Negs
Very professional and arrived fast. Would recommend to everyone. If I could give them 10 stars I would!
BROKEN SEWER PIPE REPAIR
Broken sewer pipe repair for cracked, collapsed, or separated sewer sections in Northern Utah. We locate the damage on camera, define the failed section, and fix the pipe - not just the symptom.
What you are seeing
Broken Sewer Pipe Repair
Sewage is backing up, the yard smells, or there is a soft spot forming over the line. Maybe a camera already showed a crack, offset joint, or collapsed section - or maybe nothing has been scoped yet and the backups just keep coming back after every cleaning.
These are signs the pipe itself has failed. No amount of jetting or snaking fixes a structural break. Broken sewer pipe repair addresses the pipe, not just what is passing through it.
When this repair applies
A Known Or Suspected Pipe Failure
This applies when the sewer line has a specific structural defect - a crack, a separation at a joint, a bellied section holding standing waste, or a full collapse blocking flow.
It also applies when repeated backups suggest damage that cleaning alone cannot resolve, and the next step is confirming where the pipe has failed and whether the failed section can be repaired in place.
What you walk away with
A Repaired Line And A Clear Record
You walk away knowing exactly what broke, where it broke, what was done to fix it, and what the rest of the line looks like. If the damage turns out to be more extensive than one section, you get that information before any additional work starts - not after.
Problem
When A Sewer Line Stops Draining And Cleaning Stops Working
Most sewer problems start as slow drains or occasional backups. A cleaning fixes it - until it does not. When backups return within weeks, or when the line never fully clears, the problem is usually not buildup. It is the pipe.
Cracked sewer pipes let soil infiltrate the line. Separated joints create gaps where roots enter and waste escapes. Collapsed sections block flow entirely. Bellied pipe holds standing water that catches debris on every flush. Each of these conditions produces symptoms that look like a clog but do not respond to clog-level solutions. The longer a broken sewer pipe goes unaddressed, the worse the surrounding damage gets. Soil erosion around the break widens the gap. Root intrusion accelerates through cracks. Escaping sewage saturates the ground and can undermine driveways, walkways, or foundation-adjacent soil. What starts as a single failed joint can become a multi-section replacement if it sits long enough.
Solution
Locate The Break, Define The Section, Fix The Pipe
Broken sewer pipe repair starts with confirming exactly where the pipe has failed and what type of failure it is. A camera inspection runs the full line - not just the area near the backup - so the repair scope accounts for everything, not just the first defect the camera reaches.
Once the damaged section is identified, the repair is scoped to that section. A single crack at a joint gets a different fix than a six-foot collapsed segment. The method - spot repair, section replacement, or trenchless lining - depends on the pipe material, depth, length of damage, and what sits above the line on the surface.
Every broken sewer pipe repair visit ends with a clear explanation of what was found, what was repaired, and what the rest of the line looked like on camera. If the damage extends beyond the original scope, that conversation happens before additional work begins.
Fit and situation bullets
- The pipe has a confirmed or suspected crack, separation, offset, belly, or collapse
- Cleaning and jetting have already been tried and the backups keep returning
- A camera report exists showing structural damage that requires physical repair
- The property owner wants the actual failure fixed rather than managing symptoms with repeated service calls
Problem bullets
- A cracked pipe is letting soil and roots into the sewer line
- A separated joint has created a gap where waste escapes and groundwater enters
- A collapsed section is blocking flow and causing full backups into the building
- A bellied section holds standing waste and catches debris with every use
- Sewage is escaping below grade and saturating soil near a foundation, driveway, or walkway
Customer Feedback
Google Reviews From Recent Sewer And Drain Calls
5.0 on Google · 22 reviews
See what customers say after a broken sewer pipe repair — from the camera footage showing the break to the honest recommendation on spot repair versus section replacement and the final condition of the line.
Leave a Review!Isaiah Medina II
These guys are great! I run a plumbing company but don’t do drains. I often sub contract them to service my customers sewer lines. They don’t only make me happy, but they keep my customers happy and that’s what matters to me most. Thanks guys!
Justine James
Amazing experience! They are knowledgeable, kind, courteous and very thorough. Our clogged kitchen pipe was a bit of a challenge but they kept going and did everything they could to get it unclogged and they did it! They were very upfront with what caused the clog, gave us video recording of our pipes so we can see exactly what was done, double checked to make sure the pipes were clean and free of clogs and gave us steps on how to maintain the pipes moving forward. Highly recommend!!
ColoTexMex
This company is Awesome!!! Highly recommend that you call them for your drain cleaning and power washing needs! A++ in service, cost, and quality of work. Alex and Jacob completed drain work, patio cleaning, and filled in cracks in cement. The patio looks brand new! Thank you Alex and Jacob!!!
Hope G
Alex was very good to work with. They were professional and punctual, working around my schedule. They were able to show me exactly before and after, even showing footage inside my pipes, which I have never seen before. I would recommend them.
Anthony Medina
Awesome experience! AJ was super professional and got us back in service. They offered us a few solutions and cleared our clogged sewer line for an excellent price
Negs
Very professional and arrived fast. Would recommend to everyone. If I could give them 10 stars I would!
Izabell Walker Gonzales
Very pleased by my wonderful experience with this company and their service. They were very efficient and fast with their time. I appreciate their professionalism and commitment to the work they did for me!
