There are some drain issues which can never be fixed by cleaning. If the pipe is cracked, pulled apart, sagging or collapsed then you will always have issues such as blockages and leaks regardless of how often the pipe is cleaned. California Drain Experts fix drains and sewer pipes when there is an issue, whether it be one section under a sink or a completely failed sewer lateral under your yard.
California Drain repair services include Los Angeles (90012), San Diego (92101), Oakland (94607), Sacramento (95814) and Santa Ana (92701). Our repairs will always begin with a camera inspection of the pipe so that you are aware of the problem prior to giving approval and you will receive a price in writing.
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It all depends on what failed and where. A cracked trap arm beneath a sink is easy to replace. A corroded cast iron drain under a 1960s-era concrete slab foundation will likely require cutting out a portion of the pipe and replacing it or installing a liner from inside. One broken joint in a clay sewer lateral can probably be repaired using a spot repair, whereas a lateral with multiple failures is a candidate for replacement.
We do an inspection of the line via camera, pinpoint the problem, and lay out the options in simple terms – open trench repair, spot repair, pipe lining, or replacement. We provide the cost of each along with their projected lifetimes to help make your decision. If a permit is required, we will obtain it through your local building department.
Houses built in California between the years 1940s to 1970s often have cast iron pipes below the slab, clay pipes that carry sewage, or Orangeburg pipe. These pipes have served their time and are approaching the end of their life span, hence the reason for increased calls for drain repairs.
Good drain repair starts with an accurate diagnosis and ends with a tested, documented fix.
We use the camera to inspect the drain or sewer line and then use a locating machine to pinpoint the exact location and depth of the damaged portion of the line on the ground.
We provide you with the video footage and discuss each repair alternative, including trenchless options wherever applicable, along with pricing for each repair method in writing.
We fix or replace the damaged portion of the line using suitable materials and obtain necessary permits if required by your municipality.
We conduct a flow test and camera test of the fixed line to show you the final repaired line prior to closing up.
Frequent clogs, sewage smells, damp areas in your backyard, or staining around drain holes suggest that there might be a problem with the pipe. Contact California Drain Experts for a camera test and a fair estimate.
Drain repairs must be proportional. We repair your problem without upselling you on things that you don’t need.
The precise location and reason for the problem are identified by our cameras prior to suggesting any work, thus saving your money by paying for repairs that have been made to the problem area.
If the line is a good candidate for repair, then pipe lining and bursting can fix the drain without a lot of digging, leaving driveways, floors and landscaping intact.
We will take care of any necessary permits and inspections in cities throughout California.
These are the drain and sewer pipe failures we repair most often in California homes.
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Cracks in clay pipes occur due to age, settling, and pressure from roots. Repairs involve spot repair or lining.
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The cast iron pipes beneath slab foundations are susceptible to corrosion and cracks. Solutions involve replacing or lining the affected portion.
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Orangeburg pipes, composed of tar impregnated fiber, collapse due to aging. Affected pipes require replacement.
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Settled pipe sections trap water and debris and become blocked again. Grading or replacement fixes the problem of slope.
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Separations at the joints and broken fittings cause water leaks into walls, crawl spaces or soil. We fix the problem by either replacing the fitting or fixing the joint.
We at California Drain Experts specialize in providing services in regards to the drain cleaning for everyone residing and doing business in California who may be having issues in their drains like clogged drains and slow draining of water. We employ up to date technology to diagnose and give a thorough cleaning to your drain system.
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Drain cleaning by experts who Californians rely on to clear grease, hair, sludge, and other blockages from their sinks, showers, tubs, and underground pipes. Prevent clogs, foul odors, and sluggish drainage in your home or workplace.
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Main line drain cleaning clears the pipe through which all waste water passes. Whenever multiple drains start to become clogged, then this is the drain cleaning service that is needed. It involves camera diagnosis, cable machine work, and hydro jetting.
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In case of a back-up at a time when you least expect it, our emergency drain cleaning near me will come with professional equipment to clear out the blockage.
Fat, hair, and soap accumulate within the drainage pipes of the kitchen, bathroom, shower, and laundry. The appropriate clogged drain cleaning process includes cleaning these residues so that f
The high pressure water flushes away the inner surfaces of the pipe since snaking cannot effectively clean off the fat, minerals, and sludge.
Our service of maintaining your sewer line uses the HD Camera Technology where we see what the problem is, instead of assuming it.
Ensure that the storm drains, yard drains, and catch basins are free of leaves, sediment, and other debris to prevent floods during winter storms.
Get rid of grease, fats, oils, and food accumulations in your system. Eliminate any odor and clogging with cleaning.
The most popular service offered is Septic Tank Cleaning. This entails removing any accumulation in your septic tank.
Fixes for broken, cracked, leaking or collapsed drains that allow water to flow through properly again, even offering trenchless services that do not harm your landscaping.
Snaking and cabling help remove tough clogs that are caused by grease, hair and other types of obstructions in the pipes.
Our response time is quick when there is a sewer backup, removing the clog and minimizing odor, property damage and risks of getting sick.
Don’t allow clogs and buildup in your business’ plumbing system to stop your operations. We ensure efficient drainage by removing blockages, roots, and buildup from your restaurant, office, and commercial establishment’s pipes.
The use of our sewer camera will help you determine exactly what is blocking your pipes, such as roots, cracks, and clogs before expensive plumbing is undertaken.
