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Pressman Home Services
4.9(
241
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Working with Paradigm was easy from quote to finished work. This started out as exploratory--we had taken on a tiny amount of water during our first summer in the house. I called to schedule a quote, and Bob was able to come out within a few days. As he inspected the basement, he clearly explained everything that he was seeing. His expertise and willingness to talk through his recommendations in detail gave us a lot of confidence. This turned into a larger project when we took on a lot of water from a new area during a few days of severe storms. They worked with us to move up our first date and get on the calendar ASAP for the second round of work. They worked quickly and efficiently to do the first round of mold remediation and waterproofing, which involved removing damaged wood paneling, treating studs, installing a vapor barrier in a crawlspace/trench, and digging out basement window wells. The second day of work was the larger project. We had a small sump pump and hydrogap on one wall of the basement, but we needed to install drains to catch water from two additional walls. The existing sump pump wasn't large enough to handle it, so we needed a new system. Bernie and his crew showed up on time, and Bernie walked me through all of the work that they would be doing. Throughout the day, Bernie, Andy (an owner), and a couple of crew members took time to answer all of the questions that I had. They were patient, professional, and very customer-oriented. I am also very impressed with the quality of work that they did. They removed a wall and shower from the bathroom, rough casted and parged a wall, touched up parging on other walls, installed the drains, and replaced the sump pump. They pay attention to detail. Everything looks clean and solid, and they clearly know how to work efficiently. They are also very careful with clean-up--they didn't leave any dust or debris behind. Definitely wouldn't hesitate to hire them again!"
replaced section of broken sewer line
finished up a french drain installation
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+7

Response time4 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Zoom Drain
4.5(
115
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service. I spoke to the dispatcher at 8pm on a Friday before a holiday requesting emergency service for my clogged sewer line. Nadir (the tech) was finishing up in my area and stopped by to help. They snaked my line from the house to the street for $380 and by 10pm they were finished and pulling out of my driveway. Great service and personality. Also, he informed me of a possible future issue without being the pushy salesman."
Excavate front yard to expose old sewer line. Install shoring for safety at depths greater than 5’. Remove old sewer line and install new PVC sewer. Make connections to remaining pipe with underground couplings. Water test to ensure proper drainage with no leaks and encase new pipe in stone for support and protection. Remove shoring and backfill with existing soil. Tamp soil and grade trench.
 Residential Sewer Cleanout Installation
Residential Curb Trap Replacement
Excavate front yard to expose old sewer line. Install shoring for safety at depths greater than 5’. Remove old sewer line and install new PVC sewer. Make connections to remaining pipe with underground couplings. Water test to ensure proper drainage with no leaks and encase new pipe in stone for support and protection. Remove shoring and backfill with existing soil. Tamp soil and grade trench.
 Residential Sewer Cleanout Installation

+27

Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
87 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cofelt Contracting / Rooterman
4.9(
8
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It was freezing and snowing . Mr Greg and his team stayed late into the night to replace my water pipe and they were so professional, friendly and kind. Everything was cleaned up when they left. I would recommend this team when work like this is needed."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Progressive Construction Group
4.8(
33
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The company replied quickly and gave an estimate as requested. We were quoted for 2 new shut offs and 3-5 replacement shut offs. The plumber only brought 5 fittings, but he gave me the option to run to Home Depot to get more... I was also instructed to replace a hose which wasn?t leaking until after the repair, but it was easily fixed when I suggested to connect the new hose to the pipe rather than to the leaking hose. Sharkbite valves were installed. If I knew they were going to be used, I would have done the work myself. The plumber was proficient with the Sharkbites, I just expected that a pro plumbing company would solder. When the plumber left, there were no leaks, and I didn?t feel like making an issue of the other 2 valves which I wanted installed."
HACE office expansion
HACE office expansion
HACE office expansion
HACE office expansion
Main storm line

+21

Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Zoom Sewer & Drain Cleaning Service, Inc.
4.5(
554
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great customer service and very quick response time. Mark Sell and his apprentice handled the camera inspection of my sewer line in quick fashion and were able to pinpoint the issue in my line. After clearing some tree roots, they made recommendations on replacing part of our sewer line causing a back pitch. I would highly recommend using their services. THANK YOU"
Installing Underground Pipe
Snaking
Crawler Cam in Manhole
Excavator Digging
Jetting Roof Stack

+30

Response time10 hrs
112 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup- Philadelphia
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup- Philadelphia
4.9(
11
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

When you need an emergency plumber in Philadelphia, PA or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

Water Heater Replacement
Water Heater Replacement
Drain Cleaning
Drain Cleaning
Plumbing

+7

53 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by18%of homeowners
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South Jersey Drain and Sewer Services
4.9(
56
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"South Jersey Drain and Sewer was very prompt showing up for the job. He arrived at my rental property on time. He assessed the situation quickly and went to work. He had the sewer line cleared very quickly. I would recommend him, and I would use his services again."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for sewer main install, replace or repair projects in Philadelphia, PA

When installing a sewer line, you should consider extra costs like tree removal, driveway repairs, or patio resurfacing. Hiring a professional plumber is essential, and you may need additional specialists if landscaping or heavy excavation is involved. Addressing these potential extras up front helps ensure accurate budgeting and prevents sudden cost overruns.

To calculate the length of sewer piping you need, measure the distance from your house to the main sewer line, adding the depth of the city main to this distance. Be sure to account for any obstacles like tree roots or utility lines that may require additional piping.

City sewer lines are installed at a lower elevation to prevent unwanted backflow and water damage. This lower positioning ensures enhanced performance and long-term safety, meeting all technical and safety standards.

With trenchless methods, a plumber inserts a smaller pipe within the existing plumbing, avoiding full excavation. It can be more cost-effective and less disruptive than traditional methods, but it's not suitable for all homes.

Yes, you must secure permission from your local water authority before connecting to a public sewer line. This approval ensures your connection meets all regulatory requirements.

Sewer lines are buried between 18 inches and 8 feet deep, with most systems placed between 18 and 30 inches. In colder regions, pipes are set deeper to remain below the frost line.

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