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Basement Flooding Help in Evanston, IL
Water in the basement after a storm, from a backed-up floor drain or from a failed pump. We find where it's coming from, fix it and help keep it from happening again. Our Evanston office is on Orrington Avenue, downtown. Open 24/7.
Why Evanston Basements Flood
Usually one of these:
Sewer Backup in a Storm
Combined sewers push water back.
Seepage Through the Walls
Groundwater through old foundations.
A Failed Pump
Sump or ejector.
A Burst Pipe
Plumbing water.
Basement Flooding in Evanston
All of Evanston drains to combined sewers, so heavy storms can push water back into basements.
Sewer Water or Groundwater?
The fix depends on which it is.
City Work vs. Your Lateral
The city's relief sewers added capacity. Your lateral and basement protection are still up to you.
Find the Source First
We figure out which you have.
Basement Waterproofing
Some water is a plumbing problem and some comes through the foundation. We handle the plumbing side: backflow valves, standpipes, overhead sewer systems, sump pumps and battery backups.
If water is seeping through cracks in the walls, a waterproofing contractor is the right call, and we'll tell you so.
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What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
Stop it, find it, protect it.
1. Stop the Water
Line or pump first.
2. Find the Source
Sewer, groundwater or plumbing.
3. Price Protection
Flat rate.
Steps That Lower Your Flood Risk
Start with the cheap ones. Keep downspouts pointed away from the house. Clean catch basins and window wells every fall. Make sure the ground slopes away from the foundation. Then look at the plumbing: a clear lateral, a working sump pump with a backup and, if you've had sewer water in the basement, a backflow valve or overhead sewer. Together, these cover the most common ways water gets into an Evanston basement.
Customer Stories
Basement Flooding Reviews
4.8 stars from 869 Google reviews for our Evanston office.
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"Andrew A and Andrew M were remarkable!!!! We were in such a panic - just moving into our new home that day and they were professional and so knowledgeable! They are amazing!!!"
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"I had water backing up in the basement on a Sunday. I called them and he came an hour later. John figured out the problem quickly-ejector pump, and what to do if it happens again. I did get an estimate for a new one if it needs replacing."
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"Welhem and Josh have been so kind with my flooded crawl space and sump pump replacement process. It’s my first time owning a home and while these things can be stressful, they have been wonderful about getting things resolved as quickly as possible. Services Sump pump repair, Sump pump installation"
Got Questions?
Basement Flooding Questions From Evanston Homeowners
Where it enters tells you.
Through the floor drain is usually sewer water. Along the walls is usually groundwater.
We fix the cause. A restoration company dries it.
We fix the plumbing cause. A restoration company handles water removal and drying.
It depends on the source.
For repeat sewer backups, an overhead sewer. For groundwater, a sump pump with a battery backup.
Sewer backups often need a rider.
Sewer backup usually needs a separate rider. Groundwater is often excluded. Check with your agent.
Fix the cause first.
Fix the cause first. Then finish with materials that tolerate moisture.
It depends on the cause. You'll approve a flat price first.
It depends on the cause and what's needed. You'll approve a flat-rate price before we start.
Annual Protection Plan
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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 Evanston
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Sewer Repair
Cracked clay pipe, roots and repeat backups in laterals that can be 80 to 100 years old.
Leak & Pipe Repair
Leaking water lines, hidden leaks behind plaster and worn-out pipe in older homes.
Water Heaters
Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.
Catch Basins
Cleaning and repair for yard and driveway catch basins that back up when it rains.
Toilets & Showers
Running toilets, leaky shower valves and new fixture installs.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Water in the Basement? Call Us Now.
Our Evanston office is at 1603 Orrington Ave #600-1085, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Wilmette, Skokie, Kenilworth, Lincolnwood, Rogers Park, Glenview, Winnetka and more.
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