Tree Roots in Sewer Line... Any Recommendations?

Question

Tenant water was getting backed up into shower. Plumbers came out and found sewer pipes were clogged with tree roots. Now I need a new line and am looking at ~12,000.

Any local (Aurora/Western Suburbs) contractor recommendations who may be able to do it for less?

Scott M. · Answer

2nd, 3rd and 4th opinion.  If the line is simple overrun with roots it doesn't need to be replaced, it needs to be snaked and/or jetted.  If the line is cracked/split then you need a new one.

Also, did you see a scope of the drain yourself?  Did you see the roots?  if not, get a company that can snake/jet and scope over.

Greg Scott · Answer

A new line is the long-term solution.   Short term Root-X and auguring the line should clear it.

Genny Li · Answer

I got a new PVC line hand dug to replace cast iron for under $2k. It was short since it went to a septic, but shop around.

I mean it's gross, but to be blunt, of all plumbing projects, this one is awfully simple for the price to be so high unless you're talking 100 feet of drain.

Mark F. · Answer

Have a plumber come out with one of the huge water jets, the trailer mounted ones, that will clean out the line and should last you at least a couple of years if done correctly and there are no other obvious issues. If you need a recommendation DM me.

Mark

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