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A1 Sewer & Drain Plumbing & Water Heaters
4.7(
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Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A1 is the best! They are the same company who assisted my Aunt on Christmas Eve day. This company’s emergency service is top notch! James was professional and knowledgeable which is a rare gem these days. He explained everything, answered all of my questions, and made great suggestions for our next steps. We tried two other plumbers and A1 came through with excellent service. THANK YOU, JAMES!!!"
Tankless Flush
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Gas line leak detection

+13

Response time7 hrs
657 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.6(
300
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Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Roto Rooter took a day longer than scheduled to get to us, but we're efficient when on site. As one might expect, it wasn't inexpensive."
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RS Andrews of Tidewater
4.2(
23
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Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1979

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"The work I needed done isn?t even listed in the choices. $21000.00 for a new HVAC and they didn?t even put the filters back in. That?s ridiculous. "
New System Installation
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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FAQs for sewer main install, replace or repair projects in Portsmouth, VA

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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