Water heater replacement and repair
No hot water is not a wait-until-Monday problem. We repair what can be repaired and replace what can't, sized right for the house, vented right, and tied in with clean copper. Most replacements are done the same day.
A tank water heater lasts ten to twelve years around here. Chicagoland water is hard, the sediment settles in the bottom of the tank, and eventually the tank either stops keeping up or starts leaking from the base. If yours is past ten years and making popping or rumbling noises, it is telling you something.
We repair what is worth repairing: thermocouples, gas valves, elements, relief valves, anode rods. When it's time to replace, we size the new unit to the household, vent it correctly, add the expansion tank code requires, tie it in with copper, and haul the old one away. Most swaps are done the same day you call.
Thinking about tankless? It's a good fit for some houses and a poor fit for others, depending on the gas line, venting route and how many fixtures run at once. We'll tell you straight which one your house is.
Bonded and insured in the State of Illinois. 40+ years of experience on the crew.
What we do
- Hot water heater replacement
- Tank and tankless installation
- Pilot, thermocouple and element repair
- Expansion tanks and pressure relief
- Gas and water line tie-ins
- Old unit hauled away
Signs it's time to call
- No hot water, or it runs out much faster than it used to
- Water pooling around the base of the tank
- Rumbling, popping or banging from the tank
- Rusty or discoloured hot water
- The unit is more than ten years old
Where we do this work
From our Alsip headquarters, across the southwest, south and west suburbs:
Alsip · Willowbrook · Frankfort · Mokena · New Lenox · Orland Park · Tinley Park · Oak Lawn · Burr Ridge · Hinsdale · Homer Glen · Palos Heights · all towns
Water Heaters: common questions
How long does a water heater replacement take?
A like-for-like tank replacement is usually two to three hours. Moving to a different size, relocating the unit or converting to tankless takes longer, and we'll tell you up front.
Should I repair or replace my water heater?
If the tank itself is leaking, replace it; tanks can't be patched. If it's under eight years old and the problem is a part like a thermocouple, element or valve, a repair usually makes sense.
Do I need an expansion tank?
In most Illinois municipalities, yes, whenever the home has a closed system with a check valve or pressure regulator on the water service. We install one with every replacement that needs it.
Other services
Sewer & Drain
Rodding, camera inspection, sewer line replacement and drainage repair.
Sump & Ejector Pumps
Sump pump and ejector pump replacement, backups and pit work.
Water Piping & Repiping
In-house water piping replacement. We have a soft spot for copper.
Bathroom Remodeling
New tubs, shower bases, sinks and faucet fixtures, set right.
Rough-In Plumbing
New construction, additions and remodels done to code, first time.
Request water heaters service
Tell us what's going on and we'll get back to you, usually the same business day.
- (708) 935-5555
- Alsip, IL
- Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: By appointment
Sunday: Closed