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Water heater installers and replacers in Elgin

Avatar for S A V Plumbing, Inc.
S A V Plumbing, Inc.
505 Patton Drive
4.93(
305
)
Approved Pro
S A V Plumbing, Inc.
505 Patton Drive
4.93(
305
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

Welcome to SAV Plumbing, Inc. Our company provides residential, commercial, new construction and service to the North Shore and the surrounding areas. We know plumbing. Exterior to interior, top to bottom, our plumbing services address anything and everything. Have you ever had to call a plumber only to find that they didn’t show up fully prepared with all the right equipment and they had to go back to their offices, or to a nearby hardware store? With our team you can expect full preparation for every job, no matter how rushed. Fully licensed, bonded, and insured, every member of our team of plumbing contractors has years of experience in the local industry, and pride themselves in doing quality work, even and especially on, emergency calls. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

"I hired Andrey from SAV plumbing to install and remove a water heater. He was prompt and clean and did a great job. He was super knowledgeable and made many recommendations for things he thinks we should attend to in addition in our home. I would definitely call him again for other plumbing needs."

Jim M on June 2025

Welcome to SAV Plumbing, Inc. Our company provides residential, commercial, new construction and service to the North Shore and the surrounding areas. We know plumbing. Exterior to interior, top to bottom, our plumbing services address anything and everything. Have you ever had to call a plumber only to find that they didn’t show up fully prepared with all the right equipment and they had to go back to their offices, or to a nearby hardware store? With our team you can expect full preparation for every job, no matter how rushed. Fully licensed, bonded, and insured, every member of our team of plumbing contractors has years of experience in the local industry, and pride themselves in doing quality work, even and especially on, emergency calls. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

"I hired Andrey from SAV plumbing to install and remove a water heater. He was prompt and clean and did a great job. He was super knowledgeable and made many recommendations for things he thinks we should attend to in addition in our home. I would definitely call him again for other plumbing needs."

Jim M on June 2025


Avatar for Maple Plumbing, Inc.
Maple Plumbing, Inc.
4 North 210 Kenwood Avenue
4.84(
111
)
Approved Pro
Maple Plumbing, Inc.
4 North 210 Kenwood Avenue
4.84(
111
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

We here at Maple Plumbing take pride in our work and always pay attention to the minor details. Always going the extra mile to ensure quality on everything we do. Our customers know they can rely on us no matter what the project may be. We are prompt and professional with our services. Call us today for your next project! Free est

"Excellent service and installation of new water heater . Dan arrived at 8AM, 2 hours before his arrival time 11AM. Made my request after 3AM. Dan responded with an hour. Gave me quotes that included installation. Super nice guy. If needed for again plumbing service, will hire again. Highly recommended. "

Efrain P on June 2025

We here at Maple Plumbing take pride in our work and always pay attention to the minor details. Always going the extra mile to ensure quality on everything we do. Our customers know they can rely on us no matter what the project may be. We are prompt and professional with our services. Call us today for your next project! Free est

"Excellent service and installation of new water heater . Dan arrived at 8AM, 2 hours before his arrival time 11AM. Made my request after 3AM. Dan responded with an hour. Gave me quotes that included installation. Super nice guy. If needed for again plumbing service, will hire again. Highly recommended. "

Efrain P on June 2025


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Aqua Knight Plumbing Co.
2815 Forbes Avenue Ste 107
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Aqua Knight Plumbing Co.
2815 Forbes Avenue Ste 107
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

With 24 years of experience we are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repairs for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services from water heater installations, sewer main installations, sump pump installations, repairs and so much more! We take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects were involved with. Were known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction. All Work Is Warrantied - Inquire Within Military Veteran and First Responders Discounts Available - Inquire Within Deposits May Be Required - Inquire Within Accepts Cash, Checks & Major Credit Cards Financing Options Are Available - Inquire Within 24/7 Emergency Services Available aquaknightplumbing.com

"Highly recommend! Great service!"

Matt L on February 2024

With 24 years of experience we are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repairs for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services from water heater installations, sewer main installations, sump pump installations, repairs and so much more! We take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects were involved with. Were known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction. All Work Is Warrantied - Inquire Within Military Veteran and First Responders Discounts Available - Inquire Within Deposits May Be Required - Inquire Within Accepts Cash, Checks & Major Credit Cards Financing Options Are Available - Inquire Within 24/7 Emergency Services Available aquaknightplumbing.com

"Highly recommend! Great service!"

Matt L on February 2024


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JVS Plumbing Company
5211 Mann Drive, Unit D
4.92(
114
)
Approved Pro
JVS Plumbing Company
5211 Mann Drive, Unit D
4.92(
114
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 local quotes requested

Here at JVS Plumbing Company we are more interested in making a customer than a sale.

"Excellent company hot water heater went out they were there the next morning on a Saturday couple hours job was done. Very professional Shane and his crew went above and beyond highly recommend them for any plumbing needs, i will be using them if needed that's for sure. Excellent business"

Pat W on June 2025

Here at JVS Plumbing Company we are more interested in making a customer than a sale.

