Elgin Water Care

Water Filtration and Softening, Plumbing, Rentals - Equipment,

About us

Family owned and operated since 1946. The Hull family has owned the business for the last 78 years and provides residential and commercial water softening, filtration, drinking water, salt delivery, bottled water and service to most makes and models of water softeners.

Business highlights

78 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Water softeners, bottled water & delivery, salt delivery, rental plans, iron filters, odor filters, drinking water systems. Commercial & industrial systems.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.8226 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
91%
4
4%
3
3%
2
1%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9

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Showing 1-25 of 226 reviews

Margaret L.
01/2021
1.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
They never responded to my request for a quote. If they had simply called to say they were too busy, I wouldn’t have reviewed them at all.
Description of Work: Water softener

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0


Response from Elgin Water Care
Please enter what you would like the response to look like:I have checked the Angie's list inquiry site and with our office staff and we cannot find any inquiry from [Member Name Removed]. While we do our best to respond promptly to any sales inquiry, we could have missed this one. I would contact [Member Name Removed] directly, but I have no contact info for her. We apologize if we missed this call. D Hull, President

Kasey J.
09/2020
5.0
plumbing, water softeners
  + 0 more
Amazing! Their team is so great to work with! Their office manager Megan was so kind when we first called, got her tech out right away and has been wonderful to work with while we had to get our new system installed. Greg handled our install and was extremely friendly & worked efficiently to get our new system installed & educate us on how to take care of it properly. I would highly recommend them to any friends or family! Thanks!
Description of Work: New water softener and RO system installed

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

Robin T.
09/2020
5.0
plumbing, water softeners
  + 0 more
An employee came out to look and give an estimate as did several people from other companies. The Elgin person gave the clearest explanation of what was needed and my options. The company was not comfortable installing the water softener unless a plumber put in the piping infrastructure (my water main is old) so I had to hire a plumbing company for that work, however.
Description of Work: water softener
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

D W.
07/2020
5.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
Expert staff explained my options and needs. I selected the product and it was installed by professionals. Very positive experience.
Description of Work: Replace existing water softener with a new one.

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
$1,711

KELLEY S.
03/2020
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The gentleman who came out was fabulous. He was extremely helpful in figuring out what the issue was and coming up with a solution. I would highly recommend them.
Description of Work: Assessed hard water issues.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Jayma S.
10/2019
5.0
water softeners, water delivery
  + 0 more
Wonderful! What an amazing company! I worked with Megan in the office and she answered my 103 questions about the softener and the water system. She said I would stop buying bottle water after installing it, I didn't believe her....but I haven't bought bottle water in over a month. The service tech that installed was great too and did great with my dog, who can be a jerk. Would I recommend them? So much so that I bought another system for our family lake house!
Description of Work: Installed a water softener and installed a drinking system

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
$5,000

MaryJo E.
08/2019
4.0
plumbing, water softeners
  + 0 more
Went great, quick and easy, very good service. I also order my replacement salt from Elgin Water Care. They deliver it, carry it to my basement, and fill up the softener as needed.
Description of Work: Install water softner.

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
$1,600

MaryJo E.
08/2019
5.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
It went very well. I received an estimate and had the water softener installed a week later. I had three estimates. One I felt like I was talking to a car salesman, the other automatically added a $99 "membership" giving me services I don't need, plus the cost was over $600 higher. The Elgin estimate was reasonable and thorough. Scott did a great job explaining everything that needed to be done. The installation went well and, again, Scott explained everything that he was doing and how the water softener works. I would definitely recommend Elgin Water Care!
Description of Work: Purchase and install water softener

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
$1,600

SHIRLEY S.
12/2018
5.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
Everything was fine. They were on time and professional.
Description of Work: They put in new water softener.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,400

Eric M.
10/2018
5.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
All went well. Very nice people to work with. Honest and reliable
Description of Work: New timer installed

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

John D.
09/2018
3.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
They said they only do an install but couldn't put a pipe in to my main line for it. So they only swap out an old existing system but don't do plumbing for a new install. Guess I was suppose to hire a plumber to do that. Kind of defeats the purpose of buying a new system. Pipes there are supposedly recalled but they couldn't replace them. Would've cost me another $2-300 to just swap them out.
Description of Work: Needed new water softener.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0


Response from Elgin Water Care
I did check into this concern. The quote we gave included installation if we attached to the existing white Pex plumbing. The home has some old gray Polybutylene piping that apparently the customer wanted changed. Mr. [Member Name Removed] wasn't home, and Mrs [Member Name Removed] didn't tell our tech she wanted it replaced. We just gave a quote to replace the water softener only. Sorry if there was any misunderstanding. D Hull

Laura L.
09/2018
5.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
Quickly responded to questions about water softener install. Prompt and courteous
Description of Work: Water softener install

