HVAC, Plumbing & Underground Services in Fithian, IL
Fithian is a small village in Vermilion County, about 10 miles west of Danville along Route 150. Most of the homes here are older, and when the heating system fails on a cold January night, you want someone who can get there fast and fix it right. Lanz Plumbing, Heating & Cooling has been serving communities across central Illinois since 2002, and we bring the same full-service team to Fithian and the surrounding Oakwood Township area — licensed technicians, honest pricing, and 24/7 emergency availability for everything from furnace repairs to underground sewer work.
Call 217-394-1380 anytime to schedule service.
FAQs about HVAC & Plumbing Services in Fithian, IL
Yes. Lanz serves Fithian and the broader Vermilion County area, including Oakwood, Danville, and surrounding rural communities. Call 217-394-1380 , and we will confirm service availability at your address.
Yes, Lanz is available 24/7. A furnace failure in January is an emergency, and we treat it that way — technicians are dispatched around the clock, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Absolutely. We service all brands and ages of heating equipment throughout Vermilion County. When a repair makes sense, we repair it. When the system is too far gone, we tell you that honestly and provide replacement options — no pressure either way.
Yes. Our underground solutions team provides septic services for rural properties on private systems in Fithian and the surrounding area. We do not perform routine septic inspections or pumping. We perform camera inspections only when clearing a drain clog, and only up to the start of the tank. We do not perform general septic tank repairs. We offer new septic installations and septic tank/leach field replacements.
Furnace Repair in Fithian, IL
Furnace repair is the most common service call we get from Fithian and the Oakwood Township area — and for good reason. Many homes in Vermilion County are running older heating systems that were installed 15 to 25 years ago. When central Illinois temperatures drop into the single digits, a furnace that hesitates, cycles on and off, or stops working entirely is not something you can wait on.
Lanz technicians are available 24/7 and carry parts for many major furnace brands so repairs can be completed on the first visit. We diagnose the actual problem, tell you honestly what it will cost, and get your heat back on as fast as possible.
What our furnace repair service covers in Fithian:
- Emergency furnace repair, any time of day or night — 24/7 response
- Igniter and flame sensor repair — the most common reason a furnace stops producing heat
- Heat exchanger inspection — critical for identifying cracks that can allow carbon monoxide into the home
- Blower motor and fan repair — when the furnace fires but no heat is coming through the vents
- Gas valve and control board diagnosis — for furnaces that cycle on and off or will not ignite at all
- All brands and ages of equipment — we service Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Goodman, Bryant, Rheem, and others
- Honest assessment on repair vs. replacement — if a system is too far gone to repair cost-effectively, we will tell you that upfront
If your furnace needs replacement rather than repair, we install Trane heating systems properly sized for your home and built to handle Vermilion County winters. We also offer furnace maintenance services that catch problems before they become cold-night failures.
All Services Available in Fithian
In addition to furnace repair, Lanz provides the full range of HVAC, plumbing, and underground services to Fithian homeowners and commercial properties.
Heating & Cooling
- Furnace installation — right-sized replacement systems for Fithian homes, installed by licensed technicians
- Furnace maintenance — seasonal checks to prevent failures and extend equipment life
- AC repair — fast diagnosis and repair when your air conditioner stops cooling
- AC installation — new central air systems sized and installed for Vermilion County homes
- Heat pumps — efficient heating and cooling in a single system
- Boilers — repair, maintenance, and replacement for boiler-heated homes
- Ductless mini-split systems — heating and cooling without ductwork — well suited to additions, outbuildings, and older Fithian homes
- Duct cleaning — thorough removal of dust and debris from your duct system
- Indoor air quality — filtration, humidity control, and ventilation solutions
- Geothermal systems — ground-source heat pump installation and service
- Home automation and zoning — smart thermostats and multi-zone control systems
Plumbing
- Plumbing repair — leaks, broken fixtures, running toilets, and emergency repairs
- Plumbing installation — new fixture installation and plumbing for additions and remodels
- Repiping — whole-home repipe when aging galvanized or cast iron lines need replacing
- Water heater repair and installation — same-day diagnosis and fast replacement when your water heater fails
- Tankless water heaters — on-demand hot water with longer lifespan and better efficiency
- Sump pumps — installation, repair, and replacement to protect Fithian basements
