Sewer Line Services
The sewer line carries everything from the house to the municipal main or septic system. When it fails, the symptoms show up inside: multiple slow drains, gurgling, sewage odors, backups in the lowest fixture or water pooling in the yard. Tree roots, grease, collapsed clay pipe and bellies in the line are common causes.
What is included
- Video camera inspection
- Main line hydro-jetting
- Root cutting and removal
- Spot repair and section replacement
- Trenchless pipe lining and replacement
- Cleanout installation
- Belly, offset and collapse diagnosis
- Septic line service
Call the dispatch line and describe what is happening. A local plumbing professional can camera-inspect the line, identify the cause and recommend cleaning, spot repair or replacement.
Signs of a sewer line problem
- Multiple drains draining slowly at the same time
- Gurgling in a tub or shower when the toilet flushes
- Sewage odor inside or outside the house
- Water backing up in the lowest floor drain
- Soggy patches or sinkholes in the yard
- Repeated clogs in the same area
Do not keep pouring chemicals into a main-line backup. The blockage is usually too far down the line for a surface product to reach.
Camera inspection first
A camera on a flexible reel travels the line and shows the condition of the pipe. The technician can see roots, cracks, offsets, scale and collapsed sections, and mark the distance to the problem. That footage determines whether cleaning will solve it or whether a repair is needed.
Ask to see the recording and the location marker before approving a major repair.
Trenchless vs. traditional repair
Trenchless methods can replace or line a section of pipe with minimal digging, which protects landscaping, driveways and patios. Not every line qualifies — sharp bends, collapsed sections and certain materials may require traditional excavation.
The right approach depends on the condition of the line, the depth, the soil and local code. Get the options and the scope in writing before work starts.
Sewer line services
- Video camera inspection
- Main line hydro-jetting
- Root cutting and removal
- Spot repair and section replacement
- Trenchless pipe lining and replacement
- Cleanout installation
- Belly, offset and collapse diagnosis
- Septic line service
Sewer Line Services questions
What to expect before, during and after the visit.
How often should a sewer line be inspected?
Every few years is reasonable for older homes, homes with large trees near the line, or properties that have had repeat backups. A camera inspection is also wise before buying a house.
Can tree roots be removed without replacing the pipe?
Roots can be cut out and the line jetted, but they often return if the pipe has cracks or joints. A camera inspection shows whether the pipe is still structurally sound.
What does trenchless repair involve?
A new liner or pipe is pulled through the existing line from small access pits. It avoids a long open trench but is not suitable for every line condition.
Is a sewer backup an emergency?
Yes, especially when sewage is entering the house. It is a health risk and can cause significant damage. Keep people and pets away and call the dispatch line.
Ready to get this fixed?
Call the dispatch line and a local plumbing professional will be matched to your request.