Pipe Spy has set the standard for sewer lateral replacement since 1998. We work to remain the best, to set new standards, and to perform at our best for our customers. Pipe Spy has the expertise, depth of experience and knowledge of local sewer compliance that you require. We want to be the sewer repair company you'll recommend to your friends and neighbors.
We've been using trenchless technology for sewer replacement since it was first available to the Bay Area - in fact, Pipe Spy was the first plumbing company to use it here. Pipe Spy is a licensed California Contractor for both General Plumbing (Class C36) and General Engineering (Class A), which enables us to provide the best Engineered Plumbing Solutions for your sewer pipeline.
Pipe Spy is a recipient of the Chrysalis Award for Remodeling Excellence, and is a preferred sewer contractor for the Cities of Oakland and Berkeley. We've been the experts from the beginning, and aim to be the best private sewer replacement service company far into in the future.
We've been using trenchless technology for sewer replacement since it was first available to the Bay Area - in fact, Pipe Spy was the first plumbing company to use it here. Pipe Spy is a licensed California Contractor for both General Plumbing (Class C36) and General Engineering (Class A), which enables us to provide the best Engineered Plumbing Solutions for your sewer pipeline.
Pipe Spy is a recipient of the Chrysalis Award for Remodeling Excellence, and is a preferred sewer contractor for the Cities of Oakland and Berkeley. We've been the experts from the beginning, and aim to be the best private sewer replacement service company far into in the future.
Services
We repair broken sewer lines and sewer laterals using the latest trenchless sewer methods and pipe bursting technology. Our trenchless sewer repair and trenchless sewer replacement methods save you on cost and time. Our team of trenchless engineers uses the latest technology to replace sewer pipes, sewer lines and sewer laterals without digging up your property.
Sewer line maintenance helps homeowners save money on potential sewer line replacement costs and extends the life of you sewer lateral. Sewer line maintenance also dramatically extends the life of your sewer by keeping pipes clear of debris and blockages. Pipe Spy has the right tools to service and properly maintain your sewer line drain pipes.
Pipe Spy conducts sewer camera inspections across the Bay Area that provide you and our team with the most knowledge of your underground sewer drain lines, sewer pipes and plumbing systems. A typical sewer camera inspection costs $200 for a residential sewer lateral inspection, and most video inspections are completed within one hour (sewer line inspection cost varies if more time is required).
Many East Bay homes were built with a steel pipe supply from the water meter to the fixtures in your home, and those small pipes are still in place today. Pipe Spy can help you upgrade your water lines to get the right volume and pressure to your plumbing fixtures. Interior plumbing changes are often a part of home remodels, so your need for plumbing services and water delivery to the existing or new fixtures may have changed.
Pipe Spy is experienced in replacing sewer laterals and drain lines for commercial properties. When the lines must continue to work while repairs are completed, call Pipe Spy. Pipe Spy understands what it takes to test and repair commercial property sewer and drain lines. If work needs to be done after hours of normal operations, we can accommodate you.
Reviews (19)
Solana Diaz
Oct 31, 2021
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Andrea L.
Oct 22, 2021
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Old clay pipes, broken years ago (maple tree roots, the likely culprit), sewage seeping into the ground under the street ... not pretty when the rains came and we couldn't run the washing machine and take a shower on the same day for fear of runoff backing up into our shower. Pipe Spy to the rescue (although they're busy -- a big job like this doesn't happen quickly) and here we are in our first full rain of the year and all systems are GO! Heiko and his team were always clean, polite, cooperative, and responsive. They did a GREAT job rerouting the traffic on our busy street during
Patrick R.
Sep 14, 2021
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Todd B.
Sep 02, 2021
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Pipe Spy does not provide required 24 hrs notice on street for necessary car removal to access main sewer line,
Although working on Perkins Street, Oakland all week from 8/30 - 9/3/21 the crew simply moved No Parking sidewalk signs an hour before work began each day to the necessary location.
Neighbors spoke to "crew supervisor" along with his support staff requesting prior days notice so they could comply. His response was "not my job".
Although working on Perkins Street, Oakland all week from 8/30 - 9/3/21 the crew simply moved No Parking sidewalk signs an hour before work began each day to the necessary location.
Neighbors spoke to "crew supervisor" along with his support staff requesting prior days notice so they could comply. His response was "not my job".
John G.
Aug 02, 2021
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Our 117-year-old house has complicated sewer laterals to the main house, the cottage, and the spa. Paul Cooper and his crew were prompt, thorough, and highly professional to map and analyze our system, find a lateral clogged by roots, clear the problem, and give us guidance about how to maintain our system and anticipate future problems.
Rosalie E.
