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Avatar for AMERICAN FAMILY HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
AMERICAN FAMILY HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
4.9(
72
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Serving Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service from the time we contacted Tim, to the time everything was done.  Fair price, good quality work, great clean up, and everything works amazing now after replacing our 20 year old systems.   VERY highly recommended!!!
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Response time3 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Precision Today Plumbing Heating Cooling Electrical
Precision Today Plumbing Heating Cooling Electrical
4.7(
564
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Serving Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Mike was very helpful he was there actually to check after there was a sewer repair and also my hot water heater as a courtesy... he helped me with future plumbing issues that I may have and some suggestions with them...he was very professional throughout the visit"
New PVC piping for double lav and vent stack
Updated kitchen faucet and drains
Original fixture
New fixture installed
Compromised sewer line

+47

Response time3 hrs
Response rate90%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Lifeline Plumbing Heating & Cooling
Lifeline Plumbing Heating & Cooling
4.6(
2,422
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Serving Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Lifeline was great. Our hot water heater went out tonight and within 1.5 hours of calling Brandon was here ready to replace our hot water heater. He gave us multiple options and discussed each in detail with us. Very professional and will definitely use again."
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+15

Response time5 hrs
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for All Affordable Plumbing Inc
All Affordable Plumbing Inc
4.9(
177
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Serving Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Horatio and his team took my "sump pump turns on every minute, don't know where all this water is coming from" issue to their heart which is heartwarming to experience. They diagnosed the problem by spending like 4 hours at my place and when we could not figure out the exact cause, they did help narrow it down to being either a broken intake pipe or high water table. They also put a temporary reroute for ground water to rule out any issues with the sewer line which is the case sometimes. They replaced one of my broken sump pump too for a reasonable price."
Pipe was completely packed! Drain cleaning was not going to do the  job here!
Master Bath - Chicago
Geberit wall mounted toilet carrier installed. Wall mounted faucet installed. Hall Bath.
You can see the crud inside the pipe accumulated over 60+ years!
Old Broken Clay pipe just outside the foundation wall.

+41

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
4.3(
3,279
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Serving Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On November 15th Chicago was hit with some extreme wind gusts that caused my water heater pilot light to extinguish. I thought this was a simple reset, but the problem was more complicated. I learned the electrode was defective. Had I undertaken this project as a DIY, I would have spent more time than I would have cared to try to figure out why I could not get a flame for my water heater. I was smart to call Four Seasons. My technician figured out the problem quickly. There are times when calling a professional makes sense. I am not an expert on water heaters outside of knowing how to turn it on, clean it periodically, and knowing when I need a new one. Thank you Four Seasons for responding quickly and bringing me hot water."
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Response time9 hrs
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for R.A. Mechanical, Inc.
R.A. Mechanical, Inc.
4.7(
345
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Serving Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional from The evaluation of our leaking water heater to the installation of a first class heater two days later. Excellent service overall, would highly recommend."
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+63

Response time6 hrs
382 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Aqua Knight Plumbing Co.
Aqua Knight Plumbing Co.
5.0(
9
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Serving Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience with Aqua Knight. Walked through the estimate on Saturday. Came first thing Monday and knocked it out. Would recommend them for anyone needing a new hot water heater."
Camera Inspection
Hydro Jetting
Van Set Up
Pressure Cleaning
New shutoff valve

+90

Response time3 hrs
94 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by55%of homeowners
Avatar for Service King Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric, Inc.
Service King Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric, Inc.
4.4(
442
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Serving Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They responded very quickly and their pricing was very reasonable. I already had them replace a leaking faucet and replace our water heater. Would definitely use them again!"
Kohler Kitchen Faucet
High Efficient Furnace & A/C Installation
Rinnai Tankless Water Heater
Response time5 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for JVS Plumbing Company
JVS Plumbing Company
4.9(
119
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Serving Barrington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Installed Hot water heater. Office contact helpful and responsive, and the technician was pleasant, professional and did an outstanding job on the installation. Whole project ran smoothly and was a good experience all around. Highly recommend for hot water heater installation and will not hesitate to contact them again for any other plumbing needs."
Drinking fountain install
Drinking fountain install
75 gallon water heaters
Grease interceptor instal
Grease interceptor instal

+45

Response time1 day
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for water heater repair or service projects in Barrington, IL

Warning signs include fluctuating water temperatures, a pilot light that repeatedly goes out, unusual noises from the tank, or complete heating failure. You might also detect a rotten egg smell, indicating a potential gas leak, or notice water that never reaches the proper temperature. If your water heater is over eight years old and displaying these symptoms, the gas valve is a likely culprit. Professional inspection is recommended, especially if gas odors are present.

Water heater gas valves are not universally interchangeable. Each valve must match your specific water heater's make, model, and specifications. Important compatibility factors include gas type (natural gas vs. propane), BTU rating, connection types, and physical dimensions. Using an incorrect valve can result in poor performance, premature failure, or dangerous gas leaks. Always consult your water heater's documentation or a professional plumber to identify the appropriate replacement valve for your unit.

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