Lance's Plumbing Sterling IL

Business Overview

Lance's Plumbing Sterling IL is a family-owned plumbing company serving homes and small businesses in the Sauk Valley area since 2000. The crew is a small team of licensed, bonded, and insured plumbers who handle routine maintenance and emergency repairs. They provide residential and light commercial work, and offer emergency service when pipes freeze or water heaters fail in Illinois winters.

Key Services

The company handles a wide range of plumbing needs. Work is done with practical tools like sewer machines and a mini excavator for outdoor digs.

• Water heater installation and repair (tank and tankless)
• Hot water recirculation pump installation and repair
• Toilet, bathtub, and shower installation
• Plumbing repair, replacement, and new construction plumbing
• Camera inspections, sump pumps, and in-floor heating
• Well services: chlorination and pump replacement

Areas Served

Local roots mean service across many nearby towns. Typical service area includes:

• Dixon, Sterling, Coloma, Blackhawk, Rock Falls
• Oregon Nashua, Mercer, Montmorency, Amboy, Burgess
• Polo, Cambridge, Prophetstown, Rock Creek Lima, Orion
• Preemption, Mount Carroll, May, Thomson, Walnut
• Park View IA, Lancaster WI, Jamestown WI

Company History

Lance and Melissa Hartzell started the business in 2000. What began as a two-person operation grew into a trusted local team. Over 25 years the company took on more remodels, well work, and light commercial jobs. Customers in the river towns and farms of the region vote them Sauk Valley’s favorite plumber eight years running.

Leadership

Lance and Melissa lead day-to-day work. Lance brings more than 25 years of hands-on plumbing experience. Melissa manages operations and customer care. The owners stay active in the local Chamber of Commerce and keep a visible presence in the community.

Specialties & Highlights

• Repairs and installs water heaters from AO Smith and Rinnai tankless models.
• Camera inspections that identify sewer line problems without major digging.
• Well services, water softener sales and service, and RO systems for homes on private wells.
• Free estimates and licensed, bonded, and insured work for peace of mind.

Why Locals Choose Lance's Plumbing

Locals pick Lance's Plumbing Sterling IL for steady work and a hands-on approach. The team fixes common winter problems like frozen pipes and failing heaters quickly. They know older homes with basements and the needs of farm properties nearby. The business keeps service simple: clear estimates, licensed technicians, and practical solutions that fit local homes.

Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4:00 PM. For urgent issues, customers can request emergency help outside those hours.