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Sewer & Drain

Hahn Plumbing has provided sewer and drain repair in Fort Collins since 1967, offering drain snaking, hydro jetting, sewer scope inspections, and full sewer line replacement. Unlike many plumbers, Hahn handles excavation in-house rather than subcontracting it, keeping repairs faster and more affordable. Licensed, bonded, and insured across Fort Collins, Loveland, Timnath, Windsor, Wellington, and Greeley.

Hahn Plumbing – Heating – AC  offers expert drain cleaning, sewer scopes, sewer line repairs, and replacement with minimally invasive techniques. From simple fixes to large-scale projects, we handle everything, including permits and full communication throughout. For reliable service in Fort Collins and surrounding areas call us today!

Types of Drain Cleaning

Drain cleaning can be very simple if professionally done, and often requires little more than a few hours to work. While there are a few methods for cleaning drains out there, we primarily just use the following two.

Drain Snaking

Drain snaking uses a flexible metal line with a corkscrew tip to break up debris and clear small to medium clogs, a method Hahn Plumbing has used in Fort Collins homes for decades before hydro jetting became common.

Hydro Jetting

Hydro jetting clears clogs using high-powered water jets strong enough to fully clean pipe walls, not just break up debris. Hahn Plumbing inspects the pipe first with a sewer scope camera, since older pipes may need a gentler alternative to avoid damage. This is a step we don’t skip, even when a customer just wants the fastest fix — jetting the wrong pipe can turn a clog into a bigger repair.

Sewer Line Repair

Hahn Plumbing diagnoses sewer line issues with sewer scope cameras and, unlike many companies that subcontract this work, performs excavation in-house, keeping sewer line repairs and replacements more affordable for Fort Collins customers.

Drain Cleaning or Sewer Line Repair — Which Do You Need?

Not every clog needs a full sewer line repair — here’s how to tell.

Best for:
– Drain snaking: Small to medium clogs in a single fixture or line
– Hydro jetting: Recurring clogs, or buildup along the pipe walls rather than a single blockage
– Sewer line repair: Backups affecting multiple drains at once, or damage found during a sewer scope inspection

Worth it when:
– A sewer scope inspection shows older pipes that need gentler handling before jetting
– Hydro jetting and snaking have both failed to resolve a recurring blockage — that’s when conventional repair becomes necessary

Skip this if:
– It’s a single, isolated clog that’s never recurred — snaking alone may resolve it without escalating further

Conventional Sewer Line Repair

When hydro jetting and drain snaking fail to resolve severe sewer line blockages, traditional repair methods become necessary. The standard method of sewer line replacement requires digging down to the sewer lines, cutting out broken or tattered lengths of pipe, and replacing them. In many cases, conventional sewer line replacement requires removing existing concrete or area and excavating a front, back or side yard, since the plumber must get to the physical pipe. Once there, they replace the pipes with up-to-date piping and materials, ensuring that sewage or wastewater is properly disposed of from the property to the city’s main sewer line.

While many plumbing companies subcontract excavation work, Hahn Plumbing handles it entirely in-house with its own trained crew and equipment — for excavation jobs of any size, residential or commercial, in Fort Collins and surrounding areas. When a job is subcontracted, scheduling depends on someone else’s calendar. Because our own crew runs the equipment, we’re not waiting on a third party to show up before your yard can be closed back up.

Sewer & Drain FAQs

You should consider replacing your sewer line if you experience frequent backups, slow drainage, foul odors, or notice wet spots in your yard. Other signs include tree root intrusion, cracks in the pipe, or a complete collapse. If your sewer system is over 50 years old, a professional inspection is recommended to determine its condition.
Sewer lines should be cleaned every 18 to 24 months as part of routine maintenance. However, if you experience slow drainage, frequent clogs, or gurgling sounds from your pipes, more frequent cleaning may be necessary. Regular cleaning helps prevent blockages and extends the lifespan of your plumbing system.
Warning signs that your sewer line and drains need cleaning include slow draining sinks and tubs, unpleasant odors, water backing up, or gurgling noises coming from your drains. If multiple drains are affected simultaneously, it may indicate a blockage in the main sewer line, requiring immediate attention.
It’s recommended to have your drains professionally cleaned at least once a year to prevent buildup and clogs. If your household experiences frequent drain issues due to grease, soap scum, or hair accumulation, more frequent cleanings may be necessary. Regular maintenance helps avoid costly repairs and keeps your plumbing system in top shape.

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