Best No Hot Water Pros in Harvard
#1Strong Hire
Advanced Water Heating Solutions
5No Hot Water: 92/100
“Anthony gave us a great price on a new water heater. He and his apprentice installed it promptly, disposed of our old water heater and cleaned up the area.”
#2Conditional Hire
ASAP Plumbing
4.9No Hot Water: 75/100
“they told me the issue was with the drain and charged me $877 to fix it”
#3Conditional Hire
D & D Plumbing Company
4.4No Hot Water: 70/100
“Plumber did not arrive until 50 minutes after the appointment time and said job could not be completed because snow in the driveway made it hard to get equipment in.”
All No Hot Water Pros in Harvard
Advanced Water Heating Solutions
5·90 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Water heater installs praised in 4 of 5 sampled reviews
Fair-pricing signal: 'No upsell, just quality work at a fair…
Short-notice availability: came out same week for one reviewer…
Concerns
One review noted a weeks-long decision cycle on a utility-tub…
ASAP Plumbing
4.9·437 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
25 of 90 analyzed reviews cite fast response
Burst-pipe emergency call handled same-day
Water heater replacements (11 mentions) and gas-line work are…
Concerns
One customer was charged $877 for a drain fix that turned out to…
Pricing complaints are surfacing
Scheduling and job-completion timing have slipped
D & D Plumbing Company
4.4·14 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.4Google
Strengths
Upfront pricing quoted by phone
Will shift schedule for same-day emergencies (exploded water…
Technicians (Brian, Dan, Dave) named repeatedly across multi-year…
Concerns
One reviewer reports the plumber arrived 50 minutes late for a…
Black Diamond Plumbing & Mechanical Inc.
4.9·6.6k reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Reviewers describe technicians arriving on time and explaining…
Repeat customer since 2019 reports up-front pricing with no…
Multiple reviewers describe technicians as patient and willing to…
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M J Plumbing
4.8·19 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.8Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Air Man Heating, Cooling & Plumbing (Air Management Services Inc)
4.9·306 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.9Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
On Point Plumbing
5·11 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid5.0Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Suburban Sewer & Septic Inc.
4.8·48 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.8Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
JB Plumbing
4.8·16 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.8Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Zenks Plumbing LLC
4.7·15 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Avoid4.7Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9·1.2k reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Techs walk through what caused the problem and preventative steps…
Crews stay on root-clogged drains until clear, running pipes…
Swift dispatch with techs arriving promptly to handle fixes and…
Concerns
One reviewer flagged the price as steep
Community Plumbing Company
3.9·25 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid3.9Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Helton Plumbing Hero
5·246 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid5.0Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Accurate Plumbing Pros, Inc
5·140 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid5.0Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain
4.7·500 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Avoid4.7Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
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 Harvard during cold months, no hot water is more urgent — frozen pipe risk increases. Most water heater pros in McHenry County offer same-day repair.
How much does it cost to fix no hot water in Harvard?
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 Harvard 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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