Very poorly. We telephoned and requested a return call and no one called us. ($2,500)
Description of Work: Called to request an appointment for a quote to install a tankless water heater (residence located in Lake Bluff).
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
Jeff B.
01/2008
4.0
drain cleaning
 + -1 more
Saturday work so plumbers get $200 per trip in our area. Arrived on time and was very professional, diagnosed and took care of the problem in about 20 minutes.
Description of Work: Removed blockage in sewer line.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$201
Carol M.
01/2008
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
They responded promptly and were there at 8:30 am the next morning after a 6pm call. The technician was polite and clean. I was charged over $300 for 2 hours, which seems high.
Description of Work: Replaced blower motor and capacitor.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
Janis K.
10/2007
5.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
I felt very comfortable with my choice to hire this company to do the work. They were reasonable about what they charged us for the project. They completed it on time and did a nice job cleaning up after the work was completed. I would gladly refer them to others.
Description of Work: They installed 30 feet of new drain tiles coming out of our house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
DAVID & SUSAN G.
10/2007
5.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
This wasn't the only time that I used this company and I think their prices are within reason. They are always pleasant, nice, and efficient when they come out to my home. I would recommend them.
Description of Work: There was a specific part in my toilet that needed to be repaired because it kept running. I don't know what it was called, but they fixed it.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
FREDERICK D.
09/2007
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Our home is about 80 years old and this old boiler was probably about 30 to 40 years old. They had repaired our old boiler for the past 8 years and it was time for a new one. They always came on time and cleaned up completely when they were done. I didn't need to call them back for anything. They held right to the estimate too.
Description of Work: We had a new boiler furnace put into our 4000 square foot home. It took 2 guys to remove the old one and a total of 3 days for the job.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000
MICHAEL B.
09/2007
5.0
drain cleaning
 + -1 more
I've been using them for over twenty five years now, and they have always been a very reliable company. I trust them with any kind of work that needs to be done. Overall, I'm extremely satisfied with the work they have done for me over the years.
Description of Work: They routed a line between the kitchen sink and the sewer, which was clogged. It took an hour, and the work was done by one person.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$134
RICHARD S.
09/2007
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
They were on time and very thorough with their work. They were able to answer all of my questions and the price was reasonable as well. There were no problems, and they stayed within a good amount of their estimate as well. They did a fantastic job!
Description of Work: They replaced one of the condensers on the air conditioning unit in my 5000 square foot home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Susan S.
09/2007
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
V.J. also services my furnace once every year and they seem to be very honest. This is the only major problem that we have had with our furnace. They always do things when they say they will.
Description of Work: I have a three bedroom, two story home and they installed new radiators in my furnace.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
NORA P.
09/2007
5.0
drain cleaning
 + -1 more
They came to the rescue as they were able to remove the clog and get the toilet working again. They are very professional and were able to get to us right away.
Description of Work: They took care of the blockage that was in the pipe in the upstairs toilet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
ROBERT M.
04/2007
5.0
plumbing, wells
 + 0 more
We always use the same guy, Steve Miller. He's great. I got the feeling that he gave the work the same attention that he would have given it had he been installing the sump pump in his own home.
Description of Work: They installed a sump pump for us.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
CARY C.
01/2007
5.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
It would have been nice (and cheaper) if the real source of the leak was discovered early on--but I don't how. It took two visits to fix the leak due to lack of the right part and the time of day the work started.
Description of Work: The plumber located the source of a leak. It was the waste pipe under second floor toilet. He had to cut two openings in the first floor ceiling to determine the source of the leak. At first he thought it was a worn-out wax ring (that seals the toilet to the pipe). So, he replaced the wax ring and remounted the toilet. The leak continued when the toilet was flushed. He pulled the toilet again and ended up replacing a section of the drain pipe that the wax ring sits on. He put on a new wax ring and remounted the toilet. No more leak.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Elizabeth R.
