Maximum Plumbing, Inc.
Trusted Local Plumbers Vernon Hills, IL area
Licensed Plumber Vernon Hills IL Emergency, Drain & Plumbing Services
Need a licensed plumber in Vernon Hills, IL? Maximum Plumbing, Inc. provides 24/7 emergency help and scheduled residential and commercial plumbing throughout the village. Call us for water heater repair and installation, sump pump and battery backup service, drain cleaning, sewer rodding, and hydro jetting, leak and pipe repair, toilet, sink, and faucet service, garbage disposal replacement, and RPZ backflow testing. We serve houses, townhomes, condos, multi-unit properties, and businesses near Deerpath, New Century Town, Milwaukee Avenue, Townline Road, Hawthorn Mall, Mellody Farm, and Corporate Woods.
Vernon Hills Plumbing Services
Plumbing & Leak Repairs
Pipes, leaks, shutoff valves, toilets, faucets, fixtures, and emergency plumbing.
Water Heater Services
Tank and tankless water heater diagnosis, repair, replacement, and installation.
Sump Pump Protection
Primary pumps, battery backups, float switches, check valves, and discharge piping.
Drain & Sewer Service
Clogged drains, main-line rodding, hydro jetting, and sewer backup service.
Toilets, Sinks & Faucets
Toilet repair, faucet replacement, sink plumbing, and fixture installation.
Garbage Disposals
Jammed disposal service, leak troubleshooting, replacement, and installation.
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Illinois Plumbing License #055-044021
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24/7 Emergency Plumber | Burst Pipes | Active Leaks | Vernon Hills, IL
Emergency Plumbing Response in Vernon Hills, IL
Maximum Plumbing answers emergency plumbing calls in Vernon Hills 24 hours a day. Call when a burst or frozen pipe, leaking water heater, failed sump pump, sewer backup, overflowing toilet, broken shutoff valve, or sudden drain failure threatens the property or prevents normal use. We provide urgent help for houses, townhomes, condos, multi-unit buildings, restaurants, offices, and other commercial spaces.
If it is safe, close the nearest fixture valve or the main water shutoff while help is on the way. Keep people and pets away from wastewater and standing water near electrical equipment. Our plumber will isolate the affected system, determine whether the failure is local or connected to a larger problem, and explain the proposed repair before approved work begins.
- Burst pipe, frozen line, active leak, failed supply connection, and broken shutoff repair.
- Urgent water heater help for a leaking tank, hot-water loss, or unsafe connection.
- Sewer backup, overflowing toilet, blocked main line, and emergency drain service.
- Sump pump failure and battery backup concerns during heavy rain or a power outage.
Is the Problem Inside the Property or in the Utility System?
One failed fixture usually points to an issue within that fixture or branch line. A sudden whole-building loss of water, neighborhood pressure problem, or backup affecting several properties may involve the public system. Lake County Public Works provides water and sanitary sewer service to much of Vernon Hills, but service arrangements can vary by address. If you are a Lake County customer, report a possible water-main or public sewer issue to the utility; call Maximum Plumbing for interior piping, fixtures, equipment, building drains, and private plumbing problems.
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Warning Signs That Should Not Be Ignored
Water Is Actively Spreading
A failed pipe, valve, connector, appliance line, or water heater can damage walls, floors, and belongings quickly.
Several Fixtures Back Up
Gurgling toilets, floor-drain water, and multiple slow fixtures can indicate a main drain or sewer restriction.
The Sump Pit Keeps Rising
A silent pump, stuck float, blocked discharge, power loss, or overwhelmed system can put the basement at risk.
The Water Heater Leaks
Water around the tank, relief discharge, corrosion, or combustion concerns require prompt professional attention.
