Short answer: Sewer drain service addresses blockages or damage in the line that connects a home's main drain to the municipal sewer, often diagnosed with a camera inspection since the line runs underground.
The sewer line sits underground between the house and the municipal connection, which makes problems here harder to diagnose without the right equipment. A camera inspection is usually the most reliable way to see what's actually happening inside the pipe — root intrusion, a collapsed section, or long-term grease and debris buildup.
Sewer line issues often show the same symptoms as a main drain clog, since the two are connected, but the cause and the fix can be different.
Signs You May Need This Service
- Multiple drains backing up at the same time
- Gurgling from the lowest drain in the house when others run
- Sewage odor in the yard or near a cleanout
- Unusually green or lush patches of grass over the sewer line
What the Service Typically Involves
- Camera inspection of the main line to locate the blockage or damage
- Clearing roots, grease, or debris from the line
- Evaluating whether a section needs repair or full replacement