Our years of experience, along with the use of quality products and pride in our workmanship has kept our valued customers returning for all their hot water needs.

"I had a great experience. Jeff was great at communicating. The workers were done within an hour. The price was very reasonable. Would highly recommend."

Sarah G on August 2025

Affordable Water Heaters is a full-service water heater repair, replacement and installation company offering residential water heaters. We are a licensed and insured plumbing company that specializes in Water Heaters! Local offices in the Indianapolis, Detroit, Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids areas. Affordable Water Heaters has been specializing in all aspects of water heater replacement and repair service since 1996 and is considered an expert in the industry. Absolutely the highest quality work for the lowest price is our guarantee. Our years of experience, along with the use of quality products and pride in our workmanship has kept our valued customers returning for all their hot water needs.

"I had a great experience. Jeff was great at communicating. The workers were done within an hour. The price was very reasonable. Would highly recommend."

Sarah G on August 2025


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Hope Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling

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Hope Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling

4.54(
1,209
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Customers say: Super punctual
512 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

We specialize in working on older homes and those problems that require unique solutions. We offer full service residential plumbing services to customers looking for "long-term" and "efficient" solutions. We work on the following plumbing items - toilets, sinks, water heaters, tankless water heaters, sump pumps, water softeners, faucets, garbage disposals, drains, gas lines, clogged drains, water lines, main lines, and all other non-listed residential plumbing needs.

"They didn’t do anything that I asked of them and they suckered me into some membership. Very disappointed"

Adam H on February 2025

We specialize in working on older homes and those problems that require unique solutions. We offer full service residential plumbing services to customers looking for "long-term" and "efficient" solutions. We work on the following plumbing items - toilets, sinks, water heaters, tankless water heaters, sump pumps, water softeners, faucets, garbage disposals, drains, gas lines, clogged drains, water lines, main lines, and all other non-listed residential plumbing needs.

"They didn’t do anything that I asked of them and they suckered me into some membership. Very disappointed"

Adam H on February 2025

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Plumbing questions, answered by experts

Prices for shower drain styles vary. For example, a linear shower drain costs about $200 or more for the part alone compared to about $15 for a circular shower drain. Also, linear shower drains typically require a shower remodel to use them, so you may pay a few hundred dollars more for labor. Read about the pros and cons of linear shower drains.

Replacing cast iron pipes when they’ve reached the end of their life span is key to preventing leaks and clogs. Over time, cast iron pipes corrode and experience pipe scale, which thickens the inside of the walls and increases the chance of clogs while also decreasing water flow. As the material deteriorates, you could experience costly leaks that increase reparation expenses. 

Cast iron can last between 50 and 75 years, but it’s still a good idea to check for leaks as your pipes approach the 25-year mark, as pipes can already show signs of deterioration within the first three decades.

While PEX can't melt, high temperatures can alter its performance. The maximum heat that PEX can safely be exposed to is 180 degrees Fahrenheit. When PEX is exposed to high temperatures for extended periods of time, it may fail. While copper can withstand hot temperatures better than PEX, copper pipes freeze more easily compared to PEX.

Bleach is generally not recommended for your shower drains. Although diluted bleach can technically help clean your drain, it will not unclog your pipes. In fact, bleach can harm your plumbing system because it’s so powerful. The bleach can change the color of your sink and even corrode metal pipes and fittings.

Often, people reach for bleach because it's already in their house. But it's worth getting a plunger or a drain snake for the job instead. It'll be a lot less money to buy a new plunger than to pay a plumber to repair or replace damaged pipes.

PEX pipe is safe for drinking water, though it wasn't always. PEX was introduced in European water supply systems in the 1980s, but early versions of the piping deteriorated when exposed to the higher chlorine levels in U.S. water supplies. Antioxidants were added to PEX piping to meet U.S. potable drinking water standards. Today, it’s commonly used for drinking water.

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