Sewer repair in San Antonio, TX
A damaged sewer rarely needs replacing from end to end. We find the problem on camera, mark it on the ground, and repair the part that actually failed.
Signs you need this
- Backups that keep coming back after cleaning
- Soggy or sunken spot in the yard over the line
- Sewage smell outside
- Camera footage showing a break, belly or roots
Why it happens
Sewer lines fail at joints, at breaks from soil movement, and where tree roots have pushed in. The expansive clay soil common across San Antonio swells when wet and shrinks in drought, which stresses buried pipe year after year. Older clay and cast iron lines are most at risk. The fix depends on how much of the line is damaged and how deep it is.
What we check first
- Camera footage to locate each problem
- Depth and position with a locator
- Pipe material on both sides of the damage
- What is above the line, like driveways, trees or slabs
Your options
Spot repair
Dig at the marked location and replace a short section. Best when the rest of the line is sound.
Section replacement
For a run with several breaks or a belly that holds waste.
Full line replacement
When the whole line is failing, such as old clay with roots throughout.
Before we get there
- Share any camera video from past work
- Point out sprinkler lines and buried cables you know of
- Mark trees near the sewer path
What affects the price
Depth and location drive sewer repair cost. A shallow spot repair in the yard is the least. Repairs under a driveway or slab, deep lines and full replacements cost more. Permits and restoration are listed separately in your quote so you see each part.
Repairs on the city side of the property line are handled by your utility. We show you on the camera where the problem sits, so you know whose line it is before anyone digs.
Sewer repair questions
How do you know where to dig?
The camera has a transmitter in the head. A locator on the surface finds it, so we dig at the exact spot.
Can you avoid tearing up my yard?
We dig only where the damage is. Spot repairs leave a small hole, not a trench across the lawn.
Do sewer repairs need a permit?
Often yes. We handle the permit where your city requires one.
How long does a spot repair take?
Many are done in a day, depending on depth, soil and inspection timing.