Plumbing Company Flint MI | Call Root-A-Way Sewer Cleaning Service

Excavation is typically our last-resort, permanent solution for severe, recurring backups. In Flint, if a camera inspection reveals a sewer line that's collapsed, severely bellied, or broken beyond repair—often due to aging clay pipes or shifting soil—excavation allows us to directly access and replace the damaged section. While we use trenchless methods when possible, traditional trench digging is sometimes the most reliable way to ensure the problem is fully resolved for good.

Our high-definition sewer camera inspections are the best tool for diagnosing kitchen grease clogs, a frequent issue in Flint homes. The camera is fed through your pipes, providing a real-time video feed that shows us the exact location and nature of the blockage. Grease buildup appears as a waxy, constricting coating on the pipe walls, often narrowing the passage significantly. This precise diagnosis allows us to use the most effective method to clear it, whether it's high-pressure jetting or mechanical snaking, saving you time and money.

First, stop using all water in your home—avoid sinks, showers, toilets, and appliances. This prevents adding more volume to the already blocked system, which can worsen the backup and cause indoor flooding. If you have a floor drain in your basement, placing a weighted cover over it can help prevent sewage from surfacing there. Then, give us a call. While our team is on the way, it's also helpful to clear the area around your main cleanout access point so we can get to work immediately upon arrival.