Sewer Line Replacement in Chattanooga, TN
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Chatta Rooter Plumbing Septic & Drain
4.9·118 reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Saturday and weekend emergency response confirmed in 2 of 5…
Took on a 30-year-old never-pumped septic emergency that another…
Landlord cites repeat use across multiple rental properties
Concerns
1 sampled review describes hard-sale tactics on additional work…
One reviewer reports the younger crewman pushed a hard upsell for…
Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical
4.9·1.2k reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
No weekend surcharge cited
Stood by warranty on a 1-year-old sewer pump install and returned…
Same-tech water heater wins in 2 of 5 reviews including a holiday…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Metro Plumbing, Heating & Air
4.8·4.3k reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Septic pump-out completed in 45 minutes after offering DIY dig…
Brayden diagnosed and repaired a damaged water-fixture supply…
Same-day appointment with non-pushy options-based pitch (D 4 N i…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Scenic City Plumbing
4.9·853 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day water heater replacement in 2 of 5 reviews
Pricing called out as reasonable in toilet/shower repair review…
Followed up with frozen-pipe caller after initial booking…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
BP Plumbing
4.9·168 reviews·
In ChattanoogaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Tech Jullian named in 3 of 5 sampled reviews
Within-24-hour response for a water leak between meter and house,…
Tankless water heater + filtration installs cited as completed…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Piper's Plumbing
4.9·58 reviews·
In ChattanoogaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Owner Chris named in 4 of 5 sampled reviews
Same-day water heater service after Lowes referral cited…
Broken-pipe response — reviewer says Chris arrived quickly and…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Riverside Plumbing
5·377 reviews·
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-day or next-day response cited in 3 of 5 sampled reviews…
Main water-line break under driveway repaired in one day with…
Whole-house water filter install came in under the quoted time so…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Roto Rooter Plumbing and Drain
4.8·2.3k reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+1 more
Avoid4.8Google
Strengths
Tech Tony C answered a Friday-night call and was on-site Saturday…
Tech Moe cited for thoroughness
Concerns
Bill stacking documented: $225 + $250 + $8,600 + $962 + $1,000 +…
Tech Corey 'unclogged' the wrong part of the line then charged…
Metro Plumbing, Heating & Air
4.9·646 reviews·
In ChattanoogaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Late-night response cited
Stayed late to fix a surprise sink issue beyond the scoped job
Concerns
1-star review explicitly says pricing was outrageous on a 15-30…
Buddy the Plumber
4.9·156 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Tyler called out by name in all 5 sampled reviews
Holiday-weekend water-leak response
Reviewer specifically cites being over-quoted by big-company…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Emergency No More 24hr. Septic, Drain & More
5·24 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
8PM Thursday call → callback received → tech on-site within an…
Tech Seth named in 3 of 5 sampled reviews
Took over a stopped-up drain job another company couldn't clear…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
HEP Plumbing
4.9·554 reviews·
In ChattanoogaGoogle Verified
Avoid4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day arrival called out specifically by one reviewer (Amanda)
Diagnostician Dylan Chambers cited for patience walking a new…
Concerns
Documented upsell pattern: $500 service didn't fix the issue,…
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Chattanooga
4·179 reviews·
In ChattanoogaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.0Google
Strengths
Sunday last-minute callout cited
Pricing flagged as reasonable in 2 of 5 reviews
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Best Plumbing & Heating Inc
4.4·85 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.4Google
Strengths
Pre-Thanksgiving same-day callout cited
Repeat-customer signals across reviews
Pricing called out explicitly
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Chattanooga and Battlefield Plumbing
4.6·147 reviews·
In ChattanoogaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.6Google
Strengths
Next-morning response cited
Two reviews cite Martin and Billy clearing tough…
Concerns
Quote-vs-bill mismatch in a 5-review sample
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 Chattanooga, TN?
Full sewer line replacement in Chattanooga 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 Hamilton County can start within a week of the initial inspection.
Is trenchless sewer replacement worth it in Chattanooga?
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 Hamilton County?
Yes — sewer line replacement in Hamilton 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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