Sewer Repair
Root intrusion, cracked pipe and repeat backups in sewer lines that are now 60 to 80 years old.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Water Filtration and Water Testing in Skokie, IL
Better-tasting water, fewer spots on glasses and less scale in the water heater. We test your water and recommend a filter or softener that fits your home. Our office is on Lincoln Avenue.
Filtration Options for Skokie Homes
We install:
Kitchen Sink Filters
Cleaner drinking and cooking water.
Whole-House Filters
Treated water at every faucet and shower.
Softeners
Less scale on fixtures and in appliances.
Refrigerator Lines
Connected and leak-tested.
Water Testing in Skokie
We test for what affects your plumbing and your taste buds, like hardness, chlorine and sediment, and explain the results in plain English.
Skokie's water comes from Lake Michigan and is treated at the City of Evanston's plant. For health-related questions, a state-certified lab can run a full panel, and we'll point you to one.
Water in Skokie Homes
Skokie's Lake Michigan water is treated and tested before it reaches you. The pipes it travels through inside an older home are another story.
Old Pipe Inside the House
In homes with original galvanized lines, rust can tint the first water of the morning. A filter helps with taste, but the real fix is the pipe.
Filters for Taste
Many homeowners filter for taste and smell.
Protecting Appliances
Softening and filtration reduce scale in water heaters and dishwashers.
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What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
We test before we recommend anything.
1. Test the Water
At your tap.
2. Explain the Options
From one filter to whole-house treatment.
3. Install It Cleanly
At a flat price.
What Affects the Price of Filtration
Under-sink filters are the simplest. Softeners and whole-house filters go on the main line and need space, a drain and power nearby. We test and quote a flat price.
Customer Stories
Water Filtration Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
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Got Questions?
Water Filtration Questions From Skokie Homeowners
Often old galvanized pipe inside the house.
In older homes, it's often rust from galvanized pipe that sat overnight. Running the water clears it. If it's constant, call us to check the pipes.
It's treated. Filters are mostly for taste and appliances.
It's treated and tested. Most people who filter do it for taste or to protect appliances.
It depends on your water.
It depends on the hardness and what you want to protect. We test and tell you honestly.
It depends on the system.
Under-sink cartridges usually every several months. Whole-house filters vary.
Yes, from Evanston's plant.
Yes. Skokie's Lake Michigan water is treated at Evanston's plant.
It may, but find the cause first.
It may, but brown water often points to old pipe. We'll find the cause first.
It depends on the system. You'll approve a flat price first.
It depends on what your water needs and the system you choose. You'll approve a flat-rate price before we install.
Annual Protection Plan
Join the No Drip Club
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.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Ready for Better Water?
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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