"Excellent company hot water heater went out they were there the next morning on a Saturday couple hours job was done. Very professional Shane and his crew went above and beyond highly recommend them for any plumbing needs, i will be using them if needed that's for sure. Excellent business"

Pat W on June 2025


Wagner & Sons Plumbing, LLC
304 Winding Trail
4.81(
204
)
Approved Pro
Wagner & Sons Plumbing, LLC
304 Winding Trail
4.81(
204
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
70 local quotes requested

Wagner & Sons plumbing, LLC, has been in the business for the past 40 years. We’re dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installations and repairs for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and we take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. Call us today!

"They were great and very accommodating."

Nathan J on April 2025

Wagner & Sons plumbing, LLC, has been in the business for the past 40 years. We’re dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installations and repairs for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and we take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. Call us today!

"They were great and very accommodating."

Nathan J on April 2025


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Drainmaster Sewer and Plumbing, LLC
1302 Raymond Street
4.94(
59
)
Approved Pro
Drainmaster Sewer and Plumbing, LLC
1302 Raymond Street
4.94(
59
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

We are a small, family run company out of Roselle. We offer speedy service at a fair price. Estimates are always free. We treat you, and your house with the same respect we do family.

"Tim sr. and Tim jr. were two very personable men that worked well together. Highly recommend them for any plumbing needs. Quoted me a price over the phone, did a few extra things that I didn’t expect and just charged me the quoted price. I was very happy with what I considered to be extremely reasonable pricing. Had other quotes that were outrageous and wanted to basically replumb the whole house for no reason. I will definitely be calling them again for any other plumbing needs I have. Did an excellent job in a short amount of time to replace water heater and outside faucets."

Jeff L on May 2025

We are a small, family run company out of Roselle. We offer speedy service at a fair price. Estimates are always free. We treat you, and your house with the same respect we do family.

"Tim sr. and Tim jr. were two very personable men that worked well together. Highly recommend them for any plumbing needs. Quoted me a price over the phone, did a few extra things that I didn’t expect and just charged me the quoted price. I was very happy with what I considered to be extremely reasonable pricing. Had other quotes that were outrageous and wanted to basically replumb the whole house for no reason. I will definitely be calling them again for any other plumbing needs I have. Did an excellent job in a short amount of time to replace water heater and outside faucets."

Jeff L on May 2025


Avatar for BOESCHE PLUMBING LLC
BOESCHE PLUMBING LLC
200 Lakeside Court Unit 1431
5.00(
12
)
Approved Pro
BOESCHE PLUMBING LLC
200 Lakeside Court Unit 1431
5.00(
12
)
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"He was great to work with and price was responsible. "

Yakin P on June 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"He was great to work with and price was responsible. "

Yakin P on June 2025


Avatar for Duane Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drainage Inc.
Duane Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drainage Inc.
600 Long Lake Drive
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Duane Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drainage Inc.
600 Long Lake Drive
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
75 local quotes requested
37 years of experience

Duane Blanton Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Cooling has been serving Chicagoland and surrounding areas since 1988. Over 30+ years, we've developed the kind of service that surpasses expectations: a motivated team built on providing full-service support for your home, be it repair, maintenance or install. Our team licensed and certified technicians will guide you through every step of the process, from the initial phone call to service completion. This kind of reliability, transparency, professionalism and customer involvement allows us to develop long-lasting relationships with our clientele.

"Danny D, Jerry, and Adam, y’all are stuck with me as a client lol. They provided excellent service, funny, kind, accommodating and explained all that they were doing and all of our goals in maintaining my plumbing. They went above and beyond and I know in the future this is my go to team for our plumbing needs. They showed up last year and this year and just taught me so much in maintaining my home system and their expertise!!!"

Trinidad L on March 2025

Duane Blanton Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Cooling has been serving Chicagoland and surrounding areas since 1988. Over 30+ years, we've developed the kind of service that surpasses expectations: a motivated team built on providing full-service support for your home, be it repair, maintenance or install. Our team licensed and certified technicians will guide you through every step of the process, from the initial phone call to service completion. This kind of reliability, transparency, professionalism and customer involvement allows us to develop long-lasting relationships with our clientele.

"Danny D, Jerry, and Adam, y’all are stuck with me as a client lol. They provided excellent service, funny, kind, accommodating and explained all that they were doing and all of our goals in maintaining my plumbing. They went above and beyond and I know in the future this is my go to team for our plumbing needs. They showed up last year and this year and just taught me so much in maintaining my home system and their expertise!!!"

Trinidad L on March 2025


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4Ever Remodeling
6881 N Milwaukee Ave
4.91(
366
)
Approved Pro
4Ever Remodeling
6881 N Milwaukee Ave
4.91(
366
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
1552 local quotes requested

Don’t Get the Same Kitchen, Bathroom, Basement, or Home as Everyone Else. We don’t believe in copy-and-paste designs, prefabricated shortcuts, or cookie-cutter layouts. Whether you’re updating a kitchen, remodeling a bathroom, finishing a basement, or renovating your entire home, your project is custom-designed to match your taste, your needs, and the way you live. Since 2011, no two spaces we’ve completed have ever been the same. That’s because we take the time to understand your vision and craft a design that’s entirely your own. From bold kitchens and spa-inspired bathrooms to fully finished basements and seamless home remodels, every project is different.

