Sewer Line Repair & Clean-Outs
Sewer Backup or Slow Drains? Get to the Root of the Problem.
We diagnose and repair sewer line problems with camera inspections all the way to full line repairs for homeowners here in Rolling Meadows, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Schaumburg, and many of the surrounding areas.
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Emergency Service
If there is sewage backup in your basement, we’re available 24/7 to help any time you need us to. Feel free to give us a call right away, and we’ll give you immediate recommendations and be out as soon as we can.
Warning Signs Your Main Sewer Line Needs Attention
Sewer line problems don’t usually happen all at once. Rather, they show up as a pattern of different symptoms, and together, point to the main sewer line. If you notice one or more of the following issues, the main sewer line is likely to be having some troubles:
- Multiple drains in your home are draining slowly during the same time period
- Sewage odors coming from any drains, your yard, or the basement
- Gurgling sounds coming from the toilet when other fixtures are being used
- Wet spots or sunken patches over the sewer line path in your yard
- Water backing up into a bathtub or a drain after you flush your toilet
Any of these symptoms, whether they happen separately or together, are ways your home is telling you that something is wrong with the main sewer line. The longer they are ignored, the worse the potential problem can be, and that’s why we recommend calling us right away.
Camera Inspection: Time to Find Out What’s Going On In Your Sewer Line
Before professionally recommending a repair, we will run a high-resolution camera down your sewer line. This will give us a direct and accurate view of what’s causing the problem, and we will have solid evidence before fixing it with a repair or clean-out.
What A Camera Inspection Reveals:
- Grease, debris, and solid blockages
- Tree root intrusion that’s affecting pipe joints
- Cracked, collapsed, or offset pipe sections
- Corroded or deteriorated pipe walls
- Improper spot that is low where waste collects
- Location and depth of the problem before any digging begins
We love camera inspections here at H2O Plumbing and Sewer Services because they take the uncertainty out of sewer repairs. We do this for homes that are currently having issues, people who are looking to buy/sell a home, or anyone that likes to ensure their sewer line is working properly. We will get to know exactly what the possible issue is, where it’s at, and then come up with a professional diagnosis of what needs to be done to get the system working properly once again.
Sewer Line Repair Methods: The Right Fix for the Actual Problem
Not every sewer line issue can be solved by the same fix. We will assess the camera inspection, pipe age and performance, access conditions, and the amount of damage to get your sewer line fixed the way that works best.
Spot Repair & Section Replacement
When the camera inspection points us toward a specific section of your pipe that’s damaged, we will then repair that specific section if possible to get the whole system up and running again as soon as possible. This keeps the repair cost down, and not only that, but it also requires minimal disruption to you and your home. This type of repair is best for isolated damage with a good pipe on both sides.
Clean-Out Installation & Access
A clean-out is a ground level access point that fits a plumber rod, jet, or a camera and lets us inspect the sewer line without having to dig.
We also offer clean-out installations during a sewer repair if you don’t have one already. This helps reduce costs for future sewer repairs, and can be beneficial if you need an emergency repair in the future that requires us to have access to your sewer as soon as possible.
Full Line Repair or Replacement
If our assessment reveals widespread deterioration, multiple points of failure, or a line that has collapsed or shifted significantly, replacing the full line from the house to your city is usually the solution that makes the most sense. We handle all necessary permitting, excavation, installation, and surface restoration throughout this entire process.
This is best for severely deteriorated lines that aren’t able to be fully restored with a repair or clean-out.
NOTE: Depending on the village you live in, you might be able to qualify for a subsidy or full reimbursement for sewer services. In most villages, you own your sewer line, but we will make sure to go through all of this with you during our initial assessment.
Water Heater Questions — Answered
Concrete, plain-language answers to the questions H2O hears most often from homeowners and property managers before scheduling service.
How much does it cost to repair a sewer line?
It costs anywhere from $5,500 to $9,500 to repair a sewer line.
How much does it cost to install a new sewer line?
It costs $15,000+ to install a new sewer line.
How often should a sewer line be inspected?
We recommend inspecting sewer lines at least once per year to ensure they’re working properly and there are no foreseeable issues.
What causes sewer line damage?
The most common causes of sewer line damage we see here in Rolling Meadows and many of the surrounding areas are tree root intrusion into the line, pipe age and material, grease and debris buildup that eventually hardens into blockages, and ground movement from freeze-thaw cycles. In some cases, improper installation can also be the cause of present issues.
Does insurance cover sewer repairs/installations?
This is something you have to check with your insurance agent. Most of the time you are required to pay for most sewer issues, but it does vary based on different types of insurance plans, so we recommend checking in with them.
How long does a sewer line repair take?
It usually takes us one day to repair a sewer line.
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Dealing with a Sewer Backup or Slow Drains?
H2O Plumbing & Sewer Services provides camera inspection, sewer line repair, clean-out installation, and full line replacement for homeowners across Rolling Meadows, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Schaumburg, and the Northwest Chicago suburbs.