Aquariums Done Wright, based out of Downers Grove, Illinois, is a service-first aquarium operation led by Joshua Wright that has built a loyal following through hands-on tank maintenance, emergency rescues, and large-scale moves. This isn't a typical retail storefront — it's an aquarium service company with a shop in the back, and the reviews make clear that Joshua and his team, including Heather on the retail and consultation side, are deeply invested in keeping fish alive and tanks looking pristine. The scope of work here is impressive.
Joshua has broken down a 500-gallon tank in Chicago, caught all 30 fish, boarded them at the shop while the owner drove the setup to south Florida, and returned the livestock healthy weeks later. He's relocated a 180-gallon tank with a 16-year-old cichlid intact in under three hours. He's answered emergency calls for goldfish on the brink, arriving two days in a row with treatment protocols that brought them back to health.
Multiple reviewers describe transformations — cloudy, ammonia-laden tanks turned crystal clear in a single visit. On the saltwater side, Heather has guided customers through full reef and coral setups, covering equipment selection from heaters to lighting. The shop handles both freshwater and saltwater needs, and the team's comfort with everything from cichlids to reef systems speaks to real breadth of experience.
What stands out most across the reviews is the combination of speed, tidiness, and genuine care. Joshua leaves floors dry after teardowns, answers questions thoroughly during consultations, and charges rates that reviewers consistently call fair and reasonable. Several customers describe multi-year service relationships, with tanks that look better and fish that live longer than when they managed things solo.
For anyone in the western suburbs of Chicago who needs professional aquarium help — whether it's a routine cleaning, a cross-country tank move, or an emergency fish rescue — Aquariums Done Wright delivers exactly what the name promises.
David Todorov
63 reviews
Joshua was such a big help taking down my 180 gallon tank. He got in and out in no time flat. Left everything dry so it doesn't stink up the place. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing aquarium services!
Luis Lopez
9 reviews
Josh (Aquariums Done Right) came to the rescue of our dire situation on an emergency call (never knew of him before) and attended to our goldfish who have been with us for 5 years, and resolved the issue. I was out of town on business and he came to my home and gave simple instructions to my wife to add treatments to the tank after he did a clean out. He came 2 days in a row, did his magic and the fish survived and are striving! Josh KNOWS HIS STUFF! We are VERY PLEASED with his knowledge, attention and efforts and gladly vouch for him. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED! Thanks again Josh!!! *1st Photo below is how my wife found both the fish. One barely alive and the other sick as well. 2nd is how they are doing today.
Adam Hupac
25 reviews
I hired them to break down my 500 gal tank that I was moving from Chicago to south Florida. They did a great job taking everything apart and catching all of the 30 fish. They then took the fish to the shop and held them in the back till I got my tank down to Florida and set up. I was amazed how healthy my fish when I picked them up and everyone survived the 21 hour drive down. Great service and fair pricing. Highly recommend!
keely swiadek
53 reviews
Best service around! Joshua is THE guy for the job.
Ryan B
Great place to go to for all you're aquarium needs. Heather was super nice and helpful at telling me how to get my saltwater aquarium set up with reefs, corals, water, heater, lights etc. Very knowledgeable with fish. Definitely coming back here
Katharine White
29 reviews
I called Aquariums Done Wright because we'd aquired a fish tank second hand it it was obvious by the color of the water that we had no idea what we were doing. Two technicians came to my house and cleaned the tank and walked me through things we could continue to do for better upkeep. I learned so much! They were both very personable and great with the kids. I would highly recommend their services.
Ricky Poglajen
10 reviews
Great people, very knowledgeable and Extremly Friendly they care alot about their livestock its more then a buisness to them they will forever have my buisness
Thad g
96 reviews
Did an awesome job with my tank very professional and informational. Was cost effective to get the work done, very satisfied with the work done.
chgolisa2022
16 reviews
This guy was awesome ! He completely broke down and set up our 180 gallon fish tank and transported all of our fish very quickly and he was very knowledgeable. I highly recommend him for anyone that needs help with their fish .
Susan Stastny
17 reviews
If you're into Fish Aquariums, this is the guy you want to maintain it. Whether it's for fresh water or saltwater fish he knows how to take care of them.
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1525 Ogden Ave G, Downers Grove, IL 60515
February 7, 2026
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