Camera inspection found a collapsed section of our 70-year-old clay sewer lateral. Right Choice gave me three options - spot repair, trenchless, full replacement - with honest pros and cons of each. We went with the spot repair and it's been flawless for months.
Sewer Line Repair Vancouver
Sewer Line Repair in Vancouver
Broken, collapsed, root-invaded, or constantly backing up? Camera inspection, spot repairs, and full sewer line replacements for Vancouver homes.
Sewer Line Repair in Vancouver, BC
A failing sewer line is one of the most stressful plumbing problems a Vancouver homeowner can face - and one of the most expensive if it's handled by the wrong crew. Right Choice Plumbing offers honest, competitive sewer line repair in Vancouver, North & West Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, and Coquitlam. We diagnose first, quote fairly, and only recommend what your line actually needs.
Every sewer line repair starts with a proper camera inspection. We run a fibre-optic sewer camera from the cleanout to the city connection and record exactly what's in the pipe - root intrusion, bellies, offsets, breaks, scale buildup, or full collapse. You see the footage with us so you understand exactly why the repair is being recommended.
From there, we offer the right scope: spot repair where a single section has failed, trenchless repair where the line is otherwise sound, or full sewer line replacement where the line is past saving. Many older Vancouver homes still have clay tile or cast-iron sewer laterals - we handle them all, including coordinating with the City of Vancouver on the public side of the connection where required.
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Signs You Need Sewer Line Repair
- Multiple drains backing up at once (toilet, tub, floor drain)
- Recurring main sewer clogs - every few weeks or months
- Sewage smell in the basement or yard
- Wet, sunken, or unusually green patches in your lawn
- Gurgling toilets when the washing machine drains
- Slow drains throughout the whole house
- Roots pulled out of the line during the last drain cleaning
- Camera inspection shows a belly, offset, crack, or collapse
Recent jobs
Sewer Line Repair Photo Gallery
A look at real sewer line repair jobs our Vancouver plumbers have completed - diagnostics, repairs, installations, and finished results.
Google reviews
What Vancouver Homeowners Say About Our Sewer Line Repair
Real Google reviews from customers who hired Right Choice Plumbing for sewer line repair across Greater Vancouver.
5.0 · 38+ reviews
Got multiple quotes for a sewer repair after another company said we needed a $25k full replacement. Right Choice cameraed the line, showed me the actual footage, and did a trenchless repair on the bad section for a fraction of the original quote. So glad I called them.
Recurring sewer backups every six weeks turned out to be roots in the lateral. They cut the roots, cameraed the line, planned the repair around the City connection and replaced the bad section. Coordinated with the City inspection - we didn't have to chase anything.
Our service promise
Quality Sewer Line Repair You Can Count On
Every sewer line repair job we take on is backed by licensed BC plumbers, upfront fair pricing, and our workmanship warranty. No surprise fees, no high-pressure upsells - just fast, fair & honest work across Vancouver, North & West Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, and Coquitlam, with true 24/7 emergency coverage when you need it.
What sets us apart
Why Choose Right Choice Plumbing?
Customer-First Service
We treat your home like our own - clean boots, drop cloths, tidy work, and a friendly face from start to finish.
Up-Front Pricing
No surprise fees and no high-pressure upsells. You get the price before we start the work, every single time.
Licensed BC Plumbers
Fully licensed, bonded, and insured. Our crew handles plumbing, gas, hot water tanks, and drainage to code.
Fast Response Times
From burst pipes to blocked drains, we move fast. Same-day appointments and true 24/7 emergency coverage.
Common questions
Sewer Line Repair Frequently Asked Questions
How much does sewer line repair cost in Vancouver?
Sewer line repair costs vary widely depending on access, depth, length, and method. Spot repairs can be a few thousand dollars; full sewer line replacements are bigger jobs. We always camera-inspect first and give you an honest quote with options - we'd rather lose the job than overspecify the fix.
Do I really need a camera inspection first?
Yes - we strongly recommend it. A camera tells us exactly where the problem is and what kind of fix it needs. Quoting a sewer repair without one is guesswork and usually leads to a bigger bill than necessary.
Can you repair a sewer line without digging up the yard?
In many cases, yes. Where the host pipe is structurally sound enough, trenchless methods (pipe bursting / lining) avoid major excavation. We assess every line individually after the camera inspection.
Who is responsible for the sewer line - me or the City of Vancouver?
In Vancouver, the homeowner is generally responsible for the sewer lateral from the house to the property line, and the City for the connection beyond. We help coordinate where the issue crosses that boundary.
Brands we service
Sewer Line Services in Vancouver
Whether you need premium fixtures or standard models, our licensed Vancouver plumbers have the skills and parts to get your sewer line repair job done right.
Sewer Camera Inspection
A clear video of your sewer line from cleanout to city connection. We show you the footage and explain what we see - no scare tactics.
Sewer Line Spot Repair
Where a single section of the sewer has failed, we excavate and replace just that section - saving you from a full line replacement.
Trenchless Sewer Repair
Where the host pipe is sound enough, we offer trenchless options (pipe lining / bursting) so we can repair the sewer with minimal excavation.
Full Sewer Line Replacement
When the line is past saving, we replace the full lateral from the house to the property line in ABS or HDPE, to current BC plumbing code.
Root Removal
Heavy root intrusion in older clay or cast-iron sewer lines? We cut the roots with the right cutter heads and recommend long-term solutions.
Sewer Backup Cleanup
When a sewer has backed up into your basement, we get the flow restored fast and refer trusted restoration partners for the cleanup.
Sewer Line Repair service area
Sewer Line Repair Across Greater Vancouver
Right Choice Plumbing offers sewer line repair throughout Vancouver and surrounding cities - one call, one crew, one accountability.
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Other Plumbing & Drainage Services
Need help with something different? Our licensed Vancouver plumbers handle every kind of plumbing and drainage call - from emergencies to installs.
Sewer Line Repair Across Greater Vancouver Cities We Serve
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Same-day Plumber in Vancouver
Our hometown. Licensed plumbers across Downtown, Kitsilano, East Van, Kerrisdale, Mount Pleasant, Point Grey and every neighbourhood in between.
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~20 min Plumber in North Vancouver
Hot water tanks, leak repairs and emergency plumber service across Lynn Valley, Lonsdale, Deep Cove, Edgemont and the rest of the North Shore.
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~25 min Plumber in West Vancouver
Full plumbing & drainage for West Van - Ambleside, Dundarave, British Properties and Horseshoe Bay. Premium fixtures, careful work, fair pricing.
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~20 min Plumber in Burnaby
Plumbing repair, drain cleaning and hot water tank installation across Brentwood, Metrotown, Lougheed and Burnaby Heights - same-day in most cases.
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~25 min Plumber in Richmond
Licensed plumber service across Richmond - Steveston, Brighouse, Terra Nova and Hamilton. Backflow, sewer, perimeter drainage and emergency calls.
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~35 min Plumber in Coquitlam
Tri-Cities plumber serving Coquitlam - Maillardville, Westwood Plateau, Burke Mountain and Town Centre. Drainage, hot water tanks and emergency service.
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