Sewer Repair
Cracked clay laterals, roots and repeat backups in sewer lines from the 1940s, 50s and 60s.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Catch Basin Cleaning and Repair in Elmhurst, IL
Leaves piled on the grate, water that stands for a day after rain or a basin that's sinking into the lawn. We clean and repair catch basins and the lines behind them. Our office is on York Street, downtown.
The Basics
How a Catch Basin Works
A catch basin sits under a grate in the yard or driveway. Runoff falls in, and an outlet pipe partway up the wall carries it to a storm line. Below the outlet is a sump where leaves and grit collect. Clean that sump once a year and the basin keeps working. Let it fill, and debris washes into the outlet and plugs it.
When an Elmhurst Catch Basin Needs Service
Call when:
Leaves Cover the Grate
Every fall under Elmhurst's big trees.
Puddles Outlast the Rain
The outlet is likely blocked.
The Ground Around It Is Sinking
A crack is letting soil in.
Water Runs to the Foundation
The basin can't keep up.
Catch Basins in Elmhurst Yards
Elmhurst's mature trees and older yards make catch basins work hard.
Heavy Fall Leaves
Grates get buried every year.
Old Brick and Block Basins
They crack and shift over decades.
Driveway Basins
Grit and salt build up every winter.
Storms Like April 2013
When 7.26 inches fell in two days, blocked basins sent water straight to foundations.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
Basin and pipe, both.
1. Clean the Sump
Leaves and silt out.
2. Test the Outlet
Water first, camera if needed.
3. Price Repairs Up Front
Flat rate.
When to Clean an Elmhurst Catch Basin
Fall is the most important time, after the leaves come down on older tree-lined blocks. Spring is the second, after a winter of sand and grit has washed off the driveway. A basin that's half full of silt holds less water and overflows sooner in a heavy rain. A quick check after any big storm, lifting the grate to see how full it is, tells you whether it's time.
Customer Stories
Catch Basin Reviews
4.8 stars from 288 Google reviews for our Elmhurst office.
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"My plumber from now on! J Blanton was so easy and pleasant to schedule. Stephen W. arrived on time, super professional and kind. He was very clean and a great communicator. He new everything. I’ll call them again if I have an issue."
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"They showed up quickly only 45 min after I called. Steve was awesome. Extremely knowledgeable and friendly and most importantly fixed our clogged drain line. Steve also clearly explained options for a more permanent fix of our drain line."
★★★★★
"Scott Brown was fantastic. Helpful, polite, knowledgeable, and a real pleasure to work with. Thank you, Scott!"
Got Questions?
Catch Basin Questions From Elmhurst Homeowners
Every fall, at least.
Every fall, after the leaves come down. Under big trees, spring too.
Yes.
Yes. Water pooled near the house can seep in or end up in your sump pump pit.
Often.
Often. We rebuild walls and reset grates, or replace it if needed.
Usually.
Usually, if it's on your property and drains your yard.
Yes, if water sits in it.
Yes, if water can't drain. Clearing it in fall helps.
It depends on the work. You'll approve a flat price first.
It depends on whether it's a cleaning, repair or outlet work. 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
Ready for a Yard That Drains?
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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