Common questions about sewer line repair, trenchless replacement, camera inspections, hydro jetting, and costs in the Denver metro area.
What is sewer line repair?
Sewer line repair is the process of fixing a broken, cracked, root-invaded, or collapsed sewer pipe that connects your home to the city main. Repair methods include spot repairs (excavating and replacing a short damaged section), trenchless pipe bursting (pulling new HDPE pipe through while fracturing the old pipe), and CIPP lining (curing an epoxy liner inside the existing pipe). The correct method depends on the type, length, and severity of the damage — which is why every repair starts with a camera inspection.
How much does sewer line repair cost in Denver?
Sewer line repair cost varies by pipe length, depth, material, and the required repair method. The $19 phone consultation covers initial diagnostic time and is credited toward any subsequent repair. Written quotes are provided after the on-site camera inspection — there is no flat estimate without a visual diagnosis.
What is trenchless sewer replacement?
Trenchless sewer replacement is a no-dig method of replacing a failed sewer line using either pipe bursting or CIPP (cured-in-place pipe) lining. Pipe bursting pulls a new HDPE pipe through while breaking the old pipe into the surrounding soil — only two small access pits required. CIPP lining inflates an epoxy-saturated liner inside the existing pipe, curing it into a new pipe-within-a-pipe. Both methods preserve your landscaping, driveway, patio, and deck. About 80% of Denver-metro residential lines qualify for trenchless.
What is hydro jetting for sewer lines?
Hydro jetting is a high-pressure water cleaning method for sewer lines, using 3,500–4,000 PSI water delivered through a specialized nozzle to scour pipe walls and clear blockages. It removes grease, mineral scale, root debris, soft deposits, and buildup that a standard drain snake cannot break through. Hydro jetting is safe for most pipe materials including PVC, cast iron, clay, and HDPE.
How do I know if my sewer line is broken?
Common signs of a broken sewer line include: multiple drains backing up simultaneously, sewage smell in the yard or basement, wet spots or unusually green patches in the lawn following the sewer path, sewage backing up into the basement floor drain, foundation cracks near the main cleanout, recurring main-line clogs more than twice per year, and rodent activity near the cleanout. A sewer camera inspection is the only reliable way to confirm a break and diagnose the cause.
Which cities in Denver metro does Oh Drain It serve?
Oh Drain It serves the entire Denver metro area including Denver, Aurora, Lakewood, Westminster, Thornton, Arvada, Centennial, Highlands Ranch, Englewood, and Littleton. All six sewer services are available in every city. Call (303) 253-7246 or book a $19 consultation online.