Sewer Repair
Root intrusion, cracked pipe and repeat backups in sewer lines that are now 60 to 80 years old.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Trenchless Sewer Repair in Skokie, IL
A Skokie lateral usually runs under the front lawn, the walk and a parkway tree. Trenchless repair rebuilds the pipe through small openings, so most of that stays put. Our office is on Lincoln Avenue.
Know the Basics
What Is Trenchless Sewer Repair?
Trenchless sewer repair, also called no-dig sewer repair, fixes a damaged pipe without digging a trench along its full length. Instead of opening up your yard from the house to the street, we work through one or two access points and repair the pipe from the inside or replace it in place. There are two main methods: cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining and pipe bursting. Both fix the line underground, so what's above it stays untouched.
Why Trenchless Fits Skokie Homes
Postwar Skokie lots are compact, with the sewer often running right beside the house and under the walk.
Clay With Many Open Joints
When roots have opened joints along the whole line, a full-length liner seals the joints it covers.
Parkway Trees Over the Pipe
No trench through the root zone.
Walks, Stoops and Driveways
They can usually stay in place.
Collapsed Sections Get Fixed First
A liner needs an open pipe, so we spot-repair any collapse before lining.
Which Method Fits Your Line?
Based on the footage:
| What We See | Recommended Approach | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Cracks or roots, pipe still round | Pipe lining | Seals the line from inside |
| Pipe too broken to line | Pipe bursting | Pulls new pipe through the old path |
| One bad section | Spot repair | Fixes only what's broken |
| Collapse | Excavation | The pipe can't be lined or burst |
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What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
A good trenchless job starts with a clean, recorded line.
1. Clean It, Then Record It
Every problem located and measured.
2. Plan the Small Openings
Placed to protect trees and hardscape.
3. Flat Price, Final Footage
Approved first, recorded again when done.
A Trenchless Repair in a Skokie Yard
Skokie lots are often modest, with the line running under a front lawn, a driveway or both. On lining day, we clean the line, run the camera, install the liner from a cleanout or small opening and let it cure. Then we reopen any branch connections and record the finished pipe. Most homeowners have their plumbing back by evening.
Customer Stories
Trenchless Sewer Repair 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."
★★★★★
"The ENG team did an amazing job installing a liner on our sewer line. It was a very technical job that required a full days work, but they managed wonderfully despite the unexpected snow and inclement weather conditions. Just as important, they were very kind through the process. Thank you!!! Services Outdoor plumbing system repair"
★★★★★
"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!"
Got Questions?
Trenchless Sewer Questions From Skokie Homeowners
Often, if it's still round.
Often. If the camera shows the clay is cracked but still holding its shape, it can be lined. Collapsed spots get fixed first.
Decades.
Liners are designed to last for decades, and the lined section has no joints for roots to enter.
Sometimes.
Sometimes. If your line has no good access point, we may add a cleanout, which also makes future service easier.
Often a day or two.
Many Skokie jobs take a day or two, depending on length and method.
Yes, where the liner covers.
Yes, in the lined section. Roots can't get through a seamless liner, and we check the ends on camera.
It depends on length, depth and method. You'll approve a flat price first.
It depends on how much of the line needs work, the depth, the method and access. You'll approve a flat-rate price before we start.
Annual Protection Plan
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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
Ready to Fix Your Sewer Without the Trench?
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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