Our experience was terrific. We had a medium sized job: replace the 90 year old iron sewer connection out rom back of home, down the driveway and out to the property line, and add a BBQ island (sink, garbage disposal, gas appliances) in the back yard. All together about 150' of sewer plus venting for the BBQ island, and water, gas to the BBQ. All work was done with permits. The quote included connection to the sewer under the home (not just at the exterior foundation where other quotes specified). Communication was excellent. They arrived when they said they would. Both the principals and the workers are very good people. Work went quickly when not waiting on inspections (schedule inspections early!). I judge a firm by how they handle problems. In this case, the rough plumbing inspector gave the OK for a certain island venting technique. The different final inspector said it must be changed, and Gomez plumbing just fixed it promptly, all within the original quote. Of course we waited for a second final inspection before getting the project closed (schedule early!) Gomez is now our go-to plumber.
Sewer Line Replacement in San Jose And Surrounding Areas, CA
Gomez Sewer and Drain provides sewer line replacement for homes across San Jose, Campbell, Los Gatos, Palo Alto, Santa Clara, and Sunnyvale.
- Eliminates recurring sewage backups caused by collapsed or root-filled pipe sections
- Removes aging clay or cast iron pipe that cracks under South Bay soil movement and seismic activity
- Reduces the risk of wastewater saturating soil beneath your home's foundation or slab
- Protects your property value by resolving a common disclosure issue in Santa Clara County real estate transactions
- Stops raw sewage odors and sanitation hazards from escaping through cracked underground lines
- Provides a long-term fix rather than repeated short-term drain cleanings that do not address root damage
Expert Sewer Line Replacement in San Jose And Surrounding Areas, CA
Sewer line replacement is one of the most serious repairs a homeowner in San Jose or the surrounding South Bay can face. At Gomez Sewer and Drain, we handle full sewer line replacements for residential properties across Campbell, Los Gatos, Palo Alto, Santa Clara, and Sunnyvale. Many homes in this area were built before 1980 and still have original clay or cast iron pipes. These older materials crack, corrode, and collapse under the pressure of Northern California's expansive clay soil, which shifts when it absorbs winter rain and contracts in dry summers. Seismic activity along nearby fault lines adds further stress to rigid underground pipes. We start every job with a video camera inspection to confirm the exact location and extent of damage. From there, we assess your property layout, pipe depth, and access points before recommending the right replacement method. Whether your line runs under a concrete driveway in Santa Clara or through a mature yard in Los Gatos, we plan the work to protect your property. Call Gomez Sewer and Drain to schedule your inspection.
What's included
- Eliminates recurring sewage backups caused by collapsed or root-filled pipe sections
- Removes aging clay or cast iron pipe that cracks under South Bay soil movement and seismic activity
- Reduces the risk of wastewater saturating soil beneath your home's foundation or slab
- Protects your property value by resolving a common disclosure issue in Santa Clara County real estate transactions
- Stops raw sewage odors and sanitation hazards from escaping through cracked underground lines
- Provides a long-term fix rather than repeated short-term drain cleanings that do not address root damage
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Sewer Line Replacement FAQ
Common questions about sewer line replacement in San Jose and Surrounding Areas, CA.
A video camera inspection tells us whether your pipe can be repaired or needs full replacement. Pipes that are collapsed, severely root-damaged, or missing sections in San Jose homes typically require replacement rather than a patch.
Not always. Depending on your pipe's condition and yard layout in Campbell, trenchless methods can replace the line through small access points without major excavation. We assess your specific property before recommending a method.
Yes, a proactive camera inspection is a practical step for any Palo Alto home built before 1980. Older clay and cast iron lines in this area are prone to cracking and root intrusion even before visible symptoms appear.
The most common causes in Los Gatos and across Santa Clara County are tree root intrusion, aging pipe materials like clay or cast iron, and soil movement from seismic activity. Clay-heavy soil that expands and contracts with seasonal rain also stresses underground joints over time.
It depends on where your line runs and what method we use. We evaluate your Sunnyvale property layout during the inspection and choose the approach that limits disruption to driveways, patios, and planted areas.
Call Gomez Sewer and Drain to schedule a video camera inspection for your Santa Clara property. The inspection confirms the condition of your line and gives us the information needed to provide an accurate scope of work.
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