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No Hot Water in Marengo, IL

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McHenry County15 plumbers available

Best No Hot Water Pros in Marengo

#1Conditional 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

#2Conditional 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.

#3Strong Hire

Black Diamond Plumbing & Mechanical Inc.

4.9Reviewed for no hot water

without hesitation a representative from Black Diamond pulled over and hopped out with a battery operated compressor to help.

All No Hot Water Pros in Marengo

ASAP Plumbing

4.9·437 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pickSolid pick
4.9Google
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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·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
4.4Google
14
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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·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pickTop pick
4.9Google
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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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Tidy Tank Plumbing, Sewer, and Septic

4.9·1.1k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
4.9Google
1.1k
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24/7
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Strengths
Septic emergency calls accommodated after-hours
Sump pump call answered within 45 minutes;
Septic techs document work with photos on the invoice and explain…
Concerns
One 2025 reviewer paid the $129 service fee but the quoted $600+…
A 2020 Yelp reviewer reports a scheduled, confirmed septic repair…
Repeat-pump complaint: 2020 review says system was pumped months…
Plumbing-side pricing flagged as steep

Air Man Heating, Cooling & Plumbing (Air Management Services Inc)

4.9·306 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In MarengoGoogle Verified
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AvoidAvoid
4.9Google
306
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Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Suburban Sewer & Septic Inc.

4.8·48 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In MarengoGoogle Verified
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AvoidAvoid
4.8Google
48
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Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Zenks Plumbing LLC

4.7·15 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In MarengoGoogle Verified
+5 more
AvoidAvoid
4.7Google
15
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Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

On Point Plumbing

5·11 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
AvoidAvoid
5.0Google
11
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Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

M J Plumbing

4.8·19 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
AvoidAvoid
4.8Google
19
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Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

JB Plumbing

4.8·16 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
AvoidAvoid
4.8Google
16
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Not enough data to identify weaknesses

A.C.T. Plumbing & Property Management, Inc.

5·174 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
AvoidAvoid
5.0Google
174
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Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Turner Plumbing

5·117 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
AvoidAvoid
5.0Google
117
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Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Toppel Plumbing Inc

4.2·15 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
AvoidAvoid
4.2Google
15
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Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Hansen Heating, Plumbing & Air

4.9·254 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
AvoidAvoid
4.9Google
254
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24/7
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Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Complete Plumbing Services, Inc.

4.8·21 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
AvoidAvoid
4.8Google
21
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24/7
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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 Marengo 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 Marengo?
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 Marengo 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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