Trenchless Sewer Line Repair
Don't tear up your yard or driveway for a sewer repair.
Serving Homeowners for 30+ years
Sewer Line Replacement
A full sewer line replacement is a big call, and you shouldn't have to take it on faith. We show you the camera footage, explain why repair won't hold, and walk through your options before anything gets dug up.
Does Your Sewer Line Need Full Replacement?
Full replacement means a new line, not another patch or repair on the same section. Here's how to know you're actually at that point:
Repairs Keep Failing on the Same Section
A section that's already been patched or relined and is still failing has run out of good pipe left to repair. Another patch just buys a little time.
Cracking or Root Intrusion Runs the Length of the Line
When camera footage shows damage spread across most of the pipe, not just one weak spot, lining or patching a single section won't fix what's failing everywhere else.
The Pipe Has Collapsed or a Section Is Offset
A collapsed or badly offset pipe can't be patched back into shape. Water isn't moving through it the way it should, and a repair won't change that.
Repair or Replacement? How to Tell the Difference
The line between a repair and a full replacement usually comes down to how much of the pipe is affected, not just what's wrong with it. Here's how the two usually compare:
| Repair Usually Holds | Full Replacement Is Likely |
|---|---|
| One confirmed crack, joint separation, or root intrusion on camera, isolated to a single point | Cracking or root intrusion running across most of the pipe's length |
| First time this section has needed attention | The same section has already been repaired and is still failing |
| Slow drains, gurgling, or backups that clear once we rod or fix the specific spot | Backups that keep coming back no matter how many times the line is cleared |
| The rest of the pipe is structurally sound around the damaged area | The pipe has collapsed, or a section is offset |
A camera inspection is what turns this from a guess into an answer, and we run one before recommending either.
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What We Do Differently
The worst thing about hearing "you need a full replacement" is not knowing if that's actually true. Here's how we make sure it is:
1. Camera Evidence Before Any Recommendation
We run a camera down the line before we ever say the word replacement. You see the same footage we do, so neither of us is calling it on a guess.
2. Trenchless Options Explained First
Digging up the whole yard isn't automatic. If a trenchless method fits your pipe's condition, we'll explain it before assuming a full dig is the only way.
3. A Transparent Process From Start to Finish
You'll know what's happening at each step, from the initial inspection through the day the job's done, not just at the beginning and the end.
Meet J. Blanton
Big Enough to Get the Job Done, Small Enough to Care
We’ve grown a lot since 1993, but the way we work hasn’t changed. Here’s a closer look at who we are.
Customer Stories
Sewer Line Replacement Reviews
★★★★★
"This was a complex installation and re-piping. Matt was helpful, answered my questions and did clean and well-executed piping. He was diligent and efficient and maintained a clean work area. Very impressed."
★★★★★
"They do their best [...] and show us the incredible video of the pipes, but we need to replace the main pipe or do (what I call a 'fancy and new technology') liner. We chose the latter."
★★★★★
"They tackled a very challenging pipe replacement job in our basement [...] professional, skilled, and incredibly thorough [...] always took the time to explain what they were doing and why."
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What We Handle
Sewer Line Services We Provide
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Sewer Rodding
Clears most blockages fast.
Sewer Line Repair
Fixes a damaged section of pipe without replacing the whole line.
Hydro Jetting
Flush out older buildup with high-pressure water.
Sewer Camera Inspection
See exactly what's causing the problem before any work begins.
Overhead Sewer Systems
Keeps sewage moving up and out, even during heavy rain.
Sewer Maintenance
Routine service that catches small issues before they become a backup.
Sewer Line Installation
New lines for new builds, conversions, and system upgrades.
Emergency Service
Dispatched nights, weekends, and holidays.
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Repair fixes a specific problem, a crack, a joint, a root intrusion, in one section of the pipe.
Repair fixes a specific problem, a crack, a joint, a root intrusion, in one section of the pipe. Full replacement puts in a new line because too much of the old one is damaged, or it's already failed. We run a camera down the line first and can tell you which one you're actually looking at. Our Sewer Repair page covers what repair looks like if that ends up being the better fit.
It depends on the length of the line, how deep it's buried, and whether we're using a trenchless method or a full excavation.
It depends on the length of the line, how deep it's buried, and whether we're using a trenchless method or a full excavation. Trenchless is usually faster than digging up the yard, but the exact timeline depends on your line's condition. We'll walk you through a realistic timeline once we've seen the camera footage.
Not always.
Not always. Trenchless replacement can work if your pipe's condition and layout allow for it, meaning little to no digging beyond small access points. If the damage is too extensive, traditional excavation may be the better option. We'll assess your line on camera and explain which one actually fits before recommending either.
We don't publish pricing since it depends heavily on your situation, the pipe's material, how deep it's buried, the length of the run, and whether trenchless or excavation makes sense for your property.
We don't publish pricing since it depends heavily on your situation, the pipe's material, how deep it's buried, the length of the run, and whether trenchless or excavation makes sense for your property. Give us a call and we'll walk you through it after a camera inspection.
A few signs point toward full replacement: repairs on the same section that keep failing, cracking or root intrusion spread across most of the line, or a pipe that's already collapsed or offset.
A few signs point toward full replacement: repairs on the same section that keep failing, cracking or root intrusion spread across most of the line, or a pipe that's already collapsed or offset. Isolated damage usually just needs a repair. We'll confirm which one you're dealing with on camera before recommending anything.
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