Sewer Repair
Cracked clay laterals, roots and repeat backups in sewer lines from the 1940s, 50s and 60s.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Hydro Jet Sewer Cleaning in Elmhurst, IL
If roots are back a few months after every rodding, the pipe walls are still covered in growth. A hydro jet scours the line clean from end to end. We camera it first and give you a flat price before we start. Our office is on York Street, downtown.
The Basics
What Is Hydro Jetting?
Hydro jetting clears a sewer line with a high-pressure water stream, fed through the same cleanout access point used for rodding. A specialized nozzle sprays water in every direction as it moves through the pipe, scouring grease, scale, and roots off the entire pipe wall instead of just cutting a path through the middle. It's the fix for buildup that keeps coming back after rodding, or for roots that have worked into the pipe joints. Rodding opens the line back up. Hydro jetting cleans it.
When Elmhurst Lines Need Hydro Jetting
Hydro jetting is worth it when:
You're Rodding More Than Once a Year
The roots on the walls grow right back.
Cast Iron Has Narrowed With Scale
Jetting restores the full opening.
The Kitchen Line Is Packed With Grease
Common in 60-year-old kitchen drains.
A Liner Is Next
Lining starts with a clean pipe.
Why Hydro Jetting Works on Elmhurst Lines
Elmhurst's postwar clay and cast iron lines are exactly the kind that build up roots and scale.
Camera First, Every Time
We check that the clay is intact and set the pressure for it.
Root Growth Comes Off the Walls
Not just out of the middle of the pipe.
Longer Between Calls
A jetted line usually stays clear longer than a rodded one.
Video of the Result
You see the clean pipe before we leave.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
Look first, then jet.
1. Inspect
No jetting a broken pipe.
2. Jet
Pressure matched to clay, cast iron or PVC.
3. Prove It
A second camera pass at the price you approved.
What You'll See After Jetting
We record the line before and after. Before, you'll usually see roots hanging from joints, grease coating the pipe or a rough, scaled surface in cast iron. After, the walls should look clean and round, with the joints and any cracks clearly visible. That second look is valuable. It tells us whether the pipe is sound enough to keep maintaining or whether a liner would be the smarter long-term choice.
Customer Stories
Hydro Jetting Reviews
4.8 stars from 285 Google reviews for our Elmhurst office.
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"The technicians and plumbers involved were prompt, friendly, courteous and explained everything with the sewer lining project. The sewer lines were cleaned, repaired, and inspected before the new lining was installed. I recommend them with no reservations!"
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"My tech, Cameron D., was very helpful & thorough. Thank you much!"
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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."
Got Questions?
Hydro Jetting Questions From Elmhurst Homeowners
If it's intact. We check first.
If the camera shows the clay is intact, yes. If a section is broken or collapsed, we'll recommend a repair first.
Usually a few hours.
Usually a few hours for a typical home, including both camera passes.
No, but it slows them down.
No. Roots can return through an open joint. Jetting clears them more thoroughly, and a liner seals the joints for good.
Yes, especially with grease.
Yes. Decades of grease in a kitchen line is one of the best uses for jetting.
Yes.
Yes. It's yours to keep.
It depends on the line and buildup. You'll approve a flat price first.
It depends on the line length, access and how much buildup there is. You'll approve a flat-rate price before we start.
Annual Protection Plan
Join the No Drip Club for Year-Round Sewer Protection
Prevent catastrophes before they disrupt your life. The No Drip Club ensures your waste and sewer lines are monitored and serviced regularly by J. Blanton’s absolute best.
- 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.
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 Line That Stays Clear?
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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