- Water treatment and softeners — filtration and softening systems for better water quality
- RPZ valve services — backflow preventer testing, repair, and certification
Drain Cleaning
- Household drain cleaning — kitchen sinks, bathroom drains, tubs, showers, and floor drains cleared fast
- Sanitary and storm drain cleaning — main sewer lines, storm drains, and catch basin service
- Sewer camera inspection — NASSCO-certified inspection with findings sent directly to your phone or email
Underground Solutions
- Sewer pipe repair and replacement — from spot repairs to full lateral replacement
- Interior pipe lining — restore a root-damaged or deteriorated pipe from the inside with no excavation
- Exterior pipe lining — trenchless structural rehabilitation from outside the pipe
- Descaling — remove heavy mineral scale buildup from older lines
- Water line repair and replacement — underground water main repair and new line installation
- Storm and drainage pipes — storm sewer cleaning, repair, and drainage solutions
- Septic services — inspection, pumping, and repair for Fithian properties on private septic systems
- Leach field services — leach field evaluation, repair, and replacement
- Directional boring — trenchless pipe installation under driveways, landscaping, and structures
- Vactor services — high-powered vacuum excavation for utility work and debris removal
Commercial Services
- Commercial HVAC and refrigeration — installation, repair, and maintenance for commercial heating and cooling systems
- Commercial plumbing — plumbing service and installation for commercial and agricultural properties in Vermilion County
Maintenance Plans
The Lanz Comfort Family plan covers scheduled HVAC and plumbing maintenance visits, priority service scheduling, no after-hours fees, and repair discounts. For Fithian homeowners running older systems, a maintenance plan is one of the most cost-effective ways to prevent expensive emergency calls.
Schedule HVAC or Plumbing Services in Fithian, IL
Lanz serves Fithian and the surrounding Vermilion County area with honest, reliable service backed by a 4.9-star Google rating from nearly 3,000 customers across central Illinois. Whether it is an emergency furnace repair at 2 a.m. or a routine plumbing fix, we are ready to help.
Call 217-394-1380 or contact us online to schedule your appointment.
Recent Jobs and Reviews in Fithian, IL
Job Locations and Reviews
Boiler repair: Replaced expansion tank and relief valve due to water dripping from the valve and a full expansion tank. Restored proper heating operation.
Heat pump failed to heat beyond 68°F (set to 73°F). Identified and resolved a system error during heat pump repair, restoring full heating performance.
Investigated basement bathroom drain issue during remodel. Homeowner prepped site by removing stool. Performed drain camera inspection.
Investigated reported crawlspace leak. Discovered standing water, indicating a severe water intrusion issue.
Furnace overheating and failing to start. Issue traced to faulty thermostat needing replacement.
Replaced crawlspace cross fitting feeding toilets with a double wye. Installed a new toilet flange.
Reclaimed refrigerant, replaced compressor and bi-flow filter drier. Acid test passed. System repressurized.
Compressor shorted to ground (77 ohms). Tested drive and OF from CDA per manufacturer's instructions.
HVAC repair: Reset heat pump after power outage caused lockout (code 126). System performance monitored.
Urinal constantly running. Replaced diaphragm vacuum breaker & shut-off valve components. Plumbing repair complete, resolved water waste.
Urinal running constantly. Replaced diaphragm, vacuum breaker, and shut-off valve internals. Plumbing repair completed; proper function restored.
Replaced plugged air filter. Suction sensor failed, causing A/C to run in limp mode. HVAC repair improves cooling.
Toilet repair: Fill valve not shutting off, overflowing into flush valve. Adjusted new valve for proper seal.
Provided customer requested quote on inducer, blower and capacitor replacement. Customer also requested a quote for entire system replacement. Will schedule a Comfort Consultant to connect with our customer.
Customer had a couch that was covering a return in the ceiling, which was causing a cooler draft. I explained to the customer that the couch needed to be moved to allow the second return to pull more of the warm air down, which would help mix the air better and circulate the heat properly.
I arrived at a home to find a clogged washer drain. I rodded the line to clear the blockage. The cable had hair and lint on it. The washer drained twice without any evidence of backing up. I cleaned the work area.
Customer searching for AC Repair Near Me for Spring maintenance on their AC unit. Checked unit Checked inverter, pressures, superheat and subcool Superheat was high and found error on unit as well Checked indoor unit and found very dirty filter Replaced and tested again Superheat is much better and error is gone All checks are good Delta t is good Unit is operating properly
INSTALLED NEW OUTSIDE WATER FAUCET
REMOVED THE GARBAGE DISPOSAL AND INSTALLED A STANDARD BASKET TRAP
INSTALLED A SUMP PUMP IN THE CRAWL SPACE
REPAIR LEAK IN COPPER WATER LINE IN CRAWL SPACE