Sewer Repair in Sacramento

Honest Sewer Repair Starts With a Camera

If someone tells you that you need a new sewer line without putting a camera in the pipe first, get a second opinion. That’s a red flag.

At Rubber Duckie Plumbing, every sewer repair starts with a camera inspection and line locating. We show you exactly what’s wrong, exactly where it is, and explain your options — before any work begins and before you spend a dollar.

Common Sewer Line Problems We Repair

• Root intrusion — Tree roots enter through joints and cracks, causing blockages and pipe damage
• Cracked or fractured pipes — Age, ground shifting, and pressure cause pipes to crack
• Offset joints — Pipe sections shift apart, creating gaps where roots and debris enter
• Bellied pipe — Sagging sections where waste collects and creates recurring clogs
• Collapsed sewer line — Pipe has broken down completely, requiring replacement
• Corroded pipe — Older cast iron or clay pipes deteriorating from the inside

Our Sewer Repair Process

1. Camera inspection — We see inside the pipe to identify the exact problem and location.
2. Locate and mark — The line locator pinpoints the problem on the surface, so we dig in the right spot.
3. Review options — I explain what I found, what needs to happen, and what it costs. You decide.
4. Targeted repair — We fix what’s broken with minimal disruption. Spot repair when possible, full replacement when necessary.
5. Final camera verification — After repair, we run the camera again to confirm everything is right.

Spot Repair vs. Full Replacement

Not every sewer problem requires replacing the whole line. If the damage is in one section, we can do a spot repair — dig in that one area, replace the damaged section, and leave the rest alone. That saves you money and minimizes the mess in your yard.

If the line is deteriorated throughout, we’ll tell you straight — and explain why full replacement is the better investment long-term. Either way, the camera footage speaks for itself.