Sewer Repair
Cracked clay laterals, roots and repeat backups in sewer lines from the 1940s, 50s and 60s.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Basement Flooding Help in Elmhurst, IL
Water in the basement after a storm, from a backed-up floor drain or a failed pump. We figure out where it's coming from, fix the cause and help make sure it doesn't happen again. Our office is on York Street, downtown. Open 24/7.
Why Elmhurst Basements Flood
Most basement water comes from:
Sewer Backup
Through the floor drain in a storm.
Groundwater
Through walls or the floor.
A Failed Pump
Sump or ejector.
A Burst Pipe or Water Heater
Plumbing water.
Basement Flooding in Elmhurst
On April 17 and 18, 2013, 7.26 inches of rain fell on Elmhurst, and homes old and new were damaged in all areas of town.
A Repeat of 2010
Many of the same neighborhoods flooded both years.
Old and New Homes Alike
Age alone doesn't protect a basement.
Find the Source First
Sewer water and groundwater need different fixes.
Basement Waterproofing
Some basement water is plumbing and some is the foundation. We handle the plumbing side: backflow valves, overhead sewer systems, sump pumps, battery backups and discharge lines.
If water is coming through cracks in the 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
Pump, line or pipe first.
2. Find the Source
Sewer, groundwater or plumbing.
3. Price the Protection
Flat rate, approved first.
Same Streets, Different Storms
When more than 7 inches of rain fell in April 2013, Elmhurst Patch reported scenes reminiscent of 2010, in the same neighborhoods. That pattern matters. If your block has flooded before, it can flood again, whether your house is from 1955 or 2015. The good news is that the protection is well understood: a reliable sump pump with a backup for groundwater, and a backflow valve or overhead sewer for sewer water.
Customer Stories
Basement Flooding Reviews
4.8 stars from 288 Google reviews for our Elmhurst office.
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"Appreciate the professional and fast service. Clayton was great help! Highly recommend."
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"Picture it: you get home from being out of town to relax and take a glorious shower. You’re halfway through the shampoo when your husband comes in yelling saying the water needs to be shut off because it’s all coming up in the basement. Ugh. So you start looking for who to call. The plumber your parents used is out of town for two weeks. [...]"
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"We had an emergency situation on a weekend when our sewer main broke in the basement, and this company was an absolute lifesaver! They responded quickly, offered very reasonable rates, and immediately sent someone out to diagnose the problem. Within no time, they had a crew on-site to tackle the issue."
Got Questions?
Basement Flooding Questions From Elmhurst Homeowners
Where it enters tells you.
Through the floor drain is usually sewer water. At the walls is groundwater.
Find the source and protect against it.
Find out whether it was sewer water or groundwater, then add the right protection: an overhead sewer or backflow valve for sewer water, a sump pump with backup for groundwater.
We fix the cause. Restoration companies dry and clean.
We fix the plumbing cause. A restoration company handles drying and cleanup.
Usually a combination.
Usually a reliable sump pump with a battery backup plus an overhead sewer or backflow valve.
Usually.
Usually. Stains, water lines and where it pooled first all point to the source.
They can.
They can if they fill with water. Covers and a clear drain at the bottom help.
It depends on the cause. You'll approve a flat price first.
It depends on the cause and what needs to be repaired or added. 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 Elmhurst
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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.
Hydro Jetting
High-pressure sewer cleaning that scours roots, grease and scale off the pipe walls.
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.
Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups to keep your basement dry through heavy rain.
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 Elmhurst office is at 116 S York St Ste 212, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Villa Park, Lombard, Oak Brook, Oakbrook Terrace, Westchester, Glen Ellyn and more.
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