John's Plumbing — Chicago IL

Business Overview

John's Plumbing Chicago IL is a licensed plumbing contractor serving the Chicagoland area since 1981. The company operates around the clock for emergency repairs and routine work. They staff approximately 50 licensed plumbers, many of whom are Local 130 union members. Work spans commercial properties, hospitals, and residential high-rises.

Emergency service is available 24/7. Technicians respond to burst pipes, sewer backups, and urgent riser failures. For high-rise buildings that need quick, reliable attention, the team keeps spare parts and equipment ready.

Key Services

Services are organized to fit large construction projects and day-to-day building maintenance.

• Plumbing inspection — scheduled inspections for high-rises and commercial systems.
• Backflow testing and certification for building compliance.
• Riser replacement, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Emergency plumbing repairs — available 24 hours a day.
• Design and permit drawings to support remodels and new construction.

Areas Served

The primary service area is Chicago IL and the greater Chicagoland region. They commonly work in downtown Loop high-rises, Near North and Near South Side towers, South Loop hospitals, and North Side residential high-rises. Suburban projects are handled as needed across Cook County.

Company History

Johns Plumbing, Inc. began as a family-owned shop and has grown steadily since 1981. The company expanded with downtown construction in the 1990s and added full-time union plumbers to handle large tenant fit-outs and building conversions.

Growth came through steady referrals and repeat work from property managers. Over the years the firm added backflow testing and permit drawing services to support clients who need both field work and documentation.

Leadership

Leadership remains local and family-focused. Senior managers live and work in Chicago neighborhoods and keep regular contact with building owners and trades partners. The company employs union plumbers, which ties it to the local workforce development and the Local 130 community.

Management participates in local trade meetings and coordinates with city permitting offices when drawing plans or applying for inspections.

Specialties & Highlights

• Specializing in high-rise tenant work in downtown Chicago — experienced with tight timelines and security protocols.
• Union-trained technicians (Local 130) with experience on hospital and commercial systems.
• On-call emergency crews available 24/7 for riser and sewer failures.
• In-house design and permit drawings to streamline remodel and construction workflows.

Why Locals Choose John's Plumbing

Residents and building managers in Chicago turn to John's Plumbing Chicago IL for consistent, practical plumbing work. The firm’s long presence in the city and focus on serviceable solutions make it a common choice for high-rise projects and emergency response.

The team balances field experience with permit-ready documentation. That mix makes scheduling, inspections, and repairs more straightforward for property owners across the city.

For routine inspections, backflow testing, or urgent repairs in Chicago, John's Plumbing Chicago IL provides a local crew with deep experience in the unique demands of Chicago buildings and weather.