Sewer Line Repair

A sewer line problem usually announces itself with a slow drain, a gurgling toilet, or a wet patch in the yard. You might notice a foul smell near the cleanout or find that water backs up into the tub when you run the washing machine. These signs mean the pipe that carries waste away from your house is damaged, blocked, or collapsed. Calling us is the right move when you see these symptoms, because ignoring them can lead to a full backup inside your home.

We start with a video camera inspection: we feed a waterproof camera head on a flexible rod into the sewer line through a cleanout. The footage shows us cracks, tree roots, grease buildup, or a collapsed section in real time. For a blockage, we use a hydro-jetter that blasts water at 4,000 psi to scour the pipe clean. For a crack or break, we can install a cured-in-place pipe liner—a felt tube saturated with epoxy that we inflate inside the old pipe and let cure. For a full collapse, we excavate a small pit and replace the damaged section with new PVC pipe.

Every sewer repair is different because of three main factors: access, depth, and pipe condition. If the line runs under a concrete driveway or a mature tree, we may need to hand-dig or use directional boring to avoid damage. A line buried 10 feet deep costs more to reach than one at 3 feet. The pipe material matters too—cast iron can rust through, clay can crack, and PVC can get crushed by soil shifts. The repair method also changes with the weather: wet ground can make trenching harder, and cold temperatures slow epoxy curing times for liners.

On the day of the repair, we lay down plywood and tarps to protect your lawn and driveway. We keep the work area contained with barriers and clean up all debris before we leave. Before we arrive, you should clear the area around the cleanout and any access points—move potted plants, furniture, or vehicles. After the repair, we recommend you run water slowly for a few days to let any new pipe or liner settle. We also leave you with a copy of the inspection video so you can see the finished work.