120 John Dodd Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29303
Serving Greenville, Spartanburg, Cherokee, Anderson and Pickens Counties
Clogs in the drains, overflowing toilets, and a bad smell in the house that won't go away. All of this means you've got sewer issues that need to be addressed as soon as possible.
Rock Solid Excavation provides plumber-quality sewer line services to residential and commercial customers in Anderson, Cherokee, Greenville, Pickens and Spartanburg counties. We take a careful and precise approach to repairs: inspecting the line with camera, diagnosing the source of the problem, and fixing the problem right the first time without unnecessary digging. For expert sewer line repair and other services, call 864-431-2822.
Rock Solid Excavation provides plumber-quality sewer line services to residential and commercial customers in Anderson, Cherokee, Greenville, Pickens and Spartanburg counties. We take a careful and precise approach to repairs: inspecting the line with camera, diagnosing the source of the problem, and fixing the problem right the first time without unnecessary digging. For expert sewer line repair and other services, call 864-431-2822.
Sewer Line Cleaning and Repair
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We approach each project meticulously, meet deadlines, use proven technology, and are always ready to help achieve reliable, long-lasting performance.
Signs You Need Sewer Line Services
Broken sewer line doesn't go unnoticed for long. Most the time your house will show visible symptoms before your main line completely backs up.
Multiple drains all slow to a trickle at the same time. Or maybe the tub suddenly overflows after you flush the toilet. If you smell the stench of sewer in your house or the smell comes from around your yard, this is usually a problem with your sewer drain not venting properly. And if you notice there are some soggy, wet areas outside when it hasn't been raining, your plumbing system is telling you something's going on with the sewer lines underneath it.
Basically when you start to notice multiple drainage issues in your house at the same time, you probably don't just have a clog. This is the time to call in the professionals to prevent a small problem from escalating to a full-blown backup.
Multiple drains all slow to a trickle at the same time. Or maybe the tub suddenly overflows after you flush the toilet. If you smell the stench of sewer in your house or the smell comes from around your yard, this is usually a problem with your sewer drain not venting properly. And if you notice there are some soggy, wet areas outside when it hasn't been raining, your plumbing system is telling you something's going on with the sewer lines underneath it.
Basically when you start to notice multiple drainage issues in your house at the same time, you probably don't just have a clog. This is the time to call in the professionals to prevent a small problem from escalating to a full-blown backup.
Common Sewer Line Problems: Blockages and Damage
Root intrusion. Tree roots seek moisture found in sewer lines and will infiltrate through small cracks and joints until they cause a partial or complete obstruction. It's the most common cause we see on older residential plumbing and in Upstate.
Build up in the pipe. Grease clings to pipe walls and over time this layer accumulates with soap and food particles, gradually narrowing the pipe diameter until the flow stops. To remove this obstruction, we hydrojet and mechanically cut through the build up.
Improper flushing behavior. Items like toilet wipes, paper towels and hygiene products don't degrade and they accumulate in sewer lines.
Pipe deterioration. In older Upstate residential areas, the lines are often made from cast iron or clay. Over time these materials corrode, fracture and collapse. It goes without saying that a damaged sewer line, or even an aging existing sewer line, needs repair.
Bellied pipe.The sewer line sags due to ground movement, creating an area where waste collects.
Build up in the pipe. Grease clings to pipe walls and over time this layer accumulates with soap and food particles, gradually narrowing the pipe diameter until the flow stops. To remove this obstruction, we hydrojet and mechanically cut through the build up.
Improper flushing behavior. Items like toilet wipes, paper towels and hygiene products don't degrade and they accumulate in sewer lines.
Pipe deterioration. In older Upstate residential areas, the lines are often made from cast iron or clay. Over time these materials corrode, fracture and collapse. It goes without saying that a damaged sewer line, or even an aging existing sewer line, needs repair.
Bellied pipe.The sewer line sags due to ground movement, creating an area where waste collects.
Traditional Sewer Line Repair vs. Trenchless Sewer Line Repair
We start every job with a camera inspection to identify the issue, i.e. blockage, tree root intrusion, or bellied line.