12/2006
5.0
water heater repair
 + -1 more
Our water heater went out without warning. We called to schedule an appointment the day before Thanksgiving, and they were able to book us an appointment on the exact day and time that we needed (we had a very small window in order to get the water heater replaced). While making the appointment they were very knowledgeable, letting us know our town would require a permit. The service rep arrived exactly on time, and was very professional and courteous. The inspection went well later that week, and we are enjoying having hot water back!
Description of Work: Remove old water heater, replace with new 40 gallon water heater. Replaced a few valves as well.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$800
Daniel F.
09/2006
1.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
Had an appointment at a designated time for an estimate & repair work. Waited, never showed up & did not call.
Description of Work: None.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Harvey K.
09/2006
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
 + 0 more
Mel was prompt, very knowledgeable, and efficient. He was able to fix a problem that I was having with a kitchen faucet, which had had a new cartridge place by a different plumber,(requiring three return visits to fix an installation problem that remained unfixed). Also gave me maintenance suggestions on my basement sump pump at no extra charge.
Description of Work: Cleared two bathroom sink drains, replaced aerators on both faucets, and repaired a kitchen faucet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$167
DAN H.
08/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Very Professional. The work was done quickly and correctly. They had a very courteous technician. I would highly recommend this company even if you have to pay a little extra for their service. Hassle free.
Description of Work: Replacement of A/C unit.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,400
MICHAEL D.
08/2006
4.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
My overall experience was quite good. Steve was very personable and professional. I would recommend him again.
Description of Work: I had a leaky pipe in my kitchen ceiling. Steve M. cut the old elbow joint off of the pipe and soldered a new piece on in its place. The whole job took about an hour and Steve seemed very knowledgeable about plumbing. He mentioned he was a 3rd generation plumber, so he seemed to be fairly competent. The leak was completely fixed. I am quite happy with his work, although the company he works for charges $100 for the first half hour and $25 per 15 minutes after that. So the price seemed a little high to me.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Gary H.
06/2006
4.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
The company was great about estimating and scheduling the job. The workers were prompt and pleasant, but the new copper welding work was sloppily done and they didn't clean up very well. They did let me reduce the bill a bit for having to clean up after them. I would possibly use them again but would make it clear that they had to do a better job.
Description of Work: Replaced old horizontal galvanized plumbing in basement; installed a new laundry sink and faucet; and fixed a leaky faucet by bathtub.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000
Daniel B.
02/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
They are polite, on time, prompt, and actually know who they service, so it is more personal and they know the history of the home and equipment. They are very good and we've used them for many years. They are very honest and trustworthy, they often do work in the home when I'm not their, and they bill me for the work.
Description of Work: Cleaning and repair of heating & cooling systems.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
MARY S.
12/2005
5.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
My townhouse has the worlds smallest utility room, and after I had furnace work done my water shutoff valve was impossible to reach. Plumber Steve was up to the challenge, and now my shutoff valve is in easy reach. Killian did a great job.
Description of Work: Had water shutoff valve relocated.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$480
SUZANNE S.
11/2005
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair
 + 0 more
THEY CAME THE SAME DAY I CALLED (WITHIN 3 HOURS), REPLACED THE HOT WATER TANK WITH A BIGGER UNIT, WHICH REQUIRED NEW FITTINGS, HAULED THE OLD TANK AWAY, DIDN'T MAKE A BIG MESS, DISCOVERED THE FROZEN WATER PIPE WHICH WE DIDN'T EVEN KNOW WAS FROZEN, REPLACED THE CRACKED PIPE AND INSTALLED AN INSIDE SHUT-OFF VALVE SO THAT WE WOULDN'T HAVE ANY MORE TROUBLE. THEY ALSO CAME OUT 4 DAYS LATER BECAUSE WE HAD MORE WATER IN OUR BASEMENT & DISCOVERED IT WAS FROM THE FURNACE HUMIDIFIER AND NOT ANY WORK THAT WAS DONE ON THE WATER TANK. BOTH MEN WERE VERY PROMPT, COURTEOUS, & CLEANED UP THE WATER IN THE BASEMENT. I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS COMPANY TO ANYONE. THEY'RE GREAT.