Lake Michigan Water | Tank & Tankless Systems | Vernon Hills
Water Heater Service for Vernon Hills Properties
Lake County Public Works describes its Vernon Hills distribution system as 118 miles of water main with six storage reservoirs, supplying treated Lake Michigan water purchased from the Central Lake County Joint Action Water Agency. That public supply context matters, but water source alone does not explain every hot-water complaint. The age and condition of the tank, controls, burner or elements, venting, expansion control, demand, and building connections all affect performance.
Our Vernon Hills water heater service covers no hot water, slow recovery, fluctuating temperature, leaking tanks, pilot or ignition trouble, unusual noises, discolored water, failed valves, pressure concerns, and aging equipment. We diagnose gas and electric tank systems, tankless units, expansion tanks, shutoffs, supply connections, temperature-and-pressure relief components, and related venting.
- Water heater troubleshooting and repair for leaks, performance problems, and hot-water loss.
- Tank water heater replacement with proper sizing, venting, expansion control, and connections.
- Tankless water heater repair, replacement, installation, and performance troubleshooting.
Sump Pumps | Battery Backups | Ejector Pumps | Basement Protection
Sump Pump and Backup Protection Before the Next Storm
Do not wait for heavy rain to investigate a sump pump that hums, short cycles, runs continuously, trips a breaker, or leaves water rising in the pit. Maximum Plumbing repairs and installs sump pumps and battery backup systems, along with float switches, check valves, discharge piping, and ejector pumps for Vernon Hills homes, townhomes, associations, and commercial properties.
Reliable protection depends on the entire system. The float needs unobstructed travel, the check valve must prevent water from returning, the discharge route must remain open, and the pump needs enough capacity for the pit and inflow. A battery backup provides another layer of protection if power fails or the primary pump cannot operate.
- Primary sump pump repair and replacement for noisy, weak, stuck, or failed equipment.
- Battery backup installation for storms, outages, and primary-pump failure.
- Float switch, check valve, pit, discharge pipe, and ejector pump troubleshooting.
Local Plumbing Reviews Near Vernon Hills IL
What Vernon Hills Customers Say About Maximum Plumbing
Maximum Plumbing, Inc. in Vernon Hills is rated 4.9 out of 5 based on 115 local reviews
ELIZABETH GOLDBERG
Kitchen/ Bathroom Plumbing in Buffalo Grove, IL
Lucas come out today and was able to fix some our plumbing issues in the basement and install a new faucet for one of the bathrooms. He was quick, efficient and very nice even to our cat!!! Would highly recommend him!!!
Vladimir
Kitchen/ Bathroom Plumbing in Lake Zurich, IL
Excellent job and very friendly.
Susan Yoo
Drain Cleaning Service in Lake Zurich, IL
Found this company through my neighborhood FB group. So many people recommended Maximum and no wonder why! Our kitchen sink was clogged and water was backing up through the sink and dishwasher so I needed someone to come ASAP. They picked up the phone and laid out what will/might be done and the price. They didn’t try to “add” any extra procedure. The person that came went above and beyond.. after he unclogged everything, he checked other places just to make sure and gave us tips and advice. Truly appreciate their service from customer service to the actual person who came over! Highly highly recommend!!!!
Carrie Bernstein
Plumbing Services in Lake Zurich, IL
Great experience today - I texted Maxim the night before and he came over the next day (on a Saturday) and showed up even earlier than expected, and he texted when he was on the way over. We were desperately in need of a replacement spigot for front patio that had been leaking for many months. He fixed it in 20 minutes. Cost came in even less than what he had roughly quoted over text. Will definitely be using again in the future and referring to friends and family!
Becky Kosh
Plumbing Services in Lake Zurich, IL
Very professional. Always responds quickly, does excellent work . Would highly recommend Maximum Plumbing.
V Gatdula
Kitchen/ Bathroom Plumbing in Lake Zurich, IL
Honest, friendly, reliable. Installed two toilets, fixed my leaking shower, and came to the rescue when I needed a new water heater. OVERALL OUTSTANDING SERVICE. THANK YOU MAX !
