Sewer Replacement
Houston Sewer Replacement Service
In Houston, TX, your sewer line is the drain piping system that connects your house’s main drain with the sewer system or your private septic tank. When installed, your main drain was watertight and the joints are impenetrable. Due to the way the pipe sections are joined or earth movements (earthquakes and earth settling) the joints can be compromised and roots from trees and bushes can find a way into the sewer system. Over time these roots or pipe movements can prevent proper water flow and your sewer backs up.
Wedgeworth Plumbing offers drain cleaning and sewer pipe replacement services. We can cut the roots that are growing in the pipes to allow the water to flow freely again. However, just like pruning a bush, the roots will grow back, often in greater size, strength and number than before. In Houston, there are several options to consider for this problem. We can simply cable the drain, treat the sewer line chemically with a product, which retards root growth, or replace the broken pipes.
Call Wedgeworth Plumbing today to have our sewer and drain experts evaluate your challenges.
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What causes Houston sewer line problems?
There are many reasons your pipe could be damaged. While age is one of the most common factors, the following are some other reasons your line may need repairs:
Damaged Pipes
Many older pipes are made from cast iron or clay tile. Over time your cast iron pipes will suffer from metal fatigue and deteriorate. Clay tile pipes can break down from root infiltration and ground settling issues causing offsets and gaps in the pipe walls. Wedgeworth uses the most durable material, SDR 26, a plastic piping which meets or exceeds the latest plumbing code. With proper installation, this material will provide long lasting structural integrity requiring far fewer service calls.
Tree Roots
Tree roots are continuously searching for water sources, even if that source is a nearby sewer line. As roots grow, they may break through your sewer pipe walls and connections, which cause major issues if left unaddressed.
While doing a spot repair or complete sewer line replacement is the most permanent solution to tree root pipe infiltration, a regularly scheduled preventative drain cleaning may prolong the life of your sewer. It is important to consult with one of our experienced plumbers to determine if it is time for a repair or replacement.
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KarinL - Katy, TX 77450
Every time I called Wedgeworth, it was incredible service from the initial phone call to the end of the job. Can’t recommend enough!
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Yvonne - Houston, TX 77056
I used Wedgeworth Plumbing to repair the water line for my exterior watering system that had burst during the freeze. TJ Pinkerton provided the service, and I was absolutely delighted with his work. He arrives precisely as scheduled, kept me informed about what he would be doing and showed me exactly what had been done. I am so pleased with the service TJ provided. He had also previously repaired two other issues in my home, and I was equally delighted with his service. I am thrilled to find Wedgeworth Plumbing.
Thankful for prompt and respectful service.
Sheila - El Lago, TX 77586
I hate to have a faucet leaking and wasting precious 💧 water! Now it is fixed thanks to Wedgeworth plumbers TJ and Marshall.
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Marsha - Katy, TX 77450
Fast Response, Excellent Customer Service and a Fixed Clog!
Mike - Houston, TX 77069
Erica was so nice and professional getting someone out the day after I called (not an emergency). TJ then Shane showed up within the window and got me taken care! Very pleased.
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Brandon - Katy, TX 77450
Incredibly helpful and efficient. Fair price and gave me options. Will definitely be a returning customer
Amazing service.
Martha - Houston, TX 77055
Shawn was an absolute pro. Would highly recommend!
Terrific Service
Jeanne - Houston, TX 77043
Professional, knowledgeable, and always on time
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Satisfied Customer C - Houston, TX 77096
We were slotted for a 3-6 pm arrival time for Shawn to look at our leaking tub faucet (leak was previously repaired by another plumber two months prior). In the midst of a torrential downpour, flooding streets, and tornado warnings, Shawn arrived early after finishing up his earlier appointment. He greeted me with a smile and a hello and immediately set to work examining our plumbing. He explained the problem and presented multiple options, with clear prices and a 25-month warranty. There was no pressure in the decision making as he left it all up to me (and a quick call to my husband for confirmation of course). He was very personable and didn't mind my multitude of questions or those of my husband regarding the job. Shawn was very open and honest regarding questions I had with other plumbing concerns and gave me some great tips and suggestions. It turned out to be longer than expected to complete the job, and a secondary access hole needed to be cut into the wall, but Shawn diligently kept working as he had promised our problem would be fixed by the end of the day. When Shawn was finished, he made sure he cleaned up his area, demonstrated the ease of use of our new plumbing hardware, and asked if we had any questions. He ran out of time to work on some other issues and reached out to his office to schedule a return time in one week. We can't wait for Shawn to return! I was very pleased with the ease with which I was able to schedule the appointment, call the office with questions regarding timeframe availability and updates, and how easily they were able to reach out to Shawn while he was on the road, both in route to our home and back from acquiring the needed parts. I would highly recommend Shawn W. as your next plumber with Wedgeworth Plumbing. He is friendly, open, responsive, caring, punctual, very knowledgeable in the industry, takes pride in his work, and has a great sense of humor.
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Yong - Katy, TX 77450
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Tim - Houston, TX 77024
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Brianne - Houston, TX 77018
Awesome service
Lynn - Cypress, TX 77433
Had some pipes break during the last freeze. Wedgeworth plumbing came out and fixed them. Ask Shawn if they could repipe using pex. They gave me a bid and did a fantastic job. They are a 5 star company.
great job
Shawn - Houston, TX 77008
very professional, excellent craftsmanship and a seemingly fair price. Highly recommend.
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Yvonne - Houston, TX 77056
TJ was on time, explained precisely what needed to be done and did a great job. I sincerely appreciated his professionalism and demeanor. I am so pleased to find Wedgeworth, which came highly recommended.
Great service and quick work.
Brandon - Houston, TX 77042
Good partial service but, more than one month later, still waiting to hear from them about a part they ordered for finishing all the jobs, I have cal
Diana - Houston, TX 77024
Great service
Meg - Houston, TX 77009
It was very easy to work with the main office to set up the appointments and Shawn was very professional and did a great job
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Howard - Houston, TX 77024
Shawn came out and was quick and professional. Very satisfied.
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Clayton - Houston, TX 77062
TJ did a great job repairing our freeze break, and your home office coordinator did a great job keeping us in the loop as far as arrival time. You guys were super busy after the freeze and we really appreciate the extra effort to get us back up and running. Thanks for that! Only one suggestion - add a field to your invoice for the tech's name. I now have five WW invoices in my file and I've added the repair person's name to four of them, but missed out doing that on the fifth, invoice #11332477 from April 2021. I like to keep track of who we've worked with from your excellent firm!
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