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Our technicians are some of the highest caliber in the area and are always ready to solve your plumbing needs beyond your expectations. To ensure confidence and integrity, all our technicians receive continuous training to stay on top of all the latest technologies of our trade. We are repair and installation experts and offer a free home safety inspection with every service call.

These inspections can save enormous repair bills. It has been shown that over 80% of water damage due to plumbing failures could have been avoided with proper preventive maintenance. We are a highly reviewed family owned and operated Illinois plumbing & sewer company serving Chicagoland. We offer 24/7 emergency plumbing with no extra fees -that includes nights, weekends, and holidays.

Plumbing issues never happen at a convenient time, so we offer same-day service so that whatever plumbing problem comes your way, we'll be there. We believe in providing our customers with the highest caliber service, the best plumbing materials and giving the highest level of customer service while maintaining affordable prices.
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We are a highly reviewed family owned and operated Illinois plumbing & sewer company serving Chicagoland. We offer 24/7 emergency plumbing with no extra fees -that includes nights, weekends, and holidays. Plumbing issues never happen at a convenient time, so we offer same-day service so that whatever plumbing problem comes your way, we'll be there.
A clogged drain causes problems for the entire house. A clog can cause tubs and sinks to drain slowly and often smell bad as well. In severe causes, a clogged drain can even cause a leak in the pipes when the water builds up and causes a crack. If you notice your drains are slow to clear, call Windy City Rooter.
When a plumbing emergency strikes in your Chicagoland home, the most important thing is to act fast. A plumbing emergency can happen at any time, night or day, and it can wreak havoc on your home. If you have a problem with your plumbing that needs an emergency plumber, call Windy City Rooter. Our expert plumbing services will take care of your plumbing and make sure your home is safe.
If you need a plumbing specialist in Chicagoland who knows their way around grease traps or catch basins, turn to Windy City Rooter for these specialized services. Grease traps can be an integral part of your kitchen, particularly if you have a busy commercial kitchen. As you cook and clean, greases, fats, and oils have to go somewhere.
Chicagoland area and are in need of pump services from the best plumber in Chicago, get in touch with Windy City Rooter today. For the past 10 years, we've built a reputation for excellence and high-quality work. For all of our services, we offer no-obligation free estimates. If your current pump is faulty or acting up or if you would like to explore the option of getting a new pump, call today.
Reviews (19)
Johnny Kim
Johnny Kim
Jan 04, 2022
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Had a sewage pipe that was seemingly backed up again after a different plumber supposedly "fixed it". Turns out the previous plumber did not fix the root issue. Max and his crew came out (on a Thanksgiving weekend no-less) and fixed the issue and even helped me navigate the insurance claim process. Can't thank them enough for taking care of this major issue quickly and efficiently.
Pete Leone
Pete Leone
Dec 26, 2021
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WCR did an amazing job repairing and enhancing my drainage problem. They were on time every day and finished ahead of schedule; 4 days not 5. The work site was set up for a safe work environment and was cleaned up every night. The workers that showed up went above and beyond want was initially asked of them. Pricing was simple to understand and extremely fair for the quality of work that was done. WCR has made it to my short list of company's that I would allow to come back to work on my property.
James Reth
James Reth
Dec 14, 2021
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We had to find a plumber quickly when we found a gas leak and our gas was turned off by Nicor. We chose Windy City based on all of the favorable reviews and their service area. We couldn’t be more pleased with our choice. They responded immediately and fixed the gas problem quickly. We requested that they look at a sewage issue which led to finding a collapsed line to our septic tank. They quickly sent a crew of 5 guys to dig up and replace the line. We developed an appreciation for there professionalism, quality of work, and fair pricing. We decided to have them replace old water and sewer lines
Reggie L.
Reggie L.
Nov 27, 2021
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My family had a plumbing emergency and reached out to multiple plumbing companies in the North Shore area. Windy City Rooter was the first to show up but while he arrived, we had another (more affordable) plumber call and say that he was on the way. My wife decided to tell the plumber from Windy City Rooter that she didn't need his service since we had another plumber on the way. That 2nd plumber tried to work on the clog in our main sewer but was unsuccessful. He recommended calling another company more capable of handling heavy duty repairs. My wife decided to call Windy City Rooter
Hamad H.
Hamad H.
Nov 20, 2021
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Really more of 2.5 but I rounded up.

The Good: Quick to reply, the owner cares about the business and making customers happy. The scheduling/online team are great. Free, no obligation quotes.

The Bad: Like any company with employees (vs solo plumber) it can be hit and miss with the quality of the plumber you get and unfortunately I got a miss. I had a drip on my bathtub faucet and I figured while they were there I'd have them flush my water heater.

