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Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Leak Detection and Repair in Northbrook, IL
A drip under the sink is easy to find. A leak inside a wall, under a floor or in the line coming into the house isn't. We track leaks down, fix them and give you a flat price before any work. From our headquarters on Techny Road in Northbrook.
Signs of a Hidden Leak
Leaks don't always show up as water. Watch for these:
A Water Bill That Jumps
If your bill climbs and your habits didn't change, water is going somewhere you can't see.
Stains or Soft Drywall
Stains on a ceiling under a bathroom, bubbling paint or soft spots in the floor point to a leak behind the surface.
A Musty Smell Downstairs
A damp smell in a finished basement with no visible water often traces back to a slow leak.
A Meter That Won't Stop
Turn off every fixture and watch the water meter. If it keeps moving, you have a leak.
Leak Repairs We Handle
From a dripping trap to a split line in the wall:
Fixture and Valve Leaks
Faucets, shutoff valves, supply lines and traps. See faucet repair.
Hidden Pipe Leaks
Leaks inside walls, ceilings and floors, found with as little opening up as possible.
Water Line Leaks
Leaks in the main water line, basement supply lines and connections in crawl spaces and utility rooms.
Why Leaks Start in Northbrook Homes
About a third of Northbrook homes were built between 1940 and 1969, and another third in the 1970s and 1980s. Each era has its own weak spots.
Galvanized Pipe in Postwar Homes
Galvanized steel corrodes from the inside. After 60 years, it thins out at the threaded joints, which is where most of these leaks start.
Copper and Fittings in 1970s and 1980s Homes
Copper from this era can develop pinhole leaks, and the original valves and fittings are wearing out. A shutoff that won't close all the way is a leak waiting to happen.
Freeze Damage That Shows Up Later
With about eight nights a year at or below zero, a spigot line or exterior-wall pipe can split in January and not leak until it thaws. See burst pipe repair.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
Finding the leak is half the job. Here's how we handle the rest.
1. Options, Not a Sales Pitch
Your plumber explains what's wrong in plain English first, then walks you through your options. You decide.
2. A Clear Price Before Any Work Starts
You get a flat-rate price before we touch anything, with no surprise add-ons when the job is done.
3. Respect for Your Home
Shoe covers on, work area protected, and the space cleaned up before we leave.
Customer Stories
Leak Repair Reviews
4.7 stars from 762 Google reviews for our Northbrook office.
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"Ty Williams from J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain helped make needed plumbing repairs to my home in Glenview and did an excellent job. He was friendly and professional. He worked quickly and did a great job. As a result of my experience I would highly recommend Ty and J. Blanton Plumbing."
★★★★★
"Ty was awesome. Not only did he find the problem more accurately than previous people who came out, he fixed it same day and explained everything in detail with a great personality and an accommodating demeanor. I couldn’t be happier with the work that he did and how he did it."
★★★★★
"We had a difficult leaky pipe situation and things could have gone bad quickly, but Alex took care to find a solution that was the least intrusive to our home and lives. He was very kind, knowledgable and thoughtful throughout the process and we appreciate the effort he put into fixing our home!"
Got Questions?
Leak Questions From Northbrook Homeowners
Turn off all fixtures and watch your meter. If it moves, you likely have a leak.
Turn off every fixture and check your water meter. If the meter keeps moving, water is going somewhere. Other signs include a higher water bill, stains, bubbling paint, soft floors and a musty smell.
Usually. We narrow down the location first so any opening is small.
In most cases we can narrow down the location before opening anything, so any opening is small and targeted. We'll show you where we think the leak is and why before we cut.
One leak on sound pipe is a repair. Repeat leaks on old pipe may mean replacing the section.
A single leak on otherwise sound pipe is usually a repair. If the pipe is old galvanized steel or keeps leaking in new places, replacing the section can save you from repeat repairs. We'll explain both options.
Yes. We repair leaks on the main water line and replace sections when it makes sense.
Yes. If the main water line is leaking where it enters the house or along the basement wall, we repair it or replace the damaged section. We'll show you where the leak is and explain the options first.
It depends on location and access. You get a flat-rate price before any work begins.
It depends on where the leak is, how easy it is to reach and what the pipe or fixture needs. We give you a flat-rate price before any work begins.
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 Northbrook
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Water Heaters
Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.
Drain Cleaning
Slow or clogged kitchen, bathroom and basement drains, cleared and checked.
Faucets & Fixtures
Leaky faucets, worn-out shut-off valves and new kitchen and bathroom fixture installs.
Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups for heavy rain and spring snowmelt.
Gas Lines & Fireplaces
Gas line repair, leak detection and gas fireplace service.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Found a Leak? Let's Stop It.
Our Northbrook office is at 1945 Techny Road, #11, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Glenview, Northfield, Deerfield, Wheeling, Prospect Heights, Lincolnshire, Winnetka and more.
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