Sewer Repair and Replacement in Fort Worth, TX

Fixing a sewer problem isn’t a one-size-fits-all situation. The solution depends on what’s causing the issue and how severe the damage is.

• Minor Blockages: If your sewer is clogged but the pipes are still in good shape, a clogged drain cleaning service using a professional auger or hydrojet drain cleaning can clear the blockage.
• Tree Root Intrusion: If roots have invaded your sewer line, we may use a high-pressure hydro jet to clear them out. However, if the roots have cracked or collapsed the pipe, a trenchless sewer replacement or a spot repair is necessary.
• Leaks or Cracks in the Pipe: Small cracks or misaligned joints can sometimes be repaired with sewer lining, which creates a durable new pipe inside the existing one. If the damage is too extensive, a sewer line replacement may be needed.
• Collapsed or Severely Damaged Pipes: If your sewer line has collapsed, shifted, or corroded beyond repair, the only solution is a full sewer line installation. Depending on the situation, we may use trenchless replacement to minimize digging or a traditional excavation if necessary.

A sewer leak happens when wastewater escapes from your sewer line due to cracks, broken joints, or corrosion. This can happen underground, in your yard, or even under your foundation.

• A leaking sewer line softens the soil, causing foundation damage or sinkholes in your yard.
• Raw sewage can contaminate groundwater and create a serious health hazard.
• If left unchecked, a minor leak can turn into a full sewer line collapse, requiring major excavation.

Signs of a sewer leak include unexplained wet spots in your yard, foul odors, increased water bills, and slow drains. If you suspect a leak, don’t wait—it will only get worse.

Your sewer line won’t fail overnight—it’ll give you warning signs first. Here’s what to watch for:

• Multiple slow or clogged drains – If every sink, tub, and toilet is acting up, your main sewer line is struggling.
• Gurgling sounds in toilets and drains – If your toilet bubbles when you shower or your sink gurgles after flushing, air is trapped in the sewer line.
• Sewage odors in your home or yard – A strong rotten egg or raw sewage smell could mean a crack or leak in your sewer line.
• Unexplained wet patches or sunken areas in your yard – Sewer water leaking underground can cause lush, overgrown patches of grass or soggy, unstable ground.
• Frequent backups despite clearing clogs – If your drains keep clogging no matter how many times you snake them, the problem is deeper in the sewer line.

If your drains gurgle, back up, or smell awful, there’s a good chance something’s wrong underground. But even if you don’t see obvious signs, you might still have a developing sewer issue.

Red flags that signal sewer trouble:

• Your drains are slower than usual. A small clog today could be a full backup tomorrow.
• You hear bubbling noises from sinks or toilets. That means sewer gas is escaping through trapped air pockets.
• Your yard has random wet spots or sinking areas. That’s a hidden leak eroding the ground.
• You’ve had frequent drain problems. If clogs keep coming back, it’s likely a bigger issue in the sewer line.

A quick inspection from Rockwater Plumbing can pinpoint the problem before it turns into a disaster.

Some sewer lines can be repaired, but some are beyond saving. Here’s when sewer line replacement is the best option:

• Your pipes are over 50 years old – If your sewer line is made of clay, cast iron, or Orangeburg, it’s time for an upgrade.
• You keep having backups, even after multiple repairs. Constant clogs and slow drains mean your system is failing.
• Tree roots have taken over your pipes. Roots will keep growing back unless you replace the line with root-resistant material.
• Your sewer line has collapsed or is leaking in multiple areas. At that point, a full replacement is the only way to restore proper drainage.

If you’re dealing with recurring sewer issues, don’t keep patching up an old system that’s past its lifespan. We’ll inspect your line and give you straightforward answers on whether a repair or full replacement is the best move for your home.