From our home base in Lake in the Hills, we regularly cover Union, IL. Ludwig Family Plumbing is a family-owned, licensed team that has served Union and the rest of McHenry County since 2016 — and when you call, you reach the same local plumbers who show up at your door, not a national dispatch center.
Whether it's a middle-of-the-night emergency or a planned upgrade, Union homeowners get honest advice, upfront pricing, and work that's done right the first time.
Plumbing Challenges in Union
Small rural village on wells with pressure and treatment needs. Because a good share of Union runs on private wells, we spend as much time on pumps, pressure tanks, and iron-and-sulfur treatment as we do on standard repairs.
Little Union runs almost entirely on wells, so most of our calls here start with pressure or water-quality complaints that trace back to a pump, tank, or treatment issue.
We know the area well — from the Illinois Railway Museum, Donley's area, and the surrounding farms — and we tailor every recommendation to the way homes are built and the way water behaves in Union.
Plumbing Services We Offer in Union
We handle the full range of home plumbing in Union, including:
Well Pump & Water Treatment
On a private well? We service pumps, pressure tanks, and treatment — no city water needed.
Sump Pump Install & Repair
Keep your basement dry with a properly sized pump and battery backup for storm season.
Water Heater Repair & Install
No hot water? We repair and install tank & tankless water heaters, usually same-day.
We also provide drain cleaning, water softener & treatment, leak detection, repiping & water service line, 24/7 emergency plumber, frozen & burst pipe repair, sewer line repair & backup, ejector pump repair & install, emergency water cleanup, gas line services, commercial plumbing, faucet & fixture install, and full 24/7 emergency plumbing throughout Union.
The Plumbing Jobs We Do Most in Union
Over the years, a clear pattern has emerged in what Union homeowners actually call us for. Many Union homes run on private wells, so pump repairs, pressure-tank swaps, and iron-and-sulfur treatment fill the schedule; Union well water often carries iron, sulfur, and sediment, so we build treatment that clears all three; sub-zero stretches split exposed Union pipes, so frozen-line thawing, burst-pipe repair, and winter prevention come with the season.
No matter which of these it is, the method is the same: find the actual cause first, quote it honestly in writing, and stand behind the fix — because the goal in Union is to solve it once, not to keep coming back.
Seasonal Plumbing in Union
Cold is the defining factor for Union plumbing. A hard freeze finds every unheated basement, garage, and crawlspace run, and a hose left connected can split the pipe behind the wall. The homes that come through fine aren't lucky — they insulated the vulnerable lines, disconnected the hoses, and knew where the shutoff was before January arrived. We help you get there.
Why Union Residents Choose Ludwig Family Plumbing
Union residents choose Ludwig Family Plumbing because we're local, licensed, and straight with them. We've served McHenry County since 2016, we know the Illinois Railway Museum and what it takes to keep a private well running, and we back every job with upfront written pricing, a satisfaction guarantee, and 68 five-star reviews from neighbors across the area.
Family-Owned & Local
A family name you can trust, serving McHenry County since 2016. You reach us, not a call center.
24/7 Emergency Service
Burst pipe or backup at 2 a.m.? We answer around the clock, every day of the year.
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
Fully licensed Illinois plumbers — your home and your investment are protected.
68 Five-Star Reviews
Neighbors across McHenry County rate us 4.9 stars for honest, quality work.
Nearby Areas We Serve
Union is one of 66+ communities we cover across McHenry County and the surrounding region. We also serve nearby:
Union Plumbing FAQs
Yes. We provide 24/7 emergency plumbing throughout Union and McHenry County — burst pipes, backups, no water, and failed water heaters. Call (831) 290-4327 any time and we'll help you stabilize the situation and get a plumber out fast.
We serve Union regularly from Lake in the Hills and aim for same-day service whenever possible, with priority for true emergencies. You'll get a realistic arrival window when you call.
We do. Many Union homes are on private wells, and we handle well pump repair and replacement, pressure tanks, and water treatment for iron, sulfur, and hardness — diagnosing the whole system rather than guessing at one part.
We diagnose the problem first and give you a written price basis before any non-emergency work expands, so you know the cost before we start. The honest number depends on the job — access, parts, urgency, permits, and the diagnosis itself — and we never spring a surprise invoice on a Union home.
Insulate exposed and exterior-wall pipes, seal drafts near them, disconnect and drain outdoor hoses before the freeze, and on sub-zero nights let a faucet drip to relieve pressure. If the same Union pipe freezes every winter, we can reroute or better insulate that run so it stops for good.
Call Your Local Union Plumber
Ludwig Family Plumbing · 3 Wright Ct, Lake in the Hills, IL 60156