A failing sewer line doesn’t just cause backups—it threatens flooring, foundations, landscaping, and building health. Whether wastewater is pushing into tubs, you’re noticing soggy yard patches, or multiple fixtures are clogging at once, sewer damage often requires urgent repair, not just cleaning.
Across the Lower Mainland, many homes and strata buildings still rely on aging clay tile or cast iron systems, and newer builds face soil movement and invasive root growth. Alpine Plumbing & Heating provides licensed, code-compliant sewer repairs that protect your property while minimizing disruption.
We serve all property types:
Residential, commercial, rental, and strata communities across Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley communities.
Restore proper drainage and protect your property. Call (604) 817-1777 or request a sewer repair assessment online.
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our harsh rainfall, clay soils, and mature landscapes can shorten their lifespan. Before repairing your sewer, our team performs a Sewer Camera Inspection to identify the exact failure.
Common Causes of Sewer Line Failure in the Lower Mainland
Once we review your inspection footage, Alpine provides repair options suited to your soil conditions, budget, and property layout.
Trenchless Sewer Repair
This modern restoration method fixes or replaces pipes without extensive digging, protecting:
It is ideal for properties with clay tile, cast iron, or ABS/PVC pipe failure. This option is commonly recommended after root removal or camera-confirmed cracking.
Some situations require excavation, such as:
Even with excavation, we focus on minimizing disruption using clean dig practices, safety barriers, and municipal permit coordination.
To determine which method is best, we provide clear explanations, transparent pricing, and no surprises.
Repairing a sewer line is a construction-level project, not a standard plumbing job. It must comply with:
Improper repair can cause:
Choosing a licensed sewer specialist like Alpine protects:
Don’t risk wastewater damage spreading to flooring, foundations, or neighbouring properties. Call (604) 817-1777 or request a sewer repair assessment online.
If blockages return after snaking, multiple fixtures back up together, or sewage rises into tubs when flushing, the issue is likely structural. A Sewer Camera Inspection provides definitive proof of cracking, collapse, or displacement. Cleaning alone will not solve deteriorated pipe failure.
Roots can be cleared using Hydro Jetting, but if cracks exist, they will return. Long-term prevention requires sealing or replacing the damaged pipe—typically with Trenchless Sewer Repair. Repairs without sealing offer only temporary relief.
Yes. Trenchless methods are specifically designed to rehabilitate older systems common across Vancouver, Burnaby, and New Westminster. If the pipe has any remaining structure, it can often be relined. A fully collapsed line may require traditional excavation.
Yes. Municipal permits, inspections, and waste disposal requirements apply. Alpine manages all permitting and liaises with inspectors to ensure your repair is legal, safe, and warrantied.
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