Sewer Line Repair & Replacement
$2,000–$15,000 per job
San Diego's older communities sit on original clay, cast iron, and Orangeburg sewer lines that are decades past their service life. Tree roots, soil shifting, and joint deterioration cause backups that won't clear with a cable machine. We camera-inspect every line before recommending a solution, and in most cases we can restore the pipe using trenchless methods — pipe bursting or CIPP lining — that avoid tearing up landscaping, driveways, and sidewalks. When full excavation is the right call, we coordinate the dig, permits, and city inspection so you don't have to.
What We Do
- Trenchless pipe bursting to replace sewer lines without excavating yards or driveways
- Cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining for structurally sound lines with joint failures
- Orangeburg, clay, and cast iron sewer line replacement in pre-1970s San Diego homes
- Two-way cleanout installation for future maintenance access per city code
- Root intrusion removal with hydro jetting and root-inhibitor treatment
- Full permit coordination and city of San Diego final inspection scheduling
Prices shown are estimates for typical San Diego County jobs. Actual cost depends on job complexity, materials, and permit requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does sewer line repair cost in San Diego?
Sewer line repair in San Diego ranges from $2,000 to $15,000 depending on the method. Trenchless pipe bursting or CIPP lining is $4,000-$10,000 and avoids yard damage. Full excavation and replacement runs $8,000-$15,000+ including permits. Estimates are free and include camera inspection.
What is trenchless sewer repair?
Trenchless sewer repair restores broken or root-invaded sewer lines without digging up your yard. Pipe bursting pulls a new HDPE pipe through the old line, while CIPP lining inserts a resin-coated liner that hardens inside the existing pipe. Both create a new pipe with a 50+ year lifespan.
How do I know if my sewer line needs replacement?
Signs include recurring drain backups that affect multiple fixtures, slow drains throughout the house, sewage smells in the yard, soggy spots in the lawn, or rodent problems. A sewer camera inspection ($150-500) provides definitive diagnosis and is often required before any repair estimate.
Related Services
Drain Cleaning & Clog Removal
Recurring clogs usually mean a bigger problem. Our San Diego drain cleaning crew uses hydro jetting and camera inspection to clear blockages and find the root cause.
Sewer Camera Inspection
Buying a home in San Diego? A sewer camera inspection reveals hidden problems in the lateral line before you close. We also scope lines for diagnosis and post-repair verification.
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