Drain Cleaning
Clogged kitchen sinks, slow bathroom drains and backed-up basement floor drains.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Shower and Tub Repair in Evanston, IL
A shower that won't stop dripping, water that turns hot or cold without warning or a stain on the ceiling below. We repair shower and tub valves and fixtures in Evanston homes. Our Evanston office is on Orrington Avenue, downtown.
Shower Problems We Fix
Call when:
It Drips
A worn cartridge or washer.
Temperature Swings
An old or worn valve.
Low Pressure
Scale or old pipe.
A Stain Below
A leak at the valve or drain.
Shower Repairs in Evanston Homes
Evanston bathrooms range from original vintage tile to new remodels.
Old Two- and Three-Handle Valves
We rebuild or replace them.
Scale on Showerheads
Hard water clogs the nozzles.
Clawfoot Tubs
We repair tub faucets, risers and drains.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
Fix it without tearing out tile where we can.
1. Diagnose
Through the trim if possible.
2. A Flat Price
First.
3. Tested
No drips, steady temperature.
Repairing Vintage Shower Valves
Many older Evanston bathrooms have two- or three-handle valves behind original tile. Parts for some of them are still available, and a rebuild can stop the drip without touching the tile. When parts can't be found, or the valve doesn't balance pressure, we can replace it through the wall opening and cover the old holes with a trim plate. If there's an access panel behind the shower, the job is even simpler.
What Affects the Price of Shower Repair
Rebuilding or replacing a cartridge is usually a short visit. Older valves may need parts that take time to find. Replacing a valve behind tile costs more than one behind an access panel. A leak below may need testing to find. We diagnose first and quote a flat price.
Customer Stories
Shower Repair Reviews
4.8 stars from 870 Google reviews for our Evanston office.
★★★★★
"Edgar did an excellent job on our shower and kitchen sink. He was friendly and efficient. Kept work area clean."
★★★★★
"Great experience with Ron! He is very friendly and professional. He walked us through the process and options for our problem and did a great job! Very excited to use our bathtub again! Thank you very much!"
★★★★★
"Christian was fantastic, appreciate his hard work & expertise. Even installed a shower head for us at no charge"
Got Questions?
Shower Questions From Evanston Homeowners
No pressure-balancing valve.
Older valves don't balance pressure. A new pressure-balancing valve fixes it.
Often.
Often. We work through the wall opening and use a trim plate to cover old holes.
Usually scale.
Usually scale in the showerhead or valve. Sometimes it's old supply pipe.
We'll test the valve, drain and tile.
We test the valve, drain and tile to find the source.
Yes.
Yes. We can also add a slide bar or a diverter for both.
Yes.
Yes. It holds the temperature you set, even when other fixtures run.
Usually scale on the cartridge.
Usually mineral scale on the cartridge. Replacing it makes the handle turn smoothly again.
It depends on the problem. You'll approve a flat price first.
It depends on what's wrong 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 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
Ready for a Shower That Works?
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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