Sewer Repair
Cracked clay and cast iron sewer lines, roots and repeat backups under century-old homes.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Basement Flooding Help in Ravenswood, Chicago
Water in the basement or garden unit after a storm, from a backed-up floor drain or a failed pump. We find the source, fix it and help keep it from happening again. Our office is on Ravenswood Avenue. Open 24/7.
Why Ravenswood Basements Flood
Usually one of these:
Sewer Backup in a Storm
Combined sewers push water back.
Seepage Through Old Walls
Through century-old foundations.
A Failed Pump
Sump or ejector.
A Burst Pipe
Plumbing water.
Basement Flooding in Ravenswood
In July 2011, record rainfall flooded basements across Ravenswood.
Garden Units
Living space below grade is the most exposed.
Sewer Water or Groundwater?
Different problems, different fixes.
Find the Source First
We figure out which you have.
Basement Waterproofing
Some water is a plumbing problem and some is the foundation. We handle the plumbing side: backflow valves, standpipes, overhead sewer systems, sump pumps and battery backups.
If water is coming through cracks in old foundation walls, a waterproofing contractor is the right call, and we'll tell you so.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
Stop it, find it, protect it.
1. Stop the Water
Line or pump first.
2. Find the Source
Sewer, groundwater or plumbing.
3. Price Protection
Flat rate.
Lowering Your Risk in a Ravenswood Basement
Start outside: keep the gangway drain and window wells clear and send downspouts away from the walls. Then check the plumbing. A clear lateral drains better in a storm. A sump pump with a battery backup handles groundwater. If sewer water has come up the floor drain before, a backflow valve or overhead sewer is the protection that actually keeps it out. In a building with a garden unit, that last step matters most.
Customer Stories
Basement Flooding Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
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"Fantastic service! J. Blanton Plumbing provided same day service when our bathroom was flooding due to a faulty pipe. Anthony went above and beyond, and did not leave our home until the issue was resolved. He was professional, pleasant and communicative throughout the process and provided the best experience we have had in a long time. It's safe to say that we will continue to use the services of J. [...]"
★★★★★
"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."
★★★★★
"Matt W came out and worked a big job (water softener and sump pump) efficiently and with great attitude and humor! Ho got everything done quickly and was very informative"
Got Questions?
Basement Flooding Questions From Ravenswood Homeowners
Where it enters tells you.
Through the floor drain is usually sewer water. At the walls is groundwater.
Yes, without protection.
Yes. Big storms will keep coming. Protection is what changes the outcome.
We fix the cause. A restoration company dries it.
We fix the plumbing cause. A restoration company handles drying.
An overhead sewer for repeat backups.
For repeat sewer backups, an overhead sewer. For groundwater, a sump pump with a backup.
The same tools, planned around old walls.
The same tools work. We just plan the installation around old foundations.
It depends on the cause. You'll approve a flat price first.
It depends on the cause and what's needed. You'll approve a flat-rate price before we start.
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 Ravenswood
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Drain Cleaning
Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.
Burst & Frozen Pipes
Repair for frozen or burst pipes, from basement water lines to back porch spigots.
Water Testing & Filtration
Water testing and filtration systems, from under-sink filters to whole-house units.
Water Heaters
Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.
Garbage Disposals
Repair and replacement for garbage disposals that jam, leak or just hum.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Water in the Basement? Call Us Now.
Our Ravenswood office is at 5126 N Ravenswood Ave, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Lincoln Square, Andersonville, Edgewater, North Center, Uptown, Albany Park, West Ridge and more.
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