Project Overview & Execution
A homeowner on Glendora Avenue called at 7:30 PM on a Sunday evening after sewage started backing up into both bathtub drains whenever the washing machine drained or toilets were flushed.
We arrived in 35 minutes with our fully equipped service vehicle. We opened the exterior front cleanout and discovered standing blackwater indicating a complete main lateral blockage between the home and the city sewer main under the street.
We deployed our heavy-duty drum machine with a 3-inch root-cutting blade. At the 42-foot mark, the cutter encountered heavy resistance caused by mature ficus tree roots infiltrating a clay pipe joint. After three progressive passes, the line cleared completely with a loud rush of standing water.
We then conducted an inline video camera inspection to confirm the roots were cut flush to the pipe wall and that the pipe remained structurally intact. We provided a Written Estimate for ongoing preventative maintenance and sanitized the cleanout zone.
Key Takeaway for Local Property Owners
Proper diagnostics save money and prevent recurring property damage. Whether it's clearing deep tree roots or rerouting a leaky slab pipe, having an experienced tradesman with the right gear ensures the repair is done once and done right.