Sewer Repair
Cracked clay and cast iron sewer lines, roots and repeat backups under century-old homes.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Drain Cleaning in Ravenswood, Chicago
A kitchen sink that won't drain, a clawfoot tub that drains in slow motion or a basement floor drain that fills on laundry day. We clear it, explain why and price it before any work. Our office is on Ravenswood Avenue. Open 24/7.
Know the Signs
Is It Your Drain or the Building's?
Call when plunging hasn't worked, the same drain clogs again soon or you smell sewage. Then check who else is affected. If only your sink or tub is slow, the clog is in your branch line. If the upstairs unit's drains are slow too, or the basement floor drain is filling, the shared main line is blocked and needs sewer rodding.
Clogged Drain Repair in Ravenswood
Hair and soap in bathrooms, grease in kitchens and lint from laundry cause most clogs. We clear them with a cable sized for the pipe and show you what came out.
Many Ravenswood homes still have original galvanized and cast iron drains. They narrow with age, so clogs come back faster. A camera look tells us whether a stubborn drain needs hydro jetting or a section of pipe replaced.
Kitchen Sink Drain Unclogging
Grease is behind most kitchen clogs. It coats the pipe and traps food and soap.
In a two-flat or condo, stacked kitchens often share a drain. If your sink backs up when your neighbor's dishwasher runs, the clog is in the shared line. If the disposal is involved, see garbage disposal repair.
Why Drains Clog in Ravenswood Homes
Century-old pipe and shared lines make clogs a regular call here.
Old Galvanized and Cast Iron
Rough insides catch debris.
Stacked Kitchens and Baths
Several units share one vertical drain.
Main Line Trouble
When every unit is slow, it's the main. See sewer drain clearing.
Sewer Drain Clearing
When the basement floor drain backs up or every unit's drains slow down, the main sewer drain is blocked. It takes a machine that can reach from the cleanout to the city sewer.
We clear it and scope it so you see the cause, usually roots in old clay or grease from several kitchens. If it keeps happening, we'll go over rodding, jetting or a repair.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
Why Ravenswood Calls J. Blanton for Clogs
Licensed plumbers, most drains cleared in one visit.
1. Answered 24/7
Nights and weekends.
2. A Price First
Before any work.
3. Respect for Shared Spaces
Hallways and stairs kept clean.
Customer Stories
Drain Cleaning Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
★★★★★
"I had a camera inspection as well as a Hydrojet cleaning, rod, and flush of my 70' main 6" sewer line... The camera inspection was done by George and Raul. They were prompt, professional, and detailed with the description of the process... we were able to see together where the problems were in the main and at what specific distances. I was given several options for resolution on the spot with price quotes up front."
★★★★★
"Christian was super fast and friendly. Highly recommended. Have used J. Blanton in the past and their customer service is excellent."
★★★★★
"Had a camera inspection of a clogged sewer drain by George. He was very helpful, polite, professional and informative. We ended up moving forward with a sewer trenchless liner service and look forward to a good experience for the main service."
Got Questions?
Drain Cleaning Questions From Ravenswood Homeowners
Yes, 24/7.
Yes. Call any time and we'll get a plumber to you as soon as we can.
You share a drain.
Your units share a drain line, and the clog is below your fixture in the shared part.
Yes.
Yes. Older tub drains have their own quirks, and we have the tools for them.
Not on old pipe.
We don't recommend it, especially on old galvanized or cast iron.
Usually.
Usually, from the roof vent or a cleanout. We'll let you know if we need access.
It depends on where the clog is. You'll approve a flat price first.
It depends on where the clog is and what's causing it. You'll approve a flat 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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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
Ready for Drains That Keep Draining?
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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