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No Hot Water in Portage, IN

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Best No Hot Water Pros in Portage

#1

Young Plumbing

4.8No Hot Water: 96/100

professional, kind, worked with accurate and incredible efficiency

#2

Chalmers Plumbing LLC

4.8No Hot Water: 95/100

He was our life saver at reasonable price.

#3

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.8No Hot Water: 95/100

Scheduled 10am-12pm, showed up at 9pm unable to fix.

All No Hot Water Pros in Portage

Young Plumbing

4.8·789 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
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Exceptional responsiveness: 4 of 5 reviews mention same-day or…
Strong workmanship quality: 4 of 5 reviews praise…
Outstanding communication during scheduling: Multiple reviewers…
Concerns
1 of 5 reviews reports major billing dispute with hole size…
Limited equipment for complex water detection: One reviewer noted…

Chalmers Plumbing LLC

4.8·130 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In PortageGoogle Verified
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130
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Pricing fairness: 3 of 5 reviews explicitly mention beating…
Emergency responsiveness: 2-hour arrival on Sunday, 24-hour…
Communication: 4 of 5 reviews praise clear, fast communication…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.8·2.3k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4 of 5 reviews praise responsiveness and after-hours…
4 of 5 reviews highlight excellent communication, from proactive…
Workmanship quality praised when jobs are completed—multiple…
Concerns
One severe scheduling failure with a no-solution outcome raises…

Neace Sewer & Water Service

4.9·102 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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102
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Response time: 4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention prompt arrival…
Pricing fairness: All 5 reviews praise reasonable/fair pricing…
Workmanship quality: All 5 reviews confirm work completed…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Reichelt Plumbing

4.6·405 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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405
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Same-day or next-day response: All 5 reviews mention rapid…
Thorough communication and explanation: 3 reviews explicitly…
Professional cleanup and attention to detail: 3 reviews highlight…
Concerns
Complete absence of pricing information across all 5 reviews is…

Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling

4.8·4.7k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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Emergency responsiveness: 1 of 5 reviews explicitly mentions…
Communication and education: 4 of 5 reviews specifically praise…
Follow-through reliability: 1 review documents them returning to…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Plumbing Paramedics

4.9·574 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
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Emergency responsiveness: 3 of 5 reviews explicitly praise…
Workmanship and thoroughness: 4 of 5 reviews highlight skilled…
Transparency and integrity: 2 of 5 reviews specifically contrast…
Concerns
Post-service communication breakdown: One reviewer explicitly…

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.8·1.1k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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Fast emergency response: 3 of 5 reviews specifically mention…
Strong technical execution: 4 of 5 reviews praise workmanship…
Transparent communication: 3 of 5 reviews highlight clear…
Concerns
First-visit reliability issue: 1 of 5 reviews documents no-show +…
No-show risk on first dispatch: 1 of 5 reviews reports scheduled…
Premium pricing: Multiple reviews acknowledge 'not cheap' costs;

Feikema Plumbing & Sanitation

4.8·330 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 2 of 5 reviews explicitly…
Consistent pricing fairness: 3 of 5 reviews specifically praise…
Proactive problem-solving: Multiple reviews highlight technicians…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

ABC Plumbing, Sewer, Heating, Cooling & Electric

4.8·80 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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80
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Fast same-day scheduling and quick diagnosis: 3 of 5 reviews…
Exceptional technician quality and customer service: All 5…
Clear communication and education: 4 of 5 reviews mention…
Concerns
Pricing fairness score of 0 suggests serious cost concerns in the…

Norm's Plumbing

4.5·58 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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Fast response to emergencies: 4 of 5 reviews mention same-day or…
Honest pricing and avoids upselling: 3 reviews specifically…
Thorough problem-solving: Multiple reviews highlight Brandon…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Gora Plumbing

4.5·11 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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All 5 reviews praise efficiency and fair…
Workmanship excellence mentioned explicitly ('very clean and…
Strong personal reputation with owner praised directly;
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Whiting Plumbing

4.8·11 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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Consistent pricing fairness: 3 of 5 reviews specifically praise…
Long-term reliability: Multiple reviews cite 40+ years of family…
Professional execution: 4 of 5 reviews mention punctuality, pride…
Concerns
Business closure: As of March 2025, company voicemail indicates…

Salyer Plumbing, Inc.

4.3·20 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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Fast emergency response: 3 reviews explicitly mention same-day…
High-quality workmanship on complex jobs: 3 reviews praise…
Concerns
Apprentice-solo dispatch pattern: 2 of 5 reviews mention…
Unprofessional dispatch/scheduling: 1 review details receptionist…

AA YES Plumbing inc

4.2·171 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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Exceptional responsiveness: 2 of 5 reviews explicitly mention…
High-quality workmanship: 3 of 5 reviewers praise technicians…
Preventative service model: Sustainer Service reviewed positively…
Concerns
Aggressive upselling or inaccurate scope assessment: 1 review…
Pricing transparency gap: 1 of 5 reviews documents $800 quote for…
Price sensitivity: 1 of 5 mentions discontinuing club membership…

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 Portage during cold months, no hot water is more urgent — frozen pipe risk increases. Most water heater pros in Porter County offer same-day repair.
How much does it cost to fix no hot water in Portage?
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 Portage 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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