Sewer Line
SEWER LINE REPAIR IN RUSTON & NORTH LOUISIANA
Clogged drains across multiple fixtures, gurgling toilets, or sewage odors? You might have a sewer line issue — we diagnose, repair, or replace with minimal disruption.
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24/7 Emergency
60–90 min dispatch
Licensed & insured
Louisiana plumbing contractor
North Louisiana
Ruston to Shreveport
Flat-rate pricing
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Overview
Why sewer line problems need professional attention
You and other residents of the North Louisiana area depend on your sewer line to pull waste away from your home — but it's something most of us never think about until there's a problem.
More often than not, when we get called out for this job, customers aren't even aware of what's going on until we let them know. When your sewer line begins to malfunction, the effects show up on drains throughout your home. We diagnose the issue and repair or replace the line with as little disruption as possible.
Why homeowners across North Louisiana call Mark Johnson & Sons
- Video sewer inspection to pinpoint the problem
- Sewer line repair and full replacement
- Solutions for root intrusion, breaks & bellied lines
- Honest options before any digging begins
Common causes of sewer line failure
Tree root intrusion — roots are the leading cause of sewer line problems in North Louisiana. Mature trees seek moisture and push into clay or older cast-iron lines through the smallest cracks, then expand until the line is partially or fully blocked.
Bellied or sagging pipe — when a section of pipe sinks due to ground movement or poor original installation, waste collects in the low spot, creating recurring clogs and eventually a full backup.
Cracked or collapsed pipe — older clay and cast-iron sewer lines crack over time. A partial crack turns into a collapse if left unrepaired.
Grease buildup — kitchen grease solidifies in the sewer line over years and narrows the effective pipe diameter until clogs become routine.
How we diagnose and fix it
We start with a video sewer inspection — a camera pushed through the line from the cleanout tells us exactly what we're dealing with. You see it on the monitor at the same time we do. From there we give you honest options: clear the blockage, repair the damaged section, or replace the line using traditional dig or trenchless methods where the situation warrants.
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Warning signs
Signs You Have a Sewer Line Problem
Sewer line issues show up throughout the whole house — not just one fixture. If you're seeing these, the main line is the likely culprit.
Multiple slow or backed-up drains at the same time throughout the house
Toilets gurgling when you run the washing machine or dishwasher
Sewage odors coming from drains, the yard, or the crawl space
Drains back up repeatedly even after professional clearing
Sewage coming up through floor drains or the bathtub
Wet, soft, or unusually green patches in the yard over the sewer line
Low spots or indentations in the yard (sign of pipe collapse beneath)
Water or sewage in a basement floor drain with no other source
Gurgling or bubbling sound from the toilet when water drains elsewhere
Don't wait on sewer problems
Multiple slow drains? It's probably the sewer line.
A camera inspection in 30 minutes tells us what's wrong. We fix the actual problem — not just symptoms — with minimal disruption to your yard and your family.
Sewer camera inspection
30min
Across Ruston, Monroe, Shreveport, Bossier City, and North Louisiana.
The Process
How a Sewer Line Repair Runs
Video sewer inspection
A camera is pushed through the line from the nearest cleanout. We see root intrusion, cracks, bellied sections, and blockages in real time. You watch the screen with us — no guessing, no unnecessary digging.
Diagnosis and options
Based on what the camera shows, we present your options side-by-side: hydro-jet to clear the blockage, spot repair for isolated damage, trenchless liner for extensive deterioration, or open-cut replacement for collapse. You pick what fits your situation.
Clearing the blockage
If roots or grease are the issue, we hydro-jet the line to restore flow while you decide on permanent repairs. No leaving you with a backed-up house while you think it over.
Repair or replacement
Targeted spot repair for isolated cracks. Trenchless liner (CIPP) for longer deteriorated sections — no digging required. Open-cut replacement for collapsed pipe or sections that can't be lined. We pull permits and schedule inspections.
Post-repair camera run and warranty
After the repair, we run the camera again to confirm the line is clear, sealed, and flowing correctly. Documentation provided for your records. 10-year workmanship warranty on repairs we perform.
Pricing
Sewer Line Repair Cost in North Louisiana
Camera inspection and repair quoted separately. Inspection fee waived when you move forward with a repair we perform.
Video sewer camera inspection
Low
$195
High
$395
Member
$166
– $336
Waived if you proceed with repair or replacement
Hydro-jetting to clear sewer line
Low
$450
High
$950
Member
$383
– $808
Root intrusion, grease, scale — restores flow
Spot repair (single damaged section)
Low
$1,250
High
$3,500
Member
$1,063
– $2,975
Open-cut access, pipe repair, backfill
Trenchless sewer liner (CIPP)
Low
$3,500
High
$9,500
Member
$2,975
– $8,075
Per job — 40+ year lifespan, no digging
Open-cut sewer line replacement
Low
$4,500
High
$12,000
Member
$3,825
– $10,200
Full replacement, includes permits and backfill
Root cutting and hydro-jet combo
Low
$650
High
$1,200
Member
$553
– $1,020
Mechanical root cut followed by full-line jet
Emergency after-hours surcharge
Low
$95
High
$150
Member
$81
– $128
Nights, weekends, holidays
Member pricing reflects the Quality Service Club 15% repair discount. Service call fees are separate.
Prices reflect 2026 North Louisiana residential work. Commercial sewer lines, shared laterals, and municipal connection issues quoted separately after inspection.
Quality Service Club
Skip the bill. Skip the line.
For $79 a year, members get 15% off every repair, priority dispatch on every call, and a free annual drain and plumbing inspection — the same stuff we'd charge $195 for on a cold call.
- 15% off repairs
- Priority dispatch
- Annual inspection
- 24/7 service access
- $25 referral bonus
- Parts + labor warranty
Plumbing
$79/year
- 15% off all plumbing repairs
- Priority dispatch — skip the line
- Annual drain piping inspection
- Full home water-supply inspection
- Tag on your emergency shut-off
- $25 referral bonus
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FAQ
Sewer Line FAQs
Warning signs include multiple slow or backing-up drains at once, gurgling toilets, sewage odors, and soggy patches in the yard. A camera inspection confirms the cause quickly.
Related services
Related Drain & Sewer Services
Drain Cleaning
Professional snake and hydro-jetting for individual drain clogs.
Hydro Jetting
High-pressure water scrub for grease, scale, and root-lined pipes.
Video Sewer Inspection
Camera down the line to see exactly what's going on.
Trenchless Sewer Line Repair
Fix cracked or deteriorated sewer lines without digging up the yard.
Slab Leak Repair
Leak under the foundation? Acoustic detection and targeted repair.
24/7 Emergency Plumber
Sewage backup after hours? 60–90 minute dispatch across North Louisiana.
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Emergency?
We answer 24/7.
Burst pipe, water heater out, sewer backup? Real plumbers pick up — no answering machines. Mark Johnson & Sons Plumbing serves North Louisiana any time, day or night.
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