Tunneling Repair in San Antonio, TX

When a San Antonio, TX homeowner started experiencing serious drainage problems, they called Rapid Plumbing.

The Problem: Heavy Root Intrusion in the Drain System

Our team was called out to a residential property on the southwest side of San Antonio, TX. After a thorough inspection, we identified heavy root intrusion in the building drain system near the master bathroom. Left untreated, this type of damage can lead to complete pipe failure and sewage backups.

Our Solution: Underground Tunneling & Full Drain Repair

Rather than tearing up flooring or landscaping, our crew accessed the damaged building drain system by creating an access hole on the right side of the home near the master bathroom. We then tunneled 33 linear feet underground to reach the affected area, a technique that minimizes disruption to your property while giving us full access to make lasting repairs.

Once inside, our plumbers ran a new trunk line servicing both the master bathroom and hall bathroom. We used Schedule 40 PVC pipe and shielded couplings rated for underground use - the same high-quality materials specified in our original estimate - to ensure a repair built to last.

During the job, we also discovered a broken toilet drain beneath the hall bathroom and chipped out the beam to repair it properly. To protect the home's structural integrity, an engineer on site requested the installation of 2 piers, which our team completed before closing up.

After final approval from the engineer, the tunnel was backfilled with native soil and the site was restored.

Why San Antonio Homeowners Trust Rapid Plumbing

At Rapid Plumbing, we handle the full scope of underground plumbing repairs in San Antonio and surrounding areas - from diagnosis to engineer coordination to final inspection. We use proven materials, transparent estimates, and stand behind every repair we make.

If you're dealing with slow drains, root intrusion, or suspect underground pipe damage at your San Antonio home, contact Rapid Plumbing today for an honest assessment and expert repair.