Sewer Repair
Tree roots, cracked clay pipe and repeat backups in the line from your house to the street.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
24/7 Emergency Plumbing in Joliet, IL
When water is pouring into your home at night or on a holiday, you need a plumber who answers. Our phone line is open 24/7, and our office on Ottawa Street in downtown Joliet keeps our plumbers close to every part of the city.
Does This Need a Plumber Tonight?
Call right away if any of these are happening in your Joliet home:
Sewage Coming Up a Floor Drain
Dirty water rising through a basement drain, tub or toilet means the line is blocked or the city sewer is surcharging. Stop running water upstairs.
A Pipe Has Split
Close the main shutoff first. Every minute it stays open puts more water into walls and ceilings.
The Sump Pit Is Overflowing
If the pump isn't kicking on and it's still raining, the basement floor is next.
Water Under the Water Heater
A puddle that keeps coming back means the tank is failing. Shut off the cold water to it and call.
You Smell Gas
Leave first. Call Nicor Gas or 911 from outside. We'll repair the line once they say it's safe.
The Meter Won't Stop Spinning
If every fixture is off and the meter still moves, water is going somewhere you can't see.
The Emergencies We See in Joliet Homes
Joliet's mix of century-old blocks near downtown and newer subdivisions on the west side means we see a wide range of emergencies. These are the most common.
Storm Backups in Older Neighborhoods
Combined sewers in older parts of Joliet fill fast in heavy rain, and water comes up through floor drains. Sewage backup service stops it and finds the cause.
Frozen and Burst Pipes
Will County winters bring stretches below zero. Pipes in exterior walls, garages and spigot lines split and leak when they thaw. See burst pipe repair.
Water Heaters Worn Out by Hard Water
Joliet's mineral-heavy well water shortens water heater life. When a tank fails, it often fails all at once. See water heater repair.
River Town Storms
Heavy summer storms along the Des Plaines River valley can drop inches of rain in a few hours. Sump pumps that run fine all year fail on exactly those nights. A sump pump with a battery backup is the best protection.
Old Shutoffs That Won't Turn
In older Joliet homes, the main valve may not have been touched in decades. When a pipe bursts, it can be stuck. We replace seized shutoffs so the next emergency is easier to stop.
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How an Emergency Call Works With Us
Fast help matters, and so does knowing what you're paying for.
1. A Person Picks Up
Call at 2 a.m. or on Christmas Eve and you'll reach someone who can dispatch a plumber, not a voicemail box.
2. Stop the Damage, Then Price It
The plumber stops the water or the backup, finds the cause and gives you a flat-rate price for the repair before starting it.
3. Straight Answers
If a temporary fix gets you through the night and the full repair can wait for daylight, we'll tell you.
Customer Stories
Real Emergencies, Real Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
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"We have a flood in our home and called the company for an emergency and they came out quick! Anthony was Quick and very knowledgeable about the process would recommend this company over and over again"
★★★★★
"So it's Christmas Eve and my sewer is backed up. J. Blanton did not hesitate or cancel my appointment. George and Mike were excellent! They were not rushed, answered all my questions. Very knowledgeable and honest, which goes a long way especially as a first time home owner."
★★★★★
"Super helpfull. They called back on a Sunday late afternoon and came out that evening. 3 plumbers came to the house on Monday to finish the job. Joe, George and Anthony. Highly recommend them. No one wants to have Sewage backing up, they treated it like an emergency and kept at it."
Got Questions?
Emergency Plumbing Questions From Joliet Homeowners
Call any time. Our downtown office keeps us close, and we'll give you a realistic window.
Call us any time, day or night. Our office on Ottawa Street is in downtown Joliet, close to the older neighborhoods and a short drive to the west side subdivisions. Arrival times depend on the day and call volume, but we'll give you a realistic window and get a plumber to you as soon as we can.
Shut off water at the nearest valve or the main. For gas, get out first.
Stop the water at the closest valve or shut off the main. Keep people and pets away from sewage. For a gas smell, leave and call Nicor Gas or 911 from outside.
Usually in the basement near the water meter. Turn it clockwise.
In most Joliet homes, it's in the basement near the water meter, where the line comes through the wall. Turn it clockwise. In an older home, test it before you need it, since old valves can stick.
Yes, through our lending partners, subject to credit approval.
Yes. If an emergency repair is more than you planned for, ask your technician about financing through our lending partners. Subject to credit approval.
After-hours rates can be higher, and you always get the price first.
After-hours rates can be higher. Either way, you get a flat price before any work begins, so there are no surprises on the bill.
It can be either. A camera inspection shows whether your line is blocked.
It can be either. If your own sewer line is blocked by roots or a break, the fix is on your side. If the city sewer is overloaded during a big storm, water can push back into your home even with a clear line. We clear the backup, camera the line and tell you which it is.
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 Joliet
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Drain Cleaning
Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.
Water Heaters
Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.
Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups to keep your basement dry through heavy rain.
Leak & Pipe Repair
Leaking pipes, drips under the sink and hidden leaks behind walls and ceilings.
Toilets & Showers
Running toilets, worn-out shower valves and new fixture installs.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
A Local Plumber, Day or Night
Our Joliet office is at 311 N Ottawa St, Suite 2, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Crest Hill, Lockport, Rockdale, Romeoville, Plainfield, New Lenox, Manhattan and more.
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