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Sewer Line Replacement in Evanston, IL

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Best Sewer Line Replacement Pros in Evanston

#1Conditional Hire

Capps Plumbing & Sewer Inc.

4.7Sewer Line Replacement: 84/100

Danny and Jose did an amazing job working on my main sewer line. A previous company was unable to get it cleared and they put in the time and effort to get it done. Very straightforward without any unnecessary service...

#2Strong Hire

AA Anthony's Plumbing & Sewer Inc.

4.7Sewer Line Replacement: 80/100

He was so upset that he came back on a Saturday night to fix the problem. Said he was couldn't sleep until the job was done.

#3Caution

J Sewer & Drain Plumbing

4.9Sewer Line Replacement: 80/100

I had a great experience with Milton from J Sewer & Drain Plumbing. He was thorough and efficient, and did not try any upsells when there was likely a potential for one.

All Sewer Line Replacement Pros in Evanston

Capps Plumbing & Sewer Inc.

4.7·1.4k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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Strengths
Sewer and drain expertise cited in 11 of 81 sampled reviews
After-hours emergency callbacks confirmed (sump pump alarm…
Professional conduct cited in 40 of 81 reviews
Concerns
Multiple billing/follow-through complaints (Hany Fahmy…
Pricing disputes: $900 backup recharge and $400+ premium…
One reviewer cited 30-min hold and disconnect when calling back…

AA Anthony's Plumbing & Sewer Inc.

4.7·60 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In EvanstonGoogle Verified
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4.7Google
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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…

J Sewer & Drain Plumbing

4.9·118 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In EvanstonGoogle Verified
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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…

Reliance Plumbing Sewer & Drainage, Inc.

4.8·801 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.8Google
801
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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…

Aquatech Sewer & Plumbing

4.8·61 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.8Google
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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

Elk Grove Village Sewer & Plumbing

4.5·111 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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4.5Google
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Strengths
Tech James named in 3 of 5 sampled reviews
Same-day or next-morning repair on separated sanitary pipe…
Weekend dispatch cited
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

The Fair Plumber LLC

4.9·699 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
699
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Strengths
Under-hour arrival cited explicitly: 'They came within an hour…
Same-day sewer diagnosis-and-dig: only company of 3 called that…
Honored warranty pump replacement same-day at no charge
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain

4.6·3.1k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In EvanstonGoogle Verified
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4.6Google
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Strengths
Sunday evening callback and Monday crew of 3 dispatched for a…
No-upsell behavior cited: tech tightened toilet bolts at no extra…
Sewer line repair handled by 3-person team using best…

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Rocket Plumbing

4.8·690 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
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Solid pickSolid pick
4.8Google
690
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Strengths
Sewer and hydro-jetting diagnosis stands out
Repeat-customer praise for named techs Joel, Eric, Geoffrey
Straightforward pricing cited
Concerns
Reviewer reports follow-up tech failed to disclose that milling…
Pricing flagged in two reviews

Hannah's Plumbing & Sewer Services (Berwyn)

4.5·127 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.5Google
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Strengths
Water-main emergency handled same-day with permit pulled
Sewer-line work singled out with documented best/worst case…
Half-hour arrival on a clogged wash-tub drain
Concerns
Only 5 reviews analyzed against a 127-review Google count

Quality Plumbing Services, Inc.

4.8·200 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.8Google
200
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Strengths
Same-day / next-day scheduling: 12 of 95 reviews mention…
Honest diagnosis over upsell: Dan diagnosed a suspected large…
Workmanship called out in 21 of 95 reviews
Concerns
3 of 95 analyzed reviews are 1-star;
Phone-side manner inconsistency: 1 review describes the rudest…

MDM Plumbing & Sewer

5·133 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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5.0Google
133
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Strengths
Same-day water heater swaps and within-hour arrivals cited…
Owner Dennis named in 11 of 12 quotes;
Christmas-Eve and weekend coverage delivered: contacted Dec 24,…
Concerns
Single slow_response signal appears in themeCounts (1 of 88)…

CJ Plumbing & Heating

4.7·113 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In EvanstonGoogle Verified
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4.7Google
113
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Strengths
Weekend response: Sunday call resulted in a Monday service for a…
Snowy-Sunday faucet and valve repair handled by Dmitry on a…
120-year-old bathroom remodel praised for cost-effective design…
Concerns
1-star Google review alleges substituting thinner copper than…
Multi-tier 1-star inspection failures reported: ejector pump…
$435 charged for ~1 hour of hose and pipe swap;

Flader Plumbing & Heating

4.4·59 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In EvanstonGoogle Verified
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4.4Google
59
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Strengths
After-hours emergency response cited
Honest diagnosis on water heater: identified a part under…
Sewer backup the day before Thanksgiving cleared fast, followed…
Concerns
Two separate reviewers cite charges roughly double prior invoices…
Tenant emergency on Sunday went unfixed until the next morning…

VanDerBosch Plumbing Inc.

4.9·237 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In EvanstonGoogle Verified
Solid pickSolid pick
4.9Google
237
Google reviews
Strengths
Tankless gas water-heater conversion handled cleanly by Andrew…
George cited by multiple reviewers for thorough leak assessments…
Repair-first approach: Vanderbosch saved a customer roughly $350…
Concerns
Yelp reviewer was quoted $536.34 for bathroom-sink valve…
Building survey quote promised next-day was still unanswered a…

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 Evanston, IL?
Full sewer line replacement in Evanston 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 Evanston?
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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