Serving Chicago Since 1917
Our Story
Our Heritage
Three Generations of Trusted Service
Burris and Sons Heating, Cooling and Plumbing has been a cornerstone of Chicago's South Side since 1917. For over 100 years, three generations of the Burris family have answered the call when their neighbors needed help the most. Whether it was a frozen pipe in January or a broken furnace on Christmas morning, the Burris family has always shown up.
Today, Mr. Burris carries on that tradition as a third generation master plumber with over 60 years of hands-on experience. He has seen every problem a Chicago home can throw at a tradesman, and he knows how to solve it. His reputation is built not on advertising or sales pitches, but on decades of honest work, fair pricing, and genuine care for the people he serves.
The name itself tells you everything you need to know. BURRIS stands for Bringing U Reliable, Responsible In-Home Service. And AND SONS stands for Available Night Day, Servicing Our Neighbors Since 1974. These are not just slogans. They are promises that have been kept for generations.
1917
Established
3rd
Generation
60+
Years Exp.
Our Philosophy
We Are Not Salesmen. We Are Repairmen.
Honest Pricing
We tell you exactly what the problem is, what it will cost to fix, and we do the work. No hidden fees, no surprise charges, no upselling services you do not need. Our word is our bond, and it has been for over 100 years.
Repairs Over Replacements
Large franchises want to sell you a brand new system. We want to fix what you have. If your equipment can be repaired safely and reliably, that is what we will do. We only recommend replacement when repair is no longer the right option.
Real People Answer the Phone
When you call Burris and Sons, you will not get an automated menu or a voicemail box. A real person answers your call, every time. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including holidays.
Recognition
Awards and Honors
Best of 2020 Chicago
Voted #1 Plumber 2019
US Metro Report
Certified Professional
Master Plumber Certified
Mr. Burris holds Plumbing License ##4204040 and is a certified Master Plumber. This is not a title that is handed out freely. It represents decades of training, thousands of completed jobs, and a proven ability to handle the most complex plumbing and HVAC challenges.
Burris and Sons is also an approved contractor for both Peoples Gas and Northern Gas. When the gas company trusts you with their customers, that tells you everything you need to know about the quality of work being done.
Honoring Innovation
Black Inventors in Heating and Cooling
The heating, cooling, and refrigeration technologies we rely on every day were shaped by the brilliance of Black inventors. We honor their contributions and carry their legacy forward in every job we do.
Alice Parker
Heating Furnace, 1919
Patented a system for central heating using natural gas, replacing the need for wood-burning fireplaces and transforming how homes stay warm in winter.
Fredrick M. Jones
Portable Air Cooling, 1940s
Invented the first portable air cooling unit for trucks, revolutionizing the transport of perishable goods and making modern refrigerated shipping possible.
Thomas Elkins
Improved Refrigerator, 1879
Patented an improved refrigerating apparatus that advanced food preservation technology, helping families keep food safe and fresh for longer periods.
John Standard
Improved Refrigerator, 1891
Patented improvements to the refrigerator design that made the technology more practical and accessible for everyday household use.
Ready to Experience the Burris Difference?
Call us today. A real person will answer, and we will take care of you the same way we have taken care of Chicago families since 1917.
Call 773-375-4123