Sewer Line Replacement
When Your Sewer Line Fails, We're Here to Help
A damaged sewer line is more than an inconvenience—it's a serious issue that can affect your home's safety, property value, and your family's health. At Kirkland and Shaw Plumbing & Heating, we've been helping homeowners solve their most challenging plumbing problems for years, and sewer line replacement is one of our core specialties.
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Signs You Might Need Sewer Line Replacement
Sewer problems don't always announce themselves clearly, but your home will give you warning signs:
- Multiple drain backups - When more than one drain backs up at once, especially lower-level fixtures, it often points to a main sewer line problem rather than individual drain clogs.
- Persistent sewage odors - If you smell sewage in your yard or home, it could mean your sewer line has cracked or broken, allowing gases (and worse) to escape.
- Lush patches in your yard - Unusually green or fast-growing grass in one area? Leaking sewage acts as fertilizer, creating these telltale spots.
- Slow drains throughout your home - When everything drains slowly despite clear individual pipes, the main line is likely compromised.
- Foundation cracks or settling - Significant sewer leaks can wash away soil beneath your foundation, causing structural issues.
- Rodent or insect problems - Rats and other pests can enter your home through even small breaks in sewer lines.
We recently completed a challenging sewer line replacement for a homeowner in nearby Lincoln, MA who was dealing with a collapsed sewer line. See how we solved their problem with minimal disruption to their landscaping. Read the full project story →
Why Sewer Lines Fail
New England homes face unique challenges. Here in Burlington, we see sewer line failures from:
- Tree root intrusion - Our beautiful mature trees have aggressive root systems that seek out water sources, including tiny cracks in sewer pipes
- Age and deterioration - Many Burlington homes have older cast iron or clay pipes that corrode and collapse over time
- Ground shifting - Our freeze-thaw cycles cause ground movement that can crack or misalign pipes
- Previous repairs - Older patch jobs sometimes fail, requiring complete replacement
Our Sewer Line Replacement Process
We believe in doing the job right the first time. Here's what you can expect:
Camera Inspection - We start with a video inspection to diagnose the exact problem and location. No guessing, no unnecessary digging.
Clear Assessment - We'll show you what we found and explain your options honestly. Sometimes a repair works; sometimes replacement is the smarter investment.
Trenchless Options - When possible, we use modern trenchless technology that minimizes damage to your landscaping, driveway, or hardscaping.
Traditional Excavation - For extensive damage or when trenchless isn't feasible, we carefully excavate, replace the line, and restore your property.
Quality Materials - We install durable, modern PVC or HDPE pipes designed to last 50-100 years.
Proper Permitting - We handle all permits and ensure everything meets Burlington building codes and Massachusetts regulations.
Why Homeowners Choose Us
- Local Knowledge - We understand the local soil conditions, frost depths, and local codes.
- Transparent Pricing - You'll get a clear, written estimate before we start. No surprise charges.
- Licensed & Insured - Fully licensed Massachusetts plumbers with comprehensive insurance for your protection.
- Emergency Service - Sewer emergencies don't wait for business hours. Neither do we.
- Respect for Your Property - We treat your home like our own, protecting your landscaping and cleaning up thoroughly when we're done.
Don't Wait Until It's a Crisis
Sewer line problems only get worse and more expensive over time. A small crack today can become a collapsed line, a flooded basement, or contaminated soil tomorrow. If you're experiencing any warning signs—or if you simply want peace of mind about an older home's sewer system—we're ready to help.
Recent Sewer Line Replacement Projects
We recently completed a challenging sewer line replacement for a homeowner in nearby Lincoln, MA who was dealing with tree root damage and a collapsed an old clay pipe. See how we solved their problem with minimal disruption to their landscaping.
Call Kirkland and Shaw Plumbing & Heating today at (781) 272-2670 or contact us online to schedule your sewer line inspection.
Serving Burlington and Lexington, MA and surrounding communities with honest, expert plumbing solutions since 1953.
