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Cost of Trenchless Sewer Repair and Replacement in Florida

If you're experiencing frequent clogs or have an underground leak, chances are you need sewer line repairs. That might bring to mind images of a destroyed garden or torn-up landscaping, but trenchless sewer services can replace sections of pipe without any need for digging. The best part is that trenchless sewer repairs are often less expensive than traditional methods, especially once you factor in landscaping!

So, what is the cost of trenchless sewer services in Florida? It depends on many cost factors, including:

  • The Trenchless Method Used
  • The Length of the Pipe That Needs Repair
  • Repair vs. Replace Your Whole Sewer Line
  • Other Cost Factors
  • The Plumbing Contractor You Hire

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Trenchless Method Used

Trenchless sewer line repairs typically cost about a third of the cost of a repair that involves digging. However, which method will be effective for your sewer repair depends on the issue and scope of the problem. Let’s recap the 5 main options: Pipe coating, pipelining, sectional liners, hydrojetting, and descaling. Click here for more information on these options.

  • Sectional liners: Also known as sectional point repair, this process allows us to locate and patch specific areas of pipe underground. It's one of the most cost-effective ways of handling a problem if you catch it early.
  • Hydrojetting: Hydro jetting, also known as high-pressure water jetting or hydro blasting, is a method of cleaning and unclogging pipes, drains, and sewer lines using high-pressure water streams (up to 40,000 psi) to blast away blockages, grease, debris, and other accumulated materials in the pipes. This method is also relatively inexpensive compared to other trenchless methods.
  • Descaling: Trenchless descaling allows you to get rid of the buildup left from mineral deposits found in hard water. Over time, buildup can restrict flow through your pipes, causing drains to slow. Descaling opens up the pipe without the need to dig it up and replace it. Similar to hydrojetting, it’s a less expensive trenchless method.
  • Pipe coating: If your pipes are in generally good condition but with worn patches, pipe coating is a solid option. Using access points, we create a new pipe inside the old pipe, preventing leaks and breaks. We only need access via endpoints where water exits your home and enters the sewer system. This keeps digging to a minimum and leaves your landscaping in good condition.
  • Pipelining: Pipelining is very similar to pipe coating, but instead of coating individual sections of pipe, we create a single, seamless pipe. This helps prevent points of failure such as root intrusions.

In general, sectional lining is the most affordable option, while pipelining is the most expensive, but all of these stack up well when compared to traditional repairs.

Length of Pipe That Needs Repair

Trenchless sewer services have a long history of success in Florida due to the common issue of pinhole leaking that affects copper pipes when combined with the hard water common in many areas of the state.

That said, as with any plumbing repair, trenchless sewer repair pricing often depends on the length of the pipe that needs repairing. Material costs can dramatically affect the total price of the work, and a longer length of pipe will mean more hours of work to finish the trenchless sewer replacement.

Repair vs. Replace Your Whole Sewer Line

If your sewer line is repairable, it can save you a bundle compared to replacing the entire line. Trenchless sewer repair cost estimates often fall well under the cost of replacement options, but deliver many of the same benefits.

At the end of the day, trenchless sewer line repair benefits include a durable, long-lasting solution at a fraction of the cost of traditional dig method repairs.

Other Cost Factors

Several other factors can affect trenchless sewer repair pricing, including add-ons that help with diagnostics.

Sewer Camera Inspection

Before handling any repairs, it's a good idea to know exactly what the issue is. If we can find and fix a small problem, it's a lot more cost-effective than waiting for a major pipe failure.

Possible Permits

If permits are required for trenchless sewer services, and they often are, it can add several hundred dollars to your total. It all depends on your local permit office and how pricing works.

Tie-Ins

If all you need is a straight length of pipe with only two connection points, it's a lot cheaper than if you have branching pipes with individual tie-ins. Each tie-in requires an access point and added time for installation.

Backflow Preventer

If you need a backflow preventer installed due to an automated sprinkler system, it's going to up the trenchless sewer repair cost. Most Florida regions require a backflow preventer when you have a sprinkler system that can create backflow into your drinking water.

The Plumbing Contractor You Hire

Your chosen plumbing company also has a lot to do with trenchless sewer repair cost estimates. Some companies offer cut-rate pricing, but it's often paired with cut-rate plumbing and service. Other companies may specialize in traditional methods, which means you may not get the price break you might expect when comparing trenchless sewer repair costs vs. traditional. No matter what company you choose, make sure that they are:

  • Licensed and insured. Insurance means that if something goes wrong, you have the opportunity to recoup some, or all, of your spending on sewer repairs. Licensing means that the plumbing company can actually do the work as advertised. Check the company website and make sure the licensing information is clearly visible before you schedule an estimate.
  • Offers free estimates. The last thing you want to do is pay for an estimate when you haven't finalized your plumbing company yet. You'll want to compare estimates from several companies before you decide, and it shouldn't cost you hundreds of dollars to get a second opinion.

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