Sewer Line Replacement in Arlington Heights, IL
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Best Sewer Line Replacement Pros in Arlington Heights
#1Conditional Hire
Schaumburg Sewer Rodding Repair CVVC
5Sewer Line Replacement: 95/100
“Sewer line was backed up for months, finally called Schaumburg Sewer Rodding Repair CVVC, they brought camera inspection, located blockage, cleaned it fully, crew was friendly and on time, basement smells gone, huge relief”
#2Strong Hire
Drain Guys LLC
4.8Sewer Line Replacement: 95/100
“Felix and his team at Drain Guys did a fabulous job. They repaired our sewer line and replaced the clean out, digging about eight feet down with care and precision. Felix came out quickly, scoped the line with a camera, and clearly explained what was happening and why it should be fixed. He never pressured me.”
#3Strong Hire
Urban Plumbing Inc.
5Sewer Line Replacement: 90/100
“Urban Plumbing did a great job for us replacing all the old 4 inch sewer pipe inside our house. There was about 30 feet of it plus connections and also the vent stack through the roof. They were able to finish it all in one day! Very happy with the work they did.”
All Sewer Line Replacement Pros in Arlington Heights
Schaumburg Sewer Rodding Repair CVVC
5·31 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
Sewer work is the named service in 26 of 36 reviews with camera…
Callback within an hour and on-time arrivals cited (fast_response…
Concerns
Single poor_workmanship signal appears in themeCounts (1 of 36)…
Drain Guys LLC
4.8·71 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Sewer specialization confirmed in 4 of 5 reviews: dug 8 feet for…
Camera scoped sewer before quoting in 2 jobs;
Same-day dispatch confirmed in 3 of 5 reviews despite being…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Urban Plumbing Inc.
5·297 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+8 more
Top pick5.0Google
·3.4Yelp·
BBB A+
·3.4Yelp·BBB A+Strengths
fast_response cited 20 of 88 reviews;
workmanship theme in 15 reviews;
sewer work mentioned 9 times with uniformly positive ratings;
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Elk Grove Village Sewer & Plumbing
4.5·111 reviews·
In Arlington HeightsGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.5Google·4.3Yelp
Strengths
Sewer is the core specialty
Tech James is repeatedly named for persistence
Will take weekend emergency calls
Concerns
Recent 1-star reviews flag rude or unprofessional driver behavior
Cleanup is inconsistent
J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain
4.6·3.1k reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.6Google·BBB A+
BBB A+Strengths
Sunday emergency sewage backup: called back same late afternoon,…
No-upsell repair policy: tech changed flapper and tightened…
Pricing transparency confirmed in 2 reviews
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Lifeline Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.9·3.3k reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.9Google·BBB A+
BBB A+Strengths
Sub-24-hour water heater turnaround documented
Sewer line collapse diagnosed on first visit with next-day start…
Technicians protect surfaces before work and clean up afterward;
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
The Scottish Plumber
4.8·1.3k reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.8Google·
BBB F
BBB FStrengths
Same-day scheduling and quick diagnosis cited in 7 of 83 analyzed…
No-upsell pricing noted explicitly: one reviewer compared 5 sewer…
Weekend and emergency availability confirmed: crew dispatched on…
Concerns
BBB F-rating (non-accredited) with 7 total complaints all filed…
AA Anthony's Plumbing & Sewer Inc.
4.7·60 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Top pick4.7Google·4.7Yelp
Strengths
Within-the-hour or same-day response noted 27 times
Owner Tony goes out of his way: came back on a Saturday night to…
Sewer backflow and water-service work cited as cleanly diagnosed…
Concerns
One repeat customer reports Tony no-showed multiple follow-up…
Faucet replacement ran higher than expected once angle valves and…
TJM Sewer and Plumbing
4.3·79 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.3Google·3.9Yelp
Strengths
Sewer pipe break on a holiday weekend
Sump pump failure diagnosed via text photos;
Ejector pit repaired same day called;
Concerns
Billing dispute: customer paid full $4,500 even though tank…
Phone rudeness reported in 1 review
No-show pattern: 1 reviewer called 3 times, was told plumber was…
Mid-job pricing changes reported: agreed price then inflated…
Drain & Plumbing Services
5·280 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Full replumb of 1950s home + tankless water heater install + gas…
Pricing described as fair and transparent with no hidden fees or…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Reliance Plumbing Sewer & Drainage, Inc.
