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Burst and Frozen Pipe Repair in McHenry, IL
A pipe that splits during a McHenry County cold snap can flood a basement or a ceiling fast. Our phone line is open 24/7. We stop the water, repair the pipe and help you keep it from happening again. From our office on West Elm Street.
What to Do if a Pipe Bursts
Before we arrive:
1. Shut Off the Water
Close the main valve. On a well, turn off the well pump at the breaker.
2. Cut Power Near the Water
Only if you can reach the breaker safely.
3. Open a Faucet
Relieve pressure in the lines.
4. Call Us
Any hour.
Signs a Pipe Has Burst
It's not always obvious:
Pressure Drops Suddenly
- Water is escaping before it reaches the tap.
The Well Pump Keeps Running
- With nothing on, the pump shouldn't be working.
Water Sounds in the Wall
- Running water with every fixture off.
A Growing Stain
- Often on a ceiling or an exterior wall.
Signs Your Pipes Are Frozen
Catch it before it splits:
One Tap Gives Nothing
On a frigid morning, that line is likely frozen.
Frost on a Pipe
In a crawl space, garage or along the rim joist.
No Water at All
The main line or well line may be frozen. Call us.
Why Pipes Freeze in McHenry Homes
McHenry County winters bring long stretches below freezing, and open country lets the wind in.
Crawl Spaces and Rim Joists
Pipes along the top of the basement wall or in a crawl space sit right next to cold air.
Rooms Over Garages
Many 1990s and 2000s homes have bathrooms or bedrooms over an attached garage, with pipes in the cold floor.
Lake Homes Left Empty
A seasonal home whose heat fails in January can freeze from top to bottom.
Outdoor Spigots
Hoses left connected trap water. Older spigots split inside the wall.
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What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
Stop it, fix it, prevent it.
1. Stop the Water
Main and well shut off and the area made safe.
2. Repair and Thaw
Fix the split and thaw other frozen sections.
3. Prevent the Next One
Insulation, rerouting or freeze-resistant spigots, priced first.
Customer Stories
Burst Pipe Repair Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
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"Im back here again, writing another review ! arrived at 8 , and out by 10, fixed our burst pipe for our outdoor spigot. Thank you Anthony C ! promp, polite , professional, and fast !"
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"Edgar Herrera was a stellar representative for J Blanton’s. He addressed the broken water pipe in an efficient, timely manner. He offered approximate next steps. Definitely 5 stars!"
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"Outstanding Work on a Tough Basement Job! I can’t say enough good things about this plumbing team. They tackled a very challenging pipe replacement job in our basement, and from start to finish, they were professional, skilled, and incredibly thorough. The space was tight, the old piping was a mess, and there were unexpected complications along the way but they handled everything with confidence and expertise. [...]"
Got Questions?
Burst Pipe Questions From McHenry Homeowners
Turn off the well pump at the breaker and close the main valve.
Turn off the breaker for the well pump and close the main valve near the pressure tank. That stops new water from being pumped into the broken line.
Open the faucet and warm the pipe slowly. No open flames.
Open the faucet, then warm the pipe slowly with a hair dryer or space heater, starting near the faucet. Never use a torch. If you can't reach it, call us.
Keep heat on and shut off the water, or have it winterized.
Keep the heat on at a safe level and shut off the main water when you leave. For long absences, have the plumbing drained and winterized. We can do it.
It split while frozen and leaked when it thawed.
Ice splits the pipe while frozen. Water escapes once it thaws, so leaks often appear a day or two later.
It depends on the location and the pipe. You get a flat price first.
It depends on where the break is, the pipe type and access. We give you a flat-rate price before any work begins.
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
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What We Fix
Plumbing Services in McHenry
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Drain Cleaning
Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.
Sewer Repair
Tree roots, cracked pipe and repeat backups in the line from your house to the street.
Toilets & Showers
Running toilets, leaky shower valves and new fixture installs.
Leak Repair
Hidden leaks behind walls, under floors and around fixtures, found and fixed.
Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups to keep your basement dry through heavy rain.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
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Our McHenry office is at 3406 W Elm St, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Johnsburg, Wonder Lake, Ringwood, Spring Grove, Lakemoor, Fox Lake, Island Lake, Woodstock and more.
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