Sewage backup
Sewage coming up a floor drain, tub or toilet. We clear the line fast and find out why. After hours, our emergency plumbing service responds 24/7.
Sewer line repair ยท York County, PA
Sewer Line Repair in York, PA
Sewage backing up, gurgling toilets or a sewer smell? We find the problem with a sewer camera and repair or replace your sewer line. Open 24/7 across York County.
What we fix
Sewer line services in York, PA
Your sewer line carries every drop of wastewater out of the house. When it fails, every drain is affected. We repair sewer lines in York, Hanover and across York County.
Main sewer line cleaning
Grease, wipes and buildup in the main line. We clear it with a heavy cable machine or hydro jetting.
Sewer camera inspection
We run a camera through the line to see cracks, roots, sags and breaks, and mark where they are.
Tree root removal
Roots grow into joints and cracks. We cut them out of the pipe and repair the spot where they got in.
Cracked or broken pipe
A crack or break lets sewage leak into the soil and roots get in. We replace the broken section.
Sagging (bellied) line
A low spot in the pipe holds waste and clogs again and again. We re-lay that section at the right slope.
Collapsed sewer line
Nothing drains at all. Old clay and cast iron pipe can crush under soil and roots. We dig and replace the collapsed part.
Sewer line replacement
When the whole line is failing, we replace it from the house to the street connection or septic tank. Water line old too? See our water line repair service.
Cleanout installation
A cleanout is an access pipe for clearing the line. If your home does not have one, we can add it.
Sewer smell
A rotten-egg smell in the basement or yard. We check dry drain traps, vents and the line for leaks.
Septic line problems
Rural York County homes on septic. We clear and repair the line between the house and the tank.
Sewer lateral repair
Repairs to the pipe from your house to the public sewer main, the part most homeowners are responsible for.
Sewage backup?
Sewer backup? Do this first
- Stop all water useNo flushing, showers, dishwasher or laundry. Every drain feeds the same line.
- Keep everyone awaySewage carries germs. Keep kids and pets out of the area.
- Turn off power to wet areasOnly if you can reach the panel without stepping in water.
- Do not use chemicalsDrain cleaners will not clear a main line and make the water dangerous to touch.
- Call usCall (717) 750-0749. We handle sewer backups 24/7.
Your options
Clean, repair or replace your sewer line?
The camera shows us which one you need. Here is how we decide.
| What the camera shows | What we do |
|---|---|
| Grease or buildup, pipe in good shape | Clean the line with a cable machine or hydro jetting |
| A few roots at one joint | Cut the roots and repair that joint |
| One cracked, broken or sagging section | Spot repair: replace just that section |
| Many cracks, heavy roots or a collapse | Replace the line from the house to the connection |
| Pipe is fine, problem is inside the house | Drain cleaning of the branch line instead |
Only one slow drain? Our drain cleaning service is the place to start.
Sewer facts
Sewer lines in York County homes
Pipe age and material make a big difference in how sewer lines fail.
4 in.Typical size of a home sewer line. One line carries every drain in the house.
Clay & cast ironCommon in older York homes. Both crack and let roots in with age.
CameraWe see inside the pipe before any digging, so repairs stay small.
24/7Sewage backups are handled day or night.
Sewer Line Repair in York, PA: FAQs
How do I know if my sewer line is broken?
Common signs are several drains backing up at once, gurgling toilets, sewage coming up a basement floor drain, a sewer smell in the house or yard, and a soggy or extra-green patch of lawn above the line.
Who is responsible for the sewer line?
In most cases, the homeowner is responsible for the sewer lateral, the pipe that runs from the house to the public sewer main or septic tank. The township or city usually owns the main in the street. Check with your local sewer authority to be sure.
Do you need to dig up my yard?
Not always. Many backups are fixed by cleaning the line and removing roots. When a pipe is cracked, crushed or sagging, we use a camera first to find the exact spot, so any digging is kept to the damaged section.
Can tree roots really break a sewer pipe?
Yes. Roots grow into small cracks and loose joints looking for water. Over time they fill the pipe and can crack or move it. Older clay and cast iron lines are most at risk.
What causes a sewer smell in my basement?
The most common cause is a dry trap in a floor drain or an unused sink. Water in the trap blocks sewer gas, and it dries out over time. Pour water into the drain to refill it. If the smell stays, the cause may be a cracked pipe, a loose cleanout cap or a blocked vent, and we can track it down.
Is a sewage backup an emergency?
Yes. Sewage carries germs and can damage floors and walls. Stop using water and flushing toilets, keep people and pets away from it, and call us right away at (717) 750-0749. We are open 24/7.
Plumbing problem right now?
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Tell us what is going on and we will get a plumber headed your way anywhere in York County.