Best Sewer Line Replacement Pros in Oak Lawn
#1Strong Hire
Norm's Plumbing
4.5Sewer Line Replacement: 85/100
“They were able to make it to my house the next day even though they said it would take two, which shouldn't be expected but is awesome! When they came by, they started working quickly and got it done in no time.”
#2Conditional Hire
Southtown Plumbing & Sewer Inc
4.8Sewer Line Replacement: 75/100
“Gene from Southtown came out and they were able to rod my main stack going out to the street. He was totally professional and suggested that an outside clean-out be installed for better access because tree roots were clogging the main.”
#3Strong Hire
The Fair Plumber LLC
4.9Sewer Line Replacement: 75/100
“The clay pipes were replaced with a 10 foot PVC pipe, a new drain and two clean out traps were also installed.”
All Sewer Line Replacement Pros in Oak Lawn
Norm's Plumbing
4.5·58 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.5Google
Strengths
Diagnoses against the upsell
Same-day emergency sewer response: basement flood from sewer pipe…
fair_pricing theme hit twice in 5 cited reviews…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Southtown Plumbing & Sewer Inc
4.8·37 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Repeat-customer loyalty across multiple years cited in 3 of 5…
Same-day emergency capability shown by a Sunday-busy gas-leak fix…
Sewer/main-line diagnostic skill noted in 2 of 5 reviews…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
The Fair Plumber LLC
4.9·699 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
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
Hannah's Plumbing & Sewer Services (Berwyn)
4.5·127 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.5Google
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
Area Plumbing & Sewer Co, Inc.
4.1·71 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.1Google
Strengths
Sewer rodding turnaround praised
Water service line break handled by Scott and Peter with a full…
Buffalo Box install booked when other companies declined urgent…
Concerns
1 of 5 sampled reviews reports a missed appointment with no…
Rocket Plumbing
4.8·690 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.8Google
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
J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain
4.6·3.1k reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.6Google
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…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Quality Plumbing Services, Inc.
4.8·200 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google
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…
Trojan Plumbing Company, Inc.
4.8·752 reviews·
In Oak LawnGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Pricing came in around 1/3 of a competing quote on one…
Faucet and drain workmanship cited specifically
Repeat customers: one explicitly returned 'from repeat customer,…
Concerns
Power outage during a March 2026 pipe-cutting job with no…
Scheduling errors surfaced in a March 2026 1-star
Quote follow-through gap: one customer never heard back after the…
Riteplumbing inc
4.8·119 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
After-hours 24/7 callback uniqueness
Sunday-evening main sewer-line clearance on short notice
Same-day in-and-out for repair — 'within a couple of hours...
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Thy-Plumber
2.6·18 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Avoid2.6Google
Strengths
Fast same-day response when they do show
fair_pricing theme on 2 of 19 reviews
Concerns
Reckless-driving complaint: reviewer says they watched the…
Callback failure after a botched water-heater replacement
8 of 19 analyzed reviews are 1-star and Google rating sits at 2.6…
A-1 Superior Plumbing & Sewer Inc.
4.8·19 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Morning-call to job-complete in 3 hours per Margaret Walley-Rock
Quoted price = paid price on a water-heater replacement
Pre-Christmas urgency met
Concerns
themeCounts.slow_response = 1 across 5 reviews
J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain
4.9·29 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
On-time arrival with accurate time estimates cited specifically…
Techs explain options/work clearly
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Demmis Plumbing
4.7·174 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.7Google
Strengths
Reasonable pricing called out in 3 of 5 sampled reviews
~30-minute arrival on a basement sewer backup with multi-hour…
Next-day turnaround on combined drain + slow-flow bathroom job
Concerns
themeCounts.expensive = 1 across 5 reviews
Calumet City Plumbing
3.7·75 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid3.7Google
Strengths
Sewer/water-line diagnosis praised
Concerns
Quote escalated from $5800 to $6495 then allegedly denied by…
Water meter install reportedly left no hot water and low water…
Two separate reviews report rude or distasteful technician…
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 Oak Lawn, IL?
Full sewer line replacement in Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn?
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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