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Plumber in Sugar Grove, IL

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4.8 from 53Google reviews

Plumber in Sugar Grove, IL

24 years in the trade, licensed technicians, and a 4.8-star record across 53 Google reviews.

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Sugar Grove's Local Plumber and HVAC Pro

Leto Plumbing & Heating, Inc. is a licensed plumber serving Sugar Grove, IL, from burst pipes and drain clogs to water heater replacement and furnace repair. Richard Leto founded the company in 2002 and still runs it, with 4.8 stars across 53 Google reviews. Call (815) 609-3150 any time.

Sugar Grove is in Kane County, and much of its housing went up in the 2000s. Many are past 20 years on original fixtures, water heaters and supply valves, and the groundwater is hard.

What We Fix in Sugar Grove Homes

Pipe Repairs

Kane County winters freeze pipes in exterior walls and crawl spaces. We thaw safely and open as little wall as possible.

Brass valve and pressure gauge on copper pipe

Water Heater Service

Hot water heater maintenance, tank replacement and tankless installs. Hard water cuts tank life.

Tank water heater in a basement

Drain Cleaning

We clear kitchen, bath and basement floor drains and tell you the cause.

Basement utility sink and shop vacuum

Toilet Repair and Replacement

Fill valves, flappers and wax rings, or a new toilet when repair isn't the honest answer.

Sump Pump Service

Sandy, permeable soil sends water to foundations fast in spring rain and snowmelt. See our sump pump page.

Outdoor Spigot and Valve Work

Freeze-damaged hose bibs are a top spring call. Outdoor spigot replacement and water valve replacement take one visit.

Local Code

Permits and Inspections for Sugar Grove Plumbing Work

The Village of Sugar Grove's Building Division issues plumbing permits and enforces the 2014 State of Illinois Plumbing Code. Inspections run Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8 to 10 a.m., scheduled by email by 3:30 p.m. the day before. Plumbers must submit State of Illinois Contractor Registration and a valid Illinois or City of Chicago Plumbing License, and licensed plumbers get a fee and bond waiver. We coordinate permits on jobs that need them so the project doesn't stall.

Hard Water

Sugar Grove Water Quality and Your Plumbing

Sugar Grove's water comes from community wells, and it is hard. Even the low end scales water heaters, aerators and valves. One source flagged copper in the tap water, and older copper piping corrodes faster than rated under mineral-heavy water. If your water heater is over eight years old and never flushed, sediment is costing you efficiency. Water heater maintenance is cheaper than an early replacement.
Copper and brass fittings on top of a water heater

Heating and HVAC Service for Sugar Grove

Furnace Repair

A January no-heat call gets fixed the same day, without a replacement pitch.

Heating System Installation

At end of life, full heating system installation sized to your home and budget.

Heating System Maintenance

Heating system maintenance catches failing igniters and dirty filters before February.

Straight from Google

What Sugar Grove Homeowners Say

4.853 verified Google reviews
Chris gave us EXCELLENT service! Focused on the plumbing issue and walked us thru what all he did! Polite and answered all of our questions!
Kathy WendellSep 2026 · Google
Written on behalf of my mom Annie: I am very satisfied with Chris Leto's service. He addressed the issue quickly and professionally. Charged a fair price.
Alvin KFeb 2026 · Google
In February of 2026 I used Leto Plumbing & Heating on two occasions. First for an emergency after hours weekend call when my sump pump line was frozen during our recent sub-zero weather. The second was a routine maintenance call to flush my hot water heaters. Both times the individuals that came out were pros who were friendly, knowledgeable and got the job done right the first time. Would highly recommend!
Craig LattoFeb 2026 · Google
Spectacular service! On time ✔️ Fast troubleshooting ✔️ Explained the problem clearly ✔️ Fixed repair in less than an hour ✔️ Fur babies approved ✔️ Good human being ✔️ Father son family owned ✔️ My go to for all HVAC problems ✔️
DeAnn CarringtonJan 2026 · Google
Leto Plumbing is #1 for Plumbing Services! Chris did a great job fixing our problem. They are prompt, courtesy and fair priced!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Dave BernholdtMay 2026 · Google
Open clock under sink. Very professional service. Good result. Reasonable price.
Simon SongFeb 2026 · Google
Leto Plumbing has been servicing the plumbing and HVAC in our homes for many years. Rick and Chris, father and son, are amazing in every way. They are reliable, neat, courteous, and knowledgeable in all areas of plumbing and HVAC. They go out of their way to rush out to our home for needed repairs and new work. They may not be “cheap”, but you can rest easy that their work is top quality and will give you peace of mind. TFK St. Charles
Ted KawczynskiFeb 2026 · Google
Very happy with the service received by Leto plumbing. Starting with phone call made, very nice and was able to get us scheduled next day. Chris, technician, was earlier than originally expected (which was great), he explained everything, was very courteous and timely. Extremely happy with service provided and will be calling Leto for any future needs.
Christy MundyDec 2025 · Google
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Plumbing and HVAC problems don't wait for business hours. Neither do we.

  • ★ 4.8 on Google
  • BBB A+
  • Licensed & insured

Frequently asked questions

Sugar Grove's water is very hard. How does that affect my water heater?
Sediment collects in the tank and insulates the heating element from the water, so the unit runs longer. With hard well water it happens faster here. A tank over seven or eight years old that's never been flushed already has that layer. A flush extends its life; when it's too far gone, we handle water heater replacement.
What should I do if a pipe freezes during a Kane County cold snap?
Never use an open flame. A hair dryer or heat gun on low is safer. If you can't find the freeze or the pipe has split, shut off the main and call (815) 609-3150. Exterior walls and unheated crawl spaces are the usual spots.
How do I know if my water heater needs repair or full replacement?
Most tanks last 8 to 12 years, and Sugar Grove's hard water pushes toward the short end. Rust-colored water, rumbling or popping, tank corrosion or pooling water point to replacement. A unit under seven years old with one failed part is usually worth repairing.

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