Drain Cleaning
Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
24/7 Emergency Plumbing in Elgin, IL
A pipe that splits overnight, sewage in the basement during a storm or a water heater that lets go on a holiday. Our phone line is open 24/7, and our office on North McLean Boulevard keeps our plumbers close to both sides of the Fox River.
Should You Call a Plumber Right Now?
Yes, if waiting means more damage or a safety risk:
Dirty Water Rising From a Drain
The floor drain, a basement toilet or the tub. Stop running water upstairs.
Water Spraying or Pouring
Close the main shutoff first, then call.
A Sump Pit About to Overflow
The pump has stopped and the rain hasn't.
Water Under the Water Heater
Close the cold water valve on top of the tank.
The Smell of Gas
Get out. Call Nicor Gas or 911 from outside. We'll fix the line once it's safe.
A Ceiling That's Sagging or Dripping
Water is collecting above it. Stay out from under it.
Emergencies We Handle in Elgin
Elgin's mix of 1800s homes near downtown and newer subdivisions on the west side means we see every kind of emergency.
Storm Nights
The July 2017 storms dropped more than 7 inches just south of Elgin, and basements flooded across the area. Backups and failed sump pumps come in waves on nights like that. See sewage backup service.
Frozen Pipes in Old Walls
Older homes often have little insulation in exterior walls. In a deep freeze, kitchen and bathroom lines on those walls split first. See burst pipe repair.
Water Heaters at the End
When a tank fails, it can flood the basement fast. See water heater repair.
Stuck Main Shutoffs
In an old house, the main valve may not have been turned in decades. If it won't close, we replace it.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What You Get When You Call J. Blanton
A plumber who fixes the problem, not a salesperson.
1. Answered 24/7
Nights, weekends and holidays.
2. Stop It, Then Price It
We stop the damage, find the cause and give you a flat-rate price for the repair.
3. Straight Talk
If the full repair can wait until morning, we'll say so.
Customer Stories
Real Emergencies, Real Reviews
4.8 stars from 349 Google reviews for our Elgin office.
★★★★★
"So it's Christmas Eve and my sewer is backed up. J. Blanton did not hesitate or cancel my appointment. George and Mike were excellent! They were not rushed, answered all my questions. Very knowledgeable and honest, which goes a long way especially as a first time home owner."
★★★★★
"Super helpfull. They called back on a Sunday late afternoon and came out that evening. 3 plumbers came to the house on Monday to finish the job. Joe, George and Anthony. Highly recommend them. No one wants to have Sewage backing up, they treated it like an emergency and kept at it."
★★★★★
"Josh Reid came by on Saturday night around 8pm to help us with an emergency plumbing issue. He was beyond friendly and very honest with us. He was able to help us route our line to stop the back flow that was occurring in the house. I could tell he really cared about our situation and didn't seem annoyed at all considering it was Saturday night."
Got Questions?
Emergency Plumbing Questions From Elgin Homeowners
Call any time. We'll give you a realistic window.
Call us any time. Our office on North McLean Boulevard keeps us close to Elgin. Arrival times depend on the day and call volume, but we'll give you a realistic window and get a plumber to you as soon as we can.
Shut off the water and keep people away from sewage or electrical.
Close the valve nearest the problem or the main shutoff. Keep everyone away from sewage and from water near outlets. If you smell gas, leave and call Nicor Gas or 911 from outside.
Usually in the basement near the meter.
In many Elgin homes, it's in the basement where the water line comes through the wall, near the meter. Turn it clockwise. Test it once in a while so it doesn't seize.
You'll get the price before any work starts.
Whatever the hour, the plumber gives you a flat-rate price before any work begins, so you decide with the number in front of you.
It depends on the problem. You get a flat price first.
It depends on what's wrong and what it takes to fix. 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 Elgin
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Water Heaters
Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.
Sewer Repair
Tree roots, cracked clay pipe and repeat backups in the line from your house to the street.
Garbage Disposals
Repair and replacement for garbage disposals that jam, leak or just hum.
Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups to keep your basement dry through heavy rain.
Leak Repair
Hidden leaks behind walls and ceilings, drips under the sink and leaking water lines.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Plumbing Emergency? We're Answering Now.
Our Elgin office is at 964 N McLean Blvd, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve South Elgin, Bartlett, Gilberts, Hoffman Estates, Pingree Grove, Hampshire and more.
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