Why Mountain West
What We Bring To The Job
Camera rated to 200 feet
Runs the full sewer line to document every defect before the repair scope is set - not just the first break the camera reaches. Live footage review so owners see the damage and the completed repair on screen.
Jetting and camera on every call
Hydro jetting equipment deploys on every service call. If the line needs clearing before the camera can pass through a damaged section, it happens in the same visit instead of scheduling a second trip.
3,850 PSI jetting capability
Clears lines 2 to 12 inches in diameter at 3,850 PSI and 8 GPM with 300 feet of reach. On a broken-pipe call, jetting clears the line so the camera can document the full extent of the structural failure.
20+ years combined field experience
Two decades of diagnosing pipe failures across clay, cast iron, Orangeburg, and PVC - the judgment to tell a repairable crack from a line that needs replacement.
Licensed and insured
Licensed for sewer, drain, and drainage system work including the excavation, trenching, backfill, and concrete work that structural pipe repair requires.
How Broken Sewer Pipe Repair Works On Site
Every broken sewer pipe repair visit follows the same sequence: find the damage, define the scope, complete the repair, and document the result.
- Camera the full sewer line to locate the break, identify the pipe material, measure the damaged section, and check whether additional defects exist upstream or downstream of the primary failure.
- Complete the structural repair - spot repair for isolated cracks or joint failures, section replacement for longer damage - using the method matched to the pipe material, depth, and surface conditions.
- Run the camera again after the repair to confirm the fix, then walk through the footage showing the repaired section and the condition of the rest of the line.
You leave the visit with a repaired pipe, before-and-after camera footage, and a clear picture of whether the rest of the sewer line has years left or issues developing.
Related Services Worth Reviewing
Some pipe failures lead to decisions beyond the initial break. If the camera shows damage that extends further than one section, or if the line qualifies for a trenchless method, these are the services that typically come next.
Evidence
Next Service RouteSewer Camera InspectionStart here if no camera has been run yet. Sewer camera inspection documents the full line condition so the repair can be scoped to what the pipe actually needs - not what the symptoms suggest from above ground.
Next Service RouteTrenchless Sewer RepairTrenchless sewer repair applies when the damaged pipe qualifies for lining or bursting instead of open excavation - less surface disruption, fewer restoration costs, and faster completion on qualifying lines.
Next Service RouteSewer ExcavationSewer excavation for pipe failures that require open-trench access - collapsed sections, deep lines, or damage under hardscape where trenchless methods are not viable.What Changes Price And Timing On A Broken Pipe Repair
Scope and timing
- Whether the failure is a single crack or joint separation versus a longer section of damaged pipe requiring full replacement
- Pipe material - clay, cast iron, Orangeburg, and PVC each require different repair methods and materials
- Whether the repair stays limited to the identified break or the camera reveals additional defects that expand the scope
- Depth of the pipe and how much excavation is needed to reach the damaged section
- What sits above the line - open yard, concrete driveway, landscaping, or a slab - and how much surface work is involved in access and restoration
- Whether the line can be cleared and scoped on the same visit or requires a separate inspection before repair work begins
Cost
- Length of the section being repaired or replaced
- Whether the job requires standard excavation, trenchless methods, or a combination
- Restoration scope after the repair - backfill only, concrete replacement, or landscape repair
Support
What To Have Ready Before The Visit
Details that help us scope the job faster
- Any previous camera footage, inspection reports, or repair records for the sewer line - even partial information narrows the starting point.
- Where the backups are happening: one fixture, multiple fixtures, or a full-house backup - and how frequently they return after cleaning.
- Whether you have noticed wet spots, sinkholes, odor, or unusually green patches in the yard along the line path.
- What sits above the sewer line between the building and the street - grass, concrete, pavers, gravel, or landscaping - so access planning starts before arrival.
Quick Answers About Broken Sewer Pipe Repair
These are the quick answers most people want before they call, book, or decide on the next step.
What does broken sewer pipe repair fix?
Broken sewer pipe repair addresses structural pipe failures - cracks, joint separations, collapsed sections, and bellied pipe - that cause recurring backups, sewage leaks below grade, and soil erosion around the sewer line. The repair targets the failed section of pipe itself, not the blockage it creates.
How do I know if my sewer pipe is broken?
Signs of a broken sewer pipe include backups that return within days of a cleaning, slow drainage across multiple fixtures at once, wet or sunken areas in the yard over the line path, sewage odor outside the building, and patches of grass growing faster or greener than the surrounding lawn. A sewer camera inspection confirms the location and type of break.
How does broken sewer pipe repair work?
The technician cameras the full sewer line to locate and document the break, determines the repair method based on pipe material, damage length, and depth, completes the structural repair, then runs the camera again to verify the fix and document the condition of the remaining line.
How much does broken sewer pipe repair cost?
Sewer pipe repair cost depends on the length of the damaged section, the depth of the pipe, the repair method required, the pipe material, and what sits above the line on the surface. A single joint repair on a shallow line costs significantly less than replacing a longer collapsed section under a concrete driveway. Mountain West provides a scope and estimate after the camera inspection confirms the damage.
Frequently Asked Questions About Broken Sewer Pipe Repair
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Service Explainer
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