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Sewer Services Sherman Oaks, CA

Get Expert Sewer Service From a Local Team

ServiStar Plumbing and HVAC provides full sewer services in Sherman Oaks, CA, and the greater LA area. We serve homeowners across the 91401, 91403, 91411, and 91423 ZIP codes. Our licensed team covers every stage of sewer line care, from the first camera look to trenchless replacement. Every job starts with an honest diagnosis and an upfront quote. We evaluate your situation before recommending any solution. And you receive clear pricing before work starts, with no hidden fees when the job is done.

Call (818) 855-1269 or contact us online to schedule a sewer service consultation.

Why Choose ServiStar Plumbing and HVAC for Sewer Line Services in Sherman Oaks?

Local homeowners choose ServiStar Plumbing and HVAC because one licensed team handles the whole job. Other reasons why we are a trusted plumbing team include:

  • 8 stars from 100+ verified reviews
  • Over 30 years of experience
  • CSLB Licensed (Lic. #885156), bonded, and insured
  • Same-day sewer inspections and repairs
  • No service fees before work begins
  • Upfront quotes
  • Free in-person estimates
  • 10% military discount
  • Senior citizen discount
  • 1-hour response time
  • Locally owned and operating in Sherman Oaks by Daniel Cohen
  • 24/7 phone availability for sewer emergencies
  • Google Guaranteed service provider
  • HomeGuide Top Pro Award recipient
  • LA Legacy Business


Call (818) 855-1269 to schedule a same-day sewer inspection.

Professional sewer line service technician inspecting and cleaning a residential sewer system with industrial hydro jetting equipment in Sherman Oaks, California.

Professional Sewer Services in Sherman Oaks

Professional sewer services in Sherman Oaks cover everything from the first look inside the pipe to full trenchless replacement. Our team at ServiStar handles every stage. Our sewer services include:

  • Sewer Camera Inspections
  • Drain Cleaning
  • Hydro Jetting
  • Sewer Line Repair
  • Trenchless Sewer Repair
  • Trenchless Pipe Lining
  • Trenchless Sewer Line Replacement
  • Leak Detection
  • Emergency Sewer Line Service

Call (818) 855-1269 for a free estimate.

Which Sewer Service Do You Need?

The sewer service you need depends on whether your line is blocked, damaged, or worn out. A camera inspection shows us the exact problem. However, here is a general guide.

A line that backs up occasionally but is otherwise sound needs cleaning. A line that keeps clogging despite cleaning may have roots in it and may need hydro jetting. A line that shows cracks or offset joints on camera needs a repair. A line that is collapsed or corroded needs lining or replacement.

Our team follows the same process to pinpoint the problem.  We use a special camera to look inside the pipe.  Then, we recommend the correct service. That saves you a lot of money and time.

Sewer Line Repair in Sherman Oaks

Our team provides sewer line repair in Sherman Oaks for damaged sections of your lateral. Some signs point to damage rather than a simple clog. Repeat backups within days of a cleaning. Soggy patches on the lawn along a pipe path. Roots that come back into pipes every season.

Repairs range from a single spot fix to full-line repair, depending on how much of the pipe has failed. We fix cracked, offset, and broken pipes. Our team walks you through the options, gives you honest estimates, and starts work only after you approve the quote.

Call (818) 855-1269 to schedule a sewer repair.

Sewer Camera Inspections

Our team provides a sewer inspection as the starting point for every sewer job. When your line has a slow drain or a full backup, the first job is to see what is actually going on inside the pipe. A waterproof camera shows us roots, cracks, or scale.

Sewer camera inspections show us the inside of your pipe so we can pin down the problem. The camera also protects you from paying for a bigger fix than the line actually needs. A cleaning is enough when the pipe is sound and has just buildup. A repair is needed only when the pipe itself is damaged. Every homeowner should have footage of their sewer line.

Call (818) 855-1269 to schedule a sewer camera inspection.

Sewer Cleaning in Sherman Oaks

Sewer cleaning clears the main line. You need one when several fixtures back up at the same time or when the yard starts to smell. Our team provides sewer cleaning in Sherman Oaks. The blockage is usually a mix of roots, grease, and scale that has narrowed the pipe over years.

Our team clears the line with cable machines for roots and hydro jetting for the pipe wall coating. Every cleaning ends with a camera check to confirm the line is clear from wall to wall. That check also shows if the pipe itself needs a follow-up repair. This is more common on older Sherman Oaks laterals than most homeowners realize.

Call (818) 855-1269 to book sewer cleaning.

Hydro Jetting Services Near You

Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to clear the full inside wall of a sewer line. Our team provides hydro jetting in Sherman Oaks for lines that keep clogging within weeks after a drain snake. A cable clears a hole through the blockage, but it leaves the pipe wall coated with grease, mineral scale, or debris. That coating grows back into a blockage within weeks.

Hydro jetting removes the coating entirely. It flushes it downstream. This method matters most for older Sherman Oaks homes and for commercial kitchens along Ventura Boulevard where grease loads are heavy.

Call (818) 855-1269 to schedule hydro jetting.

Trenchless Sewer Repair in Sherman Oaks

Trenchless sewer repair fixes a damaged pipe through access points. No need to dig a trench across the yard. Our team provides trenchless sewer repair in Sherman Oaks. We recommend it when the pipe still holds its shape but has cracks.

Many Sherman Oaks properties have mature landscaping, driveways, and hardscape sitting directly over the buried lateral. Trenching those out for a repair is disruptive and expensive.