"Excellent… no regrets using 4 Ever Remodeling"

Carol D on April 2025

Don’t Get the Same Kitchen, Bathroom, Basement, or Home as Everyone Else. We don’t believe in copy-and-paste designs, prefabricated shortcuts, or cookie-cutter layouts. Whether you’re updating a kitchen, remodeling a bathroom, finishing a basement, or renovating your entire home, your project is custom-designed to match your taste, your needs, and the way you live. Since 2011, no two spaces we’ve completed have ever been the same. That’s because we take the time to understand your vision and craft a design that’s entirely your own. From bold kitchens and spa-inspired bathrooms to fully finished basements and seamless home remodels, every project is different.

"Excellent… no regrets using 4 Ever Remodeling"

Carol D on April 2025


Avatar for Homewise Remodelers, Inc
Homewise Remodelers, Inc
2841 N Pulaski Rd
4.89(
91
)
Approved Pro
Homewise Remodelers, Inc
2841 N Pulaski Rd
4.89(
91
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
770 local quotes requested

Chicagoland's Reliable Home Improvement Company servicing the City of Chicago and most suburbs. We specialize in full remodels of kitchens, bathrooms, condos and basements. We do not offer repair work or partial remodels. Celebrating 25 years in business.

"Miro redid our kitchen and half bath and we're thrilled with the results. We got a few quotes and ultimately went with Homewise Remodelers because the price was reasonable and Miro was so thorough in walking us through our options. He helped us select cabinets and worked through several versions of the kitchen layout until we were happy with it--we were easily able to swap out cabinet layouts and finishings, like adding a farmhouse sink. His crew were reliable, on-time, and respectful of our property throughout the remodel and we appreciated their attention to detail. They solicited our input on decorative details and were quick to fix things we didn't like, e.g., the location of kitchen cabinet pulls. We felt they treated our home as they would their own. The project even wrapped up a few days early. We would absolutely recommend Homewise Remodelers and choose them for future projects."

Shelby K on April 2025

Chicagoland's Reliable Home Improvement Company servicing the City of Chicago and most suburbs. We specialize in full remodels of kitchens, bathrooms, condos and basements. We do not offer repair work or partial remodels. Celebrating 25 years in business.

"Miro redid our kitchen and half bath and we're thrilled with the results. We got a few quotes and ultimately went with Homewise Remodelers because the price was reasonable and Miro was so thorough in walking us through our options. He helped us select cabinets and worked through several versions of the kitchen layout until we were happy with it--we were easily able to swap out cabinet layouts and finishings, like adding a farmhouse sink. His crew were reliable, on-time, and respectful of our property throughout the remodel and we appreciated their attention to detail. They solicited our input on decorative details and were quick to fix things we didn't like, e.g., the location of kitchen cabinet pulls. We felt they treated our home as they would their own. The project even wrapped up a few days early. We would absolutely recommend Homewise Remodelers and choose them for future projects."

Shelby K on April 2025

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FAQs for water heater installation and replacement projects in Elgin, IL

You'll need an expansion tank if your home has a closed water system, which is standard in newer homes or those with backflow preventers or pressure regulators. Expanding hot water has nowhere to go in closed systems, creating potentially damaging pressure. The expansion tank provides space for this expanded water, protecting your plumbing system and water heater from premature failure. Many local building codes now require expansion tanks, and some water heater warranties may be voided without one.

For a standard 50-gallon water heater, a two-gallon expansion tank is sufficient. This sizing assumes normal household water pressure between 40 and 60 psi. If your home has higher water pressure (60 to 80 psi), consider upgrading to a slightly larger tank for added protection. The expansion tank's purpose is to accommodate the increased volume that occurs when cold water heats up, which is proportional to your water heater's capacity.

Watch for signs like dripping water around the tank, fluctuating water pressure throughout your home, or unusual noises in your plumbing system. A properly functioning expansion tank should feel light when tapped on the bottom—if it feels heavy or waterlogged, the internal bladder has likely failed. Other indicators include frequent triggering of your temperature and pressure relief valve, visible corrosion on the tank, or unexplained increases in your water bill, suggesting hidden leaks.

Most expansion tanks have a service life of five to 10 years, though some may last up to 12 years or more with proper maintenance. Factors affecting lifespan include water quality, system pressure, installation quality, and tank construction. Hard water areas often see shorter lifespans due to mineral buildup. Regular maintenance checks can help identify potential issues before complete failure. When your water heater is due for replacement, it's wise to replace the expansion tank simultaneously, even if it hasn't failed yet.

A 30-gallon water heater needs an expansion tank if your home has a closed plumbing system. The need for an expansion tank is determined by your plumbing system type rather than water heater size. Even smaller water heaters create thermal expansion when heating water. If your home has a backflow preventer, pressure regulator, or check valve on the main water line, you have a closed system that requires an expansion tank. Check your local plumbing codes, as many jurisdictions now mandate expansion tanks regardless of water heater size.

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