Sewer Line Replacement in Philadelphia, PA
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Best Sewer Line Replacement Pros in Philadelphia
#1Strong Hire
Goodman Plumbing
4.7Sewer Line Replacement: 90/100
“Goodman is my go to plumber. They ran new water and sewer to my subdivided carriage house 3 years ago. A big job that was done well. Today they at no charge repaired a bad washer in the meter pit.”
#2Strong Hire
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8Sewer Line Replacement: 80/100
“Mike (4893) was prompt, knowledgeable, friendly, and has a great sense of humor. He also saved me a lot of money because another plumber told me I would have to get my kicked ripped up to fix my drain pipe.”
#3Strong Hire
Boss Plumbing & Heating
4.8Sewer Line Replacement: 75/100
“We had a sewer backup on the weekend during a snow storm. Because of the weekend and snow storm, everyone refused to come out until they called Warren at Boss Plumbing and Heating. Warren came out at 5pm on a Sunday in a snow storm and fixed the issue. He was very professional and did an amazing job.”
All Sewer Line Replacement Pros in Philadelphia
Goodman Plumbing
4.7·1.0k reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.7Google
Strengths
Competitive pricing on large jobs
Same-day full-crew mobilization for major work: full sewer line…
Veteran crew communicates clearly from start to finish and takes…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“Nick is the best! Our hot water heater needed replaced.”
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·941 reviews·
In PhiladelphiaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Arrived within 2 hours on a pre-Christmas call;
Technicians praised for staying until problem confirmed resolved…
Diagnosed and saved cost: Mike found fix without ripping up floor…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“Mike (4893) was prompt, knowledgeable, friendly, and has a great sense of humor.”
Boss Plumbing & Heating
4.8·232 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Owner picks up the phone directly — no answering service
Sunday and severe-weather availability: arrived at 5pm on a…
Diagnosed a drain issue over the phone using neighborhood…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“Warren was so knowledgeable of our problem and our neighborhood that he was able to diagnose it over the phone! He was…”
Valdel Plumbing
4.8·1.0k reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Dispatcher sent within an hour for emergency calls, noted in 2 of…
Transparent step-by-step explanation of work cited in 3 of 5…
No upsell pressure — tech told customer both what was needed and…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“No strong arm sales pitch. Told me both what we needed and what we didn't need.”
Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.6·5.7k reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.6Google
Strengths
Technicians praised for detailed explanations and clean worksite…
Same-day and weekend emergency service confirmed: sewer line…
Concerns
Incomplete work documented: reviewer paid ~$500, clog cleared but…
“The service we received was exceptional. Your servicemen demonstrated remarkable professionalism.”
“i paid a tad under $500.”
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·3.9k reviews·
In PhiladelphiaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Proceed with care4.8Google
Strengths
Sunday night 9pm emergency response confirmed: technician…
Individual technicians praised for honesty and detailed…
Concerns
Incomplete job + $948 charge: technician removed toilet, failed…
Sloppy vent install on water heater left crooked and messy on…
“Bobby came out to service my property and not only diagnosed the issue but also educated me on the root cause.”
“Roto Rooter sends a plumber to unclog my sewer drain at 9pm on Sunday, thankfully.”
IFixdit Plumbing & Drains
4.9·538 reviews·
In PhiladelphiaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
After-hours and holiday emergency response confirmed in 2 of 5…
Frozen pipe burst during city utility failure: Tony came same…
Upfront pricing and detailed receipts cited in 2 of 5 reviews;
Concerns
slow_response theme flagged once in 5 analyzed reviews
“Tony was polite, professional, and prompt in providing us service and was the only one who could help us during the…”
Plumbing Pals
4.9·1.7k reviews·
In PhiladelphiaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day water heater swap in under 2 hours
Mobilized for frozen-pipe emergency with tenants moving in next…
Concerns
Customer service disputed a drywall damage claim by asserting it…
“Plumbing Pals came through for us during a true emergency with frozen pipes, right as new tenants were moving in the…”
KCS Plumbing
4.9·341 reviews·
In PhiladelphiaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
No-upsell approach noted in 2 of 5 sampled reviews
Same-day placement on schedule confirmed: Keith arrived within 2…
Complex heritage plumbing handled: team completed work on…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“Their response was fast, their communication was clear, and they took the time to thoroughly explain what was causing…”
East Philly plumbing & heating llc
5·237 reviews·
In PhiladelphiaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Weekend and off-hours emergency response cited in 2 of 5 analyzed…
Boiler install squeezed in same-day so family had heat;
4-inch drain pipe replacement in South Philly done in 2 hours at…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“We called on a holiday weekend about a flooded basement in my MIL's house.”
Gaceta Plumbing LLC
4.9·61 reviews·
In PhiladelphiaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Responded and showed up within 24 hours for troubleshooting;
9+ year repeat customer cites transparent pricing at reasonable…
Water leak investigation went above scope
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“They went above and beyond to investigate and fix a recent water leak issue in addition to handling regular HWH…”
Guaranteed Plumbing & Heating
4.8·868 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day dispatch confirmed: 7 AM call → 2 workers on site by 8…
workmanship=3 in 5 sampled reviews;
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“Guaranteed Plumbing always does great work. Everyone I spoke with was friendly and extremely knowledgeable.”
Do it right Plumbing 610
4.9·869 reviews·
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Owner Kirk maintained contact throughout a late-night frozen pipe…
Upfront low/high cost estimate with clear scope outlined before…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“I was able to get a 5 foot clog removed from my water line from a recommended company in Northeast Philadelphia.”
MVP Plumbing
5·206 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Exceptional responsiveness: dispatcher called back within minutes…
Strong communication and education: multiple reviewers praised…
Consistent punctuality and professionalism across multiple…
Fair pricing: reviewers specifically noted 'great price' and…
“Within minutes she called back and let us know Jeff would be there between 1–4 PM”
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
D'Orazio Plumbing, LLC
5·29 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Consistent repeat business: 3 of 5 reviews explicitly mention…
Honest assessment and no upselling: customer declined faucet…
Reasonable response time for non-emergency work: 2-day turnaround…
Fair pricing across job types: 5 of 5 reviews mention reasonable,…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses—all 5 reviews are 5-star…
“2 days after I called Mike the sink was fixed”
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 Philadelphia, PA?
Full sewer line replacement in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia County can start within a week of the initial inspection.
Is trenchless sewer replacement worth it in Philadelphia?
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 Philadelphia County?
Yes — sewer line replacement in Philadelphia 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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