Confirm What Is Happening Below Ground
Inspection can help show visible problems in an accessible sewer line. A recurring backup may involve an obstruction, a defect or both, so symptoms alone cannot define the repair area. The team can explain how the findings support a proposed excavation.
If cleaning is sufficient, digging is not automatically the next step. Direct access should have a specific purpose in the repair plan.
Serving Joliet and surrounding communities, Including:
Counties in the Joliet Area
Request Plumbing Excavation in Joliet
When you contact us, describe the recurring issue and any known route of the pipe. A previous report can help, but you can arrange an assessment without one.
Call 815-280-0150 or request plumbing excavation online.
See the Joliet plumbing page for local contact information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who completes the surface restoration after excavation?
Confirm that in the project scope, including any work that requires separate arrangements.
What if I do not know the underground pipe route?
You can still request help. Explain the symptoms and any prior work, and the team can assess the line.
Can a blockage and pipe defect occur together?
Yes. Findings should explain the cleaning and repair needs rather than treating them as the same task.
Should paving be removed before the assessment?
No. Leave the area intact until the access and repair scope are established.
Does a pipe beneath paving always require the paving to be removed?
The access method depends on the repair and site conditions. Discuss the actual plan after assessment.