Matthew Dragon
Plumbing Services in Lake Zurich, IL
Had 3 issues appear late one night, so I browsed for a local plumber. Maxim responded right away and was at my home the next morning. My leaking toilets had bad hardware, my leaking shower had a bad hose, and my upstairs bathroom wasn't getting hot water. In a brief 20 minute visit, Maxim identified the issues as minor (outdated hardware, temp setting was wrong, broken hose) and was back (and literally right on the time he said he'd be there) the next morning with all the exact replacement parts. Fair pricing and well done work. Maximum plumbing is now my only plumber, period.
Rick Rodgers
Plumbing Services in Lake Zurich, IL
I used Maximum's service today for the first time. Max was prompt and courteous. He completed the repair in a timely fashion at a very fair price. Max comes across as an honest man. I highly recommend.
Kelly
Plumbing Services in Lake Zurich, IL
Excellent work. Was going to leave a positive review even if we ended up not hiring Max - he gave me advice over the phone and directed me to look into something else first to make sure it was a plumbing issue. Once hired, he was extremely efficient and quick. Thanks Max!
Paul Plo
Plumbing Services in Lake Zurich, IL
We recently remodeled our kitchen and bathrooms. Fairly large scale project with multiple challenges. First I have to say a big thank you to Max. He is professional, reliable, and provides excellent communication (something that is extremely important in any construction project) throughout the project. It has been a great pleasure working with Max, because I knew he always did an extra mile for me. I am a military veteran and my expectation in regards to time management, thinking outside the box, and reliability are very high. Max didn’t just meet my expectation, but exceeded them.
Steven Soszko
Plumbing Services in Lake Zurich, IL
Wow! Max was so wonderful and completely saved us from an even bigger issue! He is nothing but kind, professional, honest, and hard working. We WILL be calling Max for ALL of our plumbing needs in the future! We HIGHLY recommend him.
Mathew Joseph
Water Leak Repair in Lake Zurich, IL
Had an emergency water leak at my mom's house the day after an intense polar vortex. A pipe burst inside a wall on her first level and was quickly flooding her home. I managed to turn off the water and isolate the leak. I called 10 different plumbers and the earliest I could get was 4 days away. I got in contact with Max and he was able to squeeze me into his busy schedule for the day. I sent him pictures of the repair and he was able to stop by and get the repair done quickly. He could've done a quick fix to get her by but chose to "fix it right". He also added a valve to the line so that we can shut off the water every winter (for an outdoor spigot). Thank you Max for your hard and honest work!
Scott Mason
Water Leak Repair in Lake Zurich, IL
Had a leak in the toilet above our garage, max came out and replaced the seal very quickly and efficiently.
Kevin Collins
Plumbing Services in Lake Zurich, IL
Max has helped us with several plumbing issues. He's quick and very honest. He was able to save me thousands because he was honest and not trying to up sell. I had several companies come out to look at my water heater and they all tried to sell me a new one. He came out and replaced the gas valve for a fraction of the price. He's also fixed our sump pump and was again way below market. He's quick to respond and always willing to work around your schedule! It's refreshing to have someone you can trust for an honest opinion and I can finally say "I got a guy" when it comes to a plumber! I would recommend him hands down!!
Atul Anand
Water Leak Repair in Lake Zurich, IL
He is a gem. No nonsense to the point approach to get stuff done, whatever it takes. Helped us with fixing a leak that has been bothering us for a while. Its very rare to find someone match exactly how the google reviews describe him.. A keeper for sure.
Alex Baru
Water Heater Service in Lake Zurich, IL
My old water heater developed a leak and needed replacement. Maxim walked me through the replacement options and made a recommendation for the size and brand for a new unit. His pricing was the best out of the quotes I got and he was at my house with a new water heater within a couple hours. The installation was flawless and I could tell the quality of workmanship was top notch (I'm a "handy man" and can tell if someone is doing his job properly). After the installation was completed he even neatly cleaned up the area. Maxim is my go to plumber going forward!
