From emergency repairs to full installations, Pointer Plumbing & Sewer handles it all — honestly, and at a fair rate. Below is a full list of what we offer for homeowners throughout Sycamore, DeKalb, and the surrounding area. Don't see what you need? Call us at (815) 629-3373 and we'll take care of it.

Our Services

A kitchen sink with a black faucet, a smaller black faucet, a sink with a black grate and utensil holder, a wooden cutting board, and a laundry area visible through an open cabinet door with a washing machine inside.

Leaky faucets, running toilets, low water pressure, or a pipe that's just plain given up — our general plumbing services cover the everyday repairs every Sycamore-area home eventually needs. We diagnose the real problem first, give you a clear, honest estimate, and fix it right the first time.

Plumbing

A sump pump

Sump Pump &
Ejector Pumps

A failed sump pump during an Illinois storm can mean a flooded basement fast. We install, repair, and replace sump pumps and ejector pumps throughout DeKalb County, and we can talk you through battery backup options so you're covered even if the power goes out.

Sewer pipes underground

Slow drains, recurring clogs, or sewer backups are usually a sign of a bigger issue underground. We use camera inspection to find the actual cause — tree roots, collapsed pipe, buildup — before we recommend a repair, so you're not paying to fix the wrong thing.

Sewer & Drains

Frozen pipes

Illinois winters are hard on plumbing. If a pipe has frozen or burst, we respond quickly to thaw it safely and repair any damage before it turns into a bigger problem. We can also help winterize vulnerable pipes ahead of the cold season, so this doesn't happen again.

Frozen pipes

A water heater

No hot water, water that won't stay hot, or a tank that's started leaking — we repair and replace traditional water heaters for homes across Sycamore and DeKalb County and can help you decide whether repair or replacement makes more sense for your situation.

Water Heaters

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From a disposal that's jammed or humming without turning, to a full replacement, we install and repair garbage disposals quickly and cleanly, with no mess left behind.

Garbage Disposal

A tankless water heater

Tankless water heaters save space and can lower your energy bills, but they need to be sized and installed correctly to work well. We install and service tankless systems for homeowners looking to upgrade from a traditional tank.

Tankless Water Heaters

A person pouring water of out a glass jar

Water Softener
and Filtration

Hard water in the DeKalb County area can shorten the life of your pipes and appliances. We install water softener and filtration systems that protect your plumbing and improve water quality throughout your home.