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4.7
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5.0 out of 5

Out of 249 Reviews

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Baethke Plumbing4.7
Based on 855 reviews
Katherine Mettam
6 hours ago
Do not use this company. They tried to charge me $1900 for two hours of work and $30 in parts. They are over priced and rude. When asked why it was so much he said I should just do it myself.
Response from the owner:We’re sorry to hear about your experience and appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. This is not the level of communication we strive to provide.
To clarify, the $1,900 figure referenced was an estimate for the scope of work discussed—not a charge for completed work. The project would have required significantly more than two hours to complete, had we completed it, and the estimate reflected the anticipated time, labor, and materials needed to do the job properly.
Before moving forward, we made an effort to review and confirm the scope and pricing with you—especially given your husband is also in the plumbing/pipefitting trade—so there would be full transparency and no surprises.
No work was performed without approval. We understand how important clear, respectful communication is, and we regret if any part of that interaction came across the wrong way.
Baethke Plumbing was incredibly reliable – they showed up on time and fixed a multitude of issues while helping me solve an even bigger, ongoing issue. So grateful for them!
Response from the owner:Christine, thank you so much for the 5-Star Review.
Alison Hays
2 days ago
5/5 stars – I always use Baethke because they are so professional. John and Billy were efficient, friendly and explained everything to me before they started.
Response from the owner:Alison, thank you for your 5-Star review and most of all thank you for always using Baethke Plumbing. We cherish the trust that you have given us.
Sagi Cohen
3 days ago
Josh and John arrived quickly when I needed an emergency plumber. The technician was friendly, reliable and fixed my water heater repair on time. I appreciated the sincere service and fair pricing. Would definitely call them again.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the 5 Star review Saji.
Kenneth Wilson
3 days ago
I was impressed with Baethke Plumbing’s prompt and sincere service. They arrived on time, were knowledgeable and friendly. The plumber explained everything clearly and I feel confident in the work plan he developed. He went the extra mile to locate and order a part that’s no longer offered by Kohler, that’s needed to complete the work. I’m looking forward to the install and want to thank Baethke family for going the extra mile to get my Shower upgrade done correctly. True Professionals
2-24 , My part has arrived and I’m scheduled for my next appointment
BTW I have a leaking shower door and while they don’t do that work, the referral was in my in box before I hung up. I’m truly looking forward to a smooth install
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words Ken. I am glad that Josh was able to get you on the road to repair.
Darin Tsoulos
3 days ago
Baethke Plumbing and my service technician Jack E. were excellent today. Professional, sincere, very friendly and especially on-time! Jack E. was extremely respectful of our private space (ie. our home) and asked permission for each area of the house he needed to access for inspection. Friendly, personable and professional is how I would describe my service technician today. Baethke Plumbing was an excellent choice for us when we replaced our two 50 Gallon Water Heaters. And, the annual whole house plumbing inspections keeps us informed about the status of our 145 year old home. We are very happy with Baethke Plumbing. They are an excellent choice!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for this incredible review—it truly means a lot to our entire team!

We’re especially glad to hear that Jack E. delivered the level of professionalism, respect, and communication that we strive for in every home we enter. Taking the time to ask permission, protect your space, and keep you informed is exactly how we believe service should be done.

It’s also great to hear that your new water heaters and annual whole-home plumbing inspections are giving you confidence—especially in a 145-year-old home where staying ahead of potential issues is so important. That proactive approach is exactly what helps prevent surprises and protect your investment.

We sincerely appreciate your trust in Baethke Plumbing and your continued support. If you ever need anything, we’re always here to help.

Thank you again for choosing your trusted “plumber near me”—Baethke Plumbing!
Alejandro Ome
4 days ago
Very good service
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words Alejandro.
Cindy Mojica
1 week ago
Baethke Plumbing was incredibly reliable - I have been using them for the 10 years for all my various plumbing needs. Staff is friendly and professional. I will always recommend them to anyone looking for a plumber.
Response from the owner:Cindy, thank you for sticking with Baethke Plumbing for the past 10 years and trusting us with all kinds of plumbing needs. We’re glad our team has been reliable, friendly, and professional, and we really appreciate you recommending us to others.
Reed Snyder
1 week ago
Needed a small beverage dispenser replaced that was leaking and had low preasure. The dispenser was easily replaced no fuss. The pressure for the faucet was increased by simply repositioning a connector to point in the right direction. Now we have a faucet that doesn't leak and great pressure......Thanks
Response from the owner:Thank you for the 5-Star review!
Michael Hart
2 weeks ago
Baethke Plumbing replaced our water heater. The crew was friendly, reliable and sincere, answering all my questions. When they unboxed the water heater they noticed some minor damage. They stopped and immediately tracked down a replacement to complete the install. I have called them as an emergency plumber and they responded quickly. We use their annual checkup service as well.
Response from the owner:Thanks, Michael, for choosing Baethke Plumbing for your water heater replacement and for relying on us for emergency calls and annual checkups. We’re glad our crew could answer your questions and quickly swap out the unit when we noticed the damage so everything was done right. We appreciate your trust and continued support.

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What customers are saying about Baethke Plumbing

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“Excellent customer service when scheduling/follow up, and Tom was prompt, professional, and went above and beyond in explaining our system and providing options for servicing. Highly recommend.”

Charles F.

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“Excellent customer service when scheduling/follow up, and Tom was prompt, professional, and went above and beyond in explaining our system and providing options for servicing. Highly recommend.”

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About Our Chicago Plumbing Company

Few situations are as stressful as an overflowing toilet, a burst pipe, or a leaking water heater—except having these problems “fixed” by unqualified and unprofessional plumbers. So don’t take a gamble on something as essential as your property’s plumbing; instead, count on the true professionals of Baethke Plumbing!

With more than 30 years of experience and an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, our licensed plumbers provide consistently top-notch services to homes and businesses across Chicago. Call us today to find out more about our many preventative and corrective plumbing services:

  • Water Jetting
  • Repiping
  • Drain Repair
  • Sump Pumps
  • Sewer Line Cleaning
  • Water meter
  • Sub-meter installation
  • And More!

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