Does your front yard smell like sewage? Are your drains constantly backing up? Or maybe you’re dealing with standing water where it shouldn’t be? Those are signs you may have a sewer line problem, and it’s definitely not worth waiting on. Millcreek has plumbers in Farmington who have been expertly repairing sewers throughout Davis County since 2002, and we even have experienced sewer repair techs who live right here in the Farmington area.
We can handle everything from a simple sewer scope inspection to a full sewer line replacement, and we try to avoid tearing up your yard with our trenchless methods whenever possible. If your drains back up and our drain cleaning techs can fix it without needing to open anything up, that’s what we’ll recommend. And if you also have water heater problems at the same time, which isn’t unusual as your plumbing ages, our Farmington water heater repair and replacement team can handle both in the same visit.
Before we do anything, we’ll run a camera down the sewer line, which will tell us exactly what we’re dealing with. Common sewer line problems include root intrusion, a belly in the pipe, a crack in one of the joints, or even something more serious. You’ll see exactly what we see, and we’ll walk you through what it means before we attempt to fix it.
Trenchless repair is usually the best option for Farmington homeowners. We’ll clean the line, and install a flexible liner into the pipe which hardens inside the old one. That means no trenches across your lawn, no digging into your driveway, and the sewer liner will hold up for years to come.
Even though we use trenchless methods, sometimes the situation calls for an open-cut excavation. This is especially true if there’s a collapsed section of pipe or a sewer line that has shifted enough. We’ll talk with you honestly about the options available.
If we see that your sewer line is old enough or damaged beyond repair, we’ll walk you through the replacement options and explain what each one will cost. Our goal is your longterm satisfaction.
This is actually what our trenchless sewer repair looks like. The left “before” pic shows a single access point our crew uses to reach the damaged line, instead of digging a trench across the entire yard. On the right “after” photo, you’ll see that same section has a new line and fittings, set in gravel bedding. Soon it will be backfilled with dirt, and there’s no torn up landscaping or disruption to the homeowners.
Here’s something that most homeowners here in Farmington don’t realize until it’s too late. The sewer main in the street belongs to the Central Davis Sewer District, but the lateral line connecting the main to your home is your responsibility. That means the District (covering Farmington, Fruit Heights and Kaysville) owns and maintains everything under the road, but everything between your home’s foundation to that connection point is the homeowner’s responsibility. In our experience it’s usually the lateral, not the sewer main, that causes problems when a home gets a sewer backup.
Our soil also can cause issues with the sewer. Farmington sits on top of the old Lake Bonneville, from the flat area around Station Park towards the Clark Lane Historic District. The clay in the soil tends to shift with the seasons, and over the years old cast iron sewer laterals don’t hold up well with movement. Add some mature trees looking for water and you’ve got a perfect recipe for sewer problems. These are the most common reasons why homeowners in Farmington call us for sewer repair.
So we’ve opened up a dedicated Farmington location this year, 240 N. East Promontory #200, and we’ve got techs who live here in Davis County. That means we’re not driving across the Wasatch Front to get to you.
Every sewer repair job is different, and depends on pipe depth, material and what our cameras find. We won’t quote a price without seeing with our own eyes what’s actually going on. But here’s what we can tell you about pricing: trenchless sewer repair typically will cost less than excavation, especially when you factor in the cost to restore your landscaping. We’ll compare the two in our estimate before we start work.
When you call us for an estimate, we’ll ask you a few questions first to understand what you’re seeing, and then get one of our techs out to your home to run a camera inspection. Then we’ll present a few options with pricing before we touch anything. That means no guesswork, and no extra surprises on the invoice.
We’ve been a family owned and operated plumbing company since 2002. When you call us, you’re talking to a real Utahn, not someone at a call center reading a script.
That means you’ll actually know the cost before we start working. There are no hidden fees or charges added into the invoice after we’re done.
Millcreek Plumbing holds Utah DOPL license #5969185-5501, and we take that protection to every sewer repair we do in Farmington, UT.
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Does Millcreek Plumbing repair sewer lines in Farmington?
We sure do! In fact, we can do sewer line repairs, replacements and camera inspections across Farmington, from Station Park to the historic neighborhoods near Clark Lane. Call us and we’ll send a tech out to take a look.
I heard homeowners are responsible for the sewer line. Is that true?
It depends on the section that needs repairs. The Central Davis Sewer District owns and maintains the main line in the street, while you are responsible for the lateral line that connects your home to that main.
What are the common sewer line problems that happen in Farmington?
Because many areas of Farmington sit on clay soil, when the clay expands and contracts it can cause cracked joints and misalignment of sections, especially combined with aging pipe materials.
Should I get traditional sewer repair, or trenchless?
The type of sewer line repair we recommend depends on what our camera inspection shows first. In our experience trenchless repair works great for most cracks, root intrusion or deterioration. But a collapsed or misaligned pipe sometimes will still need an excavation. We’ll tell you which one applies to your situation when we come out for a look.
Do I need a permit for sewer repair in Farmington?
It all depends on the scope of the repair or replacement, but most likely a permit through Farmington City or the Central Davis Sewer District could be required. We can handle all the permit applications and paperwork as part of the job.
How fast can someone from Millcreek Plumbing come out?
Sewer line problems can get worse if they’re left too long. So we’ll prioritize getting someone out to you as fast as possible. Call (385) 200-9952 and we’ll get you on our schedule!
Central Davis Sewer District
2200 S Sunset Drive, Kaysville, UT 84037
(801) 451-2190
They own and maintain the public sewer mains serving Farmington City, Fruit Heights and Kaysville, UT. You should call them directly if you think the problem is in the main line.
Farmington City Public Works
720 West 100 North, Farmington, UT 84025
(801) 451-2624
The city handles water services and will take questions about infrastructure. They’re a useful contact if you’re not sure whether your problem is with water or sewer.
