Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups to keep your basement dry through heavy rain and snowmelt.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Plumbing Maintenance and Inspections in Arlington Heights, IL
Most plumbing emergencies give a warning first: a sump pump that's getting loud, a water heater that's making noise or a slow drain that keeps coming back. A maintenance visit catches those early. From our office on East Central Road.
What a Plumbing Inspection Covers
We look at the whole system:
Water Heater
Age, leaks, relief valve, venting and sediment, with a flush if it's due.
Sump and Ejector Pumps
A test cycle, the float, the check valve and the battery backup if you have one.
Drains and Sewer
Slow drains, gurgling and a camera inspection if something looks off.
Supply Pipes and Valves
Galvanized or copper condition, leaks and shutoff valves that may not close.
Fixtures
Running toilets, dripping faucets and worn supply lines.
A Plain-English Report
What's fine, what to plan for and what needs attention now.
Why Maintenance Matters in Arlington Heights Homes
About 3 in 4 homes here were built between 1940 and 1989. Most have reached the age where small issues are worth catching early.
Postwar Plumbing at the End of Its Life
Homes from the 1940s through the 1960s often have clay sewer lines, cast iron drains and galvanized supply pipe. A checkup tells you which parts are wearing out before one fails.
1970s and 1980s Homes, Second Round of Equipment
Homes from these decades are on their second or third water heater and sump pump. Knowing their age helps you replace them on your schedule.
Storm Season Prep
A spring visit tests the sump pump, the backup and the floor drain before heavy rain arrives. The July 2011 storm showed how fast a basement can flood.
Check the Shutoffs
Main and fixture shutoffs in older homes often haven't been turned in years. We test them so they work when you need them.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
A maintenance visit stays a maintenance visit.
1. A Real Look
The whole system, not just one fixture.
2. Honest Priorities
What's fine, what to plan for and what can't wait.
3. You Decide
Anything extra gets a flat price first. No pressure.
Customer Stories
Plumbing Maintenance Reviews
4.8 stars from 707 Google reviews for our Arlington Heights office.
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"Julian and Christian were out at my house today very nice and respectful boys they flushed out my water heater and inspected my sewer with a very fancy camera very helpful boys and they let me tell them some of my jokes"
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"The No Drip club has been the best decision for our house ever! JB helps when things are going wrong but more importantly their proactive approach to service has saved us from some really poopy situations."
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"Excellent service provided by Christian and Brandon! We had a “no-drip club” inspection. They flushed our water heaters and were very clear about our next steps. Very professional."
Got Questions?
Plumbing Maintenance Questions From Arlington Heights Homeowners
Once a year is a good rule, ideally in spring.
Once a year is a good rule for most Arlington Heights homes. Spring works well because it lets us test the sump pump before storm season.
Yes. The point is to find problems before they become emergencies.
Yes. Most plumbing failures give small warning signs first. An inspection catches them while they're cheap to fix and on your schedule.
Water heater, pumps, drains, pipes, valves and fixtures, plus a written summary.
We check the water heater, sump and ejector pumps, drains, supply pipes, shutoff valves and fixtures, and give you a summary of what we found.
Yes. The No Drip Club is our yearly maintenance plan.
Yes. The No Drip Club is our yearly plan that brings a plumber to your home for regular maintenance.
It depends on the home and what's included. You get a flat price first.
It depends on the size of the home and what's included, like a sewer camera inspection or a water heater flush. We give you a flat-rate price before any work begins.
Annual Protection Plan
Join the No Drip Club
Most plumbing problems start small. The No Drip Club brings a J. Blanton plumber to your home for regular maintenance, so small issues get caught before they turn into big repairs.
- Two Free Professional Maintenance Visits per Year
- 10% Discount on All General Plumbing & Sewer Services
- 5-Year Parts and Labor Warranty on Approved Projects
- VIP Priority Scheduling Status (Skip the Queue)
What We Fix
Plumbing Services in Arlington Heights
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Sewer Repair
Tree roots, cracked clay pipe and repeat backups in the line from your house to the street.
Water Heaters
Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.
Drain Cleaning
Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.
Burst & Frozen Pipes
Repair for pipes that froze or burst, from basement water lines to outdoor spigots.
Catch Basins
Cleaning and repair for yard and driveway catch basins that back up and flood when it rains.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Ready for a Plumbing Checkup?
Our Arlington Heights office is at 1204 E. Central Road, Suite 3, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Mount Prospect, Rolling Meadows, Palatine, Buffalo Grove, Des Plaines, Schaumburg and more.
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