Sewer Line Replacement in Livermore, CA
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Best Sewer Line Replacement Pros in Livermore
#1Conditional Hire
Star Rooter & Plumbing Inc
4.7Sewer Line Replacement: 88/100
“Josh and his team came and replaced ALL the pipes with copper pipes, all the way to the street water line. Water pressure has significantly improved.”
#2Strong Hire
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Hayward
4.9Sewer Line Replacement: 85/100
“Due to the accumulation of matter over the years it was a bit more difficult and after using the cable (snake) to break through and then utilizing the hydro-jet he completely cleared my drain.”
#3Strong Hire
Daves Plumbing & Drain Services
5Sewer Line Replacement: 85/100
“I had a leaky shower head; he did his best to fix it as is before getting me a new one. I appreciated that he worked hard to fix it before replacing it.”
All Sewer Line Replacement Pros in Livermore
Star Rooter & Plumbing Inc
4.7·166 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Sewer-lateral and water-line specialty: 2 reviewers describe…
Whole-house repipe with copper (1924 duplex, all galvanized…
Free estimate included full crawlspace inspection + free camera…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Hayward
4.9·39 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sewer lateral / hydro-jet specialty: 2 reviewers describe…
Pricing called 'competitive and reasonable among the estimates I…
Tech Vito included customer 'in every decision' on a complex…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Daves Plumbing & Drain Services
5·133 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Weekend/emergency sewer clearing cited
Fair-pricing language appears in 2 of 5 reviews…
Reviewers note he attempts repair before replacement
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Fito Plumbers Inc.
4.8·97 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Friday-evening renter water-heater call answered at 8pm, crew…
Sewer-lateral replacement completed in 2.5 days with daily…
Beat competing bids and provided quick service
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
JC Plumbing & Rooter
4.9·115 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Tankless water heater warranty work
Final bill came in under quote in at least one case
Teaches DIY descaling
Concerns
One reviewer reports being rudely cut off on the phone after…
Pricing on small jobs can be steep
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9·238 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Holiday/short-notice dispatch: Christmas Day sewer call answered…
Senior-discount pricing called out on a toilet repair job
On-time arrival within scheduled window noted by 1 reviewer
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Westcoast Plumbing Service Inc.
4.7·17 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Sub-hour arrival cited in 2 of 5 reviews (within an hour and…
Sewer backup resolved after another company's hydro-jet failed (1…
Concerns
Thin review base: only 17 total Google reviews and 4 of 5 sampled…
Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air of San Lorenzo
4.7·266 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.7Google
Strengths
Jordan arrived within 45 minutes on a Sunday afternoon and…
Camera-inspected 67-year-old pipes, scheduled a full repipe two…
Concerns
Customer asked to sign a $550 agreement before any estimation was…
Emergency-clog tech said he would be right back for supplies and…
Multiple 1-star reviews allege a $77 advertised drain rate is…
Hydroworks Plumbing
5·9 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
Whole-house repipe work cited by 2 reviewers
Tankless water-heater installs cited by 2 reviewers as 'clean,…
Trenchless sewer-main relining cited as 'zero yard destruction',…
Concerns
Low review volume (9 total Google reviews) plus repeated…
Jazz Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing
4.9·3.9k reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Online booking surfaced a same-day appointment with a pre-arrival…
Water-heater workmanship visible — Tony V. and Ivan B.
Multi-trade install handled around code constraints
Concerns
Plumbing-specific evidence is thin in the analyzed set
Plumbing Care Inc
4.9·2.0k reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Tankless water heater work draws repeat praise
After-hours response confirmed
Technicians lay out multiple price options instead of pushing the…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Service Hero Plumbing & Air
4.6·1.3k reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.6Google
Strengths
Sunday call run 4+ hours into the late evening until resolved
Hydro-jetting capability
Technicians explain progress and least-cost solutions before…
Concerns
Pricing flagged as 'expensive' by 2 of 87 analyzed reviewers
Magnificent Plumbing & Rooter
4.8·205 reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day clogged main drain clearing with explanation of root…
Repiping job completed on schedule with warranty
Bathroom-remodel-adjacent work (tub-to-shower conversion + 3…
Concerns
Verbal-only pricing on drain clearing with refusal to provide…
Active Plumbing and Rooter
5·106 reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Sub-30-minute Sunday-night dispatch for double-toilet backup (1…
Within-hour arrival noted by 2 reviewers, including one same-day…
Pricing described as most reasonable vs competitors in 3 of 5…
Concerns
1 of 5 reviewers paid more than the original water-heater quote…
On R Way Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
5·95 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
After-hours availability: Jeff answered after 9pm Friday when 4…
Pricing called out as cheaper than a previous long-term plumbing…
Honest non-billed visit after a sink unclogged itself before…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Common Sewer Line Replacement Scenarios
Full Sewer Line Replacement
When the entire sewer line from your home to the street needs replacing due to age, material failure, or extensive damage.
Trenchless Pipe Bursting
A new pipe is pulled through the old one, breaking it apart. Minimal yard disruption compared to traditional excavation.
Cured-in-Place Pipe Lining
An epoxy-coated liner is inserted and cured inside the existing pipe, creating a new pipe within the old one.
Conventional Excavation
The traditional method: dig a trench, remove the old pipe, lay a new one. Sometimes the only option for severely collapsed lines.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does sewer line replacement cost in Livermore, CA?
Full sewer line replacement in Livermore typically costs $3,000-$25,000. Trenchless methods run $4,000-$10,000 on average. Traditional excavation with yard restoration can exceed $15,000. Length of the line, depth, and access all affect pricing.
How long does sewer line replacement take?
Trenchless sewer replacement typically takes 1-2 days. Traditional excavation takes 3-5 days plus yard restoration time. Most plumbers in Alameda County can start within a week of the initial inspection.
Is trenchless sewer replacement worth it in Livermore?
Trenchless is usually worth it if your yard has landscaping, driveways, or structures over the sewer line. It costs more than basic excavation but saves thousands in restoration. Ask the pros below for a comparison quote.
Do I need a permit for sewer line replacement in Alameda County?
Yes — sewer line replacement in Alameda County requires a plumbing permit and inspection. Your plumber should handle the permit. Unpermitted work can cause problems when selling and may void insurance claims.
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