Sewer Repairs

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Sewer repair refers to the process of restoring, replacing, or rehabilitating damaged or deteriorated sections of a sewer system — the network of underground pipes that carries wastewater or stormwater away from homes, businesses, and streets to a treatment facility or discharge point.

In residential settings, sewer repair typically involves fixing the private sewer lateral — the pipe that connects a home’s plumbing system to the municipal sewer main — to restore proper flow and prevent leaks, backups, or contamination.

-Sewer Camera Inspections: Our sewer camera inspections allow us to see exactly what’s happening inside your sewer line without unnecessary digging. Using specialized camera equipment, we can identify cracks, root intrusion, blockages, collapsed pipes, and other problems that may be causing backups or slow drains. A camera inspection helps us pinpoint the issue and determine the most effective repair solution.

-Sewer Line Locating: Accurately locating a sewer line is an important step when planning sewer repairs, replacements, or excavation. Our sewer locating services help identify the location and path of underground sewer pipes so repairs can be performed more accurately and with less unnecessary excavation. We can help locate sewer lines when access, damage, or property conditions make their location difficult to determine.

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-Pipe Excavation and Replacement: Digging up and replacing cracked, collapsed, or root-infested sections of pipe.

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-Trenchless Repair (CIPP or Pipe Bursting): Trenchless sewer repair can provide an effective alternative to traditional sewer excavation when conditions allow. Using modern sewer repair methods, we can address damaged, cracked, or deteriorating sewer pipes while minimizing the amount of digging required. Crawford Service & Plumbing provides trenchless sewer repair and sewer line solutions throughout Brookfield and surrounding western suburbs.

-Hydro Jetting: Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to remove grease, sludge, roots, scale, and stubborn buildup from inside sewer and drain lines. It can be an effective solution for recurring sewer blockages and heavily clogged pipes while also helping restore proper flow. Crawford Service & Plumbing provides professional hydro jetting to help keep sewer lines clean and functioning properly.

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-Joint Sealing and Grouting: Sealing leaking pipe joints or cracks to prevent groundwater infiltration or sewage exfiltration.

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-Sewer Line Replacement: When a sewer pipe is severely damaged, collapsed, or beyond practical repair, sewer line replacement may be the best long-term solution. Crawford Service & Plumbing can inspect the existing sewer line, identify the extent of the damage, and determine whether repair or complete sewer replacement is appropriate. We provide sewer line replacement services for homeowners throughout Brookfield and the surrounding western suburbs.

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-Manhole or Cleanout Repair: Fixing access structures to maintain safe entry for inspection and maintenance.

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• Restore full sewer function and flow capacity.

• Prevent sewage backups into homes or streets.

• Eliminate leaks that allow groundwater infiltration or soil erosion.

• Protect public health and water quality by containing wastewater.

• Work must comply with the Illinois Plumbing Code (77 Ill. Adm. Code 890) and local building or sewer ordinances.

• Many cities (e.g., Chicago, Naperville) require a plumbing permit and inspection for sewer repairs.

• Municipalities may share responsibility for repairs depending on whether the issue lies in the private lateral or public main.