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When your main sewer line clogs, everything stops working. Toilets won’t flush. Showers back up. You’re stuck dealing with raw sewage in your home.
We use sewer cameras to see what’s actually causing the problem—tree roots, grease buildup, collapsed pipes. Then we clear it with hydro jetting that removes the clog and scrubs your pipes clean. Not just a temporary fix that brings you back in three months.
Most clogs get handled same-day. You get your house back to normal without the panic, the mess, or wondering if it’s really fixed. And because we’re showing you what we found on camera, you know exactly what you’re paying for.
We’ve spent over two decades working in El Dorado County. We know Somerset’s elevation creates freeze risks your neighbors in lower areas don’t deal with. We know the older homes here have aging cast iron that’s vulnerable to root intrusion.
Our 4.7-star Google rating comes from showing up when we say we will, explaining what we found in plain English, and charging exactly what we quoted. No hidden fees. No “we’ll need to see what we find” pricing games.
Every technician is a direct employee, not a subcontractor. Fully licensed and insured. Available 24/7 when your sewer backs up at midnight.
First, we run a camera through your sewer line. This shows us exactly where the clog is, what’s causing it, and whether your pipes have damage. You see the same footage we’re looking at.
Then we explain what we found and give you an upfront price. That quote includes everything needed to fix the problem properly—no diagnostic fees, no surprise charges later.
For most clogs, we use hydro jetting. High-pressure water cuts through roots, grease, and buildup, then flushes everything out. It’s more thorough than snaking and keeps your line clear for years instead of months. If your pipe is damaged, we’ll tell you that too and explain your options.
The whole process typically takes a few hours. You get a clean sewer line and documentation of what we did.
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Every sewer cleaning starts with a camera inspection at no additional charge. We’re not guessing what’s wrong—we’re showing you.
Hydro jetting removes tree roots, grease, soap scum, and mineral deposits. The water pressure is strong enough to cut through virtually anything blocking your line, and it scrubs the pipe walls clean in the process. This prevents clogs from coming back quickly.
Somerset’s foothills location means tree roots are a constant issue. Oaks, pines, and other mature trees send roots toward your sewer line looking for water. Our equipment handles root removal without damaging your pipes.
If we find cracks, bellies, or collapsed sections during the camera inspection, we’ll walk you through repair options. Sometimes a targeted fix is all you need. Other times, a full replacement makes more sense long-term. We’ll give you the information to decide what works for your situation and budget.
If multiple drains are slow or backing up at the same time, the problem is in your main sewer line, not an individual drain. When you flush the toilet and your shower gurgles, or when running the washing machine causes your basement drain to overflow, that’s your main line.
Single-drain problems—like just the kitchen sink backing up—usually mean a clog in that specific drain pipe. We can snake those quickly. But when everything in your house drains slowly, or when you’re getting sewage backup from lower-level fixtures, your main sewer line is blocked.
The camera inspection shows us exactly where the problem is. We’re not charging you for main sewer line cleaning if a simple drain snake will do the job. And we’re not snaking your main line when it needs hydro jetting, because that just wastes your time and brings you back in a few weeks.
Tree roots cause over half of all sewer blockages, and Somerset has plenty of mature trees. Roots grow toward your sewer line because it’s a water source. Once they find a small crack or joint, they grow inside the pipe and catch everything flowing past—toilet paper, grease, soap scum. Eventually, nothing can get through.
Somerset’s elevation and soil conditions also contribute. The area’s freeze-thaw cycles can crack older pipes. Shifting soil in the foothills puts pressure on sewer lines that weren’t installed with much flexibility.
Older homes here often have cast iron or clay pipes that are more vulnerable to root intrusion than modern PVC. If your house was built before the 1980s and you’ve got big trees in the yard, roots are the likely culprit when your sewer backs up repeatedly.
Basic sewer line cleaning for minor clogs typically runs $200 to $500 if we can clear it with a snake or auger. Hydro jetting for more stubborn blockages or root removal costs $600 to $1,400, depending on your line’s length and the severity of buildup.
We give you the exact price before we start work. That quote includes the camera inspection, the cleaning, and any follow-up camera work to confirm the line is clear. No hidden fees for “trip charges” or “diagnostic time.”
If we find damage during the inspection that needs repair, we’ll explain your options and what each costs. Sometimes a spot repair is all you need. Other times, replacing a section makes more sense than repeatedly clearing roots from cracked pipe. We’ll give you the information to make that call—it’s your house and your budget.
Most homes benefit from sewer line inspection every one to two years, especially if you’ve got mature trees near your property or your house is more than 30 years old. The inspection catches small problems before they become sewage backups.
If you’ve already had root problems, annual hydro jetting keeps roots from blocking the line again. Roots grow back, but regular cleaning removes them before they cause another backup. That’s a lot cheaper than emergency service calls every few months.
Newer homes with PVC pipes and no big trees nearby can usually go longer between cleanings. But if you’re noticing slow drains, gurgling sounds, or sewage odors, don’t wait for your annual checkup. Those are signs your line needs attention now, before you’re dealing with a full backup.
Snaking punches a hole through the clog so water can drain again. It’s fast and works fine for simple blockages. But it doesn’t remove the buildup on your pipe walls, so the clog often comes back within months.
Hydro jetting scrubs the entire pipe clean. The high-pressure water cuts through roots, dissolves grease, and removes years of accumulated gunk. Your pipes look almost new inside. That means clogs don’t return for two to three years on average.
For recurring problems or heavy root intrusion, hydro jetting is worth the extra cost because you’re not calling us back every few months. For a one-time clog with no history of issues, snaking might be all you need. The camera inspection shows us which approach makes sense for your specific situation.
Yes. We’re available 24/7 for sewer emergencies, and we typically respond within hours of your call. When sewage is backing up into your house, that’s not something you can wait until Monday morning to fix.
Same-day service is standard for true emergencies like complete backups, burst pipes, or total water loss. We prioritize getting someone to your property fast because we know the damage and health risks that come with raw sewage in your home.
Our emergency pricing is straightforward—you’re not paying triple rates just because it’s after hours. You’re paying for the work that needs to be done, whether we’re there at 2 PM or 2 AM. And you still get the same camera inspection and upfront quote before we start, so you know exactly what you’re authorizing.
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