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Avatar for A-1 Patrick's Sewer & Pipe Services
A-1 Patrick's Sewer & Pipe Services
4.5(
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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Emergency services offered

"Week before last we thought we had a clogged toilet.. It was apparently the main sewer line. We called a commercial franchise plumber out and $550 later we thought everything was fixed. This was on a Thursday. By the following Monday we were experiencing the same thing. We call them back out because it was a 6 month warranty. They diagnosed the issue stating we needed to get the main sewer line ( about 1-3 feet) replaced and they would need to dig a huge hole in the basement and etc.. Estimate was more than a small car. I called around to a few other companies and got more expensive quotes. I called A1 Patrick's Plumbing & Sewer Services - Plumbing Contractor & Plumbing Installation and he came out the same night ( last tuesday) and gave me a resonable quote for the same services. When I tell you I am so glad I called this man. My house is 70 years old and my family has lived here for 26 years. This sewer line was CLOGGED... his team dug the hole, replaced the pipes, cleaned them out and discovered tree roots and 4 feet of stuff that shall not be named. He & his team installed a cleanout in case this happened again we wouldn't have an issue getting it cleaned. This company hands down had excellent service and the owner was respectful, nice and delivered what he promised plus a 10 year warranty ."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Able Sewerage Company
4.8(
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

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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+8

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SewerServ Drain Solutions
5.0(
34
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Frank and Abel were professional and knowledgeable. They explained each step throughout the process of clearing the sewer drain. Current clogging issue has been resolved. Will be using them for yearly maintenance."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
80 neighbors recently requested a quote
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24 Action Plumbing
4.8(
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn't be happier with the service I received from Ed and his team at 24 Action Plumbing. He was at my house literally 5 minutes after I called! He was at my neighbors house repairing their sewer and walked right over and introduced himself after I spoke with his secretary. He was very upfront and knowledgeable about the problem I had. He gave me an estimate immediately and stuck with that cost even though there were a couple of unexpected issues. He and his team were professional, kind and friendly. I will 100% be calling them again if I am ever in need of any plumbing work and I would encourage and recommend anyone reading this to do the same."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chicago Sewer Experts
4.5(
269
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"very efficient were on time beat other extimates i had. they worked hard even tho the light were off in the neighborhood . clean up was good. very professional . cleaned and replaced my sewer pipes. Thank you home advisors"
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+3

Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sewer and Drains Pros
5.0(
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Manny was referring to me by a contractor, he was in my home 5 minutes and found a leak that had eluded me for years. He showed me the problem and gave me my options. He resolved the problem and understood my frustration with it. It was a pleasure dealing with him and his professionalism."
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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Snaking a toilet is similar to clearing sinks and bathtubs, but there are unique circumstances where you’d have to drain, disassemble, and remove the toilet to fix the clog. For stubborn clogs in the toilet trap, a toilet auger—designed with a shorter cable and a protective plastic encasing—can navigate the tight bends and clear the clog without risking damage to the porcelain. 

A sewer cleanout typically looks like a white or gray PVC pipe with a removable cap. It's often located either in your yard or basement, depending on your home's plumbing configuration. The cleanout pipe is designed to provide easy access to your sewer system for maintenance and inspections. It may be flush with the ground or slightly elevated, making it distinguishable from other pipes. When you remove the cap, you can access the sewer line directly or determine its direction, which can be helpful when you need to locate your sewer line from your house to the street.

Depending on the home, wastewater either goes into a septic tank and seeps back into the backyard or is sent via sewer system to a local sewage-treatment plant. Septic systems naturally separate different components of the waste so that it can naturally and safely disperse it. They are usually reserved for homes not served by a municipal sewage department (like rural homes). A treatment plant, on the other hand, speeds up that process through screening and purification.

As a preventative measure, hydro jetting should be done every one to two years. However, the best practice is to hydro jet your sewer line once per year. The ideal frequency depends on several factors, including the age and condition of your pipes, how prone they are to clogging, how often the sewer line is used, and the type of waste disposed of in the system. If you frequently experience clogs or are unsure, it's best to ask a licensed plumber for a recommendation specific to your plumbing system.

Yes, hiring a drain cleaner is worth it, especially when compared to the cost of not being able to use a sink, shower, toilet, or bathtub and the potential damage that flooding can cause in your home. You might try a temporary drain cleaning liquid or snaking it yourself, but if the clog is out of reach or these methods do not work, then hiring a professional drain cleaner is the way to go.

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