Clear Lines When Underground Systems Fail
Professional sewer replacement and repairs keeping your property flowing properly.
When wastewater backs up into your home or pools in your yard, you need more than a quick fix. A damaged sewer line disrupts daily life and can threaten the health of your property. You may notice slow drains throughout the house, sewage odors near the foundation, or soft spots forming in the lawn where pipes have cracked or shifted underground.
JFK Plumbing Heating & Drain Cleaning Inc. handles sewer line replacements and repairs by locating the problem section, determining whether a targeted repair or full replacement makes sense, and completing the work with minimal disruption to your property. We use camera inspections to identify the exact location and cause of the failure, whether it is root intrusion, collapsed clay tile, or shifting soil that has crushed older cast iron. Once we assess the damage, we explain your options clearly so you understand what needs to happen and why.
If your drains are behaving strangely or you have visible signs of sewer trouble, contact us to schedule an inspection and get a straightforward assessment.
How Repairs Are Completed and What Changes Afterward
After identifying the damaged section with a sewer camera, we determine whether a spot repair will hold or whether the entire line needs replacement. Spot repairs work well when the damage is isolated and the rest of the pipe remains structurally sound. Full replacements become necessary when corrosion, settling, or root infiltration has compromised the entire run. We excavate only the sections that need attention, remove the damaged pipe, and install new schedule 40 PVC or ABS depending on local code and site conditions.
Once the new line is in place and backfilled, your drains will empty quickly again without gurgling or hesitation. Water will no longer pool in the yard, and the sewage smell near your home will disappear. The system will handle normal household waste without backing up into tubs or toilets, and you will not see wastewater seeping through cracks in your basement floor.
We coordinate with inspectors if a permit is required and restore landscaping after backfilling trenches. The work does not include repairing interior fixtures or replacing landscaping features such as retaining walls or decorative stone, but we do grade and compact soil so grass can be reseeded. This section prepares you for what happens once the underground work is complete and your household routines return to normal.
What homeowners usually want to know before moving forward
These are the questions people ask when they realize their sewer line has failed and they need to understand timing, cost drivers, and what the work will actually look like on their property.
How do you know if the entire sewer line needs replacement?
We run a camera through the line to see the condition of the entire run. If multiple sections show corrosion, root penetration, or collapse, replacing the whole line prevents repeated failures and additional excavation costs down the road.
What causes sewer lines to fail?
Tree roots seek moisture and grow into joints and cracks, older clay tile becomes brittle and separates at the seams, and cast iron corrodes from the inside out over decades. Soil movement from freeze-thaw cycles or settling foundations can also crush or misalign pipes.
How long does a sewer line replacement take?
Most residential replacements take one to three days depending on the length of the run, depth of the line, and soil conditions. We work continuously once excavation begins to minimize the time your sewer system is out of service.
What happens to my yard during excavation?
We dig a trench from your home to the connection point at the street or septic tank, remove the old pipe, and install the new line. After backfilling and compacting, we grade the surface so you can reseed or replace sod. Driveways and walkways are saw-cut if the line runs underneath and then patched with compacted base and asphalt or concrete.
Can you repair just one section instead of replacing everything?
Yes, if the camera shows isolated damage and the rest of the pipe is sound, we can excavate and replace only that section. Spot repairs save money and reduce disruption, but they only make sense when the surrounding pipe will last for years without additional problems.
JFK Plumbing Heating & Drain Cleaning Inc. completes sewer replacements and repairs with attention to the details that keep your property functional and your household routines uninterrupted. If you have noticed backup, odors, or soggy areas in your yard, get in touch so we can assess the line and explain what needs to happen next.