When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.
"Had Roto rooter come out in November, paid cash to the employee and he wrote down 11-2022 instead of 8-2023 into the warranty system and wrote in we paid $450 which we paid $900 so he stole money and now they won’t warranty are clogged main line now. Called main office the lady was very rude and cursing then hung up the phone. Roto rooter is the scummiest company I have ever used. If you want to get screwed over by a big name use Roto rooter. Never again."
Shane L on April 2024
When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.
"Had Roto rooter come out in November, paid cash to the employee and he wrote down 11-2022 instead of 8-2023 into the warranty system and wrote in we paid $450 which we paid $900 so he stole money and now they won’t warranty are clogged main line now. Called main office the lady was very rude and cursing then hung up the phone. Roto rooter is the scummiest company I have ever used. If you want to get screwed over by a big name use Roto rooter. Never again."
Shane L on April 2024
Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning, and Plumbing began as a father-son business operating out of a Chicago garage in 1971. They went from home to home repairing furnaces and air conditioners with the goal of offering their customers honest and competent service. No extra charge for 24 hr emergency service. Additional contacts: Chicago 773-413-1505 & 773-413-1028, South suburbs 708-406-3002, Southwest suburbs 815-306-2471, West suburbs 630-210-3352, North & Northwest 847-201-3222 , Northwest Indiana 219-228-8606, and (866) 444-2404. Additional emails - cs@fourseasons-chicago.com, customer.service@fourseasons-chicago.com, fs@fourseasons-chicago.com. Additional fax numbers- 773-284-9484, 847-783-0400. Additional contact names - David Musial. Additional DBAs - Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing, Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., Four Seasons Heating & Air.
"We had two technicians out over two days. One was for a repair, Daniel. He did a fantastic job troubleshooting and explaining throughout the repair process. As a retired VP of Services, I notice the details and process. They delivered. Louis was sent for a follow-up to service because our fan motor unit needed to be cleaned. All of this was very well documented with pictures and showing me the actual motor unit. Louis did a great job of explaining and showing me the actions and results. It was a service text book delivery of services. Really good... Plus, both technicians worked to save me money with discounts and customer loyalty savings. Fantastic... An honest group of technicians and a company that promotes that in the customers best interest."
Martin C on April 2025
Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning, and Plumbing began as a father-son business operating out of a Chicago garage in 1971. They went from home to home repairing furnaces and air conditioners with the goal of offering their customers honest and competent service. No extra charge for 24 hr emergency service. Additional contacts: Chicago 773-413-1505 & 773-413-1028, South suburbs 708-406-3002, Southwest suburbs 815-306-2471, West suburbs 630-210-3352, North & Northwest 847-201-3222 , Northwest Indiana 219-228-8606, and (866) 444-2404. Additional emails - cs@fourseasons-chicago.com, customer.service@fourseasons-chicago.com, fs@fourseasons-chicago.com. Additional fax numbers- 773-284-9484, 847-783-0400. Additional contact names - David Musial. Additional DBAs - Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing, Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., Four Seasons Heating & Air.
"We had two technicians out over two days. One was for a repair, Daniel. He did a fantastic job troubleshooting and explaining throughout the repair process. As a retired VP of Services, I notice the details and process. They delivered. Louis was sent for a follow-up to service because our fan motor unit needed to be cleaned. All of this was very well documented with pictures and showing me the actual motor unit. Louis did a great job of explaining and showing me the actions and results. It was a service text book delivery of services. Really good... Plus, both technicians worked to save me money with discounts and customer loyalty savings. Fantastic... An honest group of technicians and a company that promotes that in the customers best interest."
Martin C on April 2025
Mark Kincheloe is a licensed and Internachi certified inspector. With over 20 years in home building experience, degrees in chemistry and business. Former Business School Professor.
Mark Kincheloe is a licensed and Internachi certified inspector. With over 20 years in home building experience, degrees in chemistry and business. Former Business School Professor.
New Elements is a small, local, family owned business with over 30 years experience in water treatment and purification systems. We offer service, sales and rentals to Northwest Indiana and surrounding areas. We are an authorized dealer of Hague Quality Water, who manufactures in the United States and hold 9 US patents, offering water treatment for your home unlike ANY other on the market. Contact us for a free in home water analysis and consultation.
