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Clogs happen at the worst times. Count on Bellows to get your drain lines back up and flowing right away. We specialize in stubborn root infested sewer clogs and repairs.

Drain & Clog / Sewer & Drain Problems

Sewer & Drain Line Failures

Bellows does more than just clear stubborn drains. We can also repair and replace sewer lines. Problems can be simple such as minor offset and the beginning stages of root intrusion to complete pipe collapse. no dig sewer repair for roots, breaks, clogs, trenchless drain

  • Broken - cracked, offset or collapsed pipe — damaged pipes due to shifting soil, frozen ground, settling, etc.
  • Blockage — grease buildup or a foreign object is restricting or prohibiting proper flow and/or cleaning of the line.
  • Corrosion — the pipe has deteriorated and/or broken, causing collapses in the line and restricting flow.
  • Bellied pipe — a section of the pipe has sunk due to ground or soil conditions, creating a valley that collects paper and waste.
  • Leaking joints — the seals between pipes have broken, allowing water to escape into the area surrounding the pipe.
  • Root infiltration — tree or shrub roots have invaded the sewer line, preventing normal cleaning and/or have damaged the line.
  • Off-grade pipe — existing pipes are constructed of substandard material that may have deteriorated or corroded.
  • Restaurants, hotels, and office buildings - commercial drains require special care and experience. Often times cast iron drain lines, grease traps, sump pumps, or other specialty items that make up commercial drain present unique situations and must be handled properly.

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    Traditional Sewer Replacement Method

    In the past repairs were performed by making an "open cut". Essentially digging a new trench and replacing the damaged section of pipe. The downside to this method is often times the use of backhoe is needed and the project is typically very involved and time consuming. In addition this method is usually more expensive because dirt or debris that is removed from the trenches is usually replaced with slurry, sand, and gravel per code requirements.

     

    Trenchless Sewer Replacement Method

    Fortunately newer sewer replacement technologies such as trenchless mean you no longer need to destroy yards, driveways, parking lots, or roads in order to get the job done. Trenchless sewer replacement causes less damage than traditional methods and is almost always less expensive and faster. Learn more about trenchless sewer replacement | Click here...

     

    Sewer & Drain Pipe Relining Method

    Relining is the process of repairing a damaged sewer or drain pipe by creating a pipe within a pipe. Special epoxy resins are used to re-line the interior of the sewer pipe and create a smooth inner wall. Often times reline can be performed through a building or home's sewer cleanout. Relining is often times used to repair root-damage, seals cracks and offsets, fill in where pipe may be missing. The relining process is the least invasive of the three processes. Learn more about relining sewer and drain lines | Click here...

     

    Drain and Sewer Line Types We Replace, Service & Repair

  • Main lateral sewer lines, 4", 6", 8", 10", 12", 15"+
  • Sewer cleanout
  • Sidewalk p-traps
  • Clay, asbestos concrete, Orangeburg, PVC, steel, and ABS
  • Septic tank main lines
  • Grease traps and interceptors
  • Urinals - including waterless
  • Mop sinks, floor sinks, catch basins.
  • Sewer wye connections to main
  • Crawl space drain lines
  • Sump pumps
  • Ejector pumps

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    Contact Us

    For service or general questions contact one of our local branches:

    Santa Cruz: 831-477-7150
    Santa Clara: 408-866-4620
    Marin: 415-460-1264

    or email:

     

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    Product Information & News

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    Composting Helps Prevent Drain Clogs

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    Heavy Rains Cause Sewer Lines to Crack

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