Best Sewer Line Replacement Pros in Columbia
#1Strong Hire
Maryland Sewer & Plumbing Service Inc
4.9Sewer Line Replacement: 90/100
“What seemingly was a huge challenge initially, didn't bother him- he kept pressing forward and made it happen. He took measures to protect my home with tarps and more.”
#2Strong Hire
Rooter-Man
5Sewer Line Replacement: 80/100
“I had a major water service line leak between my 1940s home and the city meter, which led to a $4,000 water bill from WSSC. Adam arrived the next day, right on time and with a reassuring attitude. Within 15 minutes, he had diagnosed the issue, provided a clear quote, and committed to starting the repair the very next day.”
#3Strong Hire
Service Force Plumbing
4.9Sewer Line Replacement: 70/100
“The service was a camera inspection of sewer line under basement floor and under front porch. Where others shrugged off the problem and decided extremely invasive & expensive work was needed and the only solution, Tyler focused on the least invasive and most practical solution.”
All Sewer Line Replacement Pros in Columbia
Maryland Sewer & Plumbing Service Inc
4.9·249 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sewer work is the standout specialty
Emergency response is concrete: one reviewer reports a technician…
Communication is specifically called out 6 times…
Concerns
One 4-star review explicitly cites the company as 'too expensive'…
Rooter-Man
5·67 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Next-day sewer/water-line scoping and repair cited by 2 different…
Sewer pipe under-the-house replacement priced 'reasonably' with…
Quick diagnosis on a $4,000-WSSC-bill water service line leak:…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Service Force Plumbing
4.9·674 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Fast arrival is a dominant pattern (fast_response cited 24 times)
Multi-day, multi-tech jobs (sewer camera, water-line,…
Reviewers cite upfront pricing and 6-year parts-AND-labor…
Concerns
Surprise_fees flagged once
Abend Services
4.9·164 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Saturday water-heater install completed in under 90 minutes…
Full sewer main excavation and replacement on an old home, plus…
Text notifications with live tech location before arrival
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Calvert Plumbing and Backflow Services
5·89 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-day backflow inspection scheduled and filed with the county…
Sewer-line failure resolved without the $30k+ replacement pitch a…
Same-day water-heater swap: call at 10AM, install by 2PM
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Greater Baltimore
4.8·1.4k reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Avoid4.8Google
Strengths
Next-day or same-day dispatch on water heater and toilet jobs
Tech Rich Bush cited by name across multiple jobs (12 years…
Up-front pricing breakdown on water heater replacement
Concerns
Drywall gashed during a water heater install, with manager…
Pricing complaints repeat
Missed appointments and follow-up failures on a boiler install
Abbott Brothers Plumbing & Heating of Maryland
4.8·374 reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Owner Mike answers the phone after-hours
Repeat customer relationships on major jobs
Same-day gas-line and cooktop install completed with <24 hr…
Concerns
Sink-valve repair didn't actually fix the leak, then a follow-up…
One report of toilet/shower-drain rework requiring concrete to be…
Millennium Plumbing
4.3·110 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Proceed with care4.3Google
Strengths
After-hours dispatch documented
Tech Shawn repeatedly cited by name across multiple jobs
Same-day faucet/valve work with no diagnostic visit charge on at…
Concerns
Reports of $500+ charges on visits where the plumber didn't fix…
BBB rating B- (not accredited), notably below the A/A+ rivals in…
Sewage-ejector pump install left basement sticky with sewage…
Phone manner cited as the problem on multiple complaints
Warrior Plumbing & Heating
4.9·426 reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Owner Brent personally walks customers through diagnoses,…
Weekend and after-hours work documented in 5 reviews
Pricing transparency cited specifically
Concerns
Lone poor_workmanship complaint involves a water heater install…
One 2-star Yelp review claims Warrior installed a neighbor's hot…
Greer Plumbing & Water Heater Repair
4.9·457 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.9Google
Strengths
Toilet work is the most-mentioned service (12 review mentions),…
Weekend and after-hours availability is documented
One reviewer reports a shower issue corrected with no charge when…
Concerns
March 2026 1-star review describes a no-show on a scheduled…
April 2026 2-star review from an 11-year repeat customer cites…
Office-staff communication flagged as unprofessional in two…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·4.1k reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
After-hours emergency response is documented with timing
One reviewer specifically notes no extra emergency-call fee was…
Workmanship called out 14 times (workmanship=14 of 81) with…
Concerns
April 2026 1-star review documents a ~$1,000 quote to unclog a…
Even a 5-star reviewer concedes 'price is a bit high'
Tim Whistler Plumbing, Gas Fitting, HVAC, and Electrical
4.8·300 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Gas line, gas fireplace and water-heater work draw repeat praise…
Fast_response cited in 26 of 100 analyzed reviews with same-day…
Concerns
1-star reviewer reports receptionist hung up while refusing to…
Surprise upcharges on top of attractive baseline quotes
Review consistency 0.648 with 11% negative sentiment is the…
Service Force Plumbing
4.9·130 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Water heater replacement is a documented strength including…
Water-line repair quotes beat competitors by more than $3K in one…
Same-day-plumber cited 6 times with workmanship cited 15 times…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Brian B. Quick Plumbing
4.8·1.5k reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Weekend and emergency response is consistent…
Faucet, toilet, and disposal repair work draws repeat praise…
Technicians cited by name for taking creative cost-effective…
Concerns
1-star review documents cracked bathtub tile and an…
Expensive cited 5 times and one 1-star reviewer reports…
All Clear Plumbing & Drain Service, LLC
4.9·560 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Water heater work is the dominant strength
Same-day or next-day install pattern is repeated…
Toilet installs called out as clean and on time (toilet-repair 11…
Concerns
2 of 100 analyzed are 1-star and a 3-star outlier
Common Sewer Line Replacement Scenarios
Full Sewer Line Replacement
When the entire sewer line from your home to the street needs replacing due to age, material failure, or extensive damage.
Trenchless Pipe Bursting
A new pipe is pulled through the old one, breaking it apart. Minimal yard disruption compared to traditional excavation.
Cured-in-Place Pipe Lining
An epoxy-coated liner is inserted and cured inside the existing pipe, creating a new pipe within the old one.
Conventional Excavation
The traditional method: dig a trench, remove the old pipe, lay a new one. Sometimes the only option for severely collapsed lines.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does sewer line replacement cost in Columbia, MD?
Full sewer line replacement in Columbia typically costs $3,000-$25,000. Trenchless methods run $4,000-$10,000 on average. Traditional excavation with yard restoration can exceed $15,000. Length of the line, depth, and access all affect pricing.
How long does sewer line replacement take?
Trenchless sewer replacement typically takes 1-2 days. Traditional excavation takes 3-5 days plus yard restoration time. Most plumbers in Howard County can start within a week of the initial inspection.
Is trenchless sewer replacement worth it in Columbia?
Trenchless is usually worth it if your yard has landscaping, driveways, or structures over the sewer line. It costs more than basic excavation but saves thousands in restoration. Ask the pros below for a comparison quote.
Do I need a permit for sewer line replacement in Howard County?
Yes — sewer line replacement in Howard County requires a plumbing permit and inspection. Your plumber should handle the permit. Unpermitted work can cause problems when selling and may void insurance claims.
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