No Hot Water in Glendale Heights, IL
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DuPage County15 plumbers available
Best No Hot Water Pros in Glendale Heights
#1Strong Hire
MDM Plumbing & Sewer
5No Hot Water: 93/100
“everything is literally perfect...done very well”
#2Strong Hire
NEXGEN Plumbing & Drain, LLC
5No Hot Water: 93/100
“He called and gave us an estimated time of arrival which was exact!”
#3Strong Hire
Lifeline Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.9No Hot Water: 93/100
“work was performed on time, correctly and on budget”
All No Hot Water Pros in Glendale Heights
MDM Plumbing & Sewer
5·133 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+7 more
Strengths
5 of 5 reviewers specifically name Dennis and praise his…
3 of 5 reviews highlight same-day or rapid emergency response,…
Multiple reviews cite proactive problem-solving beyond the…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
NEXGEN Plumbing & Drain, LLC
5·55 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+7 more
Strengths
4 of 5 reviewers specifically mention Abel/Abe by name praising…
3 of 5 reviews highlight meticulous cleanup: floor protection, no…
Same-day and after-hours availability confirmed across multiple…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Lifeline Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.9·3.3k reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Strengths
5 of 5 reviewers mention technician professionalism by name…
Multiple reviews highlight thorough cleanup and floor protection…
Upfront pricing and same-day or next-day turnaround appear in…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Ford Plumbing
4.4·56 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Strengths
3 of 5 reviewers specifically praise pricing, including one who…
Same-day callbacks and on-time arrivals mentioned across multiple…
Two reviewers cite clean, no-mess work and professional conduct…
Concerns
The workmanship failure review is recent (November 2024) and…
LZ Plumbing Inc.
4.5·32 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+7 more
Strengths
3 of 5 reviewers specifically praise Boris's diagnostic ability,…
Multiple reviews highlight proactive communication and schedule…
Consistent praise across 4 of 5 reviews for taking time to…
Concerns
1 of 5 reviews describes being paid-in-full then abandoned…
Pricing fairness scored 0/100 across analyzed reviews, suggesting…
One client in Niles paid in full, received only half the work,…
Responsiveness score of 19/100 suggests the scheduling experience…
Precision Today Plumbing Heating Cooling Electrical
4.8·7.8k reviews·
In Glendale HeightsGoogle Verified
Strengths
Skilled, patient technicians who explain work thoroughly
Strong problem-solving and willingness to go above expectations
Easy appointment scheduling and on-time arrivals mentioned across…
Concerns
Missed contracted maintenance visits with dismissive initial…
Furnace malfunction immediately after service visit raises…
Discrepancy between technician documentation (everything…
SAV Plumbing Inc
5·90 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Strengths
3 of 5 reviewers are repeat customers who use Andrey for multiple…
4 of 5 reviews specifically praise his upfront, fair pricing
2 of 5 reviewers highlight that he explains work in progress and…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
J & S Plumbing Inc.
4.4·281 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Strengths
2 of 5 reviews specifically highlight emergency or same-day…
At least 2 reviewers praise fair, honest pricing
Phone intake praised for being helpful and clear, with one…
Concerns
2 of 5 reviews describe a bait-and-switch pricing pattern: quotes…
One review alleges aggressive upselling of unnecessary…
2 of 5 reviewers report final bills significantly exceeding…
One reviewer reports a technician failed to deliver on a promised…
Maximum Plumbing inc.
4.9·106 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Strengths
3 of 5 reviewers mention same-day or next-day response, including…
2 of 5 reviews specifically highlight technician arriving with…
Multiple reviews praise clear explanations and thorough cleanup…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Advantage Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning
4.7·4.1k reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Strengths
Fast emergency response: One reviewer reports service within 2…
Same-day accommodation: Multiple reviewers highlight quick…
Honest recommendations: Reviewer explicitly noted technician…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
MAS Plumbing, Inc.
4.9·995 reviews·
In Glendale HeightsGoogle Verified
+4 more
Strengths
After-hours responsiveness is exceptional: Carl called a customer…
3 of 5 reviewers name specific technicians (Carl, Matt, Jason,…
Weekend scheduling availability noted as a differentiator by one…
Concerns
Pricing fairness scored 72 — the lowest dimension
J&R Herra Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing
4.9·823 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Strengths
Fast emergency response: Multiple reviews mention arrival within…
Quality workmanship: One reviewer explicitly contrasted J&R's…
Personal touches that reduce anxiety: Company sends advance text…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Lake Cook Plumbing Heating and Cooling
4.3·324 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Strengths
3 of 5 reviewers specifically name individual technicians (Louie,…
2 of 5 reviews highlight unusually honest pricing
Multiple reviews praise thorough communication: options explained…
Concerns
A $3,000 water heater install was followed by a pressure relief…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·1.5k reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Strengths
2 of 5 reviewers specifically named and praised individual…
At least one reviewer highlights that the assigned tech actually…
Concerns
1 of 5 reviewers experienced three consecutive missed or severely…
Reliability score of 10/100 with high variance (45) suggests…
2 of 5 reviewers report paying for or expecting service and…
Phone staff communication is a documented problem: one reviewer…
ABC Plumbing, Sewer, Heating, Cooling & Electric
4.7·23k reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Strengths
Exceptional attention to detail and quality assurance: Multiple…
Follows up and goes above expectations: One tech stayed 12 hours…
Excellent cleanup and site management: Three reviews specifically…
Concerns
Pricing concerns: One reviewer explicitly states 'they over…
Common No Hot Water Scenarios
Check the Pilot Light
For gas water heaters: look through the viewing window. If the pilot is out, follow the relighting instructions on the unit. If it won't stay lit, the thermocouple may need replacing.
Check the Breaker
For electric water heaters: check if the breaker tripped. Reset it once. If it trips again, there's an electrical issue — call a plumber.
Check for Leaks
Look around the base of the water heater for pooling water. A leaking tank is urgent and may need replacement.
Wait 30 Minutes
If the water heater was recently turned off or the pilot went out, it takes 30-60 minutes to reheat. If hot water doesn't return, call a pro.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I have no hot water?
Common causes: tripped breaker or blown fuse (electric), pilot light out (gas), failed thermostat, broken heating element, sediment buildup, or a leaking tank. Age is also a factor — water heaters last 8-12 years.
Is no hot water an emergency?
It's urgent but not dangerous (unlike a gas leak). In Glendale Heights during cold months, no hot water is more urgent — frozen pipe risk increases. Most water heater pros in DuPage County offer same-day repair.
How much does it cost to fix no hot water in Glendale Heights?
Common fixes: thermostat replacement $100-$200, heating element $150-$300, thermocouple $100-$200. If the tank itself is leaking, replacement runs $1,200-$3,500 depending on type and size.
How long does water heater repair take?
Most water heater repairs in Glendale Heights take 1-2 hours. Element or thermostat replacement is quick. Full water heater replacement takes 2-4 hours for a tank unit, 4-8 hours for tankless conversion.
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