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Avatar for A-1 Patrick's Sewer & Pipe Services
A-1 Patrick's Sewer & Pipe Services
4.6(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Patrick was promptly in figuring out what our issue was. He was able to rod the line and get the water to start draining out. Explained why the line clogged and what to do to help it from happening again. He will be my go to plumber"
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Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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SewerServ Drain Solutions
5.0(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a stubborn drain clog that was causing water to back up in my sink, and I couldn't be happier with how it was resolved! The service was quick, professional, and effective. The technician diagnosed the problem immediately and used the right tools to clear the clog thoroughly. Now my drain is flowing smoothly again, and I couldn't be more satisfied. Highly recommend for anyone dealing with stubborn drain issues!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
4.8(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Just great. Joe called just minutes after my posting and was able to come out within an hour to provide an estimate. The pricing was very good so I asked when he could complete the job, he said now !!! Yahoo. Work was done as soon as he was able to purchase the Rheem tank, very quickly, efficiently, cleanly. What a great experience even considering"
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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by68%of homeowners
Charlie's Plumbing Heating & Sewerage Service Inc
4.6(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"When I arrived home on August 31st at around 10:30 pm. I noticed water leaking from my air conditioning unit and was damaging my hard wood floor already. I immediately texted Charlie and asked him if he was available to come fix it. He replied whiting minutes and told me that he could be at my house the next day around noon. He arrived at 12:30 the next day and started working on my air conditioner. He had to cut the drainage pipes because they were clogged and were causing the water to leak. It took him about 1 hour and 30 minutes to fix it. I highly recommend Charlie's Plumbing Heating & Sewerage Service Ing. He was very professional and knowledgeable about the job. He was at my house at the promised time, although I wasn't expecting him to arrived at that time. This is the second time I hire Charlie's Plumbing Heating & Sewerage Service Ing. Thank you Cahrlie. Joe."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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24 Action Plumbing
4.8(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ed and his Crew was professional. They respected my home. After they completed the job, they also cleaned behind themselves. There was no mess for me to clean up. The water in my bathtub is flowing like a charm. Their price was very reasonable. Ed's explanation of my problem was easy to understand. They were fantastic I can recommend them without hesitation."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vanguard Plumbing And Sewer, Inc
4.9(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had back up from a drain line, and it was particularly difficult to access in our vintage multi-unit building. Vanguard was able to diagnose the problem and fix it. They were prompt, professional and very reasonably priced. I will definitely be using them again at our buildings."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Able Sewerage Company
4.8(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1957

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Once they located the main drain line, they did a really job of clearing it out. However, they left the debris from the drain line in the front yard and left deep tracks in the front lawn from their equipment."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chicago Sewer Experts
4.5(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prompt. Professional. Felt I paid a slight premium given the task -- a clogged drain -- but totally worth it since the previous guy rodded the drain 25 feet and still didn't unclog anything, and yet the CSE guy got it done in three feet. I am still trying to figure out the new math here. In any event, would absolutely recommend."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
126 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sewer and Drains Pros
5.0(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prompt service. Plumber Roy was professional and very informative. With every step, he would ask that I witness to better understand the reasoning. My only hang up was the price of the toilet removal/replacement. $250 seems steep."
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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

French drains may fail when they become clogged with soil granules that slip through the pores of the landscaping fabric and through the holes in the pipe. 

Over time, this debris can build up inside the pipe and prevent water flow. To prevent this failure from happening, regularly flush out your French drain and keep debris away from the inlet grate.

This depends on the location of the blockage. If the blockage is in your home’s system, anywhere in the system, it is your responsibility as a homeowner. Blockages seldom happen because of items or buildup coming from the city, which means it originates in the home. It becomes the city’s responsibility at the exact point your home’s line distributes waste into the city’s system. The exception is if the problem in your home damages the city lines.  

Some experts estimate that descaling your cast iron pipes can extend their lifetime by upwards of 50 years, although there’s not a lot of research to prove it. But we do know that without proper maintenance, cast iron pipes can quickly rust—leading to more expensive issues like burst pipes or main line clogs.

If the drain pump on your washing machine is continuously draining, it could be that the control board is damaged and requires repair, or there’s a clogged or kinked drain hose. If you can’t locate the problem, you’ll want to have a plumber or appliance repair expert come take a look.

The drain pump will naturally make a standard operational and draining sound several times throughout your dishwasher cycle. If you hear abnormally loud sounds like scraping, grinding, or clicking, you may have food debris or a piece of glass stuck in your drain filter. Avoid dishwasher repair by always scraping food off your dishes and loading the racks correctly.

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