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

Stacey R.
06/2018
5.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
I called to get a bit of information. The lady who answered the phone was extremely helpful for someone who does not have a prior relationship with this company! She gave me lots of great info and even helped me bypass my current water softener until I decide what to do! Wow! Great customer service!
Description of Work: Might need a new water softener

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Heather S.
04/2018
5.0
plumbing, water softeners
  + 0 more
Josh was on time, very efficient, professional and clean and went above and beyond! The office called after the install to inform me of what had happened to my previous softener ( from another company) and why it needed replaced. Let me know the pressure going in was way to high and recommended I have a pressure reducer valve added so it prevents my new one from doing the same as the last one. Without that call from Megan, we would have been replacing another softener very soon. Very appreciative of the preventive and informative call that could have cost us another $1500!! Instead they offered to do the work themselves instead of hiring a plumber. Thanks Elgin, for being a great and honest Company.
Description of Work: Install a new water softner

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

Kyle P.
12/2017
5.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
The installation was prompt and the installers were very courteous and respectful of my house. The water softener is now about 4 months old and it seems to be a quality unit. I would not hesitate to recommend Elgin Water Care. They explained their product and installation process better than the other companies that quoted me. Their price was not the lowest quote I had, but I felt most comfortable giving them the work.
Description of Work: New Water Softener Installation

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
$1,240

Michele R.
10/2017
5.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
I had a few people recommend them. When I called, they were friendly, responsive, and could come out right away. They showed up on time and did the necessary work.
Description of Work: I needed a new water softener after mine (that I owned) died. I didn't want to buy one due to cash outlay plus I may move in a year or two.

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
$150

JENNIFER & NATHAN Y.
05/2017
5.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
I called them in the morning, they came out that afternoon. It was an cancellation, but I was still impressive. They did a great job. They were tidy, cleaned up everything. I was quite impressed. That is always harder, I didn't compare them to others. It was more than the old one, but the new one will last as long.
Description of Work: They installed a new water softener, and took out the old one.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,230

George E.
05/2017
5.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
Same day response and we went from our first email inquiry to install in 4 business days. The sales representative was well informed and very helpful. The installer was not only an expert on the new equipment being installed, he also pointed out that our old system and filter system had been installed incorrectly and he re-routed some of our plumbing (at NO additional charge) just to make sure that the new Elgin system was installed to specification (we wound up buying both a whole house filter and a new water softener). Elgin has joined B&W plumbing as being among my favorite local family owned professional service businesses. Can't recommend them highly enough.
Description of Work: We needed to have our Culligan softener system repaired. The local dealer didn't call back twice and didn't show up once. So I shopped around, found Elgin here on Angie's List and had a great experience. Instead of repairing our old system, we bought a new one from Elgin.

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
$1,700

Kevin C.
04/2017
5.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
It went great, he followed up to make sure that everything is working properly. Highly recommendable.
Description of Work: He was coming to see to repair or replace our water softener system and he said that he can repair the softener rather than replacing it. This saves me over a thousand dollars.

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
$350

KRISTEN M.
04/2017
5.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
They have always provided good service, quality and pricing for our family. This experience was no different.
Description of Work: We have rented a water softener system.

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

Deborah G.
04/2017
5.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
Great! Explained the problem and ordered the head and promptly finished the work!
Description of Work: new power head on water softener.

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

JJ D.
03/2017
5.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
Amazingly.... quick and affordable, another plumber told us it was a 1700 repair. They did it for $200
Description of Work: Quick repair to softener

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
$200

Cathie W.
02/2017
5.0
water softeners
  + -1 more
I will continue to use Elgin as needed!
Description of Work: Very happy with the new water softener they installed for me. This is the 2nd softener I have purchased from them. Quality, price, and professionalism - everything I want in a purchase!

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
$1,200

Dan E.
12/2016
5.0
water heater repair, water softeners
  + 0 more
So far, great. Doug Hull has been great. Very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly.
Description of Work: Equipment has been ordered but not yet installed in our new house under construction. We're getting water softener, R/O system, the works.

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 B.
09/2016
5.0
water softeners, equipment rentals
  + 0 more
It came out great. It has an automatic cleaning at the middle of the night every 800 gallons of water.
Description of Work: The Water Softener is installed.

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
$1,000

Contact information

1009 Broadripple Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220

http://www.elginwater.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

No License Required for Trade

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

Water Filtration and Softening,
Plumbing,
Rentals - Equipment,
Water Heaters,
Water Coolers

FAQ

Elgin Water Care is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Elgin Water Care accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Elgin Water Care offers free project estimates.
Yes, Elgin Water Care offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Elgin Water Care does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Elgin Water Care offers emergency services.
Yes, Elgin Water Care offers warranties.
Elgin Water Care offers the following services: Water softeners, bottled water & delivery, salt delivery, rental plans, iron filters, odor filters, drinking water systems. Commercial & industrial systems.

Contact information

1009 Broadripple Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220

http://www.elginwater.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM