I called Noel to replace an ejector pump, and I couldn't be happier with my decision. He was able to come out within two hours of my call. He gave me an estimate up front that I thought was reasonable, and the final price was in line with the quote. The quality of his work is excellent, and he left the space clean. He's my new go-to guy for plumbing from now on. Added bonus: my dog liked him too. read more

Super friendly, very knowledgeable and thorough. Very reasonable and fair pricing.

Noel responded quickly to my call. He asked me to take photos and that made it easier for him to diagnose remotely. Clever. The came the next day and fixed the issue. Thanks read more

Noel at five plumbing was awesome! He was very knowledgeable and prompt in addressing two plumbing issues at our condo. Additionally, he was upfront about the cost and provided a reliable estimate prior to starting the work. Highly recommended! read more

Hired them to fix a drippy faucet. On time, professional, wore a mask, booties, and fixed the problem in under an hour! Great experience!

Noel helped us out while we were in a pinch. Or, better said, while we were about to be pinching loafs. Basically, our shitter was broken. My lovely better half decided to flush beef stew down the toilet instead of pitching it in the garbage, and no amount of plunging and DranO pushed out the blockage. Worse, it was St. Patrick's Day, we had a green beer keg, and guests' bowels were moving into dangerous explosion territory. Our maintenance guy, who was out of town, gave us Noel's number, so we gave him a call. Vision was fuzzy but he seemed to arrive fairly quickly. Shortly after arrival he shoved his snake in our hole, pushed in and out for a few minutes, and soon after our pipes were cleaned, our toilet was flushing, and smiles were on our faces. I am convinced he even fixed something in the commode... you know, when you have to jiggle the handle to get the water to stop running? Fixed. BONUS. He declined my offer of a green beer on the way out; for his quick work, he deserved it! We would have paid big bucks to get out of this digestive traffic jam but the price was on point for emergency service. Thank you, Noel, for breaking down the dam and allowing our guests to let their rivers flow. read more

I had a mystery wet spot on my carpet, right outside the master bathroom. At first, I blamed my cat even though it was very unlike him. I cleaned it up and went about my day. Several hours later it was still damp. Once it stayed damp for several days, we knew we had an issue. There is only concrete under the carpet, no pipes run there, and no water spots on the walls or ceilings. A complete mystery! The first plumber that came out looked around for literally 3-5 minutes and suggested it was our toilet. It could be... but seemed like a guess. Next 2 plumbers did not return my call. (Sound familiar?) I was getting frustrated. I then found Noel and gave him a call. I am so glad I did!! He came out that day and spent an hour with me pulling up the carpet, running tests with the shower, toilet & sink and allowed me to be involved during the entire process. (Which I love!) He gave great advice on how to move forward, charged a reasonable price for his time and even fixed an issue with our other toilet on his way out! He was very professional and super nice! Noel is my new go-to plumber. read more

We have used Noel twice in the last year and if we need a plumber again, I wouldn't even look elsewhere. He is the real deal. He asked us a lot of questions up front each time, requested pictures, and then when he showed up to do the work, he had the parts he needed already- super efficient. Price was the price he quoted up front so no surprises there. Nice guy, hardworking, and really seems to know his stuff (he gave some tips and advice to me as he was working on our issues). read more

Noel is the best! We are new homeowners who found themselves with the most uncloggable toilet ever just a month after moving into our 1912 house in Chicago. Being motivated DIY'ers, we attempted to unclog the toilet ourselves, but after water started seeping out beneath the toilet, we knew it was time to call a professional. We found Noel on Yelp, and, after reading many of his great reviews, decided to give him a call around 7:30 in the morning. Noel came out to our house by noon that day. Turns out we didn't have a clogged toilet... we actually had a collapsed pipe beneath our basement. Noel diagnosed the problem and came back on a Saturday at 8 a.m. sharp to breakup the concrete in the basement and replace the pipe. While working on the problem, Noel also offered many maintenance suggestions and ideas for the kitchen renovation we plan to do in the spring. We'll be using Noel for any and all future plumbing issues, and we can't recommend him enough. read more

