Sewer Line Repair in Spokane & North Idaho
Backed-Up, Cracked and Root-Damaged Sewer Lines Found and Fixed
When the main sewer line fails, every drain in the house feels it. Toilets gurgle, the basement floor drain backs up, and the yard starts to smell. The Rooter Guys find the problem with a sewer camera, show you exactly what is going on underground, and fix it, whether that means clearing roots with a hydro jetter or digging up and replacing a broken section of pipe. We answer calls 24/7 across Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, Post Falls, Sandpoint, Spokane and the surrounding areas.
Why Choose The Rooter Guys
- We see it before we dig. A camera inspection shows the real problem, so you only pay for the repair you actually need.
- One crew, start to finish. Camera work, hydro jetting and excavation are all in-house, so you are not waiting on another company.
- Local to North Idaho and Spokane. Our shop is in Coeur d'Alene and our technicians work the region every day.
- 24/7 emergency response. Sewage backing up does not wait until Monday, and neither do we.
How We Repair Sewer Lines
1. Camera Inspection
We run a waterproof camera through the line to see exactly where the problem is and what caused it: roots, a crack, a sag, a collapse or a buildup of grease. You see the footage too.
2. Clear the Line
Most sewer calls start by getting things flowing again. We use hydro jetting to cut through roots, grease and debris and flush the line clean.
3. Repair or Replace
If the pipe itself is damaged, we explain your options before any work starts. When a section is broken or collapsed, our excavation crew digs to the problem, replaces the damaged pipe and restores the area.
4. Final Check
We run the camera again after the repair so you can see the line is clear and sound before we leave.
Common Sewer Line Problems We Fix
- Tree roots growing into the sewer line
- Cracked, broken or collapsed sewer pipe
- Grease and debris buildup in the main line
- Sagging or "bellied" pipe where waste collects
- Older pipe that has corroded or shifted with the ground
- Main line backups into basements and floor drains
- Commercial sewer lines and grease-related backups
Signs You Have a Sewer Line Problem
Sewer trouble rarely starts as an emergency. Watch for these early signs:
- More than one drain backing up at the same time
- Gurgling toilets or drains when you run water elsewhere in the house
- Sewage smell in the yard, basement or near floor drains
- Water backing up into a tub or shower when the toilet flushes
- Unusually green or soggy patches of lawn over the sewer line
- Recurring clogs that come back weeks after being cleared
If you notice two or more of these, call before it turns into a backup in your basement.
Sewer Line Repair FAQs
How do I know if the problem is my main sewer line or just one drain?
If only one sink or tub is slow, it is usually that drain. If several drains back up at once, or water comes up in a tub or floor drain when you flush, the main sewer line is the likely cause. A camera inspection confirms it.
What causes sewer lines to break?
Tree roots are the most common cause in North Idaho and Spokane. Others include ground shifting, freeze and thaw cycles, older pipe materials wearing out, and grease building up over years.
Do you always have to dig up the yard?
No. Many sewer problems, such as roots and grease buildup, are cleared with hydro jetting and no digging. Excavation is only needed when the pipe itself is broken, collapsed or badly sagging. The camera inspection tells us which one you are dealing with.
Should I get a sewer camera inspection before buying a house?
Yes. Standard home inspections usually do not look inside the sewer line, and repairs can be expensive. A camera inspection before closing shows the line's condition so there are no surprises.
Do you handle commercial sewer lines?
Yes. We work on sewer and drain lines for restaurants, shops and commercial properties, including grease trap and main line problems.
Related Services
Sewer problems often go hand in hand with these services.
Schedule Your Sewer Line Repair
Sewage backing up or a drain that will not stay clear? Call The Rooter Guys any time, day or night. We serve Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, Post Falls, Rathdrum, Sandpoint, Spirit Lake, Athol, Worley, Priest River, Spokane, Spokane Valley and Liberty Lake.