Vanguard Plumbing And Sewer Inc

Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, Water Heaters,

This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ stars throughout their time with Angi.

About us

At Vanguard we focus on providing quality service and products combined with honesty, integrity and fair prices. Ask for Angie's List Discounts. Our company is fully licensed, bonded & insured. At Vanguard Plumbing we make sure You know the price ahead of time. Additional email - vanguardplumbing@gmail.com. Additional DBAs - Vanguard Sewer and Drain Service, Vanguard Plumbing & Sewer, Vanguard Plumbing And Sewer.

Business highlights

16 years of trusted experience
LGBTQ+ Friendly
Family Owned & Operated
Eco Friendly

Services we offer

Residential And Light Commercial, Leak Repairs, Faucets, Water Heaters, Dispensers, Recirculating Pumps, Filtration Systems, Toilet Repair, Garbage Disposals, Ejector, Sump Pumps, Battery Backup, Gas Line Installation, Drain Cleaning, Rehabs, Bathrooms Additions, Power Rodding, Camera Inspections & Code Violations.

Services we don't offer

Heavy Commercial & Industrial Plumbing, New Construction

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9336 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
94%
4
2%
3
0%
2
1%
1
2%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.6
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

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Showing 151-175 of 336 reviews

VICENTE K.
08/2017
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
I called Vanguard and they came and fixed the problem. Jan and George did a very good job and they provided the best possible solution to the problem. They price they charge is very reasonable because I saw them really worked so hard. Other plumbers will probably talk you out so that you will pay more, but not them. They will fix your problem head on and give you a suggestion on what to do so that problems will not happen again. Trust me friends...you can trust these guys.
Description of Work: I have a clogged kitchen drain. The water goes back up and filled my utility tub in the basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$530

Colleen S.
07/2017
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
The plumber at Vanguard was professional and he was able to rodd out our kitchen sink.
Description of Work: Clear kitchen sink

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Drago P.
07/2017
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
George was great. He was very professional and educational during the entire experience. I highly recommend using the company again.
Description of Work: I needed a clogged sink drain to be rodded and repaired. The clog was treated and it turned out a new drain assembly was needed to allow smooth drainage. This added $175 to the agreed upon price, but it was worth the piece of mind. George, the plumber, was able to assess the situation and advise appropriately.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$405

Charles L.
07/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Very well. Prompt response and follow up when trying to get a quote. Was on time and worked efficiently. I hate when people charge by the hour and purposely mover slowly. Not here. Also, did a great job of cleaning up after.
Description of Work: I needed to move a washer& dryer from a very tight space on the second floor to the basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100

Kelsey H.
06/2017
5.0
sewer cleaning
  + -1 more
Vanguard continues to be my go-to for our sewer maintenance. Jan and George are 100% professional, courteous and informative. While a little more expensive than some other providers, it's well worth it for the quality of job and dependability.
Description of Work: Catch basin cleaning, camera scope through sewer line and sewer rodding

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

Patrick C.
06/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I was really impressed with the owner, Jan, who took the the time in advance of the service call to really understand my plumbing issues. He had me send pictures of all the faucets in question so he could confirm what parts we would need to fix the problem. I appreciated his continuous communication and updates. When his plumber, George, arrived at my condo (on time), he was fully prepared to make the repairs. George was great - no-nonsense, professional, got the job done. The price was a little high, but the level of service and quality of work was worth it to me. I felt Vanguard was a reliable plumbing service which I would gladly recommend to others, and would use again myself.
Description of Work: Replace cartridges on Moen shower faucets to correct direction of Hot and Cold positions. Also, replaced leaking Kohler faucet cartridge.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$775

molly S.
06/2017
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
I called and was given an appointment the next day. George came and fixed the clogged shower and did so rather quickly. He stayed long enough to run the water awhile to make sure that the drain was in fact clear. I appreciate the quick service as well as him making sure that it really was clear. Thank you!
Description of Work: We had a shower that had standing water.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Ivy C.
06/2017
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
Responsive and knowledgable. Not the cheapest, but I trust the work.
Description of Work: Rodding, and pipe replacement & grading.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$700