New Elements is a small, local, family owned business with over 30 years experience in water treatment and purification systems. We offer service, sales and rentals to Northwest Indiana and surrounding areas. We are an authorized dealer of Hague Quality Water, who manufactures in the United States and hold 9 US patents, offering water treatment for your home unlike ANY other on the market. Contact us for a free in home water analysis and consultation.
Locally owned & operated. Additional contact name - Gary Carroll.
"Wonderful company! Last year we hurried up and had new home heating and cooling system installed just as the pandemic was hitting. The installation was quick and painless. In fact, the workmen finished about two hours early without cutting any corners. Very professional! The representative, Tom, was very personable and came out to check the finished job. I believe we may have even gotten an upgrade on the equipment. The two systems have work perfectly. The two maintenance visits were perfect as well. The workman, Tim, arrived on time, took his time to do his job well, and was very polite without being intrusive or falsely friendly. We chose Maglish because a colleague from work recommended them. And sure enough, the best recommendations come from friends. We look forward to Maglish servicing our new systems for decade to come. We will look to them to do other work as well."
Janusz D on May 2021
Locally owned & operated. Additional contact name - Gary Carroll.
"Wonderful company! Last year we hurried up and had new home heating and cooling system installed just as the pandemic was hitting. The installation was quick and painless. In fact, the workmen finished about two hours early without cutting any corners. Very professional! The representative, Tom, was very personable and came out to check the finished job. I believe we may have even gotten an upgrade on the equipment. The two systems have work perfectly. The two maintenance visits were perfect as well. The workman, Tim, arrived on time, took his time to do his job well, and was very polite without being intrusive or falsely friendly. We chose Maglish because a colleague from work recommended them. And sure enough, the best recommendations come from friends. We look forward to Maglish servicing our new systems for decade to come. We will look to them to do other work as well."
Janusz D on May 2021
The Plumber is a Family Owned an operated business. We are a licensed, full-service plumbing contractor serving customers in Northwest Indiana. We are fully bonded and insured for your personal protection, and we offer quality plumbing service at reasonable prices. Our service vehicles are stocked, saving your money and time! The Northwest Indiana Plumber services residential and commercial sinks, toilets, tubs, laundry facilities, clear stoppages in sewer lines. We also install or repair hot water heaters. We provide 24 hour a day, seven days a week service for all Northwest Indiana customers.
The Plumber is a Family Owned an operated business. We are a licensed, full-service plumbing contractor serving customers in Northwest Indiana. We are fully bonded and insured for your personal protection, and we offer quality plumbing service at reasonable prices. Our service vehicles are stocked, saving your money and time! The Northwest Indiana Plumber services residential and commercial sinks, toilets, tubs, laundry facilities, clear stoppages in sewer lines. We also install or repair hot water heaters. We provide 24 hour a day, seven days a week service for all Northwest Indiana customers.
Culligan is the world’s leading water treatment company. For over 75 years, Culligan has led the way in water treatment technology, providing the most advanced products and solutions for the world’s water problems. Your local Culligan Man is your local water expert. He is dedicated to delivering high-quality water solutions that will improve the lives of his customers. Simply stated, Culligan believes that better water will make life better for you and your family. Today we offer the most technologically advanced products and services available, combined with the personal service of your local Culligan organization. Our entire line of water softeners, water filtration systems, drinking water systems, and whole-house filtration systems set the standard in the water treatment industry.
""The water in Saint John is very hard and prompted us to investigate companies that treat hard water. After reviewing many options available from local water treatment companies, I decided to purchase a Culligan water softener and reverse osmosis drinking water system. The installation was very professional and area was clean when the job was finished. My wife and I could not be happier with our decision. Drake D"
Drake D on January 2020
Culligan is the world’s leading water treatment company. For over 75 years, Culligan has led the way in water treatment technology, providing the most advanced products and solutions for the world’s water problems. Your local Culligan Man is your local water expert. He is dedicated to delivering high-quality water solutions that will improve the lives of his customers. Simply stated, Culligan believes that better water will make life better for you and your family. Today we offer the most technologically advanced products and services available, combined with the personal service of your local Culligan organization. Our entire line of water softeners, water filtration systems, drinking water systems, and whole-house filtration systems set the standard in the water treatment industry.
