Sewer Line Repair and Replacement in Plano, TX

Sewer lines are essential to Plano, TX, homeowners and business owners as they remove wastewater and rainwater from your building and adjacent areas. That also means that getting them repaired and, when necessary, replaced is of utmost importance, especially so for wastewater.

That’s primarily because any issues with your wastewater getting safely from your property to the treatment plant may result in significant health hazards as well as structural damage to your building, lawn and other areas.

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Richard

My A/C unit stopped working and was scheduled for service same day. Tyler B did an outstanding job! He focused on carefully identifying the root cause of the issue(s). I very much appreciated his courteous and professional manner. He kept me updated on the work he was doing along with explanation on issues as he came across them. it's obvious he enjoys his work and cares about the quality of work performed. He's an exceptional young man and has a very bright future ahead.

Holly Bailey

Jayla stopped by to perform routine check up and it was so nice to see a woman in this position. She was pleasant, knowledgeable and efficient. She explained what she did. I'll be requesting her for my service in the spring.

Melissa Entsminger

Kayla came out and did a superb job. She was very professional, friendly, and had an eye for detail. She examined, cleaned, and set everything up to have worry free furnaces this winter. Excellent experience.

Sherry Green

This afternoon my AC begin to make a terrible noise so I called total air and heat and they had a technician to me in 25 minutes. My technician, Trent, was quick and efficient. He found that my capacitor had gone out. He was able replace the capacitor in a very timely manner. He checked everything to make sure all other parts were working. I have been using this company for mini years and they've replaced my entire system two times. They are very competitive and very quick to come out and help when there is a problem. I would recommend them to anyone. I won't use anyone else.

Robert DeVita

The service team from Total Air came out this morning to make a small adjustment as a result of my annual service check up. They are truly an amazingly service oriented company as they uncovered the need for the slight adjustment and came right out and made it ! In a world where so many companies use their annual service program to “invent issues” Total Air operates with total integrity and accountability.
It’s been one year after they replaced all my AC vents and I still look forward to a reason to call their office as view their office staff more like “friends with incredible HVAC knowledge”!!!
This is the best run service company that I have ever dealt with, by far!

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Total has serviced and replaced two of my units. I had Jeff out to look at a very old unit expecting him to sell me on a new one, but he took a consultative approach. I really appreciate this approach. We ultimately called him back for the replacement when it failed. The technicians are always on time and friendly. Great company and I refer them to all my neighbors!

Blev Lauer

The Total Air team did a great job installing our new a/c unit. They were very knowledgeable,efficient and helpful...encouraging us to ask any questions we might have re the installation process. They did a great job of removing old unit & moving new equipment into attic w/o disturbing our household . Left everything very clean. Wld definitely recommend Total Air to anyone searching for a/c maintenance and/or replacement!

Sherry Green

My technician, Julian, was quick and efficient. Very knowledgeable and friendly. He explained everything he was going to do and it worked great. Love this company been using them for years. They installed my last complete system and it's a greatx and works very efficiently. Wouldn't use anybody else.

Gina DeNoia

The Total Air & Heat Crew did an outstanding job of replacing my HVAC system. They were excellent workers, courteous, and very neat and tidy. I am very pleased with their work!!!

E King

Technician professional did a thorough job. Alex was very nice. There was some confusion about the old credit card their office had on file but aside from that, I am very much pleased with the service from this company. Will definitely use them again.

What Are the Main Types of Sewer Lines?

There are three main types of sewer lines that our eagle-eyed plumbers work with.

Sanitary Sewers

Sanitary sewers take wastewater from your sinks, dishwasher, washing machine, shower and toilet to wastewater plants, where contaminants are removed from it.

Storm Sewers

All of the rain that falls nearby may be directed into storm sewers. Since this water doesn’t need to be treated, it’s normally sent directly into a nearby body of water.

Combined Sewers

Combined sewers are for both wastewater and stormwater. However, they were phased out decades ago due to their inefficiency, so you likely only have this type of sewer line if you live or work in an older structure.

Types of Repairs That Total Air & Plumbing Does

We engage in several different types of sewer line repairs. For example, we regularly fix cracked, clogged and collapsed sewer lines, many of which had resulted in leaks, some minor, some significant.

Also, note that we offer trenchless sewer line repair, which tends to be completed in a much more timely and affordable manner than trenched repair. Although trenchless is sometimes not possible due to factors such as severely damaged pipes or an unusual pipe layout, it usually is.

Regardless, we may utilize cameras to inspect your sewer lines while augers, also known as plumber’s snakes, could be all that’s necessary to clear up a blockage. In some cases, pipe relining is done, which essentially creates a new pipe inside of an existing one. In other circumstances, pipe bursting occurs; this involves an old pipe being broken apart so that a new one may be put in its place.

One example of a trenched repair being necessary would be if you need your existing pipe to be removed entirely and replaced completely.

What Are Some Signs of a Damaged Sewer Line?

Since sewer lines are almost always located underground, assessing any potential issues related to them are sometimes difficult for homeowners. However, there are some signs that you should keep an eye out for. A few of these are pretty clear indicators of issues while others are not as obvious and could be indicating non-sewer problems.

Sewage backing up where water comes out - e.g. your faucets, bathtub or toilet.
There's a sewage odor in your yard or basement or, worse, visible wastewater in either place.
An area of your yard now looks greener and more vibrant (due to sewage water helping it grow).
A sinkhole has formed in your yard, or it has soggy areas. Flooding is a serious warning sign.
The amount of water in your toilet is less than normal, or your toilet's gurgling.
You have slow drains, or a sewage-like smell is coming from those drains. Gurgling here is another sign.
Your building's foundation is cracking (due to wastewater eroding nearby soil).
Your water bills are 20% or more higher than they were before.
You've been using the same sewer lines for more than 50 years.

Potential Consequences of Ignoring These Issues

If you have a sewer-line issue but don’t get it fixed, you’re taking a risk, potentially a serious one.

Of course, health hazards are what likely initially come to mind since having sewage backing up in your house or spilling out into your yard is a dangerous situation. However, do also take into account the impact of your home’s foundation cracking, other property damage occurring and yard erosion through depressions, which could even be the result of soil being carried away through these damaged pipes.

Also, in most cases, the longer you wait to get something like this fixed, the more extensive the repairs will be.

Property-Value Benefits of Healthy Sewer Lines

On the positive side, consider the property-value benefits that healthy or new sewer lines can provide. This could be a substantial benefit if you’re looking to sell your structure in the near future.

How Can Sewer-Line Issues Be Prevented?

There are a few things that you can do to lengthen the lives of your sewer lines.

Hair, grease, oil and starchy foods should be kept out of your drains.
Only send human waste and toilet paper down your toilet.
Keep trees away from sewer lines so that their roots don’t try to reach inside of them.
Engage in regular sewer-line inspections. (This is especially important to do with older systems.)

As for inspections, also keep in mind that these can usually be done with minimal intrusion, often through the use of cameras or sensors.

Why Select Total Air & Plumbing For Your Sewer-Line Repair or Replacement?

Total Air & Plumbing has been in business in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex since 1957, starting with the burgeoning AC field and expanding from there into HVAC in general and plumbing. More to the point, our eagle-eyed plumbers ensure that all plumbing needs in Plano, Texas, will be met with top quality, comprehensive care and superior solutions.

Sewer Line Installation

In addition, keep in mind that if you’re in the process of constructing a new building or perhaps an added-on portion to an existing one, we can also help with the sewer-line installation process. We’ll then use our extensive plumbing knowledge to ensure that you’ll be protected for decades to come.

Sewer Line Repair and Replacement in Plano, TX