Christopher M.
06/2017
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
George arrived exactly on time and figured there was a clog. He first tried to clear the clog with the smaller snake, but it was not long enough. He then used a larger/longer snake and worked it deep into the plumbing and cleared it. George then fixed the open dishwasher drain so that if there are back ups in the future they would back up into the sink rather than into the cabinet under the sink. George was professional and a nice guy to boot
Description of Work: An open drain under the sink was backed up cause water to spill under the sink.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$455

Edward M.
06/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Jan returned my call immediately and asked the right questions to get the job going. George from Vanguard Plumbing was on time, friendly, and professional. His work was excellent and neat. George also offered helpful suggestions about a future project. I was very pleased with Vanguard and will definitely call them to work on my old house again.
Description of Work: Kitchen faucet replacement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$230

Marcy H.
05/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They identified the problem, which was a leaky faucet and were able to replace the faucet with one they had in stock on the truck. No second appointment was needed. They were very professional, timely and the work was good quality. Thank you!
Description of Work: Fixed a leak under the kitchen sink.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

angelique F.
05/2017
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
George came through for me, as I have guests arriving in one day! He was very professional, friendly and fast. He even through in some advice on what to do and products to use to help prevent future clogs. This was my first time using Vanguard and I would definitely call them for any future problems or projects.
Description of Work: I had a bathtub drain that was clogged. Within one hour a plumber was at my front door!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$230

Joe L.
05/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Great! George from Vanguard Plumbing came out. He was very thorough, informative on what the problem was and provided multiple options and solutions. He was fast, efficient and very friendly. Plus they product quality products. We will definitely hire again, especially if we can get George!!
Description of Work: Leaking sink resulting in need of new faucet.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$525

MICAH T.
04/2017
5.0
sewer cleaning, drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 1 more
I called Jan at Vanguard for an appointment and he was there on Monday. He ran a camera through the the sewage line and found three blockages. The first was foreign debris in the line and the second two were root balls growing into the line. Jan spent nearly an hour retrieving the foreign debris from the line and another 2-3 hours clearing out the roots. All of this being done with less than ideal access for his cutter heads. Jan allowed me to look over his shoulder for the entire process and walked me through each step. It was fascinating to watching the work on the video camera. He clearly explained his diagnosis which added up to exactly the problems we were having without me even mentioning certain points. I will absolutely be calling vanguard again and now have a regular plumber for all of my plumbing needs.
Description of Work: We've has a toilet that is blocked on and off again over the years. We've had two other vendors out to resolve the problem to no avail. We're currently remodeling the bathroom and have everything ripped out so figured we'd give it one last try with Vanguard Plumbing.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,150

Robert and Irene K.
04/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Vanguard Plumber did an excellent job. Very efficient, did quality work and was punctual.
Description of Work: Re-install toilet that was leaking.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Albert D.
04/2017
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
It was great doing business with Jan and Jorg at Vanguard Plumbing. They were courteous and professional from the first call to the final cleanup. They arrived on time and completed the work on schedule at what I considered a reasonable price. Also, they didn't mind adding in some unplanned rooting on one of our bathtubs with an appreciated "since we are here" discount.
Description of Work: Water heater replacement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,200

Julie L.
04/2017
5.0
plumbing, wells, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
I have been very pleased with all the work they have done for me.
Description of Work: I have used Vanguard Plumbing for several years now. I have had them replace sump pumps, ejector pumps, fix toilets, etc. They troubleshoot and come up with all possible options and discuss with you before moving forward.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Mark W.
04/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
George and Jan from Vanguard did excellent quality work on the Drain Pipe replacement and also replacing drain pipes under kitchen double sink. They were easy to work with, returned phone calls and were able to get me into the schedule quickly. The work was done well and the work space cleaned up nicely. No more leaks :)
Description of Work: Second floor Drain Pipe replacement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

