Sewer Repair
Root intrusion, cracked pipe and repeat backups in sewer lines that are now 60 to 80 years old.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Emergency Plumber in Skokie, IL
Sewage at the floor drain, a pipe spraying in the basement or no hot water on a January night. Call us any time, including weekends and holidays. We'll get a plumber to you as soon as we can. Our office is on Lincoln Avenue.
Is It an Emergency?
Call right away for:
Sewage in the Basement
Through the floor drain, toilet or tub.
A Burst or Leaking Pipe
That doesn't stop when you close the valve.
A Failed Pump
Sump or ejector, with water rising.
A Gas Smell
Leave the house, then call Nicor Gas or 911.
No Water or Heat to the Water
Especially in winter.
Emergencies We See in Skokie
When most of a town's plumbing is the same age, the emergencies follow a pattern.
Main Line Backups
Roots in old clay can stop a line overnight.
Old Pipe That Gives Out
Galvanized and cast iron can fail without warning.
Storm Backups
In May 2020, 7.35 inches of rain fell on Skokie in five days.
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What You Get When You Call J. Blanton
Help that shows up and a price you see first.
1. Answered 24/7
Nights, weekends and holidays.
2. A Flat Price First
Even in an emergency.
3. Fixed Properly
Not just patched until morning.
What to Do on a Storm Night
If rain is heavy and water starts rising at the floor drain, stop using water in the house so you're not adding to it. Check that the sump pump is running and has power. Move valuables off the basement floor. If sewage is coming up, keep everyone out of the water. Then call us. We'll clear the line and, once the storm passes, talk about protection.
The Emergencies Skokie Homeowners Call About Most
Most of our urgent Skokie calls are sewer backups through the basement floor drain, sump and ejector pumps that stop during storms, frozen pipes on outside walls and water heaters that leak without warning. Each has a quick first step while we're on the way: stop using water, check the pump's power or shut off the main.
Customer Stories
Real Emergencies, Real Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
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"Came late at night to unclog drain that kept overflowing. Got in unclogged for me. Thanks again man. I'll be able to sleep tonight."
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"Awesome! Trevor was friendly and fixed our toilet blockage problem. Same day service. Also provided me w estimate in case I’d like to get a new toilet in the future. Highly recommend - found my new plumbing service! 😊"
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"John showed up on an emergency call and within a few minutes of arriving resolved our issues. Thank you John and J. Blanton plumbing."
Got Questions?
Emergency Plumbing Questions From Skokie Homeowners
Yes.
Yes. Our phone line is open 24/7, including weekends and holidays.
Shut off the water and stay safe.
For a leak, close the main valve. For a backup, stop using water. Stay out of water near outlets.
Usually in the basement at the front wall.
In most homes, it's in the basement where the water line comes in from the street, near the meter.
Yes.
Yes. You'll get a flat-rate price before any work begins.
As soon as we can.
Arrival times depend on the day and the weather, but we work to get a plumber to you as soon as we can.
Call if water is rising.
Call if water is rising or the sump pump has stopped.
Yes, 24/7.
Yes. Stop using basement fixtures and call us.
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 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.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Plumbing Emergency? Call Us Now.
Our Skokie office is at 8001 Lincoln Ave, Suite 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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