Tree Root Removal for Your Sewer Line
Drain Bros removes invasive roots at the source with powerful equipment and years of experience, restoring full flow and helping keep tree roots from coming back.
How do tree roots get into sewer lines?
Roots are relentless. They're drawn to the water and nutrients inside your sewer line, and they'll squeeze through the smallest crack or loose joint to get in. Once inside, they grow into dense masses that trap debris, slow your drains down, and eventually block the line or crack the pipe.
At Drain Bros, we specialize in diagnosing root intrusion and clearing it thoroughly. Using camera inspection to see exactly what's going on and the right removal method for the job, we get your line flowing again and give you honest options for keeping roots out for good.
How we approach root intrusion
Root intrusion differs from an ordinary clog and requires a more thorough approach. We always start with a video camera inspection to assess the extent of the intrusion, locate entry points, and evaluate the overall condition of your pipe.
Root problems most often occur in older sewer lines made of clay or cast iron, at pipe joints and connections, in cracked or shifted pipe sections, and near mature trees and large shrubs.
To clear roots, we use the right tool for the situation. A heavy-duty auger with root-cutting blades slices through the root mass, restoring flow. For a deeper, longer-lasting result, hydro jetting scours the entire pipe wall, cutting, flushing, and clearing roots along with the debris they've trapped.
Because roots regrow, clearing them once is rarely the whole story. After removal, we walk you through what the camera revealed and offer honest options, from routine maintenance jetting to preventive treatments and repairs.
Benefits of working with us
Professional root removal protects your entire sewer system. Here’s how:
- Restored flow: We cut through and flush out the root mass to get your line moving freely again.
- Root-cause diagnosis: Camera inspection shows exactly where roots are entering and whether the pipe is damaged.
- Prevents major damage: Clearing roots promptly helps avoid the cracked pipes, collapses, and costly repairs they cause over time.
- Longer-lasting results: Hydro jetting removes roots and trapped debris completely, delaying regrowth far longer than a quick cut.
- A clear plan forward: We give you honest, practical options to keep roots from taking over again.
How our process works
Here's how we handle the entire root removal process:
- Assessment: We review your symptoms and confirm roots are the likely cause.
- Camera inspection: We run a video camera down the line to locate the intrusion, identify entry points, and check pipe condition.
- Root removal: Using a root-cutting auger or hydro jetting, we clear the roots and flush out the debris.
- Verification: A follow-up camera pass confirms the line is clear and reveals any underlying pipe damage.
- Prevention plan: We recommend maintenance or treatment options to slow regrowth and protect your line in the long term.
Who we help
Root intrusion affects all kinds of properties across Utah, and we help them all:
- Homeowners with mature trees whose roots have found their way into the sewer line.
- Older homes with aging clay or cast-iron pipes prone to cracks and loose joints.
- Homeowners facing recurring backups that keep returning, no matter how often they’re cleared.
- Landlords and property managers protecting their buildings from root-related damage.
- Commercial properties where root intrusion threatens costly downtime.
If your drains keep backing up and there are trees on your property, roots are a likely culprit and exactly what we're built for.
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Areas we serve
Drain Bros proudly provides root removal services to homeowners and businesses throughout Utah, including Salt Lake City, Provo, Orem, Sandy, West Valley City, Ogden, Lehi, and the surrounding communities. As a local team, we understand Utah's older sewer infrastructure and mature landscaping, and the root problems they create.
Stop fighting recurring backups with Drain Bros
Tree roots only get worse the longer they're left alone. Get thorough, professional root removal and a real prevention plan from a team that finds the cause and fixes it right.
We’re available for scheduled service, preventive maintenance, and emergency backups.
Why trust Drain Bros?
Drain Bros is a licensed, bonded, and insured Utah plumbing company. Our technicians are trained and background-checked. They have professional-grade cameras, root-cutting augers, and hydrojetting equipment designed to handle even severe root intrusion. We’re committed to fixing the real problem every time.
