Main sewer line backup
Call nowWhat it usually means
Sewage comes up in a tub, shower or floor drain.
Know your line
Who Is Responsible for the Sewer Lateral in Clovis?
The homeowner is. Clovis Municipal Code Chapter 6.4 states: "Sewer service laterals shall be installed, maintained, and repaired by the owner of the property which the lateral serves."
The code makes the owner responsible for the whole lateral, from the building connection to the wye where it joins the city main. That means a root clog, crack or sag anywhere along that pipe is the owner's to repair.
If a camera inspection shows the problem is in the city main itself, call the City of Clovis Public Utilities department at (559) 324-2600. Tarpey Village is outside city limits, so check with your sewer provider first.
This is general information, not legal advice.
Warning signs
Signs of a Broken Sewer Line
The clearest sign of a sewer line problem is more than one drain backing up at the same time. A single slow sink is usually a local clog; several fixtures failing together point to the main line.
Several drains slow at once
SoonWhat it usually means
A sewer line blockage, or damage, in the main line.
Gurgling toilets
SoonWhat it usually means
Air is pushing past a blockage in the lateral.
Sewer smell in the yard or house
SoonWhat it usually means
A crack or break is letting sewer gas out.
Soggy, green patches over the line
SoonWhat it usually means
Wastewater is leaking into the soil above a break.
Recurring sewer backups
SoonWhat it usually means
Roots, a sag or a broken joint keep catching waste.
What to Do Right Now During a Sewer Backup
Stop all water use. No flushing, showers, laundry or dishwasher.
Keep people and pets away from sewage. It carries germs.
Leave the outdoor cleanout cap closed if sewage is backed up. Pressure behind it can spray waste when the cap comes off.
Call (559) 418-4780 for sewer backup repair, day or night.
Causes
What Damages Sewer Lines in Clovis Homes
Most sewer line damage comes from roots, age or ground movement. Each one needs a different fix, which is why the camera comes first.
Tree roots in the sewer line
Roots find small gaps at pipe joints and grow inside. Tree roots in sewer line repair usually means cutting the roots out, then sealing or replacing the joint so they don't return.
Broken or cracked sewer pipe
Broken sewer line repair starts with finding the break on camera. Older clay and cast iron pipes crack with age. Cracked sewer pipe repair can be a spot fix if the rest of the line is sound.
Sagging sewer line
A low spot, or belly, forms when the soil under the pipe settles. Water and waste sit there and clog the line again and again. Sagging sewer line repair means re-grading that section.
Collapsed sewer line
A pipe that has collapsed blocks the line completely. Collapsed sewer line repair needs that section replaced.
Older lines in established neighborhoods
Homes in areas like Old Town Clovis are more likely to have older pipe materials and mature trees near the line.
See it before you dig
Sewer Camera Inspection in Clovis, CA
A sewer camera inspection shows exactly what is wrong and where, so the repair is sized to the problem. A sewer pipe camera on a cable goes in through the cleanout and records the inside of the line.
✓Sewer video inspection shows roots, cracks, sags and offset joints
✓Sewer line locating marks where the problem sits in your yard and how deep
✓Sewer scope inspection before buying a home shows the line's condition
✓You see the footage and hear what it shows
Sewer Line Repair Options
Our sewer repair services in Clovis, CA depend on what the camera finds. Some lines need one fixed section; others need the whole line replaced.
Book a Camera Check: Call (559) 418-4780
Where Our Sewer Work Stops
We repair and replace the sewer pipe. We don't clean up after a backup or restore the yard and hardscape above the line.
We handle
✓Camera inspection and line locating
✓Clearing roots and blockages
✓Spot repairs and full lateral replacement
✓Backfilling the trench after a repair
✓Cleanout installation
We don't handle
✕Sewage cleanup and drying inside the home
✕Drywall, flooring or cabinet repair
✕Landscaping, lawn and sprinkler restoration
✕Concrete, pavers or driveway rebuilding
✕Septic tanks and septic systems
How Sewer Line Repair Works
Call (559) 418-4780. Tell us which drains are backing up and how often.
Clear and inspect. The line is cleared enough to run a camera through it.
Show you the footage. You see the problem, where it is and how deep.
Agree on the repair. You get a written scope and the cost before any digging.
Repair and re-check. The line is fixed, then filmed again to confirm it flows.
Arrival time depends on where you are in Clovis, traffic and the jobs already underway. You'll get a realistic time when you call.
What to Expect From a Sewer Contractor in Clovis
A good sewer repair company in Clovis, CA shows you the problem on camera before recommending a repair. Look for these:
✓Camera footage you can watch, with the problem spots pointed out
✓The depth and location of the damage marked in the yard
✓A clear reason for spot repair versus full replacement
✓A note on whether a permit is needed for the work
✓A final camera pass after the repair
How the Cost of Sewer Line Repair Is Set
There is no fixed price for sewer line repair or replacement. Cost is set after the job is assessed. It depends on:
✓What the camera finds: roots, a crack, a sag or a collapse
✓How deep the line is and how long the damaged section runs
✓What sits on top of it: lawn, trees, a driveway or a patio
✓Spot repair, full replacement or a trenchless method
✓Whether the work needs a permit
Documentation for Your Insurance Company
If a sewer backup damaged your home, we can provide photos, camera footage, the cause we found and a record of the repair. You can submit these documents to your insurance company to request compensation. Whether a loss is covered is between you and your insurer. We don't make coverage decisions or promise any outcome.
Sewer Repair Near You in Clovis
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