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Building Waters

Plumbing, Water Heaters, Drain Cleaning,

About us

Building Waters excels at complete plumbing, 24 hr service. We make exceptional repairs at reasonable rates, and work very hard to accommodate customers' individual schedules.

Business highlights

13 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Full-Service Plumbing - Commercial & Residential

Services we don't offer

Excavating parts of a job, or the use of a pump truck/ jetter truck are not services we offer.

Amenities

Senior Discount

$25

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.5200 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
75%
4
11%
3
7%
2
4%
1
5%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.6
value
4.4
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-25 of 200 reviews

Martin P.
04/2023
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They go back with there work, and have a really good customer service.
Description of Work: Plumbing
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Deborah H.
07/2020
5.0
water heater repair
  + -1 more
Perfect. They called as soon as they got the message, and were at the house 3 hours later installing a new water heater.
Description of Work: Replace water heater

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

Christopher J.
03/2019
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Wes and Jill were very polite and professional with initial phone call. They listened to my questions with a legitimate concern and desire to help. Wea agreed to meet me at my house same day to assess my issue. He met me on time and was able to diagnose and fix my problem with no charge. I fully intend to use them for any plumbing needs at my new (old) house.
Description of Work: Investigate noisy 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

Jeff S.
08/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Difficulty removing 60 year old elbow but once removed the reassembly was done very efficiently.
Description of Work: Redo water connection from incoming house water line, through meter to house piping. Remove remaining elbow 60 years old). Fit, "dope" and tape valve, two couplings, meter, and pipe elbow.

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
$146

Judy L.
08/2017
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They're fantastic. My husband didn't complain about it, so the price must have been pretty good. I think he told me and it was fairly inexpensive. I would give them an A all the way around; they were fantastic.
Description of Work: 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

Lisa B.
07/2017
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
This business is excellent- very experienced, high quality service. Also very responsive and personable. Would DEFINITELY hire again!
Description of Work: 3 separate times we've hired Building Waters 1. installed a new outdoor facet 2. unclogged a sink on another occasion 3. installed new battery backup for sump pump

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

Kenneth D.
04/2017
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
After 2 hours of trying to clear a disposer plugged kitchen sink, I violated Man Rule #1 and let my wife call a plumber. Building Waters had a plumber to my house within 20 minutes and he had it cleared within 15! The young man was polite, neat & efficient. I've learned my lesson and next time will call them first.
Description of Work: Clear a plugged 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
$135

Linda F.
03/2017
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
Mike came and tried so hard to break through the roots. When he realized his equipment wasn't going to do the job, he called Econo Sewer and Drain. They came out first thing in the morning and got the job done. I appreciate the fact that Building Waters tried so hard and then found someone to help me. I would strongly recommend them, they are awesome.
Description of Work: Basement sewer was plugged with tree roots. Had sewage backed up in my basement.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Donna H.
08/2016
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
One of best service calls I ever made! They were thankfully able to provide same day service for a non-emergency small bathroom remodel. The customer service rep was very nice and accommodating. I had all supplies on site. The plumber was nice, respectful. Installed the equipment, cleaned up after, done. Easy, no having to schedule apt once to get estimate, and then again to do the work.
Description of Work: I had a toilet replaced, bathroom sink drain connected, bathroom faucet connected.

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
$120

Francisco L.
08/2016
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Overall it went great, I had a pleasant experience with great convo, jokes etc. They were prompt, cleaned up and had great insight on my questions and speculation on my end. They definitely had the experience you hope for when it comes to plumbing needs.
Description of Work: We had a blockage in the sewer causing back up in the downstairs shower. They showed up, rodded, cleaned, tightened and resealed everything back up.

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
$100

Jennifer J.
05/2016
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 0 more
I recently purchased a house in the Mount Pleasant area that has been a plumbing and heating nightmare! I called up building waters when I came home and my house was freezing back in January. They came out that same day and took care of what was wrong. They were prompt, courteous and the price was good. They explained to me what was going on and how I could avoid it happening again in the future. I needed some additional work done and they were my first choice. Since January, Wes and his crew have been in and out of my house so much so that I was comfortable enough giving them a key so they could come and go during the day and get the work done without me having to take a day off of work to watch them. Very professional. I have had my entire house re plumbed and had new HVAC piping installed with new baseboard heaters. I was also having my bathroom remodeled and they took care of the plumbing in there as well as setting my new tub. They have replaced my sump pump when it went out and my basement flooded, cleaned out the roots in my sewer drain that was backing up into my basement, and have taken care of additional issues as they have snuck up on me. I can’t say enough about these guys and the great work they have done. They are now my go to company for any other heating/air conditioning and plumbing needs that I have! I would recommend them in a heartbeat and wouldn’t think of using anyone else!!
Description of Work: Redid the plumbing in my entire house, HVAC piping, put in new heaters, replaced my busted sump pump, cleaned out tree roots that were backing up my basement drain, etc.