Jun 28, 2021
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After getting several Private Sewer Lateral Compliance quotes in the area, we decided to go with Pipe Spy due to their professionalism, focus on PSL work (only) and efficiency. From the initial in person inspection by Sonny to the detailed follow up by him and the team at Pipe Spy (including sewer lateral maps, additional visit in person to go over our questions), we knew we were in good hands. Sonny and the Pipe Spy team (Lynsey is fantastic) responded to all our questions and calls and reassured us that even they were booking 6-8 weeks out for PSL work, our PSL compliance would be done before
T. W.
May 25, 2021
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Working with Pipe Spy was a really great experience. Our HOA needed to replace an exterior sewer lateral, while we needed to find a separate plumbing contractor for an interior line replacement too. For the exterior sewer lateral, Sonny B., the Pipe Spy estimator came out, ran a series of video cameras and did all of the exterior diagnostic work. He explained what he'd found and gave us a really fair price, with a detailed line item estimate. Last week, when the work began, the Pipe Spy team was all hands on deck. They were strategic about how they attacked the sewer line replacement..
Karen M.
May 21, 2021
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Rob L.
May 17, 2021
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Excellent work. Replaced ~120 LF of sewer line using the pipe burst & trenchless method. Everything went smoothly. Had to be careful about a gas line at one of the pits - no problems. Conscientious about the quality of work and appreciate the clean-up and restoration of disturbed areas. There are disturbed areas, mostly landscaped areas, but the trenchless method reduces it significantly. Got 4 bids for this project and Pipe Spy was the highest bid; #2 bidder was close in price. Pipe Spy specializes in this work and it shows and I'm glad I went with them.
Elizabeth M.
Apr 07, 2021
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Colin Hardman
Dec 09, 2020
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We'd just moved into our apartment and began experiencing problems with the water heater and leaking pipes in the kitchen and bathroom. We called Pipe Spy and while they only offer sewer services, Paul came out and checked on things for us anyway. He was so knowledgeable and generous with the information he shared. He made sure we were safe and referred us to a local general plumber who came out the next day and fixed all the issues within a couple of hours. We're so grateful to have had him stop by. We now know who to call for sewer issues if we ever need them. Thanks Pipe Spy!
Alejandra C.
Nov 23, 2020
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Nina V.
Oct 19, 2020
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Megan D.
Oct 06, 2020
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Pipe Spy are the best contractors that we've ever worked with. They replaced our entire sewer lateral in September of 2020. Sonny and his crew made it so easy for us to get this major improvement taken care of. We simply called, said hello when they arrived, said bye when they left, and received our certificate from EBMUD at the end. Pipe Spy even improved everything they demolished and replaced, including our sewer clean out, sidewalk, and landscaping. They even removed some unsightly asphalt as a favor. The cost of the job was completely inline with what we expected. We highly recommend
Clara B.
Sep 28, 2020
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Pipe Spy did our sewer lateral a few years ago and they've fixed a few things here and there on our 100+ year old house.
They've been super easy to work with, very professional and transparent with the work they did.
They were quick, efficient, honest, reliable and pleasant, I wouldn't call anyone else.
They've been super easy to work with, very professional and transparent with the work they did.
They were quick, efficient, honest, reliable and pleasant, I wouldn't call anyone else.
Spencer Doro
Aug 01, 2020
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Two gentleman from this company came to do some work near my residence. Three weeks prior the city came out and worked on the sewer on the street outside, but put the manhole cover back in such a way that cars driving it over it now made it thud. City refused to help or even acknowledge the issue! I saw the two Pipe Spy guys, ran out, and let them know what was happening. They knew exactly what I was talking about, were super friendly, and made sure the cover now does not thud when cars go over it. I couldn't be happier! Very professional and polite!
John E.
Jul 15, 2020
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Pipe Spy is an organized, efficient, and focused company. They were a pleasure to deal with and offer an important service at a reasonable price.
While repairing a redwood deck, the sewer clean-out was uncovered and it seemed like a good time to inspect the lateral. A quick phone call to Pipe Spy and Alex was able to schedule an inspection in just a few days, which was very helpful in not slowing down the deck contractor's work.
Heiko arrived on schedule, did the video inspection and showed us what he was finding on the video screen. As suspected, the original 100 year-old terra cotta sewer
While repairing a redwood deck, the sewer clean-out was uncovered and it seemed like a good time to inspect the lateral. A quick phone call to Pipe Spy and Alex was able to schedule an inspection in just a few days, which was very helpful in not slowing down the deck contractor's work.
Heiko arrived on schedule, did the video inspection and showed us what he was finding on the video screen. As suspected, the original 100 year-old terra cotta sewer
Antonio M.
Jun 22, 2020
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I am a local Realtor that contracted Pipe Spy to replace a sewer Lat. They are awesome and responsive! Buyer had a clog the other day, Paul sent a crew out within an hr and determined it was the City of Oakland's system that was bagged up. Paul gave me numbers of who to call...they came out and my clients are happier than ever.
Paul also checked back with me to ensure all was handled by the city...great follow-up...great client service!
I highly recommend
Paul also checked back with me to ensure all was handled by the city...great follow-up...great client service!
I highly recommend
Kevin R.
Mar 21, 2019
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