88/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best Plumbers in Mount Carmel, IL (2026)
10 plumbers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Mount Carmel: Evan's Plumbing and Repairs, CR Score 88/100; 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): J.E. Shekell, Inc., posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 10.
- 6
Most-reviewed: Wabash Plumbing, Inc., 75 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 10 ranked; ranked #6.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
10 Mount Carmel plumbers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 4 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 10 rated businesses.
Top 10 plumbers in Mount Carmel at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Evan's Plumbing and Repairs | 88 | 5.0★ (47) | Evansville, 20 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Dillards Plumbing | 81 | 4.4★ (7) | Mount Carmel | — | — |
| 3 | J.E. Shekell, Inc. | 80 | 4.6★ (58) | Vincennes, 24 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | AAA Godfrey & Son Septic Tank Service | 79 | 4.8★ (16) | Vincennes, 24 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Fresh Start Plumbing | 77 | 4.9★ (41) | Evansville, 20 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Wabash Plumbing, Inc. | 74 | 4.1★ (75) | Vincennes, 22 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 7 | Jarboe Plumbing | 73 | 5.0★ (5) | Evansville, 23 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Ricky Rooter Plumbing Services | 73 | 4.4★ (14) | Evansville, 24 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Bob Leek's Plumbing | 73 | 5.0★ (4) | Mount Carmel | — | — |
| 10 | Sharp & Williams Plumbing Heating and AC | 70 | 4.0★ (11) | Mount Carmel | — | — |
The 10 best plumbers in Mount Carmel, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Mount Carmel
81/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
- Address
- Mt Carmel, IL 62863
Based in Vincennes, 24 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 58 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.6★ from 58 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2019 N 6th St, Vincennes, IN 47591
Based in Vincennes, 24 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews
- Address
- 306 W Chicago Ave, Vincennes, IN 47591
Based in Evansville, 20 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Vincennes, 22 mi away
74/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.1★ from 75 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (75).
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.1★ from 75 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 921 Main St, Vincennes, IN 47591
Based in Evansville, 23 mi away
73/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
- Address
- 11338 St Wendel Rd, Evansville, IN 47720
Based in Evansville, 24 mi away
73/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
Based in Mount Carmel
73/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 326 Bellmont St, Mt Carmel, IL 62863
Based in Mount Carmel
70/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.0★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 202 W 9th St, Mt Carmel, IL 62863
Also serving Mount Carmel
3 more plumbers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| CDC Plumbing | 22 mi | |
| Edwards Excavating & Drainage LLC | 16 mi | |
| Peters Mechanical Systems | 4.5★ (2) | 17 mi |
How much do plumbers cost in Mount Carmel?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Mount Carmel. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water heater replacement | $882 | $1,348 | $1,826 | Per unit, installed (unit plus labor); typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range | October 2026 |
How to check a plumber's license in Illinois
In Illinois, Illinois Department of Public Health, Plumbing Program licenses Plumber licenses and plumbing contractor registration (Chicago licenses its own plumbers).
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the contract or truck.
- Ask for proof of insurance before work starts.
No chip usually means we have not matched a state record yet. Check the lookup yourself before you hire.
Guide checked October 2026. How we verify licenses
How we ranked Mount Carmel plumbers
We scored 10 Mount Carmel plumbers on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Mount Carmel data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
Plumbers in Mount Carmel: frequently asked questions
Who is the best plumber in Mount Carmel?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked plumber in Mount Carmel, IL is Evan's Plumbing and Repairs with a CR Score of 88/100. It has 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Dillards Plumbing (#2) and J.E. Shekell, Inc. (#3) follow. We ranked 10 plumbers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many plumbers are there in Mount Carmel?
ContractorsRanked ranks 10 plumbers serving Mount Carmel, IL. 3 of them are based in Mount Carmel; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 3 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which plumbers in Mount Carmel are open 24/7?
2 ranked plumbers in Mount Carmel post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Evan's Plumbing and Repairs (#1) and J.E. Shekell, Inc. (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which plumbers in Mount Carmel work on weekends?
4 of 10 ranked plumbers post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Evan's Plumbing and Repairs (#1), J.E. Shekell, Inc. (#3) and Wabash Plumbing, Inc. (#6). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check a plumber's license in Illinois?
In Illinois, Illinois Department of Public Health, Plumbing Program handles licensing and covers Plumber licenses and plumbing contractor registration (Chicago licenses its own plumbers).
How much does water heater replacement cost in Mount Carmel?
Water heater replacement typically costs $882 to $1,826, with $1,348 typical (Per unit, installed (unit plus labor); typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range). This is a national range, not adjusted for Mount Carmel. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Mount Carmel plumbers have?
The median Google rating among 10 rated plumbers in Mount Carmel is 4.7★, with a median of 15 reviews. Wabash Plumbing, Inc. has the most, 75 reviews, and ranks #6. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank plumbers?
Each plumber gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Update log for Mount Carmel
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 10 plumbers serving Mount Carmel.
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