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
$7,000

David & Jennifer W.
05/2016
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Wesley, the contractor, was excellent. We had an emergency with several inches of water in the basement. Wesley showed up the same day we called him. He immediately assessed the situation and controlled the flooding. He made the repairs to the burst hose bib and several other repairs we requested within a couple days. His work was excellent. His price was extremely reasonable. He was always professional. Wesley also referred us to a restoration service to repair the water damage. That contractor also did an excellent job. I would recommend Wesley to any of my friends and would certainly use him again if the need arises.
Description of Work: Replaced a burst hose bib that had flooded the house; replaced a faulty bathtub spout, repaired a broken lavatory sink drain; replaced a broken toilet shut-off valve; and replaced a shower valve on a basement shower.

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
$800

Bob W.
03/2016
2.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I really wasn't happy with their performance at all. They don't have that good of a grade on Angie's List. I basically went through them because a friend of mine told me about them but I just wasn't impressed with their work or their attitude towards the work. They probably did their plumbing about a month ago. The time they put in to what they charged me was really just ridiculous. They spent about 6hrs and charged me about $2200 and the materials were maybe $50 -$100. I had to fix half of it. They were here when they were supposed to be here. I have to give them a D for professionalism because of some of the comments that came out of their mouth. You've got a contractor that comes to your house and you ask them to do something and they say, 'I didn't want to work that hard today'. That is what he said to me. I am like, are you kidding me? You just said that to me, 'I don't want to work that hard today?' That is what he said to me when I asked him to do the plumbing the way I wanted it done. That is ridiculous! I would not recommend them to anybody.
Description of Work: I have recently hired Building Waters to do a bigger job in a kitchen renovation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$2,200

Response from Building Waters
This customer called us for a quote. He had started a remodel job and did not want a permit pulled for his job. We installed the piping according to state code. After the work was performed, the customer had upset someone and was caught without a permit and now needed one obtained. I went to bat for him with the inspector, (not in the quote) obtained his permit and kept all fines for him at bay. The work we had performed was legal and passed inspection. The customer then wanted things change to his specifications(not in the quote) and we obliged. As far as I know, we have to go back and set fixtures yet on this job.This job is not closed out on our books. The customer was slow in paying in accordance to the contract and never contacted me, in regard to his dissatisfaction. I can't resolve issues a customer may have if they do not approach me with concerns they have. We as a company welcome complaints. Its the only way to become a better service provider to our customers

Kesha E.
02/2016
3.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
It leaked after he put it in. He tore a bunch of stuff apart. There was a lot more cost because we used them for a couple more things. It got more expensive. I just wouldn't recommend them. I would not use them again. He worked on our shower tub. That was great. That was 'A' work. He tore apart a lot of stuff and then it just got too expensive. He wanted to sledgehammer our washtub apart. I found another solution about that. I was very disappointed with that.
Description of Work: I purchased a big deal from them for $79. We had a problem with the hookup with the washer.

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


Response from Building Waters
To remove a concrete wash tub for replacement we use a sledgehammer and buckets. They are way to heavy to remove as a whole. That's common practice for all plumbing companies. The strainer on those concrete tubs are molded in the concrete pour of the tub and it's common for the strainer to rot out. That is why replace them.We cannot warranty fixtures and parts we did not furnish.

Jenny W.
10/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
He was wonderful. -He called ahead of time to confirm the appointment -He even called when he was running a bit late -Very quick and courteous I would definitely use him again. Hands down, a great experience.
Description of Work: He ended up ripping out my old drain and replacing it with a new one. So glad to have it done.

