Understanding what can go wrong with your sewer line can help you recognize the importance of timely inspections and repairs:

• Common Causes:
  • Tree Root Intrusion: Roots seeking moisture can penetrate and clog or damage pipes.
  • Blockages: Accumulation of grease, debris, sanitary products, or foreign objects.
  • Pipe Corrosion & Aging: Older pipes (cast iron, clay) can corrode, crack, or deteriorate.
  • Pipe Damage: Cracks, breaks, or collapses due to ground shifting, heavy loads, or improper installation.
  • Bellied or Sagging Pipes: Sections of the pipe sink, creating low spots where waste collects.
• Consequences of Neglect:
  • Frequent and messy sewage backups.
  • Costly water damage to property.
  • Unpleasant odors and potential health hazards.
  • Damage to landscaping or foundations.
  • More expensive and extensive repairs if issues are left unaddressed.

At Gray Brothers, we utilize state-of-the-art video camera inspection technology (also known as sewer scope inspection or video pipe inspection) to accurately diagnose the condition of your sewer line without disruptive digging.

• What to Expect:
  1. Our technician inserts a high-resolution waterproof camera, attached to a flexible rod, into your sewer line through an accessible cleanout point.
  2. We navigate the camera through the pipe, viewing its condition in real-time on a monitor.
  3. The inspection is often recorded, allowing you to see the findings.
• Benefits of Video Inspection:
  • Pinpoint Accuracy: Identifies the exact nature and location of blockages, cracks, root intrusion, or other damage.
  • Non-Invasive: Eliminates guesswork and unnecessary excavation.
  • Clear Evidence: Provides a visual record of the pipe’s condition.
  • Informed Decisions: Allows us to recommend the most effective and cost-efficient repair solutions.

Once our sewer line inspection identifies the problem, Gray Brothers offers a range of effective repair and sewer line replacement solutions tailored to your specific situation:

• Sewer Line Cleaning & Clearing: For blockages caused by grease, debris, or minor root intrusion, we offer professional sewer line cleaning services, often using hydro-jetting or specialized augers.
• Targeted Spot Repairs: For localized damage, we can excavate and repair only the affected section of the pipe.
• Full Sewer Line Replacement: For severely damaged or collapsed lines, we provide complete sewer line replacement services, ensuring proper installation and durable materials for long-term reliability.

We prioritize solutions that are effective, durable, and minimize disruption to your property.

Contact Gray Brothers if you notice any of these common indicators of sewer line problems:

• Frequent toilet, sink, or drain backups.
• Multiple drains are slow or clogged simultaneously.
• Unpleasant sewer odors inside or outside your property.
• Gurgling sounds coming from your drains or toilets.
• Soggy patches or indentations in your yard above the sewer line.
• Unexplained pest problems (rats, insects) near drains.
• Considering a home purchase (a pre-purchase sewer scope inspection is highly recommended).

• Advanced Diagnostic Technology: We use the latest video pipe inspection equipment for accurate problem identification.
• Experienced & Licensed Technicians: Our team is skilled in diagnosing and repairing all types of sewer line issues.
• Comprehensive Solutions: From inspection and sewer line cleaning to complex sewer line repairs and replacements, we handle it all.
• Transparent Diagnosis & Upfront Pricing: We explain our findings clearly and provide honest estimates before work begins.
• Minimally Invasive Options: We offer trenchless sewer repair techniques where feasible to save you time, money, and disruption.
• Focus on Long-Term Solutions: We use quality materials and proven methods to ensure lasting repairs.
• Serving Residential & Commercial Clients: We cater to the sewer line needs of both homeowners and businesses throughout the Greater Philadelphia area.