Sewer Repair
Root intrusion, cracked pipe and repeat backups in sewer lines that are now 60 to 80 years old.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Ejector Pump Repair and Replacement in Skokie, IL
A basement toilet that won't flush, a laundry tub that won't drain or an alarm that keeps going off. We repair and replace ejector pumps, including the ones that run overhead sewer systems. Our office is on Lincoln Avenue. Open 24/7.
The Basics
What Does an Ejector Pump Do?
Basement fixtures that sit below the sewer line can't drain on their own. They empty into a sealed basin, and the ejector pump pushes the wastewater up and out to the main line. A float starts the pump, and a check valve stops the water from falling back. In homes with an overhead sewer, the same kind of pump handles every basement drain.
Signs Your Ejector Pump Needs Help
Call when:
The Alarm Goes Off
Water in the basin is too high.
Basement Drains Are Slow
The pump can't keep up.
A Sewer Smell Lingers
Often the lid seal or the vent.
The Pump Runs Nonstop
A stuck float or bad check valve.
Ejector Pumps in Skokie Homes
Many Skokie basements have an ejector pump, either for a basement bathroom or as part of an overhead sewer.
Overhead Sewer Pumps
If your basement was converted to an overhead sewer, the ejector pump is what keeps it working. When it fails, every basement drain stops.
Laundry Lint
Washers draining to the basin send lint that wears out pumps. A lint trap helps.
Old Pumps From Earlier Conversions
Pumps installed 15 or 20 years ago are due for replacement.
Alarms That Work
We test the alarm on every visit. See overhead sewer systems.
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What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
We fix the pump and explain what failed.
1. Check the Whole Basin
Pump, float, check valve, lid and vent.
2. Repair or Replace
At a flat price.
3. Test It With Water
Before we leave.
Ejector Pumps in Overhead Sewer Systems
Many Skokie homes with overhead sewers rely on an ejector pump to lift every drop of basement wastewater. If that pump fails, the basement fixtures back up, even in dry weather. We replace failed pumps with units sized for the system, check the float and check valve and test the alarm. A second pump or battery backup adds protection if you use the basement every day.
Customer Stories
Ejector Pump Reviews
4.7 stars from 390 Google reviews for our Skokie office.
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"Joey came out and help me with my pump and it was quick and simple !"
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"Julian and Christian were at my house and flushed my water heater they also gave me a lot of information on my pumps that I didn’t know thank you j Blanton for keeping me informed"
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"Welhem installed a new sump pump system yesterday and did a great job!! He was very professional and answered all my questions . Very pleased with the job he did."
Got Questions?
Ejector Pump Questions From Skokie Homeowners
Stop using basement drains and call us.
Stop using the laundry, floor drain and any basement fixtures, and call us. Without the pump, the basin will overflow.
Often 7 to 10 years.
Often around 7 to 10 years, depending on use.
A worn seal, vent issue or dry trap.
Usually a worn basin lid seal, a vent connection or a floor drain trap that dried out.
Sometimes, depending on the basin.
Sometimes. Some basins can hold a duplex setup with two pumps. We'll look at yours.
Run water and listen.
Run water in a basement fixture and listen for the pump to start and stop.
It depends on the pump and basin. You'll approve a flat price first.
It depends on the pump, the basin and access. You'll approve a flat-rate price 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
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What We Fix
Plumbing Services in Skokie
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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.
Toilets & Fixtures
Running toilets, leaky faucets and new fixture installs for kitchens and bathrooms.
Leak & Pipe Repair
Leaking water lines, low pressure from old galvanized pipe and hidden leaks behind walls.
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.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Basement Drains Backed Up? Call Us.
Our Skokie office is at 8001 Lincoln Ave #301, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Lincolnwood, Morton Grove, Niles, Evanston, Wilmette, Glenview, Golf and more.
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