Clogged Drains | Main Lines | Sewer Backups | Vernon Hills, IL
Drain and Sewer Service With the Right First Step
One slow sink may be a localized blockage. Several slow fixtures, a gurgling toilet, sewer odor, or water rising from a floor drain can indicate a main-line restriction. Maximum Plumbing provides drain cleaning, sewer and main-line rodding, and hydro jetting for Vernon Hills homes, townhomes, restaurants, offices, shops, and multi-unit properties.
Rodding opens roots, paper, scale, and solid obstructions with a cable and suitable cutting head. Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to scour grease, sludge, and recurring buildup from the inside of the pipe. We consider the symptoms, access, pipe material, line condition, and history of the problem before recommending a method.
Drain & Sewer Lines We Service
- Kitchen, bathroom, tub, shower, laundry, utility sink, and floor drains.
- Main sewer lines, private service lines, cleanouts, and recurring whole-building backups.
- Restaurant, commercial kitchen, restroom, floor, and high-use building drains.
When Should You Report a Sewer Backup to Lake County?
Lake County Public Works’ South Central sanitary sewer system serves Vernon Hills and parts of nearby communities. If your address is within that service area and several fixtures or a floor drain are backing up, stop using water and report the backup or sewer odor so the utility can determine whether the public system is involved. If the restriction is within the building drain or private service line, call Maximum Plumbing for diagnosis and clearing. Avoid direct contact with wastewater and treat an active backup as urgent.
Drain & Sewer Service
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Toilets | Faucets | Sinks | Garbage Disposals
Fixture Repairs for Kitchens, Bathrooms and Utility Areas
A toilet that runs, rocks, clogs repeatedly, or leaks at the base wastes water and can damage the surrounding floor. A faucet may drip, lose pressure, or refuse to shut off; a garbage disposal can hum, jam, leak, or stop turning. Maximum Plumbing repairs and replaces toilets, sinks, faucets, and related fixtures throughout Vernon Hills.
We also work on utility sinks, laundry connections, tub and shower valves, traps, supply lines, angle stops, fixture drains, and garbage disposals. If low pressure, a blocked branch drain, failed shutoff, worn piping, or an installation issue is contributing to the symptom, we explain that connection before recommending the repair.
- Toilet repair, replacement, wax ring service, flange repair, and running-toilet fixes.
- Faucet replacement, sink plumbing, shower valves, shutoffs, traps, and fixture connections.
- Garbage disposal replacement, jammed-unit troubleshooting, leaks, and kitchen drain service.
Houses | Townhomes | Condos | Multi-Unit Properties
Plumbing for Vernon Hills Homes, Townhomes and Condos
Vernon Hills includes detached homes, townhome communities, condominium buildings, apartments, and mixed-use properties. Plumbing responsibility can change at a shared wall, common riser, association-controlled shutoff, or utility connection, so the first step is identifying which fixture, branch, stack, line, or piece of equipment is affected.
We serve properties around Deerpath, New Century Town, Grosse Pointe, Gregg’s Landing, and throughout the village. Our residential work includes leaks and pipes, toilets, faucets, sinks, garbage disposals, supply lines, shutoff valves, pressure-reducing valves, water heaters, sump pumps, battery backups, fixture drains, and main sewer lines. We work with owners, residents, associations, and property managers to clarify access and the repair scope before work begins.
- Repairs for copper, PEX, PVC, cast iron, galvanized pipe, and mixed plumbing systems.
- Diagnosis of fixture-level symptoms, shared-line concerns, pressure changes, and concealed leaks.
- Scheduled replacements and upgrades for aging equipment, valves, fixtures, and pumps.
Retail | Restaurants | Offices | Property Management
Commercial Plumbing Across Vernon Hills’ Business Districts
A plumbing failure can close a restroom, interrupt food service, inconvenience tenants, damage inventory, or stop normal building operations. Maximum Plumbing serves restaurants, stores, offices, professional spaces, multi-unit properties, property managers, and other commercial facilities around Milwaukee Avenue, Townline Road, Hawthorn Mall, Mellody Farm, Corporate Woods, Continental Executive Park, and the wider Vernon Hills business community.
