Local Pros / Illinois / Chicago
Plumbers in Chicago, IL
24 local plumbers serving Chicago and the surrounding area. Chicago is a large metro with a deep bench of contractors. See typical Illinois costs and a free DIY-or-hire breakdown before you reach out. We never sell your info and never take kickbacks.
Population
~2,664,452
Pros within 35 mi
24
Nearest listed
1 mi
Typical water heater replacement cost in Illinois: hiring runs $1,200–$3,600, DIY about $600–$1,800. Calibrate it to Chicago before you call.
Plumbers near Chicago
Vanguard Plumbing and Sewer, Inc.
Plumber · Chicago, Illinois · 1 mi
First Chicago Plumbing
Plumber · Chicago, Illinois · 1 mi
Zuniga's Plumbing Inc.
Plumber · Chicago, Illinois · 1 mi
Apex Plumbing & Sewer Inc.
Plumber · Chicago, Illinois · 1 mi
Direct Improvements
Plumber · Chicago, Illinois · 2 mi
Xpert Flood Control And Seepage Inc.
Plumber · Chicago, Illinois · 7 mi
American Vintage Home Heating
Plumber · Oak Park, Illinois · 8 mi
Cicero Oil Company - Underground Tank Removal
Plumber · Chicago, Illinois · 8 mi
HorVer Gas Piping & Repair
Plumber · Chicago, Illinois · 8 mi
Ace Drain and Sewer Experts Inc.
Plumber · Brookfield, Illinois · 11 mi
Elite HVACs Furnace
Plumber · Skokie, Illinois · 14 mi
Permits & rules in Illinois
Permit rules for water heater replacement vary by city and county in Illinois. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the Illinois guide for specifics. Varies by municipality Illinois water heater replacement costs are calibrated from the national average using Illinois's regional price parity (1.00) and local labor index (1.04).
See Illinois permit details →Plumbers in Chicago: common questions
How much does it cost to hire a plumber in Chicago, Illinois?
In Illinois, water heater replacement typically runs $1,200 to $3,600 when you hire a pro, and about $600 to $1,800 if you do it yourself. Chicago prices track the Illinois range, with larger metros toward the high end. Size it to your own home with our free calculator.
Do I need a permit for water heater replacement in Illinois?
Permit rules for water heater replacement vary by city and county in Illinois. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the Illinois guide for specifics. Varies by municipality Always confirm with the Chicago or Illinois building department before work begins.
Should I DIY or hire a plumber in Chicago?
Water heater replacement is rated moderate for a DIYer. Doing it yourself can save the gap between $600 to $1,800 and $1,200 to $3,600, but plumbers bring tools, permits, and a warranty. For a large or time-sensitive job, a local pro in Chicago is usually the safer call. Our free DIY-or-hire calculator walks through it.
How many plumbers serve Chicago?
We currently list 24 plumbers within about 35 miles of Chicago, the nearest about 1 miles out. We never sell your information and never take kickbacks.