Plumbing Services in Lake in the Hills, IL
Everything your home or business needs from a licensed, family-owned plumber — with honest pricing and 24/7 emergency service across McHenry County.
- 15 services
- Licensed & insured
- Same-day available
Ludwig Family Plumbing offers complete plumbing services in Lake in the Hills and across McHenry County — from water heaters, drain cleaning, and sump pumps to sewer line repair, leak detection, wells, gas lines, and 24/7 emergencies. Every job starts the same way: a real diagnosis, an honest written price, and licensed work backed by a warranty. Pick a service below to see the details, or call (831) 290-4327 and we'll point you to the right fix.
Core Plumbing Services
Water Heater Repair & Install
No hot water? We repair and install tank & tankless water heaters, usually same-day.
Learn moreDrain Cleaning
Slow or stopped-up drains cleared right — from a single sink to the main line.
Learn moreSump Pump Install & Repair
Keep your basement dry with a properly sized pump and battery backup for storm season.
Learn moreWater Softener & Treatment
Hard water ruins fixtures and appliances. We install softeners & whole-home filtration.
Learn moreLeak Detection
A spiking water bill or damp spot? We pinpoint hidden leaks before they wreck your home.
Learn moreRepiping & Water Service Line
Recurring leaks, rusty water, or weak pressure? We repipe homes and repair service lines.
Learn moreEjector Pump Repair & Install
Basement bathroom or laundry below the sewer line? We repair and install ejector pumps.
Learn moreFaucet & Fixture Install
Faucets, toilets, sinks, and disposals — installed and repaired right, with upfront pricing.
Learn moreEmergency & Urgent Services
24/7 Emergency Plumber
Burst pipe, backup, or no water? We answer 24/7 across McHenry County.
Learn more24/7Frozen & Burst Pipe Repair
Illinois winters freeze and split pipes. We thaw, repair, and prevent — fast, 24/7.
Learn more24/7Sewer Line Repair & Backup
Backups and slow mains solved — camera diagnosis, root removal, and lasting repairs.
Learn more24/7Emergency Water Cleanup
Flooded basement? We stop the source, extract water, and guide the next steps — 24/7.
Learn more24/7Well Pump & Water Treatment
On a private well? We service pumps, pressure tanks, and treatment — no city water needed.
Learn more24/7Gas Line Services
Licensed gas line install, repair, and leak service — done safely and to Illinois code.
Learn more24/7Commercial Plumbing
Plumbing for local businesses — repairs, backflow testing, and buildouts, minimal downtime.
Learn morePlumbing Services FAQs
Yes. We serve homeowners across McHenry County and also handle commercial work for restaurants, retail, offices, and property managers — repairs, backflow testing, and buildouts scheduled around your hours.
It can, and that's the point of a full-service plumber: one licensed team that knows your home and its history, whether it's a dripping faucet today or a sewer line next year. You're not juggling specialists or re-explaining the problem.
Any true emergency — burst pipes, sewer backups, no water, a leaking water heater, or a failed sump during a storm. Call anytime and we'll help you stabilize the situation on the phone and dispatch a plumber.
Just call and describe what's happening. We'll help you identify the problem and, if it's an emergency, walk you through shutting off the water safely. You don't need to diagnose it yourself before you reach out.
We're based in Lake in the Hills and serve all of McHenry County plus the surrounding Fox Valley and northwest suburbs. Check our service areas for your town, or give us a call to confirm.
Trusted Across McHenry County
Real reviews from homeowners across McHenry County. We've built our reputation one honest job at a time.
“Our water heater died on a Sunday and Ludwig had us back to hot water the same afternoon. Honest about what needed replacing and what didn't. This is our plumber from now on.”
Jennifer M.
Lake in the Hills, IL · Water Heater Installation
“Sump pump quit during a spring storm and our basement started taking on water. They talked me through shutting things down on the phone and got a tech out fast. Installed a battery backup so it won't happen again.”
David R.
Algonquin, IL · Sump Pump Repair
“Finally fixed the recurring drain backup two other companies just kept snaking. They ran a camera, found roots in the line, and showed me exactly what was going on. Real diagnosis instead of a band-aid.”
Karen S.
Crystal Lake, IL · Sewer Line Repair
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