Water Heaters
Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
24/7 Emergency Plumbing in McHenry, IL
A sump pump that quits while the river is rising, a water heater that floods the basement or a pipe that splits on a January night. Our phone line is open 24/7, and our office on West Elm Street keeps our plumbers close to McHenry and the lake communities.
When to Call a Plumber Right Away
Don't wait if:
The Sump Pump Has Stopped
Water is rising in the pit, and the rain or snowmelt hasn't stopped.
Water Is Coming Up a Drain
Floor drain, basement toilet or shower. Stop using water.
A Pipe Has Burst
Shut the main valve, then call.
The Water Heater Is Leaking
Close the cold water valve on top of the tank.
You Smell Gas
Leave. Call Nicor Gas or 911 from outside.
No Water at All in Winter
A frozen service line or main pipe. Don't use heat guns or torches.
Emergencies We See in McHenry
McHenry's emergencies follow the water and the weather.
High Water and Failed Sump Pumps
When the Fox River and the lakes rise, sump pumps run nonstop. In July 2017, after heavy rain and river flooding, the state declared McHenry County a disaster area. See sump pumps.
Water Heaters Worn Down by Hard Water
Hard groundwater shortens water heater life. When a tank fails, it can flood the basement fast. See water heater repair.
Frozen Pipes
McHenry County winters bring long stretches below freezing. Pipes in exterior walls, crawl spaces and garages freeze first. See burst pipe repair.
Seasonal Homes
Lake homes that sit empty in winter can freeze if the heat fails. A leak can run for days before anyone notices.
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What You Get When You Call J. Blanton
A plumber, not a salesperson.
1. We Pick Up
Nights, weekends and holidays.
2. Stop the Damage, Price the Repair
Water stopped first, then a flat-rate price for the fix.
3. Honest Advice
If it can safely wait until morning, we'll tell you.
Customer Stories
Real Emergencies, Real Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
★★★★★
"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."
★★★★★
"Josh Reid came by on Saturday night around 8pm to help us with an emergency plumbing issue. He was beyond friendly and very honest with us. He was able to help us route our line to stop the back flow that was occurring in the house. I could tell he really cared about our situation and didn't seem annoyed at all considering it was Saturday night."
Got Questions?
Emergency Plumbing Questions From McHenry Homeowners
Call any time. We'll give you a realistic window.
Call us any time. Our West Elm Street office keeps us close to McHenry and the lake communities. 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.
Turn off the main and the well pump, then call.
Close the main valve and, if you're on a well, turn off the pump at the breaker. Open a faucet and don't use heat guns or torches on frozen pipes. Call us and we'll thaw and check the lines.
Check the breaker, start the backup and move valuables.
Check the breaker and the plug, make sure the backup is running and move anything valuable off the floor. Then call us.
Yes.
Yes. Our McHenry office serves the lake communities around the Chain O'Lakes.
It depends on the problem. The price comes first.
Every emergency is priced on what's wrong and what it takes to fix. You'll have a flat-rate number 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
- VIP Priority Scheduling Status (Skip the Queue)
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.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Plumbing Emergency? We're Answering Now.
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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