Trenchless sewer line repair is often viable for ruptured or split lines that haven't fully collapsed. Pipe relining or bursting can repair/replace the line without digging up your yard.
Traditional sewer line repair may be the only option when camera inspection reveals full collapse, severe belly or damage all over line. Replacing the sewer line means digging up and replacing the bad bits.
We'll tell you which repair options actually apply to your sewer lines after the inspection. Once the work is done, we camera again to confirm flow is correct and give you a record of what was done.
Trenchless sewer line repair is often viable for ruptured or split lines that haven't fully collapsed. Pipe relining or bursting can repair/replace the line without digging up your yard.
Traditional sewer line repair may be the only option when camera inspection reveals full collapse, severe belly or damage all over line. Replacing the sewer line means digging up and replacing the bad bits.
We'll tell you which repair options actually apply to your sewer lines after the inspection. Once the work is done, we camera again to confirm flow is correct and give you a record of what was done.
Why Sewer Line Problems Should Be Fixed Quickly
Sewer backups always begin with a partial blockage and end with a full one. Repeated flushes push wastewater against the clog until it forces its way back into the house through floor drains, tubs or toilets. Repair should be made quickly to prevent further damage to the sewer system.
Damage from a backup can quickly escalate. Flooring and drywall absorb contaminated water, and mold can develop within 48 hours turning a simple cleanup into a full-blown remediation. And it's not just the interiors. A sewer line leak saturates surrounding soil and can seep into groundwater, a situation that's equally concerning to DHEC whether it's municipal sewer or private lines.
As the years pass, sewer problems get more complicated and require different types of repair. Something that only needed relining now might need to be completely dug up next year when it collapses. Root intrusion when caught early often just means cleaning. Wait for a while, and it doubles the repair.
If the sections rupture or collapse, we perform sewer pipe repair to restore proper flow and structural integrity. More often than not, a quick response will mean an easier fix and a lower bill.
Damage from a backup can quickly escalate. Flooring and drywall absorb contaminated water, and mold can develop within 48 hours turning a simple cleanup into a full-blown remediation. And it's not just the interiors. A sewer line leak saturates surrounding soil and can seep into groundwater, a situation that's equally concerning to DHEC whether it's municipal sewer or private lines.
As the years pass, sewer problems get more complicated and require different types of repair. Something that only needed relining now might need to be completely dug up next year when it collapses. Root intrusion when caught early often just means cleaning. Wait for a while, and it doubles the repair.
If the sections rupture or collapse, we perform sewer pipe repair to restore proper flow and structural integrity. More often than not, a quick response will mean an easier fix and a lower bill.
Factors That Affect Sewer Line Repair and Replacement Costs
Price for sewer repair depends on the results of camera inspection and condition of the line. Repair of a grease clog with hydrojetting will be much less expensive than a complete sewer line replacement.
Scope of the line is a factor too. Longer runs and deeper pipes will take more time and equipment to access.
Method used is another factor. Relining pipes is usually less expensive than full replacement but this is not always an option. Depending on the condition and diameter of pipe relining may or may not be feasible.
Root intrusion severity can be a part of routine maintenance or structural repair. Light roots that can be cleared with hydrojetting is considered a routine sewer maintenance. If roots have cracked through the pipe wall they need to be cut and cleared and the pipe structure evaluated.
Site conditions can affect work that has to be done both above and below. Pipes running below a driveway, patio, or tree roots are more difficult to access, which will be factored into the cost.
After camera inspection we give you a real number for the work you want done, be that a sewer cleanout or a spot repair.
Scope of the line is a factor too. Longer runs and deeper pipes will take more time and equipment to access.
Method used is another factor. Relining pipes is usually less expensive than full replacement but this is not always an option. Depending on the condition and diameter of pipe relining may or may not be feasible.
Root intrusion severity can be a part of routine maintenance or structural repair. Light roots that can be cleared with hydrojetting is considered a routine sewer maintenance. If roots have cracked through the pipe wall they need to be cut and cleared and the pipe structure evaluated.
Site conditions can affect work that has to be done both above and below. Pipes running below a driveway, patio, or tree roots are more difficult to access, which will be factored into the cost.