Commercial work includes restroom and fixture repair, drain cleaning, sewer rodding, and hydro jetting, commercial water heater service, RPZ backflow testing, leak repair, shutoff replacement, floor and kitchen drain service, and maintenance for recurring problems. We identify the affected area and help limit disruption to occupants and operations.
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Backflow Prevention | Annual Testing | CCCDI-Certified Service
Annual RPZ Testing and Backflow Device Service
A reduced pressure zone device helps protect drinking water from contamination caused by reverse flow. Lake County Public Works requires annual testing for backflow prevention devices within its program, including devices serving lawn irrigation and fire protection systems. The property owner or manager is responsible for arranging the test, and testing must be performed by an Illinois-licensed plumber with Cross-Connection Control Device Inspector certification.
Maximum Plumbing provides RPZ backflow testing and device support for irrigation systems, commercial facilities, multi-unit properties, boiler connections, and other protected installations. We can test the device, document the result, troubleshoot leakage, explain a failed test, and discuss repair or replacement options. Requirements depend on the water provider and device, so use the notice for the property as the final guide.
RPZ Service for Irrigation and Commercial Systems
- Annual backflow prevention testing by a licensed plumber with CCCDI certification.
- Diagnosis of leaking, discharging, damaged, or failed RPZ backflow devices.
- Repair, replacement, installation guidance, and test-result documentation.
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Licensed Plumbing Service From Our Lake Zurich Location
Maximum Plumbing, Inc. operates under Illinois plumbing license #055-044021 and is licensed, bonded, and insured. We serve Vernon Hills from our Lake Zurich location; this page does not represent a separate Vernon Hills office. Homeowners, businesses, associations, and property managers call us for direct communication, careful troubleshooting, and practical options. View our complete list of residential and commercial plumbing services.
Our process is straightforward: listen to the symptoms, inspect the relevant system, explain the diagnosis, review the available options, and obtain approval before completing the selected work. We match the recommendation to the condition of the plumbing, the urgency of the problem, and the customer’s long-term goal.
- Illinois plumbing license #055-044021 for residential and commercial work.
- Licensed, bonded, and insured plumbing company.
- 24/7 calls for urgent residential and commercial problems.
- Clear explanations before approved work begins.
- Water heater, sump pump, drain, sewer, leak, and fixture service.
- Rodding and hydro jetting options based on the line condition.
- CCCDI-certified cross-connection control and RPZ testing support.
- Service for houses, shared properties, commercial spaces, and facilities.
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Permits | Repair Decisions | Practical Plumbing Diagnostics
Planning a Repair, Replacement or Permitted Plumbing Project
Does Vernon Hills Require a Plumbing Permit?
The Village Building Division states that permits are required for many projects involving plumbing changes and lists water heater replacement and sewer repair among its minor permit categories. Requirements depend on the exact work, property, and current code. Confirm the permit and inspection requirements with the Village before work begins rather than assuming that a like-for-like replacement is exempt.
Should I Repair or Replace My Water Heater?
Repair may make sense when the tank is sound and a thermostat, heating element, burner, igniter, valve, vent connection, or expansion tank has failed. Replacement is generally more practical when the tank leaks, corrosion is widespread, capacity no longer meets demand, or repeated repairs are nearing the cost of dependable new equipment. We inspect age, condition, connections, venting, and performance before making a recommendation. Learn more about water heater repair and installation.
Do I Need Sewer Rodding or Hydro Jetting?
Sewer rodding is often effective for roots, paper blockages, scale, and solid obstructions that need to be cut or broken apart. Hydro jetting is particularly useful for grease, sludge, and recurring buildup coating the pipe walls. Neither method is correct for every line; access, pipe material, condition, and the cause of the restriction should guide the choice. See our drain and sewer services for more information.
