Sewer & Drain Repair in Lombard, IL
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Many Lombard homes from the 1950s and '60s have cast-iron pipe inside and clay outside. Cast iron can scale and crack; clay lets in roots. A camera inspection from the cleanout to the main shows which you're dealing with.
Who's responsible for the sewer line in Lombard
Lombard's Overhead Sewer Reimbursement Program covers 75% of pre-approved costs, up to $5,000, for overhead sewers, check valves and similar backup protection. You need two plumbing estimates and Village approval and a permit before work starts, and storm water such as drain tile must be disconnected from the sanitary sewer.
Program terms come from the official page linked below as published when we checked in October 2026. Funding and rules change, so confirm with the village or district before work starts — most programs require approval before you hire.
Housing age in Lombard
About 44,476 people lived in Lombard in the 2020 Census. The median home there was built around 1971, and the biggest share of its housing went up before 1970 (48% before 1970, 26% from 1970–1989, 17% from 1990–2009, 8% since 2010). Roughly 55% of homes are detached single-family houses and 7% are townhouses or other attached single-family homes; about 71% of households own their home.
With 48% of homes built before 1970, many Lombard laterals are likely older clay tile or cast iron, which is prone to root intrusion and offset joints. A camera inspection before a sale or after repeated clogs shows whether rodding, spot repair or lining makes sense.
We refer sewer work only to licensed plumbers. Illinois' Plumbing License Law generally requires an Illinois-licensed plumber for this work, and digging in the parkway usually needs a village permit — the plumber should pull it.
Nearby areas
Glen Ellyn Elmhurst Addison Villa Park
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