Best Repiping Pros in Elgin
#1
Excel Plumbing
4.8Repiping: 100/100
“Plumber arrived under an hour, pipes unthawed in less than 8 minutes!”
#2
Taylor Plumbing Inc.
4.5Repiping: 94/100
“fast and dependable service with expertise and knowledge”
#3Strong Hire
AAA Design Plumbing Schaumburg
5Repiping: 93/100
“explains what he is going to do and shows up as promised”
All Repiping Pros in Elgin
Excel Plumbing
4.8·702 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
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
Taylor Plumbing Inc.
4.5·35 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
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·
9 mi awayGoogle 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
Ray's Plumbing & Heating
3.8·47 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle 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…
Ford Plumbing
4.4·56 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle 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…
Urban Plumbing Inc.
5·297 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle 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…
B & A Plumbing, Inc.
4.9·98 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle 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·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle 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·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Workmanship called out specifically: galvanized-to-copper repipe…
Upfront estimates before work starts
Same-day dispatch on behind-the-wall leaks: Joe scheduled and…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Franzen Plumbing, Inc
4.9·630 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Workmanship cited in 3 of 5 sampled reviews
Same-day dispatch for commercial repair and residential plumbing…
Handled complex water-main break involving Nicor and municipality…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Legendary Service
5·340 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Workmanship cited in 21 of 90 reviews;
Tech-photo arrival notification noted as standard practice (Sue…
Emergency service on Saturday with freezing temps documented…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·3.1k reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Avoid4.8Google
Strengths
Multiple reviewers name Lorenco (tech 1774) for daily…
Luis (tech 6165) called out for upfront pricing walkthroughs and…
Reviewers describe quick dispatch for basement floods and…
Concerns
Severe Google/Yelp rating gap (4.8 vs 2.2)
One detailed account of property damage with no resolution
One reviewer reports $11,000 paid plus 'thousands of dollars…
Yelp rating 2.2/100 contrasts sharply with Google's 4.8/3094
Drain & Plumbing Services
4.8·731 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Proceed with care4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day response repeatedly cited
Sump pump and sewer back-up work praised by 4+ reviewers,…
Pricing called 'fair' or 'less than initial quote' in multiple…
Concerns
Google-vs-Yelp rating gap of 2.6 stars on a 100-review Yelp…
High variance (38) suggests inconsistent customer experiences
Yelp average of 2.2 across 100 reviews is dramatically below the…
Drain specialty score of 50 is mid-range despite being part of…
The Fair Plumber LLC
4.9·158 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Faucet and drain work cited in 13 and 7 reviews respectively
Sunday and after-Christmas emergency arrivals confirmed (Pa'al…
Quote-vs-competitor savings documented (Anthony Papp: 'separate…
Concerns
$17,000 outdoor-pipe replacement quote disputed in one 1-star…
Lifeline Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.9·3.3k reviews·
In ElginGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Up-front pricing called out on sewer-line work
Same-day / under-24-hour water-heater replacement documented:…
Reviewers specifically note floor/surface protection and post-job…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
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 Elgin, IL?
Whole-house repiping in Elgin 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 Kane 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 Kane County?
Yes — repiping work in Kane 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 Elgin 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 Elgin built before 1990 with original plumbing are prime candidates for evaluation.
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