Derek W.
03/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Perfect! Pipes replaced. Also had drainage redone
Description of Work: Hot water pipe replacement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Tom M.
03/2017
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
Jan is easily the best plumber I've ever had in my home. He's extremely detail oriented and explains exactly what he needs to do to get it done right. This is key for me. I want it right, not just done so it works, but so that it's right. Jan explained what was done wrong by the previous plumber who cleared the line less than 3 years ago. They simply punched a hole about 2 inches wide so that the water would drain and maybe some solid got through. They didn't use a full size 6 inch claw to completely clear the line. Jan sat on a milk crate in my basement for seven hours to get that line as clear as the day it was laid. You cannot go wrong with Jan. I'm having him back in a couple weeks to clear out the catch basin in my backyard because I know it will be done RIGHT. Not just done, but done RIGHT.
Description of Work: Our main sewer line was backing up. Jan diagnosed the issue immediately as a sewer line clogged with roots as well as a catch basin that was full to the brim.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,650

Carol C.
03/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Prompt response on quote, prompt arrival and quick work once scheduled.
Description of Work: Various minor repairs around the house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$750

Ronald B.
02/2017
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
  + 0 more
George, came out and looked things over, within minuet’s he told me what needed to be done and went to work. He did a great job, thanks George.
Description of Work: I had a badly clogged drain in my kitchen sink, also needed to replace some pipe.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

David C.
02/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Very well. It took about 20 minutes to replace. The only issue was the billing. They charge a processing fee if you use a charge card. This was not listed on Angies list. This may make me reluctant to use their services in the future, especially for major repairs.
Description of Work: I had to replace 2 washing machine shut off valves

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$255

MICHAEL W.
02/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
George came in on time, did great work and make sure all was in order before he left. Top notch work. Will come back to Vanguard indeed.
Description of Work: Needed a finicky Kohler toilet rebuilt due to a long term leak from the tank.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Michael B.
02/2017
5.0
plumbing, wells
  + 0 more
It was expensive, but went well. The main cost was the batteries, but there was no getting around that. I got several quotes and all were about the same.
Description of Work: They redid my whole sump pump system, replacing the pumps (including an ejector pump) and refurbished the backup batteries.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,500

Contact information

4352 N Kenneth Ave, Chicago, IL 60641

http://www.vanguardplumbingandsewer.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
058-196464
Trade License Locale
IL
Trade License Authority
Illinois Department of Public Health
Trade License Expiration
04/30/2025

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Plumbing,
Drain Cleaning,
Water Heaters,
Sewer Cleaning,
Wells and Pumps,
Ceramic Tile,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Natural Gas Lines,
Exterior Painting,
Heating and Air Conditioning

FAQ

Vanguard Plumbing And Sewer Inc is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Vanguard Plumbing And Sewer Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Vanguard Plumbing And Sewer Inc offers free project estimates.
Yes, Vanguard Plumbing And Sewer Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Vanguard Plumbing And Sewer Inc does not offer a senior discount.
No, Vanguard Plumbing And Sewer Inc does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Vanguard Plumbing And Sewer Inc offers warranties.
Vanguard Plumbing And Sewer Inc offers the following services: Residential And Light Commercial, Leak Repairs, Faucets, Water Heaters, Dispensers, Recirculating Pumps, Filtration Systems, Toilet Repair, Garbage Disposals, Ejector, Sump Pumps, Battery Backup, Gas Line Installation, Drain Cleaning, Rehabs, Bathrooms Additions, Power Rodding, Camera Inspections & Code Violations.
Heavy Commercial & Industrial Plumbing, New Construction

Contact information

4352 N Kenneth Ave, Chicago, IL 60641

http://www.vanguardplumbingandsewer.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM