Underground Drain Repair in Northern NJ

We locate the damaged section of underground drain pipe, excavate it, replace it with new pipe and fittings, and restore the lawn.

The Damaged Section, Replaced

We repair damaged or compromised sections of underground drainage pipe that are stopping the system from draining properly. If a section is cracked, collapsed, separated, crushed, root-damaged or otherwise compromised, we excavate the area, remove the damaged section and replace it with new drainage pipe to restore flow. We work with many pipe types:

Terracotta pipe
Clay pipe
Schedule 40 PVC
Thin-wall PVC
Corrugated drainage pipe
Other older or damaged drainage materials

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One broken section stops the whole system

Underground drain repair restores the flow of rainwater through the drainage system. A damaged or collapsed pipe stops water from moving through the gutter and downspout system, and repairing that section lets the gutters, downspouts and underground drainage work together again.

Gutters overflowing.
Water backing up at the downspout connection.
Water collecting near the foundation.
Standing water in the yard.
Mulch or landscaping washing away.
Water discharging in areas where it should not.

When to Call Us for Underground Drain Repair

Gutters overflowing even after they have been cleaned.
Water backing up where the downspout connects to the underground drain.
Water collecting near the foundation.
Mulch washing away around the downspout or drain connection.
Depressed or sunken areas in the lawn.
Unusually wet areas in the yard.
Water coming out of the ground in an unexpected location.
A drain line that repeatedly clogs.
A drain line that cannot be cleared with hydro jetting.
Camera inspection showing a cracked, separated, collapsed, or otherwise damaged section of pipe.

No visible signs?

Through our underground drain cleaning, camera inspection and diagnosis we determine where the system is failing and which section of pipe likely needs repair. A camera showing cracked, separated, collapsed or damaged pipe is the clearest sign.

Why Northern NJ Homeowners Choose Us for Drain Repair

We understand the entire gutter and drainage system, not just one section of it. Because we specialize in gutters, downspouts and underground drainage, we can determine whether the problem is coming from the gutter system, the underground pipe or another part of the system. Instead of one company to diagnose the drain, another to excavate it and another to repair the gutters, we handle the entire system from beginning to end.

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The Entire System NJ Home Maintenance Services understands the entire gutter and drainage system, not just one section of it.
Finding the Source We specialize in gutters, downspouts, and underground drainage, which allows us to determine whether the problem is coming from the gutter system, the underground drainage pipe, or another part of the system.
Beginning to End Instead of needing one company to diagnose the drain, another company to excavate it, and another company to repair the gutters, we are capable of handling the entire system from beginning to end.

Benefits of Professional Underground Drain Repair

Proper Excavation Underground drain repairs often require digging several feet into the ground and removing a large amount of soil.
Heavy Equipment When necessary, we use excavation equipment (backhoes and trenchers) to safely and efficiently access buried drainage pipe.
Correct Diagnosis We determine where the damaged section is located before excavating whenever possible.
Proper Pipe Replacement We understand how underground drainage systems should be connected and routed so water continues to flow properly.
Complete System Knowledge We understand how the gutters, downspouts, underground piping, and discharge point all work together.
Diagnosis Through Repair One company from diagnosis through repair: we can clean, camera inspect, diagnose, excavate, repair, and replace drainage piping as needed.

What Is Included in an Underground Drain Repair

Arrive on site and identify the area of the damaged drain line.
Remove grass, mulch, stone, or landscaping material as necessary.
Excavate the area to expose the underground drainage pipe.
Remove soil from around the damaged section.
Locate and expose the compromised piping.
Cut out and remove the damaged section of drain pipe.
Install new drainage pipe and fittings as necessary.
Properly connect the new pipe to the existing drainage system.
Backfill the excavated area.
Rough grade the disturbed area.
Apply grass seed and tack hay where lawn areas were disturbed.
Clean up and remove damaged pipe and job debris.

Not included

Landscaping restoration depends on the area being excavated and the scope of the project.

Our Underground Drain Repair Process

Problem Section Found Through our underground drain cleaning, camera inspection, and diagnosis, we determine where the drainage system is failing and identify the section of pipe that likely needs to be repaired.
Repair Estimate We provide the customer with an estimate explaining the recommended repair.
811 Utility Markout Once the repair is approved, we contact New Jersey One Call (811) to request the required utility markout before excavation begins.
Utilities Marked The appropriate utility companies mark their underground facilities in the work area so our technicians know where marked utilities are located before digging.
Cleared to Begin We cannot begin excavation until the required utility markout process is completed and we are cleared to begin the project.
A Crucial Safety Step This process may affect the project start date, but it is a crucial safety step that must be completed before excavation can begin.
Work Area Prepared Once we are cleared to begin, our crew arrives and prepares the work area.
Surface Material Removed We remove lawn, mulch, stone, or other surface material necessary to access the drainage pipe.
Excavate to the Damage We excavate down to the damaged section of the underground drain.
Damage Confirmed Once the pipe is exposed, we confirm the condition and extent of the damage.
Damaged Pipe Replaced We remove the compromised section of pipe and replace it with new piping and fittings.
Flow Tested We test the repaired drainage line to make sure water is flowing properly through the repaired section.
Backfill and Lawn Restoration We backfill the excavation, rough grade the area, and restore disturbed lawn areas with grass seed and tack hay when applicable.
Additional Damage Explained If additional damage is discovered after excavation that could not previously be seen, we explain what was found and recommend the next step.

Underground Drain Repair Questions

How do I know if my underground drain pipe is damaged or just clogged?

A clogged drain can often be cleared with hydro jetting. If the line cannot be cleared or a camera inspection shows a cracked, collapsed, separated, or damaged pipe, a repair may be necessary.

Can you repair only one damaged section of underground drain pipe?

Yes. If the rest of the drainage system is in usable condition, we can often excavate and replace only the damaged section.

What types of underground drainage pipe can you repair?

We work with many drainage materials, including PVC, thin-wall pipe, corrugated pipe, clay, terracotta, and other older drainage systems.

Do you need to dig up my entire yard?

Not usually. If we can identify the location of the damaged section, we try to excavate only the area necessary to complete the repair. This is why having NJ Home Maintenance Services complete the initial underground drain cleaning and diagnosis is so important. It gives us a better understanding of the drainage system, where the problem is located, and what needs to be repaired before moving into Step 2 repairs or a new drain installation.

How do you know where to dig?

We may use drain cleaning, camera inspection, system layout, visible symptoms, discharge locations, and our experience with underground drainage systems to help determine where the damaged section is located.

What happens if you find more damage after you start digging?

Some damage cannot be fully seen until the pipe is exposed. If additional damage is discovered, we explain what we found and recommend the additional repair before proceeding.

Can a broken underground drain cause my gutters to overflow?

Yes. If the underground drain cannot accept water from the downspout, water can back up at the connection and eventually cause the gutter or downspout system to overflow.

Can a damaged underground drain cause water near my foundation?

Yes. A broken, separated, or clogged drain can allow water to collect or discharge near the foundation instead of carrying it away from the home.

Do you repair underground drains after you clean and camera them?

Yes. That is one of the advantages of using NJ Home Maintenance Services. We can clean the line, inspect it, diagnose the problem, and perform the repair if necessary.

Will the lawn be repaired after the excavation?

We backfill and rough grade the excavated area and typically apply grass seed and tack hay in disturbed lawn areas. The exact restoration depends on the surface and project scope.

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