Sewer Repair and Replacement

Root Intrusion Repair

Stop recurring root backups with professional rooter service, hydro jetting, and trenchless repair options.

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What this service covers

Sewer camera inspection
Rooter service and root cutting
Hydro jetting root removal
Root treatment application
Trenchless pipe relining
Full sewer line replacement

Impact of root intrusion

Common impacts of root intrusion on your sewer

Tree roots penetrate sewer lines through small cracks, attracted by the nutrient-rich water inside. Once inside, they cause increasingly serious damage.

Clogged sewer lines

Roots trap debris and grease, obstructing wastewater flow and causing backups that affect the entire home.

Cracked or collapsed pipes

Expanding roots create fractures or destroy pipe structure entirely, turning a small crack into a major break.

Sewage backups

Blocked pipes force wastewater back into your home through floor drains, toilets, and tubs — a serious health hazard.

Warning signs

Warning signs of root intrusion

Watch for these indicators that tree roots may be infiltrating your sewer line.

Slow draining water across multiple fixturesRoots are restricting flow in the main sewer line, affecting the entire home.

Frequent clogs in various areasRoot masses catch debris and create recurring blockages throughout the system.

Gurgling sounds from drains and toiletsAir trapped by root intrusion creates unusual sounds when water flows.

Persistent sewer odors inside or outsideCracked pipes leak sewer gas, creating lingering smells near the home or in the yard.

Abnormally lush grass patchesNutrient-rich water leaking from cracked pipes feeds the lawn above the sewer line.

Our rooter solutions

Root intrusion solutions we provide

Sewer camera inspections

Non-invasive assessment to locate and evaluate root intrusion severity. We pinpoint exactly where roots have entered and how extensive the damage is.

Professional root removal

Using hydro jetting and mechanical augers, we clear root blockages safely and thoroughly without damaging the surrounding pipe.

Root treatment application

Professional-grade root treatment kills invasive roots effectively and prevents regrowth, extending the time between cleanings.

Trenchless repair

Pipe lining and pipe bursting minimize landscaping disruption. A new pipe is created inside the old one or pulled through to replace it — without digging up your yard.

Full sewer line replacement

Complete replacement when traditional repair is insufficient due to extensive root damage along the entire line length.

Prevention

Maintenance recommendations

Schedule sewer inspections every two years to catch root intrusion early
Hire professionals for regular sewer cleaning and rooter service
Consider root barriers near trees planted close to sewer lines
Apply root treatment preventatively after cleaning