Best Frozen Pipes Pros in Fox Lake
#1Strong Hire
Lakeside Plumbing, Inc.
4.9Frozen Pipes: 97/100
“caught legitimate issues that have altered how we want to do things”
#2Conditional Hire
Lake Cook Plumbing Heating and Cooling
4.3Frozen Pipes: 93/100
“They don't stand behind their work”
#3Strong Hire
Maximum Plumbing inc.
4.9Frozen Pipes: 93/100
“Skilled and honest plumbers are hard to come by”
All Frozen Pipes Pros in Fox Lake
Lakeside Plumbing, Inc.
4.9·117 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Emergency responsiveness: arrived immediately at 6:30am for…
Exceptional pricing: one reviewer paid 8x less than another…
Proactive diagnostics: identified code violations (water…
Staff consistency: all 5 reviews specifically praise individual…
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Lake Cook Plumbing Heating and Cooling
4.3·324 reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.3Google
Strengths
30-minute response confirmed for hot-water-heater installs
Owner Jim Barrett personally calls homeowners on complex jobs to…
Tech Louie ('over 20 years in the business') and Casey earn…
Concerns
Six 1-star reviews in this sample specifically cite pricing…
Quote-vs-warranty issue on at least one repeat job
One reviewer reports basement flooding 90 days after Lake Cook…
Maximum Plumbing inc.
4.9·106 reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Owner (Max) personally returns calls within an hour, including…
Same-day dispatch repeatedly cited (within 20 minutes for one…
Multiple reviewers note final charge came in under the original…
BBB A+ accredited, 11 years in business
Concerns
One 1-star review alleges a sump pump installed without proper…
Ravinia Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Electric
4.9·3.3k reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Emergency availability with rapid response: 3 of 5 reviewers…
Thorough workmanship and attention to detail: 4 of 5 reviewers…
Clear communication and transparency: Technicians explain issues…
Accurate upfront estimates: Technician provided estimate that…
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Urban Plumbing Inc.
5·297 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
Nick personally takes calls and shows up next-day on water heater…
Reviewers explicitly call out 'no hassling, no upselling'
BBB A+ accredited with zero complaints in 10 years
Major sewer main and gas leak jobs handled with detailed…
Concerns
One Yelp 1-star describes a hose-bib repair that kept dripping…
Ford Plumbing
4.4·56 reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.4Google
Strengths
Multiple 20-plus year repeat customers cite fair pricing and…
Same-day emergency response confirmed including a 4th of July…
Strong on water heater, sump pump, and ejector pump installs with…
Concerns
Pattern of communication breakdowns
Reckless-driving complaint involving a company van reported by…
One reviewer alleges shoddy work caused thousands in damage with…
Smart Home Plumbing Inc
5·26 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Sump-pump emergency response: arrived 30 min after an 8:15 PM…
Reasonable pricing called out by 5 reviewers citing…
Proactive fixes: tech (Yaro) replaced a leaking valve unprompted…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Tidy Tank Plumbing, Sewer, and Septic
4.9·1.1k reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Septic emergency calls accommodated after-hours
Sump pump call answered within 45 minutes;
Septic techs document work with photos on the invoice and explain…
Concerns
One 2025 reviewer paid the $129 service fee but the quoted $600+…
A 2020 Yelp reviewer reports a scheduled, confirmed septic repair…
Repeat-pump complaint: 2020 review says system was pumped months…
Plumbing-side pricing flagged as steep
ASAP Plumbing
4.9·437 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
25 of 90 analyzed reviews cite fast response
Burst-pipe emergency call handled same-day
Water heater replacements (11 mentions) and gas-line work are…
Concerns
One customer was charged $877 for a drain fix that turned out to…
Pricing complaints are surfacing
Scheduling and job-completion timing have slipped
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·2.1k reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Techs explain the work step-by-step before and after
Showed up on time when two other plumbers no-showed on a flooding…
Multi-tech crews handle larger jobs end-to-end
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Black Diamond Plumbing & Mechanical Inc.
4.9·6.6k reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Reviewers describe technicians arriving on time and explaining…
Repeat customer since 2019 reports up-front pricing with no…
Multiple reviewers describe technicians as patient and willing to…
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Ex-Stink Plumbing & Sewer
4.9·657 reviews·
In Fox LakeGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.9Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Northern Lakes Plumbing and Sewer
5·131 reviews·
In Fox LakeGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid5.0Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Family Rooter Plumbing and Sewer IL
4.8·144 reviews·
In Fox LakeGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.8Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
K.B.I Sewer & Drainage
4.8·113 reviews·
In Fox LakeGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.8Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Common Frozen Pipes Scenarios
DON'T Use Open Flames
Never use a torch, candle, or space heater directly on pipes. Use a hair dryer, heat lamp, or wrap pipes in hot towels. Open flame near pipes risks fire and can cause them to burst.
Open the Faucet
Open the faucet connected to the frozen pipe. Running water (even a trickle) helps melt ice from the inside and relieves pressure that causes bursts.
Apply Heat Slowly
Start heating from the faucet end and work toward the frozen section. This allows water to flow out as ice melts, reducing pressure.
Know When to Call a Pro
If you can't locate the frozen section, the pipe is inside a wall, or you suspect it has already burst, call a plumber immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my pipes are frozen?
Signs of frozen pipes: no water comes out when you turn on a faucet, only a trickle, frost visible on exposed pipes, or unusual odors from drains (a frozen line can cause waste backup). In Fox Lake, pipes in exterior walls, unheated basements, and crawl spaces freeze first.
Will frozen pipes always burst?
No — but the risk is high. When water freezes, it expands and creates pressure between the ice blockage and the faucet. If that pressure has nowhere to go, the pipe bursts. Quick thawing reduces the risk. Copper and galvanized pipes are more vulnerable than PEX.
How much does frozen pipe repair cost in Fox Lake?
Thawing a frozen pipe without damage: $100-$300. If the pipe has burst: $200-$1,000 for the pipe repair plus water damage costs. Prevention (insulation, heat tape) costs $50-$200 per pipe run — much cheaper than repair.
How do I prevent frozen pipes in Fox Lake?
In Fox Lake winters: insulate pipes in unheated areas, leave faucets dripping during extreme cold, keep cabinet doors open under sinks on exterior walls, maintain heat at 55°F+ even when away, and disconnect garden hoses before the first freeze.
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