Bay Area Sewer Infrastructure Specialists
Sewer Line Replacement & Repair
Full sewer line replacement, repair, and lateral connections for residential and commercial properties. We coordinate with county agencies, pull all required permits, and handle every phase from excavation to inspection and street restoration.
What's Included
What's Included in Sewer Line Work
Sewer Replacement
- ✓ Full sewer main and lateral replacement
- ✓ Transition from clay, Orangeburg, or cast iron to PVC
- ✓ Depth-compliant installation with proper grade
- ✓ Compacted backfill and surface restoration
Lateral Connections
- ✓ New sewer lateral connections to city mains
- ✓ Saddle tap and wye connections per municipal standards
- ✓ Property line cleanout installation
- ✓ Connection from building to public right-of-way
County Coordination
- ✓ Encroachment permit acquisition
- ✓ County inspector scheduling and coordination
- ✓ Multi-agency permit management
- ✓ As-built documentation and permit closeout
Camera Inspection
- ✓ Pre-project camera assessment of existing conditions
- ✓ Post-installation verification inspection
- ✓ Root intrusion and pipe condition documentation
- ✓ Video reports for property owners and agencies
Our Process
How It Works
Camera Inspection & Assessment
We camera the existing sewer line to document its condition, identify failure points, and determine the most effective repair or replacement approach.
Permits & Agency Coordination
We pull encroachment permits, schedule county inspections, and coordinate with any affected utility providers before excavation begins.
Excavation & Installation
Our crew excavates to the required depth, removes the failed pipe, and installs new PVC at the correct grade with proper bedding and connections.
Inspection & Restoration
We schedule and pass county inspection, complete compacted backfill, and restore the street, sidewalk, or landscape to pre-construction condition.
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Service Area
Where We Provide Sewer Line Services
Northern California coverage — contact us to check availability in your area.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Replacement is recommended when the pipe has multiple failure points, is made of deteriorating material like Orangeburg or clay, or has lost grade due to settling. A camera inspection will show us the full condition of the line so we can recommend the most cost-effective solution.
Yes. Sewer lateral work in the public right-of-way requires an encroachment permit from the county or city. We handle the full permit process, schedule the required inspections, and manage all agency coordination so you do not have to.
A typical residential sewer lateral replacement takes two to four days depending on depth, length, and whether the work is in the street. Projects requiring county permits and inspections may extend the timeline by a few additional days for scheduling.
Sewer laterals in the Bay Area are typically 3 to 8 feet deep, though some older lines can be 10 feet or more. Depth depends on the location of the city main and the grade required for proper flow. We excavate to whatever depth is needed and shore accordingly.
No. We are an infrastructure plumbing company specializing in sewer line replacement, repair, and new lateral connections. For drain snaking or routine drain cleaning, we recommend contacting a residential drain service provider.
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