""The water in Saint John is very hard and prompted us to investigate companies that treat hard water. After reviewing many options available from local water treatment companies, I decided to purchase a Culligan water softener and reverse osmosis drinking water system. The installation was very professional and area was clean when the job was finished. My wife and I could not be happier with our decision. Drake D"
Drake D on January 2020
R and R Painting and Remodeling is ran by my co-worker and myself. We run a small family owned business that is bonded, insured, and have over 30 years of experience in the painting and remodeling field. We do not subcontract our work off to other people. What you see is what you get and we love dealing directly with our customers. Whenever we are contracted to do a job will always use a written agreement so that your investment stays safe, are not overcharged or hit with hidden fees. Of course we take cash and checks but we also offer convenient pay options such as credit cards and paypal.
R and R Painting and Remodeling is ran by my co-worker and myself. We run a small family owned business that is bonded, insured, and have over 30 years of experience in the painting and remodeling field. We do not subcontract our work off to other people. What you see is what you get and we love dealing directly with our customers. Whenever we are contracted to do a job will always use a written agreement so that your investment stays safe, are not overcharged or hit with hidden fees. Of course we take cash and checks but we also offer convenient pay options such as credit cards and paypal.
We are a honest, family owned, full service pluming company. We are competitively priced and will treat your home or business as if they were our own.
We are a honest, family owned, full service pluming company. We are competitively priced and will treat your home or business as if they were our own.
As part of your community, we are pleased to provide our local customers, real estate professionals, home buyers and home sellers with a home inspection service that brings to the buying or selling of a home unmatched quality, precision, integrity, and professionalism. Additional email: Nick.Young@pillartopost.com
"This team is very professional and extremely thorough! Nick checks everything and I mean every crook and cranny of the home! We very highly recommend The Young team!!"
Cheryl H on February 2019
As part of your community, we are pleased to provide our local customers, real estate professionals, home buyers and home sellers with a home inspection service that brings to the buying or selling of a home unmatched quality, precision, integrity, and professionalism. Additional email: Nick.Young@pillartopost.com
"This team is very professional and extremely thorough! Nick checks everything and I mean every crook and cranny of the home! We very highly recommend The Young team!!"
Cheryl H on February 2019
Water softeners consist of three main components: a mineral tank, a brine tank, and a control valve. In some smaller units, the mineral tank and brine tank are combined into one cabinet.
Professionals install whole-home systems at the point of entry of the main water line. Smaller units are installed under sinks or near a washer—these units only soften the water for that fixture, not the entire home.
Mineral Tank: Hard water passes into the mineral tank through resin beads, and an ion exchange occurs. Magnesium and calcium ions are exchanged for sodium or potassium ions from the brine tank.
Brine Tank: The brine tank contains sodium or potassium to recharge the resin.
Control Valve: The control valve determines when to clean the resin beads.
Choosing between a salt-based or potassium-based water softener depends on your priorities. Salt-based systems effectively remove hard-water minerals, regenerate efficiently, and are cost-effective. However, they may not be ideal for individuals on low-sodium diets. Potassium-based systems neutralize minerals without removing them and regenerate more frequently. They are more expensive but offer a healthier and more environmentally friendly option. If sodium levels are a concern and cost isn't a major factor, a potassium system may be the better choice.
To calculate your water softener's capacity, determine your grains per gallon (GPG) number by:
Multiplying the number of people in your home by 90. The average number of gallons used per person for washing, drinking, and cooking ranges from 80 to 100 gallons per day.
Multiplying that result by the hardness of your water. The average grains per gallon in the United States is 10 but can range from 0 to 17. You can find your GPG number by purchasing an at-home water testing kit.
Installing a water softener takes between two to four hours on average. The exact duration depends on the complexity of the unit and whether additional plumbing or electrical work is required. If modifications to existing pipes are necessary, installation may take longer. Preparing the installation area by clearing any obstructions can help streamline the process.
Water softeners can last up to 25 years with proper maintenance and care. The lifespan depends on the type and quality of the unit you choose. Single-tank electric water softeners may last around 12 years, while higher-quality models tend to last longer. Regular maintenance, such as routine inspections and timely replacement of salts or potassium, helps extend the life of your system. Most water softeners require minimal repairs over their lifespan.