Sewer Repair in Irvine, CA
Camera-first sewer repair for Irvine homes: you see the problem before any work begins.
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How sewer repair works in Irvine
Sewer problems are stressful because they are buried and easy to ignore until they are not. Every sewer job we do in Irvine starts with a camera inspection, so you see the exact problem before any work begins.
Irvine's plumbing spans master-planned villages built from the 1960s through the 2010s, each with its own drain material and age.
When to call for sewer repair
Call when several drains back up at once, you smell sewage in the yard or the house, the grass above the sewer line is unusually lush, slow drains do not improve after cleaning, or a toilet gurgles when water runs somewhere else.
What happens when you call
We diagnose first
We find the actual cause before recommending any repair.
We quote upfront
You get a clear price before any work starts.
We fix it right
The repair is completed and tested before we leave.
We follow up
If something is not right afterward, call us and we come back.
What Irvine homeowners should know
Master-planned villages built from the 1960s to today, nearly all on slab foundations.
- 1960s and 1970sCopper supply and cast iron drains, in University Park and Turtle Rock. Watch for pinhole leaks, drain corrosion, and slab leaks.
- 1980s and 1990sCopper supply with ABS or PVC drains, in Woodbridge, Northwood, Westpark, and Oak Creek. The copper is reaching the age when pinhole leaks start, and water heaters are near the end of their life.
- 2000s to todayPEX or copper supply with PVC drains, in Quail Hill, Portola Springs, and the Great Park. The main issue is hard-water scale.
Neighborhoods we serve in Irvine
University Park, Turtle Rock, Woodbridge, Northwood, Westpark, Oak Creek, Quail Hill, Portola Springs, Great Park Neighborhoods
ZIP codes: 92603, 92604, 92612, 92614, 92618, 92620
Water hardness
Irvine Ranch Water District supplies the city. Hardness runs from moderately hard to hard, depending on the season and where you live; the district publishes current figures in its annual water quality report. Regular water heater flushing helps, and a softener is worth considering on older copper or galvanized lines.
Sewer Repair questions in Irvine
What Irvine homeowners most often ask us about sewer repair.
Do I have to dig up my yard for sewer repair?
Not always. Cracks, minor joint failures, and root intrusion can often be fixed with trenchless methods that need little or no digging. The camera inspection tells us. If excavation is needed, we explain why and what it involves.
How long does sewer repair take in Irvine?
A targeted or trenchless fix can be done in a day. Larger repairs and full line replacements usually take one to three days, depending on the length of the line and access.
Who is responsible for the sewer line, me or the city?
The homeowner is generally responsible for the lateral that runs from the house to the city main, and the city maintains the main. The exact dividing point varies, and the camera inspection shows where the problem is.
What customers say
★★★★★
I had an excellent experience with SoCal 1 Plumbing! Eliass came out to clear a blockage in my kitchen line by snaking it through the outside wall clean-out, and everything was done efficiently and with great care. He also installed new tubular drains under my kitchen sink to stop the leaks I’d been dealing with. The work was high-quality, and they even provided a 1-year warranty on parts and labor, which gave me peace of mind. Highly recommend their professional and reliable service!
★★★★★
Very professional and solved the problem. I would use their services again they were very reliable
★★★★★
Great experience with Miguel and Steven! Fixed my stubborn kitchen sink clog. Very informative and respectful of my home in addressing the issue. Highly recommend!
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