As you can about imagine, I'm not interested in fussing with maintenance people. I like them to respond to a call, assess the situation, and fix it in a timely and (hopefully) a cost-friendly manner. Noel did just that. He answered the phone the first time I called and was able to stop by my condo that same day! He had one look at the food disposal line break under my sink and knew exactly what to do. He walked out to his truck, grabbed a few things, and fixed everything in less than an hour. Not only did he fix the pipe break, he helped me understand how why and how it happened--poor (not so) handywork and piping used by the plumber before him. Five Plumbing was so good, I immediately recommended them to my friend who had an issue about a month later. She got the exact same response and service for a completely different kind of plumbing need. Two for two in my book means a five star rating. Call Noel next time you have a plumbing need! read more

Sometimes the third time is the charm. We had an insidious leak from our upstairs bathroom to our main floor. We had two other resources come out and no one could figure it out. I saw Noel's sterling Yelp reviews and decided to give him a try. First, he asked me specific questions on the phone, giving me some possibilities and also providing me with a strong comfort level. There was no hard sell; he told me it was fine if I wanted a few days to think it over. I hired him on the spot and once here, he diagnosed the problem with lightning speed -- it was a tub/pipe issue from our guest bathroom. Noel needed to open the ceiling and cleaned up the entire mess before he left. His price was reasonable, considering the time and effort he put in. I'm in awe of Noel! Everything you read here on Yelp is absolutely true. I will be recommending him to friends and to the entire Yelp community. He is an absolute gem! read more

Noel was hired to fix a clogged bath drain a couple of weeks back - and he fixed everything perfectly. He met our tenants at our rental property and fixed the drain so it's working seamlessly. His receipt was very thorough detailing the steps he'd taken in fixing the clogged drain; he also included recommendations for the future. He was incredibly kind, friendly and very timely (even available on Saturday). If you find yourself frustrated b/c of the difficulty in finding an old-fashioned good & honest serviceman - look no further. Noel is your guy. His fees were aligned well in comparison to other companies. read more

Noel is AWESOME! he is prompt, communicative & respectful of our home. the injection pump died and he was able to diagnosis with a few questions from me over the phone! no matter your plumbing issue give him a call! stop searching now! he returns calls with the swiftness. read more

Really nice staff, unfortunately they were unavailable but gave us info on another plumber who was actually quite wonderful. Honest and caring business. read more

This man deserves any amount of business he wants in this world, or the next, if they have pipes up there. In the late 1990s I needed a plumber to untangle the "Three Stooges" hornet's nest of plumbing in my old house, and was referred to Noel. Fast forward to the "flash freeze" of January 2013, which burst the water pipes behind my drywall: Noel responded in minutes, came over within an hour, provided a very fair estimate and finished the repair in a day. Two additional factors aren't make-or-break, but are telling of the kind of work and business ethic Noel exemplifies, which I thought vanished a generation ago: First, he approached the problem with great care, pinpointing the source of the problem and minimizing how much drywall he would have to remove... saving me hundreds of dollars on the NEXT contractor I'll need to call. Second, when I thought the job was done and he would be out the door, he asked me if I happened to have a broom and dustpan... and proceeded to leave the work are cleaner than he found it. One cannot ask for more of any kind of service provider. read more

Noel was fairly priced and definitely goes above and beyond. I rarely write reviews but he deserves one. He did a great job installing a toilet and fixing our shower drain. Clearly extremely knowledgeable. He also just gave great advice via phone even prior to us hiring him to do the job. He came during the covid crisis and was masked, gloved, etc. we will be going to him for everything from now on! read more

Noel came and fixed our toilet within an hour of our call for help! Friendly and knowledgeable. read more

I called Noel a little after noon today as my disposal finally seized. He was very polite, asked me to take pictures of it, and he would send me a quote. 10 minutes later I received the quote - he arrived about 2:15 to install it! Very nice and proficient. He finished in about an hour - the new unit works great and the cost was just as he quoted it. I contacted him and 3 hours later it was installed - great work Noel! Thanks! read more

This is my second experience with Noel - and I can't say enough how amazing he is. Both times he was available on a short notice -- even on a weekend, came promptly, his work was fast and expert, and he was always extremely detailed about what needed to be done, providing estimates prior to performing the actual job. His work ethic is outstanding. Replaced a hot-water heater last year and a leaky toilet last month. Highly recommend. read more

