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Avatar for A1 Sewer & Drain Plumbing & Water Heaters
A1 Sewer & Drain Plumbing & Water Heaters
4.5(
738
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Serving Williamsburg, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can’t recommend Sean Urquhart from A1 Sewer & Drain highly enough! We discovered a leak in our hot water heater last night and called A1’s 24/7 line. I was relieved to get an appointment scheduled for the very next day. Sean arrived on time, quickly assessed the situation, and gently broke the news that our water heater needed to be replaced. Although I was initially upset—since the water heater was installed just three years ago—Sean eased my concerns with his calm demeanor and professionalism, which made me feel much better about moving forward. Sean was incredibly respectful of our home, especially our new carpet. He took great care not to track dirt inside or get the carpet wet while replacing the unit, and he cleaned up thoroughly before leaving. Overall, Sean did an excellent job, and I wouldn’t hesitate to call A1 Sewer & Drain again for any plumbing needs. Highly recommended!!"
Tankless Flush
Tankless Install
Tankless Install
Garbage Disposal Install
Gas line leak detection

+13

Response time7 hrs
586 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Worley's Home Services, LLC
4.6(
153
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Serving Williamsburg, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have used Worley for a variety of projects with excellent results, but I particularly want to shine a light on the most recent toilet installation. Many years ago, another plumbing company told us that there was a problem pipe in a walls that clogged when we used the two fixtures upstairs for #2. To fix them would have cost us as much as $15000 between the actual repair and putting in new drywall and wallpaper. So, we had a couple of guys come to check out the problem, and they thought the problem was that the two upstairs toilets didn't have enough pressure, and there were modern ones using the same amount of water per flush but had much stronger flushes. Combined, they cost less than $1500. So, they installed them last week and they are working wonderfully! So, Worley's probably save as $13,000 or more. That would be reason enough to hire these guys."
Under cabinet lighting
Under cabinet lighting
Under cabinet lighting
Indoor Tankless
RV Hookups

+21

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TRPLUMBING LLC
4.3(
8
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Serving Williamsburg, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Trevor solved the problem with our shower drain pipe. We consulted a lot of plumbers before him but they could not figure out what to do and so overpriced. Trevor worked on it on the spot. He is great! 5.0 is not enough. TRPlumbing will always be our go-to company for all our plumbing projects or issues."
Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Russell's & American Mechanical
4.3(
160
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Serving Williamsburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They get all "A's" for the installation, except price I just can't remember that.  I would use them again. My first impression was they knew what they were doing and they were very professional."
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+3

Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Bud Hypes Plumbing & Sewer Service
3.9(
28
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Serving Williamsburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Slow draining tub, a toilet that just won't flush, and some back flow when using the dishwasher left us thinking we just had a major clog.  To our surprise, it was a collapsed sewer line that needed to be replaced.  While there was a 1 week wait due to the time of year and the demands they were expecting, we were more than happy to wait the week.  Work went quickly and smoothly, and was far less intrusive than we anticipated.  Their staff even wore shoe coverings when coming into the house!  Only some minor clean up work was required once they left, which appeared to be an oversight when they cleaned up.  Everything else was back to normal after they left and no problems since."
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Abiding Alterations
5.0(
6
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Serving Williamsburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

"We had a really bad clog in our main line and Ray, the contractor who came out to help us was very professional and did his best to see to it that our problem was fixed and we would have no future issues. His co-worker was just as professional and friendly and helped us understand all that was being done. We feel we got a more than fair price for all that had to be done. We highly recommend Abiding Alterations for any plumbing needs."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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911 Restoration Of Hampton Roads
4.4(
7
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Serving Williamsburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I contacted 911 Restoration and 2 other companies for provide an estimate for mold remediation. Hank's estimate was extremely detailed and outline everything he would do and the associated cost. Overall cost was less than competitors. Hank pointed out items that needed to be addressed that the other guys didn't. He was genuinely concerned about doing the job right to solve the problem we were having. He was able to get started very quickly. He did run over on the estimated completion timeline, but I would consider it reasonable; sometimes things come up that you just can't anticipate. I would call 911 Restoration again if needed."
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+14

Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for sewer main install, replace or repair projects in Williamsburg, 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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