Description of Work: REPLACED LEAKING HOT WATER TANK, INSTALLED NEW VALVE, THAWED A FROZEN WATER PIPE, REPLACED CRACKED WATER PIPE & INSTALLED AN INSIDE SHUT-OFF VALVE.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$884.39
11/2005
5.0
drain cleaning
 + -1 more
HE WAS VERY NICE AND THEY CAME ON A SUNDAY NIGHT.
Description of Work: THEY CLEARED A BACK UP IN THE BATHROOM. WE ARE CONSIDERING THEM FOR ANOTHER RE PAIR JOB.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$444
Ira B.
10/2005
2.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
VERY DISAPPOINTING. WILL NOT USE THEM AGAIN. DID NOT RETURN CALLS FOR SEVERAL DAYS, AND THEN 2 SEPARATE PEOPLE CALLED TO MAKE APPOINTMENT FOR THE SERVICE CALL, FOR DIFFERENT TIMES OF THE DAY. WHEN THEY FINALLY DID SHOW, THEY SPENT 15 MINUTES TO FIND, AND FIX THE PROBLEM. THEY SPENT LESS TIME, AND CHARGED MORE FOR THIS CALL THAN TO INSPECT THE UNITS THE WEEK BEFORE.
Description of Work: THEY HAD INSPECTED UNIT PRIOR TO HOME PURCHASE, AND A PROBLEM WAS FOUND ON WALK THROUGH. THE A/C UNIT WOULD TURN ON, BUT NOT COOL. NO ONE COULD PROVIDE INFO OVER THE PHONE, WOULD HAVE SOMEONE CALL BACK.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
2.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$110
SYLVIA B.
10/2005
5.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
PLUMBER, BILL ANDERSON, CAME TO MY HOME. QUICKLY IDENTIFIED THE PROBLEM, AND WHAT REPAIRS NEEDED TO BE MADE. I HAD ALREADY HAD THREE PLUMBERS FROM OTHER COMPANIES COME, AND INDICATE THERE WAS NO PROBLEM. THEY MADE NO REPAIRS, AND CHARGED ME FOR THEIR TIME. THE PROBLEM CONTINUED. MR. ANDERSON WAS HERE A VERY SHORT TIME, AND HE IDENTIFIED THE PROBLEM, AND WHAT CORRECTIONS NEEDED TO BE MADE. HE IS ORDERING THE PARTS TO MAKE THE REPAIRS. HE EXTENDED HIMSELF TO BE HELPFUL IN NUMEROUS AREAS OF MY CONCERNS. HE HAS A VERY PLEASANT PERSONALITY, AND I WOULD RECOMMEND HIM TO ANYONE.
Description of Work: THE SOUND OF WATER RUSHING THROUGH THE PIPES, FOLLOWED BY A LOUD BANG. THIS WOULD HAPPEN REPEATEDLY, EVEN WHEN NO WATER SOURCE HAD BEEN USED IN THE HOUSE FOR MANY HOURS PREVIOUS TO THE PROBLEM.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
LISA P.
06/2005
5.0
plumbing
 + -1 more
CONSISTENTLY PRETTY GOOD. VERY RELIABLE AND COMPETENT. GENERALLY CAN COME OUT IMMEDIATELY. PERHAPS A LITTLE HIGH PRICED, NOT SURE.
Description of Work: HAVE HAD A VARIETY OF SERVICES DONE BY THEM IN THE PAST 15 YEARS.
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FAQ
VJ Killian Co is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday: 1:00 AM - 4:30 PM
VJ Killian Co accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, VJ Killian Co offers free project estimates.
No, VJ Killian Co does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, VJ Killian Co does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, VJ Killian Co offers emergency services.
No, VJ Killian Co does not offer warranties.
VJ Killian Co offers the following services: Plumber, drain cleaning, camera inspections, jetting, sewer line, excavation, water heaters, gas work & boilers.