Traditional Sewer Repair

For decades, the standard approach to fixing a broken sewer line was excavation. Crews would dig a trench along the length of the damaged pipe, remove it, and replace it with new piping. While this method is effective and sometimes necessary, it comes with significant drawbacks. Excavation often requires tearing up lawns, landscaping, driveways, or sidewalks, leaving behind costly restoration work once the repair is complete. The process is labor-intensive and time-consuming, often taking several days or longer, which can increase costs. Traditional repair may be the right choice when pipes are severely collapsed, crushed, or misaligned beyond what trenchless methods can handle.

Cost Comparison

While trenchless methods sometimes carry a higher upfront cost per foot, the overall expense is often lower because there is little to no property restoration required afterward. With traditional repair, homeowners may need to pay thousands more for landscaping, concrete replacement, or other site restoration. Additionally, trenchless repairs are designed to last 50 years or more, providing long-term value and reducing the likelihood of future problems.