Our Services 

For property owners and contractors in the Chicagoland area, knowing exactly where your lines run is the difference between a successful project and a costly disaster. We provide precision underground pipe locating and tracking services designed to pinpoint the exact path and depth of your sewer system that traditional probing can't identify. Our specialized equipment uses signal-transmitting beacons to map your infrastructure, ensuring your project proceeds safely and your repairs are targeted exactly where they are needed. 

What You Gain:

• Precision Excavation: Avoid "exploratory digging" by locating broken or dislocated sewer joints down to the exact depth from the surface before the first shovel hits the ground. 

• Damage Prevention: Protect your property and budget by accurately identifying buried lines before starting renovations, landscaping, or new construction projects. 

  Underfoot Locating Services

• Complete System Visibility: Our high-definition Sewer Camera Inspections at 

  O'Bannon Plumbing & Sewer

   remove all guesswork by providing a full, detailed view of your sewer line’s flow and structural integrity.

The best way to handle a plumbing emergency is to prevent it from ever happening. Our scheduled maintenance plans for both residential and commercial properties provide a recurring "health check" and deep clean to keep your systems running at peak performance. By combining periodic high-definition inspections with specialized hydro-jetting, we ensure your lines stay clear of grease, scale, and root growth year-round, moving your property from a reactive "emergency" cycle to a proactive, worry-free state.

What You Gain:

• Emergency Prevention: We catch and clear minor obstructions before they turn into major overflows, saving you from the stress and mess of a sudden backup.

• Predictable Budgeting: Avoid the high cost of emergency surcharges and structural repairs with a low-cost, scheduled service that fits your budget.

• Extended System Life: Regular "scouring" of your pipes prevents the long-term corrosion and damage caused by sitting debris, significantly delaying the need for a full pipe replacement.

For restaurants and commercial kitchens, a clogged line isn’t just a nuisance—it’s a threat to your health code compliance and daily operations. We provide heavy-duty hydro-jetting and grease management services designed to liquefy the thickest FOG (fats, oils, and grease) buildup that standard plumbing tools can’t touch. Our specialized equipment scours the entire diameter of your pipes, ensuring your kitchen stays open and your drainage remains reliable during peak hours.

What You Gain:

• Operational Continuity: Prevent foul odors and sudden backups that can lead to health department violations or forced closures.

• Cost Efficiency: Regularly scheduled "scouring" of your lines is significantly cheaper than dealing with a midnight emergency overflow during a dinner rush.

• Compliance Peace of Mind: Our high-definition inspections provide the documentation you need to prove your lines are clear and functioning according to local regulations.

A professional video camera inspection is the ultimate diagnostic tool, allowing us to see inside your sewer lines in real-time to identify the exact cause of recurring backups. This non-invasive process pinpoints structural issues like root intrusion, pipe collapses, or heavy scale buildup without the need for exploratory digging. By providing you with high-definition footage of your pipes, we eliminate the guesswork and ensure we are fixing the root of the problem rather than just applying a temporary band-aid.

What You Gain:

• Total Transparency: We show you the live feed of your pipes so you can see the condition for yourself and make informed decisions based on facts, not estimates.

• Pipe Longevity: By identifying minor cracks or shifts early, you can perform targeted repairs that extend the life of your plumbing and avoid a total system collapse.

• Preventative Insight: After the inspection, we can identify exactly where debris or roots entered, giving you the chance to seal the pipe and stop problems from coming back.

When your sinks, tubs, or main sewer lines stop flowing, minutes matter to prevent a messy and hazardous overflow. We provide rapid-response emergency service specifically designed to tackle high-stakes backups at any hour of the day or night. Using heavy-duty professional equipment, we instantly clear the path and restore your home’s drainage, protecting your property from the costly biohazards and water damage that come with sewage backflow.

What You Gain:

• Instant Relief: Stop the stress of a rising waterline with a technician who arrives ready to solve the problem on the spot.

• Damage Mitigation: By acting fast, we help you avoid expensive restoration costs for ruined flooring, vanities, or drywall.

• Total Restoration: We don't just "poke a hole" in the clog; we ensure your sinks and tubs are draining at full capacity before we leave.

Invasive tree roots and stubborn debris are the leading causes of chronic sewer failures and collapsed pipes. We use high-torque mechanical augers and specialized root-cutting blades to physically strip away root masses and hardened obstructions that standard plungers can’t touch. Our process doesn't just create a temporary opening; we clear the entire diameter of the pipe to prevent "snag points" where grease and paper can cause future clogs.

What You Gain:

• Permanent Flow Restoration: We eliminate the "recurring clog" cycle by removing the actual obstruction, not just the water sitting behind it.

• Pipe Longevity: Removing roots early prevents them from expanding and eventually shattering your underground sewer lines.

• Preventative Insight: After the removal, we can identify exactly where the roots entered, giving you the chance to seal the pipe and stop them from coming back.