Our drain cleaning experts will make sure your french drains are free from dirt and roots preventing water from passing through.
We repair drains and sewers for homes, businesses, and rentals throughout Southern California, the Bay Area, the Central Valley and the Inland Empire. The vast majority of drain service requests come from communities built prior to 1980. Some of the cities that we service are:
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Our customers value our quick service and effective drain cleaning.
The kitchen sink was slow for several weeks and eventually stopped working all together on a Sunday. The arrived later that day and cleaned the grease and the video tape showing how it was done. Really reasonable prices and really clean job.
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John D.
Homeowner, Sacramento
We had sewer problems in our shower. Found out about the tree roots growing in our main line and fixed it all in one day. Made everything perfectly clear to me.
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Sarah L.
Homeowner, San Diego
We own a small restaurant and we had a problem with the slow floor drains that affected our rush hour. Arrived late at night and jetted our lines. Haven’t had any problems with back ups since.
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Mike R.
Restaurant Owner, Los Angeles
Called at 11 PM to unclog a toilet. Arrived within the hour. Very professional and courteous, worth the money!
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Emily T.
Homeowner, San Jose
We purchased an old home and needed information on the status of our sewer line. The camera inspection revealed that we had a cracked pipe and explained to us what we need to do.
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David K.
Home Buyer, Oakland
Our bathroom pipes were getting clogged every few months. We were told that there was mineral buildup in the pipes and they hydro jetted the pipes for us.
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Laura S.
Homeowner, Riverside
The homes in California are becoming old, and so are their plumbing systems. This problem is compounded by the existence of expansive clays in soil, together with earthquake faults and matured tree roots, making drain repairs inevitable.
Slab-on-grade houses that were constructed in Los Angeles and other old sections of Orange County in the 1950s and 1960s have cast iron pipes that are deteriorating due to cracks and corrosion.
Old clay and cast iron sewer lateral pipes in San Francisco, Oakland, and Berkeley may need repair, especially when they have to comply with lateral laws upon the sale or remodeling of a house.
Expansive soils in Sacramento, Fresno, and Bakersfield cause seasonal offset joints and sagging that require pipe repairs.
A permit for plumbing is required by most cities in California when replacing sewer and drain lines. Some cities need to inspect the newly installed line before filling.
Due to expansive soils and earthquakes in California, pipes underground get shifted over time and become detached from each other and cracked.
Pipes that have been in place for years such as clay, cast iron, and Orangeburg pipes need to be replaced because they have reached the end of their life span.
Every drain repair starts with finding the real cause. Here are three repair jobs typical of our work in California.
In 1962 Van Nuys slab house, a resident was experiencing repeated clogging in the kitchen drain and a musty odor. The camera revealed a crack in the cast iron section below the slab.
We opened up a small portion of the floor, replaced the cracked cast iron pipe with ABS and the camera proved that the pipe was fixed.
The rest of the line was in fair condition, with a recheck recommended in three years.
In Santa Ana, the homeowner was experiencing repeated backups in the sewer line due to a separated joint in the clay lateral sewer line.
We opened up the ground at the precise spot shown on the locating equipment and we replaced the failing pipe with PVC and tested the line.
Routine cleaning was no longer needed once the joint was repaired.
Oakland home sale needed the repair of the sewer lateral through their Private Sewer Lateral Program.
We did a camera inspection and a trenchless repair of the sewer lateral.
The seller received documentation of the completed repair for the sale.
The costs for drain repair in California depend on many factors like the location of the pipes, depth, materials used, and type of repairs to be done.
| Service | Typical Price Range |
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| Camera inspection and locating | $150 to $350 |
| Under-sink or accessible drain repair | $200 to $600 |
| Spot repair of sewer lateral (open trench) | $1,500 to $4,500 |
| Under-slab drain section repair | $2,000 to $6,000+ |
| Trenchless pipe lining (per section) | $3,000 to $8,000+ |
| Full sewer lateral replacement | $6,000 to $20,000+ |
| Permit fees | Varies by city |
Typical drain repair costs in California:
Drain Repair Van Nuys, CA
91405
Drain Repair Downey, CA
90241
Drain Repair Garden Grove, CA
92840
Drain Repair Hayward, CA
94541
Drain Repair Modesto, CA
95354
Here are answers to common questions about drain repair in California.
In case the clog happens repeatedly in the same drain or you smell sewage odor, experience wet spots around the area where the drain is situated, or even cracks appear on the camera image, it’s time to consider pipe repair.
The cost of minor repairs is between $200 and $600. The repair of sewer lateral spot can cost anything between $1,500 and $4,500 while under slab repairs can cost between $2,000 and over $20,000.
Trenchless repair fixes pipes with minimal digging, usually by installing a liner inside the old pipe or pulling a new pipe through the old one. It protects driveways, floors and landscaping when the line is a good candidate.
Most California cities require a plumbing permit for sewer line and major drain line repairs or replacements. We handle permits and inspections where they are required.
Coverage varies. Many standard policies do not cover pipe wear or root damage but may cover sudden water damage. Some insurers offer a separate service line endorsement. Check your policy, and we can provide camera footage and documentation for a claim.
Contact California Drain Experts for drain repair based on your camera video and not assumptions. We fix cracked, leaking, sagged and collapsed drains in all of California.
We will give you an honest assessment and repair estimate. Contact us now to schedule your camera inspection.
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