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    All of us are a little nervous about the things we cannot see.  Our sewer and drain lines are no different.  Fear not; the folks at Summit Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing are here to put your mind at ease by ensuring that your home’s wastewater system is in worry-free working order.  However, if you do have issues with your plumbing, our expert plumbers are here to get your problems solved as quickly as possible.  We are locally owned and operated, and ready to serve anyone in the Kansas City metro area.

    Call Summit Heating, Cooling & Plumbing for expert sewer services in Kansas City and the surrounding areas.

     

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    Professional Sewer Services in Kansas City

    About Us

    Professional Sewer Services in Kansas City

     

    Summit Heating, Cooling & Plumbing is your local, family-owned and operated HVAC and plumbing company.  We’re dedicated to providing the best in workmanship and customer satisfaction. Our plumbers use the best products, parts, and advanced technology to provide precise, efficient diagnostics and service. We stand behind our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

    When you call us for Plumbing Services in Kansas City, you can count on us to:

    • Respect you and your home
    • Educate you to ensure your comfort
    • Always on time
    • Communicate with you at every step
    • Happy to help

    If you start noticing your sink, shower, toilet, or other drains in your home running slowly, have low toilet bowl water levels, or gurgling sounds coming from your plumbing, you may have a drain line problem.  Sometimes also called sewer or main line issues. These problems can come from a variety of different sources.  Some of our most common issues are clogs, scale buildup, tree root infiltration, cracked or collapsed sewer pipes, or improper or broken connections. You can count on us for sewer line replacement, sewer repair, and sewer cleaning.

    Sewer Cleaning Services

    Drain being cleared by worker in navy overalls.

    The drain specialists at Summit Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing will start by opening your drain line, get the flow moving again, and get an idea of what culprit is causing the problem. Some fixes are as simple as opening and then clearing the line.  We are not going to scare you.  We will be honest with our findings and our solutions.  Our plumbers are equipped with the most advanced camera equipment in the industry and can show you high-resolution images of exactly what is going on underground.

    Our Drain Technicians can provide you with many solutions for easy fixes like:  Sewer Pipe location, drain line opening, clearing, cleaning, drain line jetting, and descaling.  All of these options can be the solution to simple issues.

    Sometimes the problem is more complicated.  Our technicians are trained to identify those issues and provide you with all the options so you can make an informed decision.  We are proficient in drain line repair or replacement, leak searches, and even less invasive trenchless pipe lining.

    Sewer Replacement Services

    Our team is proud to provide sewer line replacement services. Doesn’t that mean days or weeks without being able to use my water?  Permits, inspectors, Backhoes, Dump trucks, a torn-up front yard, and after it’s all done, a dip in my yard? The answer is no, not necessarily.

    Summit Heating, Cooling & Plumbing has Cure-in-Place Pipe Lining.  This is a revolutionary product where we clean what remains of the existing pipe and push or pull a fiberglass resin into your pipe.  We then inflate and cure it with a high-powered UV light, similar to a dentist curing a filling.   These pipes are incredibly durable, 80% as thick as a brand-new PVC Schedule 40 pipe, have a 50-year manufacturer’s expected life, and a 10-year manufacturer’s warranty.  With this technology, we can do sectional repairs as small as 5 feet or as long as 100 feet.  This system gives our customers the option of getting a quick repair for many of their issues, for less money, and without the hassle and mess of traditional repairs.

    Summit Heating, Cooling & Plumbing is here for our customers with honest assessments of their issues and all of the solutions to get their wastewater system back into normal operation as quickly and affordably as possible. If sewer repair is the best option, we’ll let you know. Remember, if you’re looking for the TOP, reach for the Summit, Summit Heating, Cooling & Plumbing. Contact us today.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    If you still have questions about our Kansas City sewer services, read on for common questions and answers.

    What are the signs of a sewer line problem? ▼
    Signs of a sewer line problem include multiple clogged drains, sewage backing up through the lowest floor drain, sewer odors, muddy areas, unusually green patches in the yard, and slow sinks, tubs, or toilets.
    How often should sewer lines be inspected? ▼
    On average, you should have your main sewer line inspected every one to five years. Older systems and sewer lines with recurring problems should be inspected every 12 to 18 months.
    Do you offer emergency sewer services? ▼
    Yes, we are always available to help with sewer emergencies.
    When should I replace my sewer line instead of cleaning it? ▼
    Sewer line replacement may make sense when cleaning and repeated repairs no longer provide reliable results or their costs become difficult to justify. However, a sectional repair using cured-in-place piping can perform as well as a replacement. It has a 50-year expected service life and costs considerably less than traditional sewer line replacement.
    Who is responsible for sewer line repairs? ▼
    In most communities, the homeowner is responsible for the sewer line running from the home to the street or public easement. Local rules can vary, so confirm the responsibility with your municipality.
    Does homeowners insurance cover sewer line damage? ▼
    Homeowners insurance typically does not cover sewer line damage unless the policy specifically includes that coverage. Review your policy or contact your insurance provider to confirm what is covered.
    How long do sewer lines last? ▼

    A sewer line’s expected service life depends on its material:

    • PVC or ABS plastic: 100 years or longer.
    • Cast iron: 50 to 75 years.
    • Clay tile: 50 to 100 years when root infiltration does not occur.
    Can I prevent sewer line clogs? ▼
    You can reduce the risk of sewer line clogs by flushing only toilet paper and human waste. Keep wipes, diapers, feminine hygiene products, grease, cooking oil, and other unsuitable materials out of drains and toilets. Hair can also create significant drain clogs. Homes with older sewer systems may benefit from drain cleaning.
    What is CIPP? ▼
    CIPP stands for cured-in-place piping, a trenchless method used to line existing drainpipes. We pull or push a fiberglass liner and resin through the existing pipe, position it, and use ultraviolet light to cure and harden the material. The curing process is similar to how a dental filling hardens. Our CIPP materials have a 50-year expected service life and a 10-year manufacturer’s warranty.
    Does a drain liner last as long as a standard PVC pipe? ▼
    A CIPP drain liner has a life expectancy of approximately 50 years, while PVC pipes can last up to 100 years. Both options are considered long-term sewer line solutions.