If your drains are backing up, your yard smells like sewage, or you're hearing gurgling sounds from the pipes — something's going on with your sewer line. We'll find the problem and fix it. Most jobs start with a camera inspection so we know exactly what we're dealing with before anything gets dug up. A sewer repair might be a spot fix or a full sewer line replacement. We price the sewer repair before any work starts.
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Not every slow drain means your sewer line is damaged — but when multiple drains are acting up at the same time, it's usually a main line issue. Here's what to look for:
We run a camera through your sewer line to see exactly what's going on. Roots, cracks, offsets, collapse — we can see it all without digging anything up. That footage is what the whole repair plan gets built on. A cracked pipe, a bellied section, or a sewer leak all look different on screen, and each points to a different fix for the sewer line.
You see the footage with us. We walk you through the problem in plain English and lay out your repair options. If the sewer line only needs cleaning, we say so. If the plumbing is past saving, we say that too, and we show you the footage that led us there.
Whether it's a spot repair, a trenchless fix, or a section replacement, you know the full cost upfront. No surprises. That covers sewer repair, sewer line replacement, and drain cleaning, priced separately so you can see what each part costs. A new sewer pipe installation is broken out the same way.
We use the right method for the situation. Sometimes that means a targeted dig, sometimes it's a trenchless approach. We'll recommend whatever makes the most sense for your property and budget. A spot repair on one length of sewer pipe costs far less than a full sewer line replacement, so we do not quote the bigger job unless the damage calls for it.
After the repair, we run the camera through again to confirm the line is clear and flowing the way it should. That last pass also catches anything the repair missed, like a second sewer leak further down the sewer line or roots working into the pipe joints.
Charlotte's landscape and housing stock create specific conditions that lead to sewer line problems. At Precision Sewer Line Repair CO, here's what we run into most:
If your home is in an older Charlotte neighborhood and you haven't had a sewer camera inspection, it's worth getting one just to see where things stand. We offer sewer camera inspections as a standalone service. That look inside is cheap next to a sewer line replacement you did not see coming, and it tells you whether the plumbing under the house is clay, cast iron, or something newer.
Every job is different, but here are the general ranges:
| Repair Type | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Camera inspection (diagnostic) | $250 – $500 |
| Spot or section repair | $1,500 – $4,000 |
| Trenchless pipe lining | $3,000 – $8,000 |
| Full line replacement | $5,000 – $15,000+ |
Cost depends on the length and depth of the line, the method used, and what kind of access we have to the pipe. We always give you the full price before we start. Most sewer line repairs land in the middle of that range. A full sewer line replacement costs more because it is more pipe, more digging, and more restoration afterward.
For less invasive options, check out our trenchless sewer line repair page. Trenchless work suits a sewer line that is cracked but still round. If the pipe has collapsed, a dig and replacement is the honest answer.
If only one fixture is backed up, it's probably a drain issue. If multiple fixtures are slow or backing up at the same time, it's almost always the main line. A camera inspection confirms it either way. A single slow drain is usually a clog in the house plumbing, not sewer damage. Several drains at once points at the main sewer line, and that is when looking inside it earns its keep.
Most repairs take 1–2 days. Trenchless repairs can sometimes be done in a single day. Full replacements usually take 2–3 days. A short sewer line run under the lawn can be done in a morning. What stretches a job is depth, hard access, or waiting on a permit inspection to be scheduled.
Not always. It depends on the location and type of damage. We use trenchless methods whenever possible to minimize disruption to your property. When digging is needed, we keep it as targeted as possible and clean up after. Most sewer line damage sits under lawn rather than concrete, which keeps the dig small. Trenchless methods leave the rest of your plumbing undisturbed.
Mecklenburg County requires permits for most sewer line work. We handle the permitting process for you. That applies to any sewer line work, including a new sewer pipe installation. The permit cost is in the quote you get up front.
If the original pipe material is still in the ground, yes. That's why we recommend modern materials when doing replacements — they're much more resistant to root intrusion. Modern pipe resists roots far better than old clay. If roots have already broken the sewer line in several places, replacement usually beats paying for repeat cleaning.
That's fine. We offer standalone camera inspections — a lot of Charlotte homeowners get one before buying a home or just to check on an older system. An early look inside also catches leaks and small sewer damage, while it is still a repair rather than a replacement. Plumbing that old rarely fails everywhere at once.