Emergency Plumbing | Water Heaters | Sump Pumps | Drains | RPZ Testing
Vernon Hills Plumbing FAQs
Yes. Maximum Plumbing answers emergency plumbing calls 24 hours a day for Vernon Hills homes and businesses. Call for burst or frozen pipes, active leaks, sewer backups, overflowing toilets, failed sump pumps, leaking water heaters, broken shutoff valves, and other urgent problems that can damage property or create a sanitation risk.
We provide residential and commercial plumbing repair, water heater service, sump pump and battery backup installation, drain cleaning, sewer and main-line rodding, hydro jetting, leak and pipe repair, toilet and faucet service, garbage disposal replacement, RPZ backflow testing, and planned plumbing maintenance.
Yes. We diagnose and service gas and electric tank water heaters, tankless water heaters, valves, expansion tanks, supply connections, temperature-and-pressure relief components, and related venting. We explain whether a practical repair or a properly sized replacement offers the better long-term value.
Lake County Public Works operates a Vernon Hills distribution system that purchases treated Lake Michigan water from the Central Lake County Joint Action Water Agency. Service arrangements can vary by address, so property owners should check their utility bill or contact the appropriate utility when a whole-building pressure or supply problem may involve the public system.
Yes. We repair and replace primary sump pumps, float switches, check valves, discharge piping, ejector pumps, and battery backup systems. A pump that runs continuously, short cycles, hums, trips a breaker, or cannot keep up during rain should be inspected before the next storm.
Yes. We clear kitchen, bathroom, laundry, floor, restaurant, commercial restroom, and main sewer lines. Recurring backups can involve roots, grease, scale, aging pipe, a damaged section, or a partial restriction, so we identify the likely cause before recommending rodding, hydro jetting, maintenance, or additional inspection.
If the property is a Lake County Public Works sewer customer and several fixtures or a floor drain are backing up, stop using water and report the backup or sewer odor to the utility so it can evaluate the public system. If the restriction is in the building drain or private service line, a licensed plumber is needed. Service responsibility can vary by address, so confirm the utility serving the property.
Sewer rodding uses a cable machine and appropriate cutting heads to open roots, paper blockages, scale, and other obstructions. Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to scour grease, sludge, and buildup from pipe walls. The correct method depends on the blockage, pipe condition, access, and whether the problem keeps returning.
Lake County Public Works requires annual testing for backflow prevention devices under its control program. The property owner or manager is responsible for arranging the test, and it must be completed by an Illinois-licensed plumber who also holds Cross-Connection Control Device Inspector certification. Requirements can depend on the water provider and installation, so verify the notice and service address.
Village irrigation permit materials require landscape irrigation systems to use an RPZ backflow preventer installed by a licensed plumber. The device protects the drinking-water system from reverse flow. Confirm the current permit, installation, winterization, and annual testing requirements for the property before work begins.
The Village indicates that permits are required for many plumbing changes and lists water heater replacement and sewer repair among its minor permit categories. The exact requirement depends on the project scope. Property owners and contractors should confirm current requirements with the Vernon Hills Building Division before work begins.
Yes. We serve restaurants, shops, offices, professional spaces, property managers, multi-unit buildings, and other commercial facilities. Services include restroom and fixture repair, commercial water heaters, drain and sewer service, leak repair, hydro jetting, RPZ testing, emergency repairs, and planned maintenance.
If it is safe, close the nearest fixture valve or the building’s main water shutoff. Move belongings away from the water, avoid electrical hazards, and call for emergency plumbing service. If water is near an electrical panel or another immediate danger, stay clear and contact the appropriate emergency service.
Yes. Maximum Plumbing, Inc. operates under Illinois plumbing license #055-044021 and serves Vernon Hills from its Lake Zurich location. This page does not represent a separate Vernon Hills office. Homeowners, businesses, associations, and property managers can request scheduled service or call 24/7 for urgent plumbing problems.
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