Repiping in Merrillville, IN
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Lake County15 plumbers available
All Repiping Pros in Merrillville
A J's Plumbing & Sewer
3.8·71 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Strengths
4 of 5 recent reviews praise same-day or rapid response times,…
Fair pricing mentioned explicitly;
Clean, professional job completion noted in recent…
Concerns
Major red flag: drain rodding job required two returns within 4…
One 2018 review reports chronic lateness ('ALWAYS LATE.
Hours Plumbing, LLC
4·29 reviews·
In MerrillvilleGoogle Verified
+4 more
Strengths
3 of 5 reviews praise high-quality workmanship and…
Owner demonstrates customer service recovery: took back defective…
Pricing competitive compared to alternatives;
Concerns
2 of 5 reviews (40% failure rate in small sample) report no-shows…
Customer lost real estate opportunity due to plumber's ghosting…
2 of 5 reviews document complete communication breakdown: one…
No-show on scheduled 8am appointment despite customer's…
Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling
4.8·4.7k reviews·
In MerrillvilleGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Techs explain work in detail and walk customers through…
Same-day/under-24-hour turnaround on a furnace install with…
24/7 service plan actively offered and crews returned promptly…
Concerns
Sampled reviews skew toward furnace/HVAC work rather than…
Siemer Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
4.9·1.6k reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
After-hours Friday-night call connected to a tech who arrived…
Sump pump replaced during active rain before basement flooding…
Multi-day boiler and hot water heater install completed with…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·2.3k reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-night water-heater dispatch: Cullen arrived within 30…
Sunday-afternoon toilet repair handled within 2 hours of call…
Sewer rodding job included a walkthrough of why the line wasn't…
Concerns
1 of 5 sampled reviews reports an 11-hour appointment slip…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·1.1k reviews·
In MerrillvilleGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day/near-immediate dispatch: hour-arrival sewer clean-out…
Tech showed blockage on camera and gave a reasonable estimate on…
Concerns
themeCounts shows both 'expensive' and 'slow_response' flagged in…
Scheduling slip cited: first technician was 2+ hours past the…
One cited reviewer describes paying 'quite a lot of money' for…
Charge Construction & Plumbing LLC
4.9·85 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.9Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Feikema Plumbing & Sanitation
4.8·330 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Pricing called fair/reasonable in 3 of 5 sampled reviews…
Repeat-customer pattern across years and multiple plumbing issues…
Tech Chad arrived before the office could even call ahead and…
Concerns
No emergency or after-hours signals in sampled reviews
Neace Sewer & Water Service
4.9·102 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sub-hour arrival on a leaking valve / sink trap call, cited in 1…
Water heater replaced 'quickly and perfectly' with clean cleanup;
Honest-pricing signal: Kevin 'was honest about pricing and made…
Concerns
Service mix in cited reviews skews to small jobs (valve, sink…
Chalmers Plumbing LLC
4.8·130 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Phone-and-photo quoting with same-day install: water heater…
Storm/24-hour availability: responded overnight during a…
Pricing beats local competitors by ~$800 on water heaters in 2 of…
Concerns
Only 5 reviews analyzed out of 130 Google reviews
Reichelt Plumbing
4.6·405 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.6Google
Strengths
Same-day water-heater install cited (Bonita Alcantar: 'They came…
Tech went above-and-beyond on a toilet repair
Under-24-hour callout cited
Concerns
No after-hours / 24-hour mention in the cited sample
Young Plumbing
4.8·789 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Weekend water-heater replacement on a Sunday (Sebastian) after…
Early arrival on a clogged tub/sink job (Tom and Joe arrived 20…
Same-day water-pipe and sink repair (tech Ty) with a…
Concerns
1 of 5 sampled reviews reports techs cut a larger-than-quoted…
Norm's Plumbing
4.5·58 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.5Google
Strengths
Diagnoses against the upsell
Same-day emergency sewer response: basement flood from sewer pipe…
fair_pricing theme hit twice in 5 cited reviews…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Risinger Repairs
5·42 reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Nearly immediate response times: 4 of 5 reviews explicitly…
Transparent communication during work: 3 reviews note he explains…
Fair pricing with warranties: multiple reviewers emphasize…
Handles complex emergency work: water heater replacement and…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Hines Plumbing Inc
4.7·81 reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Handles emergency situations with exceptional follow-up: attended…
All 5 reviews cite prompt scheduling and on-time arrival, with…
Consistently honest pricing—two separate reviewers specifically…
Technicians (Jack, Sam, Matt) demonstrate problem-solving beyond…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
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 Merrillville, IN?
Whole-house repiping in Merrillville 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 Merrillville 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 Merrillville built before 1990 with original plumbing are prime candidates for evaluation.
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