Depending on what the camera shows, the right answer might be a spot repair, trenchless pipe lining that renews the lateral without digging up your whole yard, or a full excavated replacement. We explain each option — cost, disruption, longevity and warranty — and pull the required permits. Call +1 (831) 290-4327 to get a camera on your line.
Signs of a failing sewer line
- Multiple drains backing up at the same time
- Gurgling toilets or drains that are slow throughout the house
- Sewage odor in the yard or basement
- Patches of unusually green or soggy lawn over the line
- Recurring main-line clogs that keep coming back
- Foundation or slab area staying damp
What's Included in Our Sewer Line Repair & Replacement
From the first camera inspection to the final flow test, here's what our sewer line service includes:
- A full camera inspection that locates roots, cracks, offsets, bellies, or collapse
- Exact depth-and-location marking of the problem in your yard
- Written options — spot repair, trenchless lining, or full replacement — with real trade-offs
- City of Ypsilanti or township permits pulled, with inspection coordinated
- Root removal and hydro-jetting where the lateral is structurally sound
- A post-repair camera pass to prove flow, plus backfill and site restoration
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Our Process
- 1
Camera inspection and locate
We run a sewer camera to pinpoint roots, cracks, offsets, bellies or collapse, and mark the exact depth and location in your yard.
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Clear my options honestly
We walk you through spot repair, trenchless lining, or full replacement — with the real trade-offs in cost, yard disruption and lifespan for each.
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Permitted, code-correct repair
We pull the required City of Ypsilanti or township permit, complete the repair to Michigan code, and coordinate any needed inspection.
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Verify and restore
We re-camera the finished line to confirm flow and backfill or restore the work area, leaving your property as we found it.
What Affects the Price
We quote a firm price before we start — no surprises. Several factors shape the cost of sewer line repair & replacement:
- Length, depth and material of the existing lateral
- Spot repair vs. trenchless lining vs. full excavation
- Root severity, offsets, or a fully collapsed section
- Permits, restoration, and whether the line runs under drives or landscaping
Your Sewer Repair Options
Once the camera shows us what's happening underground, we walk you through the real choices — with the honest trade-offs in cost, disruption, and longevity. There's no one-size answer; the right fix depends on the pipe's condition.
Spot Repair
We open a single small access point to repair or replace one damaged section — an isolated crack, offset, or root intrusion at one joint.
Best for: Isolated damage in an otherwise sound line
Trenchless Pipe Lining
We cure a new pipe inside the existing lateral with almost no digging, renewing the line without tearing up your yard, driveway, or mature trees.
Best for: A structurally intact lateral with roots or cracks
Full Excavated Replacement
We excavate and replace the lateral end to end when the pipe is collapsed, badly bellied, or failing in several places at once.
Best for: A collapsed or extensively damaged line
Why Ypsilanti Chooses Us
Sewer Line Repair & Replacement Across Ypsilanti & Washtenaw County
We provide sewer line repair & replacement throughout Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti Township, Ann Arbor and all of Washtenaw County, plus the surrounding Wayne, Oakland, Livingston and Monroe County communities. Wherever you are, you get the same licensed Michigan master plumbers, upfront pricing, and same-hour emergency response across ypsilanti & washtenaw county. Choose your area for local details:
Sewer Line Repair & Replacement — Frequently Asked Questions
Often, yes. Trenchless pipe lining renews the inside of a structurally intact lateral without a full trench, and spot repairs are possible for isolated damage. We confirm what's feasible with a camera inspection first.
