J. Blanton technician working on a Chicago sewer line
Serving Homeowners for 30+ years

Sewer Services

Sewer line work isn't typical plumbing. It takes specialized equipment and a more accurate diagnosis than most repairs around your home. Hire a crew that hasn't done this before, and a simple-looking job can turn into an expensive mess once the ground is open.

  • 2,000+ Installs a year
  • No Subcontractors
  • 4.8 Stars in Google Reviews
  • Price Match Guarantee
Understanding the Options

Sewer Services We Provide

We handle everything from small sewer repairs to full line replacements. That includes camera inspections to pinpoint the problem and trenchless repair options that skip digging up your yard. Here's a look at what we offer.

Two J. Blanton plumbers pouring resin into a sewer liner bag to prepare a trenchless pipe lining

Trenchless Sewer Repair

Repairs a damaged line by lining the pipe in place, with no digging up your yard.

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J. Blanton plumber feeding the cable from a drum rodding machine into an outdoor sewer cleanout in a front yard

Sewer Rodding

Mechanical clearing for blockages like tree roots, grease, and debris, so water flows again fast.

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J. Blanton plumbers working a sewer lining machine connected to the cleanout at a residential sewer repair

Sewer Line Repair

Fixes for damaged sections of pipe (cracks, joint separation, root intrusion through a seam) without replacing the whole line.

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J. Blanton Plumbing technician guiding a hose into a sewer line access point during a replacement job

Sewer Line Replacement

For lines too far gone for a targeted repair: extensive cracking, collapse, or pipe material breaking down along most of its length.

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J. Blanton plumber opening an outdoor sewer cleanout in a front yard, with the sewer camera reel ready beside him

Sewer Line Maintenance

Routine service that catches small issues, like early root growth or a slow drain, before years of buildup turn into a backup in your basement.

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Two J. Blanton plumbers watching the monitor of a sewer camera during a backyard sewer line inspection

Sewer Camera Inspection

A camera run through your line before we recommend anything, so you see exactly what's wrong and we walk you through the options.

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J. Blanton Plumbing technician hydro jetting a sewer line through a Chicago street manhole

Hydro Jetting

High-pressure water clears grease, scale, and root buildup that rodding alone can't fully remove.

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J. Blanton Plumbing technician gluing PVC pipe fittings in an excavated trench during a new sewer line installation

Sewer Line Installation

New sewer line installation for new construction, conversions, and properties that need a first-time connection or a full system upgrade.

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J. Blanton Plumbing technician installing an overhead sewer pipe along a basement ceiling

Overhead Sewer Systems

Converts a gravity-fed line into a pump-driven system that keeps sewage moving up and out, even during heavy rain.

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The Dirty Truth

Understanding Sewer Work

Sewer line work is the fastest-evolving corner of the trade. If you want the best results, you need a company that's always investing in advanced equipment, plus an experienced crew that knows how to use it. That's exactly what we've built:

J. Blanton crew members working together on a Chicago sewer line inspection

A Crew With Proven Experience

We complete 2,000+ sewer liner installs a year, more than anyone else in the market. That means surprises underground rarely catch us off guard.

Blue-light curing camera view inside a Chicago sewer line

A Company With the Right Equipment

We have five fully loaded trailers, so nothing waits on gear. We use blue-light curing technology, which is faster and results in stronger liners.

The J. Blanton Difference

Why Choose Us for Sewer Services?

Sewer problems don't always show up right away. Issues during installation or repairs can take years to surface. That's why you need to choose a company that can stand behind their work for the long haul.

Accountability in the Plumbing Industry

The survival rate for small businesses in the plumbing industry is low. More than half of plumbing companies don't make it past five years. That means they can't return for follow-up work or be held accountable.

65%

Of Plumbing Companies Fail Within 10 Years

We’ve Been Here Since 1993.

We’ll Be Here When You Need Us.

Financing

Fix It With Financing As Low As 0%

We’ve partnered with trusted lenders, so you can get the service you need now and pay on your terms.

Subject to credit approval. Rates and terms vary.

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Where We Work

Sewer Service Across
Chicagoland and Central Ohio

We're not limited to one neighborhood. We have offices from Northbrook to Naperville, and from Evanston to Elgin. No matter where in Chicagoland you are, we can get a crew to your sewer line.

Customer Stories

Sewer Services Reviews

The plumbing industry has a problem: over 600,000 one-star reviews on Google, nationwide. No-shows, inflated quotes, and unlicensed work happen often enough to be the norm. We set out to be the exception. Here's what our customers say happens when we show up instead.

"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!"
Terrence Thompson
Verified Customer

"Rick was on time, polite, willing to explain the whole process. Tree roots had broken the remaining clay pipes under my front lawn and ramp. Inserting a liner with a 25 year warranty was the most logical choice I could make. The job went well and quickly."

Pat Martin
Verified Customer

"Had a great experience with J. Blanton Plumbing in all regards... I was given several options for resolution on the spot with price quotes up front... yes, J. Blanton was more expensive than everyone else, albeit... I am willing to pay a little more for great customer service and professionalism."

fixedweasel
Verified Customer

Annual Protection Plan

Join the No Drip Club for Year-Round Sewer Protection

Prevent catastrophes before they disrupt your life. The No Drip Club ensures your waste and sewer lines are monitored and serviced regularly by J. Blanton’s absolute best.

  • 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)
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Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

If rodding clears the drain and it stays clear, it’s usually just a clog, not pipe damage.

If a drain is slow or backing up but clears with rodding and stays clear, it’s usually a clog, not damage to the pipe. If the same drain keeps backing up after clearing, or you’re seeing multiple symptoms at once, that’s a sign the issue is bigger than a clog. We run a camera through the line to confirm exactly what’s going on before recommending a fix.

We run a small camera through your line and record everything it finds, so you see exactly what’s going on.

We run a small camera through your sewer line and record everything it finds: cracks, root intrusion, blockages, misalignment. You see the same footage we do, so you know exactly what’s wrong before we talk about how to fix it.

It depends on what’s wrong and how much work it takes. We’ll always give you a flat rate before starting.

Cost depends on what’s actually wrong: the depth of the line, how much of it needs work, and whether we can fix it without digging. We walk you through your options and give you a flat rate before any work starts. Give us a call and we’ll tell you what it’ll take for your situation.

Rodding is usually same-day. Repairs and relining take longer since they involve fixing the pipe itself.

It depends on the method. Rodding usually clears a blockage the same day. Repair or trenchless relining takes longer, since it involves fixing or replacing damaged pipe rather than just clearing it. We’ll give you a timeline specific to your line once we’ve seen what’s going on.

Yes, a sewer backup doesn’t wait for business hours, so neither do we.

Yes, a sewer backup doesn’t wait for business hours, so neither do we. If you’re seeing standing water, sewage smell, or backups into your home, call us and we’ll get someone out to you.

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Ready to Stop Worrying About Your Sewer Line?

We've been fixing sewer lines for over 30 years, and we'll tell you exactly what's wrong before we touch anything. One call gets it handled.

Call Now: 773-724-9272