Best in Chicago IL

We had a clogged sewer line backing up from the floor drain where the washer drains into but also backing up from toilets.  We called them (Chicago Hts number but surely the same business) and like the Yellow Pages ad says, they were out within the hour.  The estimate was $250-275.  They rodded out the main line using the cleanout in the front yard and quickly the toilets were flushing smoothly.  

But not so the floor drain.  I had had some inklings that there was a clog very close by so it didn't totally surprise me that we actually had two clogs.  And, boy did they have to work to clear this one, finally having to remove the standpipe thing coming from the washer and even having to bring in the big machine they used outside.  (They were having to snake through a trap in the piping under the concrete slab floor to get to the clog.)  I asked if releasing that clog would potentially move on to reclog the mainline and true to their word, they went back outside and rodded the mainline all over again.  They explained what they were doing and why they would do it the way they did at every stage.

The floor drain clog took a lot more work than the mainline clog and they could have asked for double the quote.  In the end the tab came to $400 which is not cheap but I think for 2 men and the amount of time spent not only doing it but doing it right (so far as I could tell), it was reasonable.  Hopefully it all stays free running for a long time.  I would use them again when the time comes.

Let me start by stating that I typically never write reviews and my husband usually takes care of all repairs in the house. After discovering we had a hole in a pipe in our wall on a Sunday, my husband decided this is more that he really wanted to tackle. After clean up and a temporary fix to get us through to Monday, he made 4 calls to 4 companies based on reviews from the local FB site. One call back asked us to send pics and then he backed off, another said he could maybe stop by later in the day & to call when him back in the late afternoon (code for no thx), the third was in Elgin and was trying to see who'd be available to come to Schaumburg and then we got the call back from B&A.  They scheduled an appt to come out Tues morning.  They showed up on time as promised and got to work.  The initial problem was address and repaired quickly.  We then discovered the issue was bigger than we originally thought.  Corrosion in one pipe meant problems with the others.  Ultimately they had to schedule a second appt to break into the concrete to make the fix.  They came back as promised and fixed the issue. It was the best case scenario thankfully!  I was scared to look at the bill for the two visits but it was honestly a great surprise.  They were very reasonable and the total came in less then the deductible on our homeowners policy! A big thank you to Jim & Ryan for a job well done!  I highly recommend B&A!

Have used Joe for at least 10 years.  Use him not only at our house, but more often at a 4 flat we own.  Good work, fair prices, and shows up when he says he will.  And shows up quickly if it's an emergency.  Can't recommend him highly enough!

Awesome guy who fixed my plumbing problem in five minutes after another plumber worked on it for three days.  Also he checked a few other issues for free. Reasonable price as week.

Had received a quote from another plumber for my cabin in Three Oaks.  Thought it was somehwat high so decided to get a second quote before proceeding...so glad I did!  Not only was Goodman lower but my experience from initial call to on-site completion was top-notch on all.  Nick (owner) took time to explain the issues and even though they ran into an unexpected on-site issue (I actually had a 120v water heater versus a 220v), he was able to pivot immediately and get a new unit in and install it the very next morning in time for guests arriving following day.   Could not recommend this company enough - just an honest, efficient, professional small business that always make sure they have a happy and satisifed customer whatever it takes.  Thanks to Goodman team and will be recommending you to all the other owners at Lakeside Cabins!

bob is wonderful. very ethical and pays a lot of attention to detail. wouldn't use anyone else.

We needed help with removing our toilet and replacing the wax ring, but we didn't have the tool to cut a rusty screw. They were quick to respond to my initial call and flexible with coming later the following day when my husband was home from work. They arrived on time and were done very quickly, at an affordable price. Both men were polite, friendly, and social. We will definitely be saving their number for future needs!

Gus is the best, and we've tried a few. He is smart, punctual, proficient, conscientious, personable, and reasonable. We always call him first.

Very Professional and Friendly. Competitive prices. I called Cesar that day and he came out right away.

When we called our go to local plumber to install a Kraus KPF-1602 faucet (replacing the Grohe currently installed) we were told there would be a $69 charge to send the plumber out. We were blindsided with a ridiculously high quote to install a kitchen faucet. Not only that, the plumber seemed nervous and uncomfortable with the install claiming it was too tight and the faucet too high end and might require two people.

We called Glenbrook and they did the install perfectly in an hour ($160). Rob, who did the install was friendly and helpful and didn't shy away from a bit of a challenge which turned out to be a non-challenge - there was even enough time to call the manufacturer about some tweaks and features of the new faucet.

Am very happy with Glenbrook, our new go-to plumbers!

I have a gut rehab in Chicago and I called to see if this was a company that can handle the plumbing. This guys was extremely rude and just wanted the address. He then said, You wouldn't have the money for me, I don't want my trucks in that area. Our property is just off Oakpark and in a great up-and-coming area. I earn six figures and this is my 4th property. Just because I am a minority doesn't mean I don't have the money to work with you. I probably earn more money then you anyway, but above all this guy was very condescending. If you are a minority or someone that supports equal rights, don't give this guy your business. Let him earn it in white collar communities he probably can't afford to live in himself.

Avoid. I do my homework - read reviews, use Youtube and get three quotes.  I really wanted to use this company and keep business local to Oak Forest, I could not. Tech arrived and broke into the classic HVAC sales pitch - heat exchanger cracked (he could tell by a slightly rusted screw on outside), carbon monoxide risk (scared wife) and quoted me very high price for installation of new high end (he only had two in stock) replacement unit. He then signed me up for with an email company sending me nag emails every day. I went elsewhere and saved $1500. In a world of Melvin's, this is where he lives.

Do Not Hire this person!!!
We recently hired him for a small shower renovation. We paid him $4k and he never finished the job. We had 3 separate plumbers check his work and All of them said it was incorrect. We ended up paying someone else to finish the job correctly. He ghosted us and never responded to us after he took our money. HORRIBLE! Please Do Not Hire Him!!!

Public Plumbers was referred to us by a trusted professional in the plumbing business when we discovered a gas leak in our house. This was an emergency situation and they came out within an hour of calling. They were very professional and thorough! It took a long time because they were being very careful and making sure they got every leak. I was expecting a gigantic bill but it was reasonable, given the situation. Peoples Gas came back out to assess and said the plumbers did a great job- we got our gas turned back on. I highly recommend this business!