Wendricks-White Plumbing Waukegan IL

Business Overview

Wendricks-White Plumbing Waukegan IL is a family-owned plumbing company serving the North Shore since 1959. The business provides both residential and commercial services with licensed, insured technicians. They offer 24-hour emergency response for leaks, sewer backups, frozen pipes, and water heater failures.

Technicians handle routine maintenance and one-off repairs. The team is comfortable working in older Lake Michigan-era homes and newer suburban builds. Their approach is practical: diagnose, explain options, and complete the work with minimal disruption.

Key Services

Work is grouped by common customer needs so homeowners and business owners can find help quickly.

• Install & Remodel: bathroom remodeling, kitchen remodeling, bathtub and shower installation, faucet and toilet installation.
• Repairs & Maintenance: drain repair, drain installation, clogged toilet repair, plumbing repair, plumbing inspection.
• Water & Pump Systems: water heater installation and repair, hot water recirculation pump installation and repair, sump pump installation.
• Lines & Sewers: sewer line repair, leak detection, septic cleaning, flood control.
• General Contracting: plumbing installation or replacement and project coordination for remodels.

Areas Served

Service is available across the North Shore and nearby communities. Regular routes include:

Waukegan, Palatine, Buffalo Grove, Moraine, Fremont, West Deerfield, Mundelein, Gurnee, North Chicago, Highland Park, Grant, Vernon Hills, Zion, Grayslake, Libertyville, Lake Zurich, Lake Forest, Deerfield, Lindenhurst, Antioch, Beach Park, Gages Lake, Long Grove, Hawthorn Woods, Round Lake Park, Park City, Lincolnshire, Winthrop Harbor, Newport, Lake Bluff, Grandwood Park, Highwood, Kildeer, Green Oaks, Wadsworth, Riverwoods, Indian Creek, Bannockburn, Kenosha (WI), Pleasant Prairie (WI), Somers (WI), Bristol (WI).

Company History

The company began in 1959 as a small family shop on the North Shore. Over the decades it grew from service calls in single-family homes to projects for small businesses and multi-unit buildings. Knowledge passed between generations kept practical trade skills and a local focus.

Wendricks-White Plumbing kept steady investment in training and safety. That helps with modern water heaters, recirculation pumps, and sewer work while still serving older cast-iron systems and winter freeze protection popular in the area.

Leadership

Leadership remains local and hands-on. Family members and long-tenured technicians manage day-to-day operations and field work. Staff hold state plumbing licenses and carry insurance for both residential and commercial jobs.

The team participates in local trade groups and community events. They schedule work around school and neighborhood needs and respond quickly to storm-related or freezing emergencies common in the region.

Specialties & Highlights

• 24/7 emergency plumbing service with same-day response when possible.
• Decades of experience on North Shore homes and lakefront properties.
• Water heater and sump pump expertise, including recirculation pump work.
• Licensed, insured plumbers who document inspections and repairs.
• Combination plumbing and general contracting for remodeling projects.

Why Locals Choose Wendricks-White Plumbing Waukegan IL

Neighbors choose this company for steady experience, clear communication, and round-the-clock service. The family-run history, focus on practical repairs, and willingness to handle emergency calls make the business a familiar option for homeowners and small businesses across Waukegan and the North Shore.