Sewer Repair
Cracked clay laterals, roots and repeat backups in sewer lines from the 1940s, 50s and 60s.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Emergency Plumber in Elmhurst, IL
Sewage at the floor drain, a pipe that burst in a cold snap or a water heater leaking all over the basement. Call us any time, including weekends and holidays. We'll get a plumber to you as soon as we can. Our office is on York Street, downtown.
Is It an Emergency?
Call right away for:
A Burst Pipe
Water you can't stop.
Sewage Coming Up
Through a floor drain or toilet.
A Leaking Water Heater Tank
Shut off its water first.
A Gas Smell
Leave, then call Nicor Gas or 911.
A Failed Sump Pump in a Storm
Water rising in the pit.
Emergencies We See in Elmhurst
Elmhurst emergencies tend to follow the weather.
Storm Backups
Like April 2013, when 7.26 inches fell in two days.
Burst Pipes in Cold Snaps
Pipes along exterior walls freeze first.
Water Heaters That Fail Suddenly
Hard water and age take their toll.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What You Get When You Call J. Blanton
Fast help, clear pricing.
1. Answered 24/7
Nights, weekends, holidays.
2. A Price First
Even in an emergency.
3. Fixed Right
Not just patched.
Getting Ready Before an Emergency
Take five minutes now. Find the main water shutoff, usually in the basement near the meter. Make sure it turns. Find the gas shutoff at the meter outside. Check that your sump pump runs when you pour water into the pit. Save our number in your phone. When something goes wrong at night, those few steps save time and limit damage.
The Emergencies Elmhurst Homeowners Call About Most
Most of our urgent calls in Elmhurst fall into a few groups: sump pumps that stop during heavy rain, sewer backups through the basement floor drain, water heaters that leak without warning and pipes that freeze in garages or outside walls. Each one has a quick first step you can take, like shutting off the water or checking the pump's power, while we're on the way.
Customer Stories
Real Emergencies, Real Reviews
4.8 stars from 285 Google reviews for our Elmhurst office.
★★★★★
"J. Blanton was great. I was not the nicest this morning when I called because I was super stressed about my plumbing being totally backed up for the second time in 6 weeks, and they were so sweet. They got someone out same day and communicated constantly until he arrived. Stephen was absolutely amazing. [...]"
★★★★★
"Brendon Knight was wonderful. He was in very good spirits and made a not so good day for me lighthearted. I flushed my keys down the toilet and he provided empathy as well as a little humor to the situation. Needless to say he was also very professional. You should be proud to have him represent your company."
★★★★★
"Andrew was very professional but also personable, explaining the issue and how they were going to fix it and gave me some tips to help avoid having a recurrence. They were able to get my kitchen sink up and running again right before the holidays which was a life saver."
Got Questions?
Emergency Plumbing Questions From Elmhurst Homeowners
Yes.
Yes. Our phone line is open around the clock.
Shut off its cold water valve and power or gas.
Close the cold water valve on top of the heater and turn off its power or gas. Then call us.
Usually in the basement near the meter.
In most Elmhurst homes, it's in the basement where the water line comes in, near the meter.
Yes.
Yes. You'll approve a flat-rate price before work begins.
As soon as we can.
Arrival times depend on the day and weather, but we work to get a plumber to you as soon as we can.
Yes, for a long shutoff.
If the water will be off for a while, turn the heater to vacation or pilot.
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.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Plumbing Emergency? Call Us Now.
Our Elmhurst office is at 116 S York St, Suite 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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