Cost: Their prices are NOT CHEAP. Expect to pay around $250/hr for even basic tasks and don't expect even the smallest job to run you under
Alan Weinstein
Alan Weinstein
Oct 29, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Called this am for sump pump replacement. Robert was here at scheduled time and replaced the pump within my budget and was courteous and thorough. Would recommend.
Jennifer Hunter
Jennifer Hunter
Aug 20, 2021
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I highly recommend Max & his crew of experienced plumbers at Windy City Rooter, Inc., for any plumbing needs you may have! They have been professional, knowledgeable, skilled, polite, efficient , & timely in their response to me, every time I have utilized their services. Both times I had emergency situations arise, someone responded to my call right away-& I had a plumber at my house to fix the problem within an hour or 2 of contacting them. In addition to doing great work, they always thoroughly clean up their worksite-which in my experience, is a rarity. They were even great with my dog-who
Laura W.
Laura W.
Aug 10, 2021
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Amazing company to work with! Our main sewer line broke to our home it. It was horrible! Windy City Rooter came out and installed a whole new main sewer line. They were professional and respectful through the whole process. Will recommend they to everyone! I would give them 10000000 stars if I could! Thank you guys!
In reading the negative reviews that others have written about them I am annoyed with how customers treat hard working tradesmen. People should be grateful that hard working companies like Windy City Rooter still are around. Everything with people now is about price. Well when I call
Carol Zydek
Carol Zydek
Jul 15, 2021
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Windy City Rooter just put in an overhead sewer system AND replaced our main sewer line. The guys were great and efficient. They went out of their way to make sure we understood exactly what they were doing and cared about how we were feeling and about inconveniencing us in any way. We would highly recommend this company for any of your plumbing needs. The price was reasonable, the time line was perfect, and the outside looks amazing after all the work was finished. Court, Keith, and the crew are great guys and you can really trust that they care about you and are very professional in all the work
Molly S.
Molly S.
Jun 30, 2021
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Windy City Rooter came out just a few hours after we had a flash flood. They unclogged a main drain within minutes. They also came back a few days later to upgrade our sump pump and install a back-up system, in which they were honest about our options and didn't try to up-sell us the most expensive option, but truly encouraged us to upgrade what was necessary so the flooding didn't happen again. Basically they got us the best bang for our buck without breaking the bank. They were professional, approachable, reliable, and efficient. I would recommend them to everyone I know.
Dan R.
Dan R.
Jun 04, 2021
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Nice work, very professional. Fair price, although plumbing work is not cheap, I could not repair this leak in the wall.
Marybeth B.
Marybeth B.
Mar 25, 2021
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My first review said it all. But now I'm hiring another plumber to redo the work not three years old yet because it was done with such poor quality. Just don't bother with this guy.
Rik G.
Rik G.
Feb 16, 2021
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They showed up on time, wearing masks and coverings over their shoes. They found and fixed my clog, but needed to cut into the ceiling since the waste pipe was frozen. They were unbelievably neat and not only swept up, but also wiped the floor down. Their prices were in line with anyone else, in fact, slightly less money.
Michael D.
Michael D.
Aug 20, 2020
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Had an emergency with our sewer line on a Saturday night(late). Called 2 places that night and left messages. Called Windy City Rooter Sunday morning and they came out that day before either of the other places even returned my call. Great service and very understanding with the current times we are dealing with today.

Thanks again.
Nichole H.
Nichole H.
Aug 15, 2020
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What started out as a small job of changing out 2 faucets and fixing a clog turned out to be a bigger job. Thankfully Shanon was great. He was honest about what needed to be done and the day of service he showed up promptly with another employee and they got the work done in 2 hours (an hour less than every other place quoted). The work was clean and the guys were very thorough.
Leigh M.
Leigh M.
Jul 20, 2020
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Leaving a great review after James came out this morning. He was able to figure out we had a cracked closet collar. He happened to have the part we needed on him and fixed it quick. I was very happy he wore boot covers and a mask (unlike a past company we had our for a separate issue).
Mary D.
Mary D.
Jun 23, 2020
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Our sump pump and backup needed replacement. Being new to the area, we looked through yelp for well rated plumbing places that offered the service and found Windy City Rooter.
My husband placed the call and was told that someone was on a call in our area and would respond as soon as he completed that service.
Within and hour we had an appointment set for 11:30. By 12:30 they had assessed, and replaced our sump pump and battery with a new one that needs no maintenance.
The gentlemen that came to do the work were just that, gentlemen. They were respectful, informative and worked efficiently.
Douglas U.
Douglas U.
May 13, 2020
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Max, Joe and the team are wonderful and very professional! He performed a very large job at my house around 2008. It was over Christmas until New Years. He and his son did an amazing job!

I contacted him 12 years later and he helped me out again. This man and business is the best in Chicago land, and I would NEVER call another!!!!
Max C.
Max C.
Apr 04, 2020
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Exceptionally good service. Windy City Rooters responded quickly to my call and came out immediately. All three workers--Joe, Brian, and Brandon--were courteous and efficient. They diagnosed the problem (blocked up sewer pipes), explained the solution to me, and then resolved the issue. The cost was very reasonable. And the dispatcher Dan was knowledgeable and witty.
I highly recommend Windy City Rooters.