Sewer Repair
Cracked clay laterals, roots and repeat backups in sewer lines from the 1940s, 50s and 60s.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Sewer Camera Inspections in Elmhurst, IL
Buying an older Elmhurst home, planning a basement remodel or tired of rodding every year? A camera inspection shows exactly what's in the line. We record it, mark each problem and walk you through it. Our office is on York Street, downtown.
Why Elmhurst Homeowners Scope Their Sewer
The most common reasons:
Before Closing on a Home
About half the homes here have lines from before 1970.
Repeat Rodding
Find out whether a repair would end it.
Planning a Remodel
Check under the basement floor first.
After a Storm Backup
Your line or the city's?
What We Find in Elmhurst Sewer Lines
Elmhurst footage tells a consistent story.
Roots at Clay Joints
By far the most common finding.
Cracked Cast Iron at the Foundation
Where the line leaves the house.
Offset Joints
Sections that shifted over the decades.
Clean, Healthy Lines Too
Some lines just need a cleaning.
Mixed Pipe
Newer PVC tied into older clay at the property line.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
How a Camera Inspection Works With Us
You see what we see.
1. Through the Cleanout
No digging.
2. Every Problem Located
Position and depth marked.
3. Walked Through With You
And the video is yours to keep.
What Affects the Price of a Sewer Inspection
If there's an accessible cleanout and the line is clear, an inspection is straightforward. If the line is blocked, we clear it first. If there's no cleanout, we may go through a toilet or vent, which takes more time. We tell you which situation you're in and quote a flat price.
Customer Stories
Sewer Inspection Reviews
4.8 stars from 285 Google reviews for our Elmhurst office.
★★★★★
"I had J. Blanton Plumbing come service a potential sewer line back-up and I was super impressed with the entire experience. My technician was Stephen Walen and he was fantastic. He scoped our entire line so we could see where our main line hooks up to off-shoots of our other pipes. He walked through all different short & long-term scenarios so we could make informed decisions."
★★★★★
"I had a camera inspection as well as a Hydrojet cleaning, rod, and flush of my 70' main 6" sewer line... The camera inspection was done by George and Raul. They were prompt, professional, and detailed with the description of the process... we were able to see together where the problems were in the main and at what specific distances. I was given several options for resolution on the spot with price quotes up front."
★★★★★
"Edgar is a fantastic tech and was extremely professional and fantastic to work with. He was upfront and allowed me to view the issues from the camera before any money changed hands. He had multiple suggestions on how to further prevent issues, but was never pushy on trying to sell additional fixes."
Got Questions?
Sewer Camera Questions From Elmhurst Homeowners
Yes, for most homes here.
Yes. With so many homes built before 1970, a camera look before closing can turn up a repair worth negotiating.
Usually, through a toilet or vent.
Usually. We can go in through a toilet or a roof vent, or add a cleanout.
About an hour for most homes.
About an hour for most homes, including the walkthrough.
Yes.
Yes. Our locator finds the camera's signal from above and marks the spot and depth.
Yes, especially on a teardown lot.
Yes. A new house can still connect to an older sewer line.
Yes.
Yes. The work happens inside the pipe, so weather rarely matters.
It depends on access and length. You'll approve a flat price first.
It depends on access and the length of the line. 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.
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 See Inside Your Sewer Line?
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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