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Ejector Pump Repair and Replacement in Evanston, IL
An alarm going off in the basement, a basement toilet that won't flush or a sewer smell near the pit. We repair and replace ejector pumps in Evanston homes. Our Evanston office is on Orrington Avenue, downtown. Open 24/7.
The Basics
What an Ejector Pump Does
Fixtures below the sewer line, like a basement bathroom or laundry, drain into a sealed basin. The ejector pump lifts that wastewater up into the main line. A float turns it on and a check valve keeps water from falling back. When any part fails, those fixtures back up.
Signs Your Ejector Pump Is Failing
Call when:
The Alarm Sounds
The basin is too full.
Slow Basement Drains
The pump can't keep up.
Sewer Smell
A seal or vent problem.
Constant Running
A stuck float or bad valve.
Ejector Pumps in Evanston Homes
Basement bathrooms and overhead sewers both rely on them.
Basement Bathrooms
Added in many older homes during renovations.
Overhead Sewer Systems
The pump handles every basement drain.
Wipes and Grease
The most common reason pumps fail.
Alarms That Work
Tested at every visit.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
Fix it and explain why.
1. Inspect the Basin
Pump, float, valve, seal and vent.
2. Repair or Replace
Flat price first.
3. Water-Test It
Before we leave.
How to Protect Your Ejector Pump
Only toilet paper and waste should go down a toilet that drains to an ejector pump. Wipes, paper towels and feminine products wrap around the impeller and stall it. Grease from a basement kitchen or bar sink hardens in the basin. Test the alarm once in a while by lifting the float, if you can do it safely. And have the basin checked when you notice odors, slow drains or a pump that runs more than it should.
Customer Stories
Ejector Pump Reviews
4.8 stars from 869 Google reviews for our Evanston office.
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"Picture it: you get home from being out of town to relax and take a glorious shower. You’re halfway through the shampoo when your husband comes in yelling saying the water needs to be shut off because it’s all coming up in the basement. Ugh. So you start looking for who to call. The plumber your parents used is out of town for two weeks. [...]"
★★★★★
"The No Drip club has been the best decision for our house ever! JB helps when things are going wrong but more importantly their proactive approach to service has saved us from some really poopy situations."
★★★★★
"Matt W came out and worked a big job (water softener and sump pump) efficiently and with great attitude and humor! Ho got everything done quickly and was very informative"
Got Questions?
Ejector Pump Questions From Evanston Homeowners
Stop using basement fixtures and call us.
Stop using every fixture that drains to the basin and call us.
Groundwater vs. wastewater.
A sump pump moves groundwater. An ejector pump moves wastewater from basement fixtures.
Often 7 to 10 years.
Often around 7 to 10 years.
A seal, vent or dry trap.
Usually a worn lid seal, a vent problem or a dry floor drain trap.
Usually.
Usually. If the basin and piping are in good shape, we replace only the pump.
It depends on the pump and basin. You'll approve a flat price first.
It depends on the pump, the basin and access. 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
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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
Basement Backed Up? Call Us.
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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