Noel was responsive, competent and quick. Fixed a toilet with a flush valve that had deteriorated over the years. I'd have no hesitation calling Five next time. read more

Noel has helped me so many times in our old house that I have him on speed dial. He's the guy who will always come through when you call. He knows his trade, he's honest, and he's a great guy. I know he's very busy but he always finds a way to work around our schedule. And again, thanks Noel! read more

We called Noel this morning to inquire about installing the drains and faucet in our new sink. He spoke with us about the project and gave us a time and cost estimate. His price was reasonable and we asked when would be the soonest that he could come out. He understood our situation and offered to come the same day at 5PM. He called when he was on his way and gave us an ETA. When he showed-up he assessed the scene and got right to work. He completed the work a little longer than he had planned but didn't change the price he quoted over the phone. I'm no plumber but his work looks quality and we're happy with how well it looks. He was friendly, courteous, and professional. I'd hire him in a heartbeat again and think that everyone should too. read more

Noel was a great plumber who helped us with a spigot replacement project. He was so nice and price was fair. Had to turn off water to fix a valve and then he helped me figure out to get the resulting sediment out of kitchen faucet. Everything works great and he took the time to tell me how to properly shut off spigot/water for winter period. He was nice and did a really good job. read more

I used Noel's service three times in the past four years. He always responded quickly and tried to accommodate my schedule. In all three cases I called other plumbers but ended up picking him because he could come sooner than everybody else. He told me the price up front and finished his job very efficiently. He's also a pleasant guy to chat with. We have moved out of Chicago and I hope I can find another Noel in my new place. read more

Noel did some more work for me recently. He continues to be a true professional. He is quite knowledgeable, courteous, and a great value. I am very appreciative that I know a great plumber in my neighborhood. Now all I need is a good mechanic and good bartender. Noel- you are the best!! Thank you! read more

This is the third time working with Noel and it is always great. He is very knowledgeable and helpful. Always such great service. He responds very quickly and always there to solve your plumbing problems quickly! Highly recommend!! read more

Our plumber was right on time. He had parts with him to avoid having to make a trip to the hardware store and, most importantly, he fixed my problem! read more

I contacted Noel and left a VM stating my needs. He contacted me later that day and asked I text him photos as I was having him replace a kitchen sink faucet. He texted back the 2 hour window he could come and his estimate. He texted when he was 20 minutes away, showed up on time, completed the job even after he ran into some curves, all for the price he quoted. Noel is a great communicator and excellent plumber. I will use him from now on. read more

I wish I could give six stars. Noel is not only a good plumber but also a great person to have in your home. He is quick to respond to your request and does the job right the first time. We've had Noel over a couple of times for HOA related issues that had to be diagnosed and fixed from our unit. Cannot say enough good things about him. Stop reading the review and get him out to your place to fix what ever plumbing issue you have! read more

We have used Noel at Five Plumbing multiple times and he always does a great job. He is an excellent plumber and is very conscientious, reliable, and fair. Noel just replaced our sump pumps and and did a great job. He came out right away and we are very pleased with the work he did. Highly recommend. read more

Noel is excellent. You should hire him. If you need more than that, fine. I called Noel on a Saturday because I had to get some pipes repaired on my gas stove top and I needed plumbing redone and a new faucet installed all due to new countertops being put in. I was moving in on Monday and needed this done ASAP. I fully expected Noel to tell me he could come out on Monday at the earliest. No, not Noel. He came out that day. Within about 3 hours. He showed up, got both projects knocked out and was just a pleasant guy to hang with the whole time. He really took care of us and I hope I never need a plumber again, but I know I will. And when that happens, I'm calling Noel. So in conclusion, Noel is excellent. You should hire him. read more

We have used Noel several times now and I've yet to find anyone in Chicago more reliable! He always answers the phone right away and makes himself available when quick repairs are needed (i.e. for water/plumbing leaks, etc.) His service prices are always reasonable, too, and he explains all services and product recommendations in great detail. We will always use Five Plumbing whenever we need plumbing service! read more