So we work from inside the pipe wherever we can. That way, we save your yard along with the plumbing. Trenchless works best on lines that are structurally sound but leaking or letting roots in. When the line is too far gone for trenchless, we say so plainly and explain the alternative.

Call (818) 855-1269 to ask about trenchless options.

Technician performing sewer service through a residential manhole using professional drain cleaning equipment in Sherman Oaks, CA.

Trenchless Pipe Lining

Trenchless pipe lining creates a new pipe inside your old sewer line. It cures a resin liner against the existing pipe wall. Our team offers trenchless pipe lining in Sherman Oaks to seal cracks and root entry points from the inside of the pipe.

For Sherman Oaks homes with clay laterals, this is an effective long-term fix. The new liner eliminates the joints that roots have been exploiting for decades. Epoxy liners also flex with seismic ground movement. The result is a resilient pipe that is far less vulnerable to the conditions that damage older sewer lines. We offer:

  • CIPP (Cured-in-Place Pipe) lining
  • Partial and full lateral lining


Call (818) 855-1269 to see whether lining fits your line.

Trenchless Sewer Line Replacement Near You

Trenchless sewer line replacement is for when the old one is beyond repair. It installs a completely new pipe along the existing path. Our team provides trenchless sewer line replacement in Sherman Oaks for lines that cannot be lined and would otherwise require a full trench across the property.

Replacement is best when the pipe has collapsed, has a severe belly, or is failing along most of its length. A liner cannot fix any of those. Instead, our team pulls a new pipe through the old one along the same path. The yard stays intact, and the driveway stays put.

Don’t worry. Before you decide, we will explain the need for the service in-depth. We explain the cost difference compared to never-ending repairs. Replacement is more costly than cleaning or lining, but it is often cheaper than repeat repairs on a failing line.

Call (818) 855-1269 to discuss sewer line replacement.

Leak Detection

Sewer leak detection locates the exact spot on your line where waste is leaking into the surrounding soil. Our team performs leak detection in Sherman Oaks. We locate the problem and confirm it with a camera inspection. Sewer leaks show up as damp lawn patches, unusually green grass running in a line, or odors with no clear source.

Our team uses non-invasive detection to pinpoint the leak before any digging starts. Once we know where the leak is, the fix is either a spot repair or a trenchless line, depending on the pipe’s overall condition.

Call (818) 855-1269 if you suspect a sewer leak.

Emergency Sewer Service

Emergency sewer service is for active backups, overflowing fixtures, and sewage entering the home. Our team provides emergency sewer service in Sherman Oaks. We are available around the clock, including weekends and holidays. Sewage contaminates flooring, damages walls, and creates a real health risk within hours.

Our team stocks every truck with needed equipment and camera inspection gear. And, we treat every emergency with the same high standard we treat a scheduled visit. We aim to fix the problem right on the first visit.

Call (818) 855-1269 for emergency sewer service.

Nearby Sewer Services in Sherman Oaks and Surrounding Cities

Our team provides sewer services across every Sherman Oaks neighborhood and the surrounding Valley communities. Our office sits on Riverside Drive. We dispatch from there to the entire neighborhood. Sherman Oaks ZIP codes we cover are 91401, 91403, 91411, and 91423.

Sherman Oaks areas we serve include:

  • South Sherman Oaks near Ventura Boulevard
  • Central Sherman Oaks around Moorpark Street
  • North Sherman Oaks near Van Nuys Boulevard
  • The flats between Riverside Drive and Chandler
  • The hillside neighborhoods climbing toward Mulholland Drive
  • Areas near the 101 and 405 freeway interchange
  • Chandler Estates
  • Longridge Estates
  • Sherman Oaks Hills
  • Beverly Glen


We also cover the surrounding Valley cities including Encino, Studio City, Van Nuys, Valley Village, and the broader San Fernando Valley.

Call (818) 855-1269 for a sewer service near you.

Customer Testimonials

Our customers trust us to provide excellent service every time. See some of our recent work. You can also read reviews below.

A Leading Sewer Line Company

ServiStar Plumbing and HVAC is a sewer line repair company that has served Sherman Oaks homeowners for over 30 years. Our team is licensed, bonded, and insured.

From the camera inspection to the final repair or replacement, we bring high-quality service to every job. All pricing is upfront before any work begins. Same-day appointments are also available for urgent sewer service.

Call (818) 855-1269 to schedule a sewer diagnosis with ServiStar Plumbing and HVAC.

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FAQs

Clay and cast iron sewer laterals typically last 50 to 100 years, depending on soil, roots, and water quality. Many Sherman Oaks homes still run their original 1950s or 1960s lateral. So, a large share of the neighborhood's lines are near or past their expected service life.

Yes. A standard home inspection does not include the sewer lateral. A separate sewer camera inspection before closing shows the condition of the buried pipe, which is one of the largest single-item repairs a homeowner ever faces. Buyers often use the footage in negotiation, since a failing lateral can cost tens of thousands to replace after purchase.

Cleaning starts around $350 for a simple job. Sewer line repair varies with the length of the run and the method used. Trenchless lining and pipe bursting typically run $8,000 to $16,000 for a full lateral. Traditional excavation can exceed $25,000 when permit fees, landscaping, and paving restoration are included. We give a flat-rate quote before starting work.

Yes. Any work connecting to the city's sewer lateral requires an S-Permit from the City of LA Bureau of Engineering. Our team ensures all work meets current code requirements throughout the process.

Yes, especially in Sherman Oaks, where mature trees are widespread. Roots enter through clay pipe joints and expand over the years, eventually causing full blockages or pipe collapse. Pipe replacement eliminates this risk because the new pipe is seamless with no joints for roots to infiltrate.

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