Sewer & Plumbing Services in Little Village, IL

Old galvanized and lead lines rust and corrode. Little Village homes built before 1980 are especially vulnerable. Cracks and pinhole leaks stain walls, waste water, and invite mold. We replace failing lines with new copper or PEX to restore water pressure and quality.

• Detect slow leaks using pressure tests
• Replace main lines under yards and streets
• Upgrade to lead-free materials

Water line replacement in Little Village multi-flat building

Backwater valve vault installed below grade

Chicago's combined sewer system overflows during heavy rain. Sewage backs up through basement floor drains. A backwater valve is a one-way check that closes automatically when city pressure reverses, stopping backup before it starts. Essential for every Little Village homeowner.

• Hand-dug installation to protect your yard
• Accessible vault for annual inspection
• Chicago code-compliant permits included

Basements and bathrooms below street level can't drain by gravity alone. An ejector pump lifts wastewater up and over the city sewer main, preventing backup. We install sealed pits with proper venting to avoid code violations and sewer gas odor.

• Sealed pits with check valves
• Roof venting to code
• Repair and replacement of failed pumps

Ejector pit installed for basement bathroom

Discovering and documenting water stains in interior walls

Water stains, soft drywall, or a spike in your water bill point to hidden leaks. We use pressure tests and line cameras to find the exact location, then repair or replace the damaged section. Quick detection saves money and prevents mold.

• Pressure and flow testing
• Video inspection of drain lines
• Repair without unnecessary wall removal

Clogged drains in kitchens, bathrooms, and main stacks happen fast in older buildings. Grease, hair, roots, and decades of buildup slow or stop water flow. We clean lines with mechanical augers and hydro-jetting to restore full drainage and address blockages at the source.

• Root removal from cast iron and clay lines
• Hydro-jet cleaning for stubborn buildup
• Preventive grease trap inspection

Clearing clogged drain in three-flat residential unit

Original cast iron and clay lines typical of neighborhood buildings

Old Pipes, New Solutions

Little Village homes date back over 100 years. Original cast iron, clay, and galvanized lines fail predictably. We know which materials corrode fastest, where freeze-ups happen, and how to upgrade without tearing down walls.

Flooding is Real Here

South Lawndale (Little Village) reports basement flooding 6 times more often than wealthier North Side neighborhoods. Heavy rain overwhelms the 100-year-old combined sewer system. A backwater valve isn't a luxury—it's a necessity.

City sewer connection point below residential street