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
$85

CARL K.
09/2015
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
For one hour of work, services performing actual repair was limited, however the plumber provided sufficient instruction for me to complete repair. The plumber was professional and knew what he was doing- thank God! I regard the experience as a success.
Description of Work: Purchased 1 hour of service for galvanized pipe that had a corrosion problem. Plumber came in did inspection and diagnosed problem area (it was in a different location then what I thought) and advised what was needed and where to expect the problem area to be.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$79

DIANE R.
08/2015
3.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I felt he was a bit pricy. For the 45 min he was here inspecting for a leek. Had a very negative approach in everything about my plumbing.wanted to do more then was necessary. Like switch location of my stationary tub give me a double instead of a single tub. He quoted me $900. To do tub . Glad I checked on 3 . I found someone who will do the same for $400.
Description of Work: Inspected for leek and tightened nut on bathtub pipe

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$125

Response from Building Waters
The customer was very nice. She had water leaking in basement from somewhere. Troubleshot many of her problems and made repair to her bath tub. Gave her a price of 900.00 due to the poor shape of the waste piping rotting at floor level. I could see that once we started breaking up the old concrete tub, the waste piping would most likely crumble. To repair the wasteline penetrating the floor, the floor would have to be broken up to bring out a new line for the tub. I felt it was better to let her know that the price would probably end up around that price, rather than not informing her and adding the suprise additional cost later, as a extra or get blamed for breaking it. Spent a hour with her and charged a hr labor and trip charge.

Bobbi N.
08/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Wes was very nice, professional, and on time.
Description of Work: I bought a Big Deal for plumbing inspection.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$44

Lois S.
07/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
It went very well. He recommended a new type of faucet, installed it and was finished very quickly. I've enjoyed using the new faucet.
Description of Work: Changed outdoor 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
$99

Steven D.
07/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Service provider came in a timely way. He was unable to identify source of the discharge, and called his colleagues at his business, who were unable to identify it either. The problem was not resolved, but we felt the Building Waters team was neither sloppy nor dismissive - they just couldn't solve the problem. The problem (and not being able to solve it) didn't negatively affect their service quality. In fairness, no other plumber or handiman has been able to identify it either.
Description of Work: Had problems with black discharge from faucet in bathroom - evaluation

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
$75

julie S.
07/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Went very well. Fun to work with!
Description of Work: Two toilets and two outdoor spigot replacements

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
$1,300

Pat W.
07/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Problem fixed in 5 minutes. Then I was shown how to handle the problem myself in the future. Discharge hose of dishwasher gets clogged with gunk and water backs up and rushes out. Just clear hose periodically.
Description of Work: Fix what was wrong but also showed me how to fix it myself in the future.

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
$150

SEAN M.
07/2015
5.0
water heater repair
  + -1 more
It turned out excellent; they did an excellent job.
Description of Work: I used Building Waters for a hot water heater flush.

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
$79

Sherry K.
06/2015
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair
  + 0 more
I found a water heater deal on Angie's List, however it did not apply to power vent water heaters. I contacted Wesley Rosenberg, owner, of Building Waters and he gave me a quote to replace our current Bradford Smith power vent gas water heater. We agreed on 6/.30/15 between 11 & 12. He did explain his employee had another job in the morning and asked if I was comfortable with a possible hour time variance. I said I was. His installer called me to let me know that he would be a bit late and arrive about 12:30 or so. He arrived at 12:40 pm. Our existing power vent gas water heater exhaust fan motor was quite loud & we were hoping the replacement would tone down the noise a bit. The new water heater is awesome! The installers were very professional, removed the old water heater, installed the new one, showed me how to drain the water heater, set the temp and cleaned up after themselves. They answered a couple of questions about another issue also. All in all, excellent service and I would definitely use them again for any plumbing or HVAC work!
Description of Work: Installed a Rheem power vent 50 gallon gas water heater.

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
$1,424

Benjamin S.
06/2015
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
It went just ok. The toilet still occassionally runs, but definitely less frequently. My ratings are a little lower, though, because the plumber (Allen) who came out checked out a leaky faucet and said he could order the part (he didn't have it on his truck) and would get back to me when he had it, but he never followed up.
Description of Work: Toilet repair and plumbing check up.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$59

Contact information

2101 Lathrop Ave, Racine, WI 53405

http://www.wisconsinmechanicalservice.com

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Plumbing,
Water Heaters,
Drain Cleaning,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Sewer Cleaning,
Water Filtration and Softening,
Appliance Repair,
Animal Removal,
Home Security Systems

FAQ

Building Waters is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.
Building Waters accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Building Waters does not offer free project estimates.
No, Building Waters does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Building Waters does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Building Waters offers emergency services.
No, Building Waters does not offer warranties.
Building Waters offers the following services: Full-Service Plumbing - Commercial & Residential
Excavating parts of a job, or the use of a pump truck/ jetter truck are not services we offer.

Contact information

2101 Lathrop Ave, Racine, WI 53405

http://www.wisconsinmechanicalservice.com