We had used Noel previously and I was had another plumbing related question. I gave him a quick call and he offered a solution and a back up plan that ended up solving our problem. His willingness to help without requiring an unnecessary service call is just the type of service you get with Five Plumbing and the reason we will continue to use his services when needed. Thanks Noel. read more

Noel returned my call promptly and was able to change his schedule to come out to my house the next day to repair a bursted pipe. I had discovered it when I turned on my garden hose for the first time at the start of summer. He gave me a fair quote and clearly explained what he was going to do and how long it would take. He also explained how to avoid the problem in the future. Overall he provided professional, reliable and honest service which I will reuse again if needed for any plumbing needs. Jan 2018 I needed a plumber again on short notice and Noel came through fantastically. He recognized my number from my text message and made me a priority as a returning customer. Great service and fair price! read more

Noel was amazing. He got all 4 of our toilets working again in one day. He was courteous, efficient and really well organized. This is the only plumber we want to work with in the future! read more

We have called Noel 3 or 4 times when we have had plumbing problems. He always responds quickly, his work is always great, fast, and he is incredibly nice and patient to my two toddlers who also adore him! He is incredibly knowledgeable and generous in teaching us things to prevent further problems. We could not recommend him enough. Noel is really the best! read more

Noel is a great plumber and resource. I've called him to my house and rental unit multiple times, and been happy with my choice each time. I can count on him to schedule time quickly, get the job done right and charge a reasonable price. It is a relief to have a go-to plumber! read more

I am writing this review for other first time home buyers (like me) who don't have much experience dealing with plumbers and contractors. I recently bought a multi-level townhouse and after a few months of moving in noticed some water stains in living room ceiling due to some leakage in guest bathroom upstairs. I reached out to Noel after reading all good reviews here and sent him pictures after our phone conversation. I didn't hear from him for 2 days and then suddenly on Saturday when I am out shopping, he calls and wants to come over to diagnose the problem. Though it was short notice and very unprofessional, I allowed it. I asked him how much it would cost (a rough estimate range) but he didn't answer and said it could take 5 min or 2 hour based on what he finds and he charges $135/hr. Considering my handyman had already told me that most probably it was a drain pipe leak, I thought it will be an hour maximum. He arrives on time (3PM) but I was running 5 min late due to traffic. I let him in around 3:08PM when he came with few tools and had to make a few more trips to his van to get more tools and ladder during the 2+ hrs he was there. He also made 2 big holes in living room ceiling and 1 in guest room den to tell me what my handyman told me without even touching anything. Noel did find some other minor issues with shower head. All the hole digging was done by 5PM but he was lounging around my home until 5:20PM and then gives me a bill for 2.25 hrs ($309). He also wanted to recommend someone who could cover the drywall and paint it. I was like WTF--you spend max 2 hrs and honestly what was done in 2 hrs could have been done in 1 hr or less if he had not insisted on me examining what he found and unnecessary chatting. He asks to pay me $300 as he worked his B*** off in this job (I was like isn't that the reason why you charge $135/hr). I work as an IT consultant but I never charged anyone for my inefficiency- I guess his previous Lawyer experience still guides him. The next day he gave me an estimate of 3 hrs to fix but I rejected and told him the reason- I didn't like his work ethics. He sent me a refund check for 0.25 hrs and this is why he is getting 1 star from me. My handy man fixed the leak, covered the drywall and painted the following day for $250. Henceforth, I will stick with my handyman and reach out to others if he cannot do something. Suggestion: Charge a flat rate for diagnosis and hourly for fixing. read more

Nole came out the same day I called. I had some water coming thru my ceiling after my wife took a bath. Nole quickly isolated the issue to the overflow drain and waste drain seals. He replaced both using elbow grease and years of experience. I would have ruined my tub trying to get the waste drain out but Nole didn't even make a scratch. Thank you so much Nole. I would recommend you to ANYONE who needs a plumber. read more

This review is a bit overdue. Our kitchen sink stopped draining the day before Thanksgiving. Noel came out the same day I called, fixed the issue quickly. It was that fast and painless. I believe I was changed a fair price. And since then have had no sink issue at all. If I run into issues, I'll use him again. read more