Sewer Repair
Root intrusion, cracked pipe and repeat backups in sewer lines that are now 60 to 80 years old.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Hydro Jetting in Skokie, IL
If your main line needs rodding every few months, the roots and scale are still clinging to the pipe walls. Hydro jetting scours them off. We camera the line first and give you a flat price. Our office is on Lincoln Avenue.
The Basics
What Is Hydro Jetting?
Hydro jetting clears a sewer line with a high-pressure water stream, fed through the same cleanout access point used for rodding. A specialized nozzle sprays water in every direction as it moves through the pipe, scouring grease, scale, and roots off the entire pipe wall instead of just cutting a path through the middle. It's the fix for buildup that keeps coming back after rodding, or for roots that have worked into the pipe joints. Rodding opens the line back up. Hydro jetting cleans it.
When Skokie Lines Need Hydro Jetting
Jetting is worth it for:
Root Mats That Grow Back Fast
It strips root growth off the walls, not just the middle.
Heavily Scaled Cast Iron
It clears scale so old cast iron flows freely again.
Kitchen Lines With Decades of Grease
Postwar kitchen lines often carry 60 years of buildup.
Getting Ready for a Liner
A liner needs a clean pipe to bond to.
Why Jetting Works on Skokie Lines
Most Skokie lines are clay or cast iron from the 1940s to the 1960s.
We Check the Pipe First
Old clay can be cracked. The camera tells us what pressure it can take.
Cast Iron Gets Room to Flow
Scale can narrow a 4-inch pipe to a fraction of that.
Fewer Emergency Calls
A thoroughly cleaned line clogs less often than one that's only been rodded.
Footage Before and After
You see the difference.
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What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
Camera first, then pressure.
1. Inspect the Line
So we never jet a pipe that can't take it.
2. Jet at the Right Pressure
Set for clay, cast iron or PVC.
3. Show the Clean Pipe
A final camera pass at the price you approved.
Jetting Old Cast Iron Kitchen Lines
In many 1950s Skokie homes, the kitchen drain is cast iron. Over decades, the inside rusts and roughens, and grease sticks to that rough surface. A cable can poke through, but the line closes up again. Jetting removes the grease and loose scale, opening the pipe back up. If the pipe is too thin or cracked, we'll show you on camera and talk about replacement.
Customer Stories
Hydro Jetting Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
★★★★★
"We initially called and Edgar came when we had flooding in our basement, and throughout multiple days of different issues being found, he talked us through each piece, explaining our options, and kept in close communication about the progress and everything that had come up. He helped clear our drain, then fixed some piping in the basement, put a liner in our pipes, and installed a sump pump, staying late to ensure we had working plumbing."
★★★★★
"Emmanuel, Gio, and Greg were a great team. Handled the job with complete professionalism and left confident the money was well spent with the right people. Fixed the sewer line using the best method and technology. Good interpersonal skills. Thank you."
★★★★★
"George came and solved our problems right away. They are a full service plumbing company. It was a relief to know that our problem would be solved. He’s also great with dogs."
Got Questions?
Hydro Jetting Questions From Skokie Homeowners
Not if the pipe is sound. We check first.
Not if it's sound. We camera the line first and set the pressure for its condition. If a section is already broken, we'll recommend a repair first.
It clears them more completely.
Yes, for heavy roots. Rodding cuts a channel. Jetting removes the growth from the whole pipe wall, so it takes longer to return.
Yes.
Yes. Jetting removes grease and scale from cast iron lines and restores flow.
Every year or two if roots were the problem.
If roots were the cause, a camera check every year or two catches regrowth early.
Yes.
Yes. It clears built-up sludge that rodding leaves behind.
It depends on the line and buildup. You'll approve a flat price first.
It depends on the line length, access and how heavy the buildup is. You'll approve a flat-rate price before we start.
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)
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
Ready for a Line That Stays Clear?
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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