A damaged or clogged sewer line can cause widespread issues throughout your home. Multiple slow drains, foul smells, gurgling noises, or sewage backups are all signs of a deeper problem in your main sewer line.
At John The Plumber & Drain, we use sewer camera inspections, high-powered hydro jetting, and modern repair methods to restore proper flow and protect your home. If you’re dealing with active backups right now, use emergency plumbing (open 24 hours) or schedule fast help through same-day plumbing.
Sewer line issues don’t always start as a dramatic backup — many begin as “small” symptoms that repeat and get worse. Here are the most common warning signs:
If clogs keep returning, your main line may need deeper clearing than typical drain cleaning.
When more than one drain is affected, the blockage is often in the main sewer line.
Persistent smells inside or outside the home can signal trapped waste or venting issues.
Air trapped in the line can cause bubbling/gurgling in toilets and drains.
Soft, sunken, or unusually wet areas can point to a damaged or leaking sewer line.
If sewage is backing up into tubs, toilets, or floor drains, call emergency plumbing immediately.
We don’t guess. We verify the problem, show you what we see, and recommend the most effective solution for your home — whether that’s cleaning, a spot repair, or full replacement.
High-resolution inspections to identify roots, breaks, bellies, and blockages with precision.
High-pressure water cleaning that clears grease, sludge, scale, and root intrusion to restore full flow.
Complete clearing of your home’s primary sewer line to stop backups and improve drainage.
We accurately locate buried sewer lines to avoid unnecessary digging and disruption.
Targeted repairs to fix damaged sections without replacing the entire line.
If the line is collapsed or beyond repair, we replace it with durable, long-term solutions.
We remove invasive roots and recommend steps to help reduce return growth.
Modern methods that can reduce digging and restoration costs when conditions allow.
If your issue started inside (like a clogged toilet or a clogged drain), we can trace it back to the main line and recommend the right fix.
Hydro jetting is one of the most effective ways to restore a sewer line because it doesn’t just “poke a hole” through a clog — it cleans the pipe walls to remove buildup that causes repeat problems.
Removes grease, sludge, soap residue, and mineral scale that narrow the line over time.
Helps clear root intrusion and improves flow, especially when paired with camera verification.
Because the pipe is cleaned more thoroughly, problems are less likely to return quickly.
High-pressure water cleaning avoids many of the risks associated with chemical drain cleaners.
If routine drain cleaning isn’t enough, hydro jetting often is.
We confirm the outcome by testing flow and (when needed) re-checking the line with a camera.
Sewer work is high-stakes — it affects your entire home. We combine modern diagnostics with honest recommendations so you get the right fix without the runaround.
We visually confirm the cause so we’re not guessing.
Hydro jetting clears buildup thoroughly for long-term flow.
We fix only what needs fixing — never more.
Built to withstand Florida soil conditions and aging infrastructure.
We explain what we found and what to do next in plain English.
We serve St. Petersburg and Pinellas County daily — check our service area.
Sewer problems don’t fix themselves — and waiting often makes repairs more expensive. If you’re experiencing backups, odors, or recurring clogs, a professional inspection can identify the problem before serious damage occurs.
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