Sewer Line Repair & Replacement in Miami, FL
Camera inspection first, then the repair that matches the video
Sewer line repair in Miami starts with a camera inspection. We look inside the line before we clean it, patch a section, line it, or replace it.
A backup at more than one fixture is often more than a clog. Older Miami-Dade houses still have cast-iron laterals that crack, scale, and take on roots after heavy rain. You see the recording, then we recommend hydro jetting, a spot repair, trenchless lining, or replacement, and we price the work before anyone digs.
A backup at more than one fixture is often more than a clog. Older Miami-Dade houses still have cast-iron laterals that crack, scale, and take on roots after heavy rain. You see the recording, then we recommend hydro jetting, a spot repair, trenchless lining, or replacement, and we price the work before anyone digs.
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Sewer line repair for homes and businesses in Miami-Dade, Broward, and nearby South Florida.
Camera, then the repair
Camera first, then the fix
Pick the symptom. The path stays the same: see the line, name what the video shows, then choose a repair we already offer. The price comes after the recording, before any digging.
1. Camera the line
Multiple slow drains, gurgling, and backups at more than one fixture are main-line signs. The camera goes in before we treat it as a single clog.
2. Read the finding
We look for grease or scale on an intact pipe, versus a crack, offset, or collapse.
3. Match the repair
If the pipe is intact, hydro jetting clears grease, roots, and scale. If the video shows a broken section, the repair follows that spot.
What the camera is looking at
The dot is the camera head. The drawing is a guide to the finding, not a photo of your line.
Matches this symptom
Hydro jetting
High-pressure water for grease, roots, and scale when the camera shows the pipe is intact.
Hydro jettingSpot repair
Open or repair the damaged section and leave the rest of the line in place.
Schedule $49 EvaluationTrenchless lining
A cured liner inside a pipe that still holds its shape. Not for a collapsed line.
Trenchless lining for cast ironReplacement
A new pipe when the camera shows a collapse or cast iron that will not hold a liner.
Cast iron pipe replacementWhat sewer line repair costs in Miami
A sewer camera inspection for a typical Miami-Dade home runs about $250–$450, depending on access and line length. Most take 30–60 minutes, and you see the footage as we go.
Cast iron replacement runs $4,000–$15,000+, depending on pipe length, location, and method. Trenchless lining runs $6,000–$12,000 and is often done in 1–2 days when the yard does not need to be dug up. Lining is not for a collapsed pipe. Details are on our cast iron pipe replacement page.
Hydro jetting uses water at up to 4,000 PSI to clear grease, roots, and scale. We camera the line first when cast iron or a collapse is possible. Miami homes built before 1975 usually have cast-iron drains (see our pre-1975 cast iron guide). Spot repairs and replacements are quoted after the camera inspection, before any digging.
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We offer specialized sewer line services services for both residential and commercial properties
Our Sewer Line Services
Comprehensive solutions for all your needs
Sewer Line Inspection
The first step. An HD camera through the line so the repair matches what is actually in the pipe.
Sewer Line Cleaning
Hydro jetting or mechanical cleaning when the camera shows grease, scale, or roots and the pipe is intact.
Sewer Line Repair
A spot repair of the damaged section the camera located, leaving the sound pipe in place.
Trenchless Sewer Lining
A cured liner inside the existing pipe when the camera shows the line still holds its shape.
Sewer Line Replacement
A new pipe when the camera shows a collapse or a run that will not hold a liner, including failed cast iron.
Emergency Sewer Service
24/7 response when sewage is backing up. We stop the backup first, then camera the line once it can be scoped.
Repair options after the camera
Cleaning, a spot repair, lining, or replacement. The video decides which one.
Spot Repair
Targeted repair of specific damaged sections while leaving the rest of the line intact.
Advantages
- Leaves the sound pipe in place
- Shorter project than a full replacement
- Less of the yard opened
- Fits a problem the camera has located
Considerations
- Only fixes the section we open
- The rest of the pipe can fail later
- Limited to sections we can reach
- Not the right job for widespread damage
Trenchless Pipe Lining (CIPP)
A resin-coated liner is inserted and cured inside the existing pipe, creating a new pipe within the old one.
Advantages
- No full excavation of the yard
- Less disruption than an open trench
- Uses the pipe that is already in the ground
- An option when the pipe still holds its shape
Considerations
- Slightly reduces pipe diameter
- Not for collapsed pipes
- Higher material cost
- Requires certain pipe conditions
Traditional Replacement
Complete excavation and replacement of the sewer line with new PVC piping.
Advantages
- New piping for the run we replace
- Full diameter restored
- Works when the pipe has collapsed
- The path for cast iron that will not hold a liner
Considerations
- Requires excavation
- More of the property is opened
- Landscape restoration may be needed
- A larger job than a spot repair
Warning Signs to Watch For
These signs usually mean the line needs a camera before anyone picks a repair:
Common Sewer Line Services Problems We Solve
Experiencing one of these issues? Our expert technicians can diagnose and fix the problem quickly.
Sewer Backup
Multiple drains backing up simultaneously indicates a main sewer line blockage or failure.
Tree Root Intrusion
Tree roots naturally seek moisture and can infiltrate sewer lines through small cracks and joints.
Collapsed Pipe
Sections of sewer line can collapse due to age, ground shifting, or external pressure, blocking flow completely.
Sewage Odors
Persistent sewer smells in your yard or home indicate cracks, breaks, or failed seals in the sewer line.
Slow Drains
All drains running slowly suggests a partial blockage or damage in the main sewer line.
Ground Settling
Unusual dips or wet spots in your yard may indicate a broken sewer line leaking underground.
Why Trust Hernandez Plumbing
Your sewer line services are in expert hands
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What You Get With Hernandez Plumbing
- Camera inspection before we open the yard
- Trenchless options to save your landscaping
- All permits and inspections included
- Written warranty on all work
- Financing available for replacements
Repair and replacement are quoted after the camera inspection, before any digging.
How sewer line repair works
Camera first, then the fix that matches the video
Camera
Video inspection of the sewer line before we recommend a fix
Findings
You see grease, roots, a belly, an offset, or a failed section on the recording
Repair
Cleaning, spot repair, lining, or replacement based on the video
Check
We confirm the line flows before we leave
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about sewer line services