4.8·801 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Sewer-line diagnosis cited as faster than a competitor that…
Tankless water heater installs with code-required venting noted…
Saturday-morning weekend response for a Friday-night leaking…
Concerns
$159 fee charged just to formally quote, and 3 'insanely…
FloRyte Services
4.9·421 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.9Google·3.8Yelp·BBB A
·3.8Yelp·BBB AStrengths
fast_response cited in 19 of 100 reviews;
Sewer and drain work is a documented specialty: sewer pipe…
Water heater service (19 mentions, top service) praised for…
Concerns
1-star review alleges employee lied to management and refused to…
4 of 100 reviews flag slow or no-show response…
Aquatech Sewer & Plumbing
4.8·61 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.8Google·BBB A-
BBB A-Strengths
Same-day arrival cited specifically
Middle-of-the-night burst-pipe response confirmed
Sewer hydro-jetting cited
Concerns
1-star reviewer details repeated no-shows from owner Amir despite…
Reliability complaint about owner missing appointments
J Sewer & Drain Plumbing
4.9·118 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Proceed with care4.9Google·2.1Yelp·BBB A+
·2.1Yelp·BBB A+Strengths
Sewer/drain specialty: 21 sewer mentions and named techs (Milton,…
Same-day capability cited in 14 reviews
Weekend emergency response: hydrojet sewer-blockage cleared on a…
Concerns
Plumber explicitly told customer he charges 'about double the…
Quote disparity flag: $2,300 for kitchen faucet + drain install…
Upsell complaint: customer reports being told an entire valve…
The Fair Plumber LLC
4.9·699 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.9Google·4.7Yelp·BBB A+
BBB A+Strengths
Same-day dispatch in 13 of 100 reviews
Fair pricing cited in 11 reviews, cheap-plumber signal in 14
Office follows up days after job to confirm satisfaction
Concerns
2 reviews note pricing runs higher than expected
Common Sewer Line Replacement Scenarios
Full Sewer Line Replacement
When the entire sewer line from your home to the street needs replacing due to age, material failure, or extensive damage.
Trenchless Pipe Bursting
A new pipe is pulled through the old one, breaking it apart. Minimal yard disruption compared to traditional excavation.
Cured-in-Place Pipe Lining
An epoxy-coated liner is inserted and cured inside the existing pipe, creating a new pipe within the old one.
Conventional Excavation
The traditional method: dig a trench, remove the old pipe, lay a new one. Sometimes the only option for severely collapsed lines.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does sewer line replacement cost in Arlington Heights, IL?
Full sewer line replacement in Arlington Heights typically costs $3,000-$25,000. Trenchless methods run $4,000-$10,000 on average. Traditional excavation with yard restoration can exceed $15,000. Length of the line, depth, and access all affect pricing.
How long does sewer line replacement take?
Trenchless sewer replacement typically takes 1-2 days. Traditional excavation takes 3-5 days plus yard restoration time. Most plumbers in Cook County can start within a week of the initial inspection.
Is trenchless sewer replacement worth it in Arlington Heights?
Trenchless is usually worth it if your yard has landscaping, driveways, or structures over the sewer line. It costs more than basic excavation but saves thousands in restoration. Ask the pros below for a comparison quote.
Do I need a permit for sewer line replacement in Cook County?
Yes — sewer line replacement in Cook County requires a plumbing permit and inspection. Your plumber should handle the permit. Unpermitted work can cause problems when selling and may void insurance claims.
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