Sewer Line Repair Company in Sacramento, CA

Advanced Diagnostic Inspections

With our modern video inspection technology, we pinpoint sewer line issues with unparalleled accuracy, sparing your property the need for unnecessary excavation. This method allows us to detect hidden problems early, preventing costly future repairs and maintaining the integrity of your plumbing system.

During a typical inspection, we feed a specialized camera through an access point in your plumbing system to view the inside of your sewer line in real time. This helps us identify cracks, root intrusion, offsets, and buildup that would be impossible to confirm from the surface alone. By recording the inspection, we can review the footage with you, pause at problem areas, and clearly show why we recommend a particular sewer repair approach.

Accurate diagnostics are especially important in Sacramento, where many homes have a mix of older and newer piping materials that can fail in different ways. By understanding exactly what is happening inside your line, we can avoid guesswork, limit digging to only where it is truly needed, and create a repair plan that addresses the root cause instead of just the symptoms. This careful approach supports better long-term performance and helps you feel confident in the investment you are making in your home.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Know if My Main Sewer Line Is Clogged or Just a Single Drain?

A single drain clog is usually isolated to one fixture, such as a slow-moving sink or a backed-up shower stall. However, a main sewer line clog will typically cause multiple fixtures to back up simultaneously across different rooms in your home. You might notice that flushing a toilet causes water to gurgle up into your bathtub, or that running the washing machine causes a floor drain to overflow. If you see wastewater emerging from the lowest drains in the house, it is a definitive sign that the blockage is deep within the main line.

What Are the Most Common Signs of a Broken Sewer Pipe Under My House?

One of the most immediate indicators of a broken sewer pipe is a persistent sewage odor or a musty smell emanating from your basement or crawlspace. You may also notice persistent slow drains or frequent backups that do not resolve with standard plunging or snaking. Structural signs can include cracks in your foundation or localized damp spots on your flooring where wastewater is seeping upward. In some cases, a broken pipe under the slab will cause an unexplained increase in your water bill or attract an unusual amount of pests to the area.

Why Is Root Intrusion So Common in Older Sacramento Neighborhoods?

Sacramento is famously known as the City of Trees, and the expansive root systems of mature oaks and elms are constantly seeking out moisture. Older neighborhoods often feature sewer lines made of clay or cast iron, which develop small cracks and porous joints over several decades of use. Roots can detect the nutrient-rich water leaking from these aging pipes and will grow into the smallest openings to expand inside the line. Once inside, the roots act as a net for debris, eventually leading to massive structural blockages and pipe collapses that require professional intervention.

Bud's Plumbing, Heating, & Air — the Trusted Sewer Line Repair Contractor in Sacramento

Don’t wait for any sewer line issues. It won’t be resolved unless the issue is addressed. That’s why you need to contact Bud's Plumbing, Heating, & Air as your sewer line repair company in Sacramento. We are local to the area and your neighbors, here to help you in your time of need.

Our team specializes in complex repairs for collapsed lines and heavy root intrusions that require a hands-on, structural approach for a permanent fix. Contact us at (916) 741-6799 or fill out our online form.