After camera inspection we give you a real number for the work you want done, be that a sewer cleanout or a spot repair.
Schedule Professional Sewer Line Cleaning or Repair
The longer you wait the more you'll pay to repair sewer lines. At Rock Solid Excavation, we offer residential & commercial sewer repair/replacement services in Upstate SC and surrounding areas. Our licensed plumbers know these sewer lines and this soil thoroughly. After the camera inspection and diagnosis, we proceed to handle the entire line. Fast response is a key part of our service, with no emergency markup for getting to customer fast.
Call 864-431-2822 to schedule your sewer repair/replacement in Upstate, SC and get it fixed right the first time.
Call 864-431-2822 to schedule your sewer repair/replacement in Upstate, SC and get it fixed right the first time.
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on what the camera finds. A grease clog cleared with hydrojetting costs far less than a collapsed section needing full excavation. Line length, depth, and how hard the pipe is to access all factor in too. We don't quote a number until after the camera inspection, so you're paying for the actual problem, not a guess.
Usually not if the damage is from age, tree roots, or normal wear, since most policies treat that as a maintenance issue. Some policies do cover sudden events, like a collapse from ground shifting, or offer a separate sewer line endorsement if you added one. Check your policy or call your agent before assuming either way.
For a cracked or deteriorating line that hasn't fully collapsed, yes, it's often the better option. Trenchless relining fixes the pipe from the inside without digging up your yard, and it typically costs less than full excavation. It doesn't work for every situation, though. Condition and diameter of the existing pipe determine whether it qualifies, which is exactly what the camera inspection tells us.
Catching the problem early is the biggest cost factor you actually control. A grease obstruction cleared with hydrojetting or a root intrusion caught before it cracks the pipe wall is a routine job. The same issue left alone becomes a collapsed section requiring full excavation, which is the most expensive outcome. Beyond that, trenchless relining generally costs less than digging up and replacing a section, when the pipe qualifies for it.
Multiple drains and sewer smells at once, gurgling when you run water in another room, sewer smells inside or near the yard, the tub backing up when you flush, or soggy spots outside with no rain to explain them. One slow drain can be a simple clog. Several fixtures acting up together usually points to the main line.
Hydrojetting and mechanical augering clear stoppages without touching the pipe itself. For actual pipe damage, trenchless relining installs a new lining inside the existing pipe, and pipe bursting replaces it while pulling a new pipe through the old path, both without full excavation. Traditional repair means digging up and replacing the damaged section, which is sometimes the only option depending on pipe condition and diameter.
That comes down to what the camera shows. A single crack or a section with root intrusion usually qualifies for relining or a spot repair. A fully collapsed section, a severely bellied pipe, or pipe material that's deteriorated throughout its length usually needs replacement instead. We won't know which applies to your line until we've run the camera through it.
Generally, the homeowner is responsible for the sewer line on their own property, from the house to the connection with the city or county main. Anything past that connection point is usually the municipality's responsibility. Exact boundaries can vary by county, so if you're unsure where your line ends and the city's begins, that's worth confirming with local authorities.
Cleaning is usually a single visit. Spot repairs and relining typically take about a day. Larger excavation repairs can take longer, depending on the depth and length of the line and what the camera finds. We'll give you an honest timeline after we've actually seen the line, not before.
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SERVICE AREAS
Based in Spartanburg, SC (29303), we serve homes and businesses within a 40-mile radius, including:
Spartanburg County
- Boiling Springs
- Campobello
- Clifton
- Duncan
- Enoree
- Inman
- Landrum
- Lyman
- Pacolet
- Reidville
- Spartanburg
- Wellford
- Woodruff
Not sure if you’re in range? Give us a call, and we’ll let you know right away.
Rock Solid Septic ~ Excavation
120 John Dodd Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29303
1200 Woodruff Rd, Building A3, Greenville, SC 29607
864-431-2822
info@rocksolidexcavationsc.com
Hours: 24 Hours
Rock Solid Septic ~ Excavation
120 John Dodd Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29303
1200 Woodruff Rd, Building A3, Greenville, SC 29607
864-431-2822
info@rocksolidexcavationsc.com
Hours: 24 Hours