Sewer Repair
Cracked clay laterals, roots and repeat backups in sewer lines from the 1940s, 50s and 60s.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Leak Detection and Pipe Repair in Elmhurst, IL
A stain on the ceiling, a water bill that jumped or the sound of water running when everything is off. We locate the leak, fix it and tell you honestly if old pipe needs replacing. Our office is on York Street, downtown.
Signs of a Hidden Leak
Watch for:
A Higher Water Bill
With no change in use.
Stains or Bubbling Paint
On walls and ceilings.
Running Water Sounds
With nothing on.
Low or Dropping Pressure
Old pipe closing up.
Leaks and Pipes We Handle
We work on:
Supply Lines
Copper, galvanized and PEX.
Drain Lines
Cast iron, galvanized and PVC.
Leak Detectors and Shutoff Valves
Installed to catch the next leak early.
Leaks in Elmhurst Homes
About half of Elmhurst's homes were built before 1970.
Galvanized Pipe at the Joints
Threaded joints rust and leak first.
Mixed Materials
Decades of repairs leave copper joined to steel, which can corrode.
Smart Leak Detectors
A detector under the water heater or sink alerts you early. If a pipe has burst, see burst pipe repair.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
Locate first, then open as little as possible.
1. Pinpoint the Leak
Listening tools and pressure tests.
2. A Flat Price
Repair or repipe, explained.
3. Test Before Closing Up
No guessing.
Smart Leak Detectors and Shutoffs
A small leak under a sink or behind the washer can go unnoticed for weeks. Battery-powered leak sensors placed near the water heater, washer, dishwasher and sinks alert your phone when they get wet. An automatic shutoff valve on the main line goes further: it closes the water when a leak is detected. For a finished basement, it's inexpensive protection.
What Affects the Price of a Leak Repair
Finding the leak is often the bigger part of the job. A leak under a sink is fast. One inside a finished wall or under a floor takes testing to locate and more work to reach. The pipe material and how much of it is failing matter too. We locate the leak, explain the options and quote a flat price.
Customer Stories
Leak Repair Reviews
4.8 stars from 288 Google reviews for our Elmhurst office.
★★★★★
"Andrew and Ty accessed the situation and we talked it through together to try to find option to locate the leak since it was above the air ducts. They worked on it pretty quickly and did as clean of a job cutting through the drywall. Andrew is in the photo showing me the work he did. No leaks"
★★★★★
"My tech, Cameron D., was very helpful & thorough. Thank you much!"
★★★★★
"Shayne was outstanding with knowledge and installation of a new Water Heater valve and did so quickly and efficiently"
Got Questions?
Leak Questions From Elmhurst Homeowners
Yes.
Yes. We install leak detectors and automatic shutoff valves that alert you or shut off the water when a leak starts.
Not always.
Not always. One leak can be repaired. If galvanized pipe is failing throughout, repiping is the long-term fix.
Listening tools, moisture meters and pressure tests.
We narrow it down with listening equipment, moisture meters and pressure tests before opening anything.
Sudden damage often, slow leaks often not.
Policies vary. Check with your agent.
Yes.
Yes. We install automatic shutoff valves on the main water line.
A tiny hole in a copper pipe.
A tiny hole that forms in copper pipe over time. It can drip slowly for months inside a wall.
It depends on the leak. You'll approve a flat price first.
It depends on where the leak is and how we reach it. 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 to Find That Leak?
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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