Leak Detection & Repair
Water stains, a running meter or a damp basement wall? We pinpoint hidden leaks before opening anything up.
- Thermal and acoustic leak location
- In-wall, ceiling and under-slab leaks
- Minimal-opening repairs
Residential service & repair
When your plumbing needs attention.
Leaks, clogs, no hot water, a failing sump pump or a pipe that froze overnight. A licensed plumber diagnoses the problem, gives you an upfront price and fixes it right.
- Same-day when available
- Price approved before work
- 24/7 emergencies
How can we help?
Home plumbing services.
Pick the problem that matches what you're seeing, or simply describe it on the request form and we'll route it to the right plumber.
Drain & Sewer
Slow drains, gurgling fixtures or a basement floor drain backing up are signs of a blockage further down the line.
- Drain clearing and hydro-jetting
- Sewer camera inspection
- Tree-root and sewer line repair
Water Heaters
No hot water, rusty water or a leaking tank? We repair what's worth repairing and replace what isn't.
- Tank and tankless repair
- Same-day replacement when available
- Expansion tanks and venting
Sump & Ejector Pumps
Spring storms and snowmelt put basements at risk. Keep yours dry with a pump you can rely on.
- Sump pump replacement and new installs
- Battery and water-powered backups
- Sewage ejector pumps and pits
Frozen & Burst Pipes
Northern Illinois winters are hard on plumbing in exterior walls, crawl spaces and garages.
- Safe thawing and burst-pipe repair
- Frost-free hose bibs
- Pipe insulation and rerouting
Repiping
Low pressure, discolored water and repeat leaks often point to aging galvanized supply lines.
- PEX and copper whole-home repipes
- Partial repipes and line replacements
- Openings patched when we're done
Toilets & Fixtures
Running toilets, dripping faucets and new fixtures installed properly the first time.
- Toilets, faucets, sinks and showers
- Garbage disposals
- Shut-off and supply line replacement
Water Pressure
Pressure that's too low or too high wears out fixtures and appliances. We find the cause.
- Pressure testing and diagnosis
- Pressure-reducing valves
- Well pressure tank service
Water Quality
Hard water leaves scale on fixtures and shortens the life of water heaters. Treat it at the source.
- Water softener installation
- Whole-home and point-of-use filtration
- Reverse-osmosis drinking water
Not sure what the problem is?
Tell us what you're seeing. We'll figure out the rest.
You don't need to know the cause. A short description and a couple of photos help us send the right plumber with the right parts.
- Describe the symptomsWhere it is, when it started and what you've noticed.
- Send photos or videoAttach them to your request, even from your phone.
A clear service experience
What happens after you call.
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Contact Us
Call, text or request service online and tell us what's going on. A leak, a clogged drain or a full emergency, it all starts with one quick conversation.
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Inspection & Diagnosis
A licensed plumber arrives on time, inspects the problem with professional diagnostic tools and explains the root cause in plain language.
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Upfront Quote
You get a clear, flat-rate price and your options before any work begins. No surprises, no hidden fees, and nothing starts until you approve.
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Service & Repairs
We get to work right away with quality parts and proven methods, protecting your home or business while we fix it properly the first time.
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Quality Check & Cleanup
We test everything, clean up the work area and walk you through what we did. Every job is backed by our workmanship warranty.
Emergency line open now
Burst pipe? Flooding? Sewer backup?
Burst pipe? Flooding? Sewer backup?
We're on our way, 24/7/365.
Shut off your main water valve, then call us. A licensed plumber will be dispatched straight away, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Customer stories
Trusted by homeowners & property teams.
“A pipe froze and burst in our basement during the January cold snap. They were here within the hour, had the water off, the line repaired and the area dried out the same night.”
Jessica M.Homeowner · Grayslake
“We manage 14 buildings and Specialty is the only plumber that documents every visit with photos and notes. Our board loves the transparency.”
David R.Property Manager · Waukegan
“They repiped our entire 1960s home in two days. Clean, on budget and the crew patched every opening. Water pressure has never been better.”
Priya S.Homeowner · Libertyville
“Great preconstruction input on our restaurant build-out. Their team caught a grease-waste routing issue that saved us weeks.”
Tom L.General Contractor · Gurnee
“Sump pump failed during a spring storm. New pump and a battery backup installed the same day, with a clear price upfront and a tech who explained everything.”
Angela K.Homeowner · Round Lake Beach
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Workmanship Warranty
Same-day appointments are often available for repairs requested in the morning, and our emergency line dispatches a plumber 24/7 for active leaks, flooding and frozen or burst pipes.
We explain any diagnostic or trip fee before we schedule. Once the problem is diagnosed you receive an upfront, flat-rate price, and no repair work starts until you approve it.
Open the nearest faucet, keep the area warm and never use an open flame to thaw a pipe. If the pipe has split or you can't find the frozen section, shut off the main water valve and call us.
Yes. We regularly work on galvanized and cast-iron systems in older Lake County homes and can repair, partially replace or fully repipe depending on the condition.