Repiping in Buffalo Grove, IL
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Best Repiping Pros in Buffalo Grove
#1Strong Hire
Excel Plumbing
4.8Repiping: 100/100
“Plumber arrived under an hour, pipes unthawed in less than 8 minutes!”
#2Strong Hire
Drain Guys LLC
4.8Repiping: 96/100
“No hiccups, no surprise costs, everything completed exactly as promised.”
#3Strong Hire
Bills Plumbing & Sewer Inc.
4.9Repiping: 95/100
“He did so in a very minimal way, so that it can easily be repaired.”
All Repiping Pros in Buffalo Grove
Excel Plumbing
4.8·702 reviews·
In Buffalo GroveGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency response time: 2 reviewers report arrival…
Transparent pricing with no surprise charges: 3 reviewers…
Communicative throughout service: 4 of 5 reviewers mention clear…
Professional and courteous service staff: multiple reviewers note…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Drain Guys LLC
4.8·71 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
All 5 reviewers praise same-day or next-day responsiveness,…
4 of 5 reviewers explicitly mention transparent pricing with no…
All 5 reviewers cite excellent workmanship and attention to…
4 of 5 reviewers highlight Felix's communication style—explaining…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Bills Plumbing & Sewer Inc.
4.9·243 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 2 of 5 reviews explicitly…
Competitive pricing: reviewer compared quotes from 8 competing…
Minimally invasive repairs: burst pipe repair required opening a…
Professional team with named technicians (Kurt O., Luis, John O.)…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Taylor Plumbing Inc.
4.5·35 reviews·
In Buffalo GroveGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.5Google
Strengths
5 of 5 reviews praise fast response times and emergency…
4 of 5 reviewers explicitly mention professionalism,…
3 of 5 reviews highlight expertise in diagnosing and fixing…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify pricing or cost concerns;
AAA Design Plumbing Schaumburg
5·23 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-hour arrival cited repeatedly
Repeat customers and bathroom-remodel work mentioned
Reviewers consistently call pricing 'fair' or 'reasonable' and…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
JOSH-ROOTER Plumbing and Sewer
5·167 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: customer called at 9:30am…
5 of 5 reviews praise speed and efficiency—jobs completed faster…
4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention fair, honest, or reasonable…
5 of 5 reviews highlight professional communication and…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Ray's Plumbing & Heating
3.8·47 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Avoid3.8Google
Strengths
Specialty score of 92 on repipes is the highest in this batch
BBB-accredited A+ with 46 years in business
Repeat-customer reviewers describe multiple decades of reliable…
Concerns
A reviewer alleges a service vehicle damaged their car at a…
Multiple reports of warranty disputes on equipment originally…
Multiple 1-star reviewers describe the office staff as rude,…
Communication score (40) is the weakest dimension and matches…
Urban Plumbing Inc.
5·297 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
Nick personally takes calls and shows up next-day on water heater…
Reviewers explicitly call out 'no hassling, no upselling'
BBB A+ accredited with zero complaints in 10 years
Major sewer main and gas leak jobs handled with detailed…
Concerns
One Yelp 1-star describes a hose-bib repair that kept dripping…
Ford Plumbing
4.4·56 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.4Google
Strengths
Multiple 20-plus year repeat customers cite fair pricing and…
Same-day emergency response confirmed including a 4th of July…
Strong on water heater, sump pump, and ejector pump installs with…
Concerns
Pattern of communication breakdowns
Reckless-driving complaint involving a company van reported by…
One reviewer alleges shoddy work caused thousands in damage with…
B & A Plumbing, Inc.
4.9·98 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sewer line bid came in $1,500-2,500 below 3 competing quotes per…
New Year's Day flooded sump pump emergency met with on-site visit…
Multiple customers cite 25-30+ year relationships with the…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
J & S Plumbing Inc.
4.4·281 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.4Google
Strengths
Genuine emergency response: multiple reviewers describe 30-minute…
BBB A+ accredited with 35 years in business
Strong on water heaters and frozen pipes: 'plumbers gave me time…
Concerns
Multiple reviewers (Yelp + Google) describe being charged 'more…
Pricing surprises are a recurring complaint: $500 for a…
One Yelp reviewer reports they couldn't get a quoted part ordered…
S and J Plumbing & Sewer
4.9·4.2k reviews·
In Buffalo GroveGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Techs give fair estimates and explain the issue before starting…
Handles big-scope jobs like full galvanized-to-copper repipes and…
Same-day dispatch reported for leak behind wall and multi-issue…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Franzen Plumbing, Inc
4.9·630 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Often dispatches the same day;
Skilled at galvanized-to-copper repipes and water main work in…
Sends GrubHub-style ETA texts so you know when the plumber is en…
Concerns
One 1-star Yelp review (2020) alleges deceptive after-hours…
One Friday-night emergency required three different techs to…
The All Pipes INC.
5·245 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Owner-led quoting and quick response
Won't upsell on sump-pump jobs
Sticks to the quote on large repipe work;
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Midcity Plumbing
4.7·113 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.7Google
Strengths
Owners Mario and Joe build long-term relationships with condo…
Pricing comes in well below competitors
Capable of major same-week structural work
Concerns
Scheduling slipped on a 2020 condo angle valve job
One reviewer felt the customer service phone staff were crabby…
Common Repiping Scenarios
Whole-House Repipe
Replacing all supply lines in your home with modern copper or PEX. Recommended when you have galvanized pipes with frequent leaks.
Partial Repipe
Replacing specific sections of deteriorated pipe rather than the entire system. A cost-effective option when damage is localized.
Polybutylene Pipe Replacement
Homes built between 1978-1995 may have polybutylene (poly-B) pipes that are prone to sudden failure. Insurance companies may require replacement.
Water Line Replacement
Replacing the main water supply line from the street to your home. Necessary when the line is corroded, leaking, or made of lead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does repiping cost in Buffalo Grove, IL?
Whole-house repiping in Buffalo Grove typically costs $4,000-$15,000 depending on home size, number of fixtures, and pipe material (PEX vs copper). A 1,500 sq ft home averages $5,000-$8,000. Get multiple quotes from the repiping specialists listed below.
How long does a whole-house repipe take?
A typical whole-house repipe takes 2-5 days depending on home size and accessibility. Most plumbers in Lake County can complete a single-story home in 2-3 days. Two-story homes or those with slab foundations may take longer.
Do I need a permit for repiping in Lake County?
Yes — repiping work in Lake County requires a plumbing permit and inspection. Your plumber should pull the permit before starting work. Unpermitted plumbing work can create problems when selling your home and may void insurance coverage.
How do I know if my Buffalo Grove home needs repiping?
Signs you need repiping include: discolored or rusty water, frequent leaks in different locations, low water pressure throughout the house, and visible pipe corrosion. Homes in Buffalo Grove built before 1990 with original plumbing are prime candidates for evaluation.
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