Sewer Repair
Tree roots, cracked clay pipe and repeat backups in the line from your house to the street.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Trenchless Sewer Repair in Joliet, IL
Your sewer line runs under something you'd rather not dig up: an old tree, a stone walk, a driveway or a detached garage. Trenchless repair fixes the pipe from the inside through one or two small access points. From our office on Ottawa Street.
Know the Basics
What Is Trenchless Sewer Repair?
Trenchless sewer repair, also called no-dig sewer repair, fixes a damaged pipe without digging a trench along its full length. Instead of opening up your yard from the house to the street, we work through one or two access points and repair the pipe from the inside or replace it in place. There are two main methods: cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining and pipe bursting. Both fix the line underground, so what's above it stays untouched.
Why Trenchless Fits Joliet Homes
Joliet's oldest neighborhoods have the oldest sewer lines, and some of the hardest lots to dig.
Historic Lots, Mature Trees
Neighborhoods like the Upper Bluff have homes dating back to about 1850, with big trees and established yards. Lining the pipe leaves the roots and landscaping alone.
Clay Lines Are Good Candidates
Root-cracked clay joints are what lining handles best. One liner seals every joint at once.
Newer Lines Too
In west side subdivisions, a PVC line with a cracked fitting or an offset joint can often be lined as well. A deep sag may need a spot repair first.
Does Trenchless Work on Your Joliet Sewer Line?
It depends on what's wrong with the pipe. Here's how the common problems in Joliet lines usually sort out:
| What the Camera Shows | Trenchless Usually Works | Usually Needs a Spot Dig |
|---|---|---|
| Roots through clay joints in an older home | Yes | Rarely |
| Cracked or corroded clay or cast iron | Yes | Rarely |
| A cracked fitting or offset joint in newer PVC | Usually | Sometimes |
| A deep sag where the soil settled | Not on its own | Yes, for that section |
| A collapsed or crushed section | No | Yes |
A camera inspection sorts your line into one of these before anyone recommends a method.
The Two Methods773-724-9272
How We Fix a Line Without the Trench
Both happen underground. Which one we use depends on how much of the old pipe is left.
Lining the Old Pipe
After cleaning the line, we pull a resin-soaked liner through it and cure it with light. It hardens into a jointless pipe that roots can't get through.
Bursting and Replacing
If the old pipe can't hold a liner, we pull a new pipe through it while a cone-shaped head breaks the old one apart.
Proof on Camera
We record the line before and after, and you get a flat rate before the work starts.
Customer Stories
Trenchless Sewer Repair Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
★★★★★
"The technicians and plumbers involved were prompt, friendly, courteous and explained everything with the sewer lining project. The sewer lines were cleaned, repaired, and inspected before the new lining was installed. I recommend them with no reservations!"
★★★★★
"We had a sewer liner installed yesterday by Mason Lanier & his crew from J. Blanton Plumbing. They were on time, worked efficiently & diligently to complete all the work in difficult weather conditions. We are very pleased to have this work completed & impressed with Mason & Co."
★★★★★
"The ENG team did an amazing job installing a liner on our sewer line. It was a very technical job that required a full days work, but they managed wonderfully despite the unexpected snow and inclement weather conditions. Just as important, they were very kind through the process. Thank you!!!"
Got Questions?
Trenchless Sewer Repair Questions From Joliet Homeowners
Usually. We clean it first, and if it's sound enough, the liner goes right in.
Usually. We clean the line first, often with hydro jetting, and check it on camera. If the old pipe holds its shape, a liner goes in and seals every joint. If a section has collapsed, we'll fix that spot first.
In most cases. We plan small access points around them.
In most cases, yes. We place one or two small access points after looking at your trees, driveway, walks and garage. If anything needs a spot dig, we'll tell you before we start.
It depends on length, method and access. You get a flat price first.
It depends on how much of the line needs work, lining or bursting, the number of access points and what the camera finds. Skipping the trench also means less to restore afterward. You get a flat-rate price before any work begins.
Usually just one or two small pits. Sometimes a damaged section needs a spot dig too.
Usually just one or two small access pits. Older lines can have more than one weak spot, so sometimes one section needs a traditional spot repair. The camera tells us before we start.
Annual Protection Plan
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- Two Free Professional Maintenance Visits per Year
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- 5-Year Parts and Labor Warranty on Approved Projects
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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.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Ready to Fix Your Sewer Line Without the Trench?
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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