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We repair and reline sewer lines from inside the pipe — no excavation, no landscaping damage, no weeks of torn-up property. We start with a camera inspection so you see exactly what’s happening before we quote anything.
We’ll be honest with you about which method is right for your situation.
This is why we start with a camera inspection. You see exactly what’s in your pipe — on a monitor, in real time — before we recommend anything or quote any work.
We run a camera through your sewer line and you see exactly what’s happening — cracks, roots, offset joints, sludge buildup — on a monitor in real time. We record the video and provide it with your report. No guessing. No overselling.
Based on the camera footage, we give you a written assessment and recommendation: trenchless lining, pipe bursting, spot excavation, or other approach. We explain why, in plain English.
You get a detailed written quote before any work begins. The price you approve is the price you pay.
Cured-In-Place Pipe Lining (CIPP): We insert a flexible liner coated with epoxy resin, position it inside the damaged pipe, and cure it in place. The result is a smooth, jointless pipe inside your original pipe — roots can’t penetrate it.
Pipe Bursting: For pipes needing full replacement, we pull a bursting head through the old pipe while simultaneously pulling a new HDPE pipe behind it.
We run the camera again after work is complete so you can see the finished repair. This is how we verify our work — and show you it’s done right.
LA’s mature trees — ficus, willow, eucalyptus, magnolia — pursue water through clay sewer pipe joints. Even small cracks become large ones as roots grow and expand.
Most homes in West LA and the Valley built before 1975 have clay sewer lines. Clay is durable but brittle — ground movement, tree roots, and age cause cracking. Cracked clay is the ideal candidate for trenchless lining.
Ground settlement and seismic activity cause sewer pipe sections to shift out of alignment. Small offsets can be lined; larger offsets may require spot excavation.
Grease accumulates in sewer lines over years. When combined with root intrusion, it can cause complete blockages. Jetting combined with lining is a common solution.
Sections of pipe that have settled and now hold water, causing recurring backups. Requires assessment to determine if trenchless or excavation is the right fix.
Properly installed cured-in-place pipe liners typically have a service life of 50+ years. The liner becomes a new pipe inside your old one — smooth, jointless, and root-resistant.
Not always. The pipe work itself is often similar in cost. But when you factor in landscape restoration, driveway or pavement repair, and soil compaction after traditional excavation — trenchless usually comes out less expensive in total. We’ll give you both options so you can compare.
Trenchless lining works with clay, cast iron, concrete, and many other existing pipe materials. It does not work well on pipes that are fully collapsed. That’s why the camera inspection is the essential first step.
Most trenchless jobs are completed in 1–2 days. Camera inspection is typically done the same day we quote.
Minimal. We typically need access at a cleanout or occasionally at one or two small dig points. We do not run trenches across your yard.
Standard homeowner’s policies often exclude sewer line coverage, but many insurers offer a sewer/water line rider for $5–$15/month. If you have this coverage, we can provide documentation for your claim. Ask when you call.
Most camera inspections can be scheduled within 24–48 hours. For emergency sewer backups, call (888) 852-0055 directly — available 24/7.
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Step-by-step guides written by Mike Torres (Master Plumber, CA C-36 #1095692) drawn from real Plumb Inc service calls across LA.
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