About Us

Since 1952, Franks Mechanical Contractors has been helping to build and shape our community. We are proud that Franks Mechanical Contractors has earned the reputation of being one of the most respected plumbing contractors in the Chicagoland area.

Our employees are constantly challenged to learn more about their construction industry craft, through formal training and continuing education, mentor programs and the versatility of our projects. Customer service is our forté, respecting the budgets, timeframes and the quality that our clients demand. We excel at bringing new ideas and plumbing industry best practices to every project.

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Leadership that gets the job done.

Craig has been with the company for over 40 years, gaining unparalleled experience by progressing through all areas of field operations; apprentice, journeyman, foreman, general superintendent, vice president and currently our president. With his comprehensive experience, Craig has earned the respect of clients, peers and employees, often consulted on the most technical challenges within our company and throughout the industry. Craig has served as President of the PCA (Plumbing Contractors Assn. of Chicago & Cook County), Chairman of the Education Committee of the PCA, Member of the Labor Relations Committee of the PCA. Trustee for Local 130 Pension Fund, Trustee on the Board of PAMCANI (Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Association of Northern Illinois), and Chairman of the Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee at Local 501.

Sherry, as vice president finance, manages all project accounting, overseeing safety, purchasing, insurance, and contract administration. After 16 years as a financial analyst for a large consumer brand, Sherry brings a valued financial and operational insight to all of our projects. Sherry also is acting Chief Information Officer and is managing the transition to an electronic plumbing industry. And this transition excites her as it is adding a level of increased productivity to all of our projects. Sherry is the Treasurer of the Plumbing Council of Chicago & Cook County, a Member of the Joint Arbitration Board of Local 130 and also for Local 501, and Former Trustee on the Welfare Trust Fund for Local 501.