Alan Tinker Plumbing & Rodding Des Plaines IL

Business Overview

Alan Tinker Plumbing & Rodding Des Plaines IL is a family-owned plumbing contractor serving Des Plaines and the wider Chicagoland area. The company offers residential and light-commercial services with emergency response on many call types. The team is a small crew of licensed plumbers led by the Tinker family, working weekdays and limited Saturdays (Mon–Fri 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM–2:00 PM).

Key Services

Work centers on practical repairs, installations, and routine inspections. Core services include:

• Drain repair and sewer repair; sewer installation for older properties
• Water heater installation and water heater repair
• Hot water recirculation pump installation and repair
• Toilet repair, faucet repair, and general plumbing repair
• Plumbing inspection, plumbing installation or replacement
• Water pipe installation and water pipe repair

Service Types

Alan Tinker handles one-off repairs, seasonal maintenance, and full replacements. Jobs range from simple faucet fixes in bungalows to water heater and sewer work for North Shore two-flats and newer suburban homes.

Areas Served

The company covers Des Plaines and many surrounding communities across the North Shore and northwest suburbs. Typical service area includes:

• Maine, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Des Plaines, New Trier, Mount Prospect
• Glenview, Buffalo Grove, Wheeling, Park Ridge, Northbrook, Northfield
• Highland Park, Wilmette, Winnetka, Kenilworth, Glencoe, Riverwoods
• Rolling Meadows, Morton Grove, Niles, Skokie area towns and several others

Clients in older lakefront and North Shore neighborhoods find the team's experience with aging pipework especially useful during cold Chicago winters when freeze-related problems are common.

Company History

Alan Tinker Plumbing & Rodding started as a small father-and-son outfit on the North Shore more than 45 years ago. Work began on neighborhood repairs and expanded into sewer and water heater services as demand grew. Over the decades the business maintained steady local ties while adding licensing and training for newer regulations and equipment.

Leadership

Owners Alan Tinker, Sr. and Alan Tinker, Jr. are both licensed plumbers. Their hands-on approach keeps projects practical and focused. The family is active in local trade circles and has long-standing relationships with suppliers and municipal inspectors across Des Plaines and nearby towns.

Specialties & Highlights

• Family-run shop with multi-decade North Shore experience
• Skilled in sewer installation and repair for older homes
• Water heater and hot water recirculation pump work for comfort in cold months
• On-site plumbing inspections and clear, plain explanations of needed repairs

Why Locals Choose Alan Tinker Plumbing & Rodding Des Plaines IL

Neighbors pick this company for steady service, practical advice, and long-term presence in the area. The Tinkers combine trade experience with local knowledge of winter issues, older plumbing systems, and permit processes. That track record makes them a go-to resource for many homes and small businesses across Des Plaines and nearby suburbs.

If a drain, water heater, or sewer issue appears, local residents can expect a clear estimate, licensed technicians, and a focus on repairs that fit the neighborhood housing stock.