Utility Repair Services
Safe, code-compliant fixes for water, sewer, storm, and electric service lines
When a utility fails, every hour matters. Mr. G’s delivers utility repair services that diagnose the problem quickly, protect your property, and restore service with code-compliant methods. From water leaks and collapsed sewer laterals to crushed driveway culverts and damaged electric conduits, we combine careful locating, precise trenching, and quality materials with tidy surface restoration—so your system works and your site looks good when we’re done.
What we repair
- Water service lines: Leak detection, service renewals, meter box resets, pressure tests, and trenchless or open-cut replacement.
- Sewer laterals and cleanouts: Spot repairs, root intrusions, sag fixes, new cleanouts, and post-repair flow testing.
- Storm lines and inlets: Collapsed sections, separated joints, inlet resets, and culvert repairs with proper bedding and outlet protection.
- Electric/communications conduit (exterior): Conduit breaks between service and structure, sleeve installs, and depth corrections (in coordination with your electrician/provider).
- Culverts and cross-drains: Pipe resets or upsizing under drives/roads, with geotextile bedding and riprap outlet protection to prevent washouts.
Our repair process
- Assessment and utility locates
We investigate symptoms (slow drains, wet areas, sinkholes, recurring clogs) and call in public locates. Where needed, we coordinate private locates for on-site lines like well, septic, electric to outbuildings, and low-voltage. - Confirm the cause
Using cleanouts, dye, or camera inspections (if available), we pinpoint leaks, sags, root intrusions, collapsed sections, or broken joints so we excavate only where required. - Access and protection
We set ground protection mats, define haul paths, and fence sensitive areas. Silt controls go in if soils will be open during rain. - Precision excavation
We spot-dig to verify line depth, then trench to spec. In tight spaces we use compact machines and hand tools to protect landscaping, slabs, and other utilities. - Code-compliant repair
- Water: Copper/PEX service renewals, proper fittings, tracer wire where required, pressure test prior to backfill.
- Sewer: SDR-rated pipe, proper slope, solvent-welded or gasketed joints, cleanouts added as specified, flow test on completion.
- Storm/culvert: Bedding with clean stone, non-woven geotextile separation in soft soils, correct cover, and armored outlets.
- Conduit: Depth and sleeve standards per AHJ; coordinate pull strings and hand-off to your licensed electrician/provider.
- Backfill and compaction
Backfill in lifts with moisture conditioning and compaction to prevent settlement—especially under drives, patios, and sidewalks. - Surface restoration
Replace base, gravel, or topsoil; re-crown drives; seed and blanket disturbed lawns; and broom-clean hard surfaces so the repair blends in. - Verification and documentation
We pressure/flow test where applicable and provide before/after photos on request. You’ll receive clear notes on what was repaired and any maintenance steps.
Materials and methods that last
- SDR-35/PVC for gravity sewer, Schedule 40/SDR for storm runs as specified, and copper/PEX for water services per local standards.
- Clean #57 stone bedding and non-woven geotextile in soft ground to prevent fines from pumping into the pipe zone.
- Tracer wire and detectable tape on buried non-metallic lines where required.
- Riprap outlet protection and energy dissipation at storm discharges to stop erosion.
- Compaction in lifts and proof-rolling under traffic areas to reduce future settlement.
Common problems we solve
- Wet spots in the yard near the meter or route of the water service
- Recurring sewer backups, foul odors, or cleanout overflows
- Sinkholes or soft ground over old utility paths
- Driveways or yards washing out because a culvert settled or collapsed
- Conduit breaks discovered during landscape or fence work
Why choose Mr. G’s for utility repairs
- Locate-first discipline minimizes excavation and saves landscaping
- Code-compliant repairs that pass inspection the first time
- Clean restoration of lawns, beds, and hard surfaces
- Integrated site work if you also need drainage, grading, or culvert upgrades
- Clear pricing with scope, materials, and any restoration allowances spelled out
Pricing, scheduling, and what affects them
Cost depends on depth, length, access, soil conditions, and surface restoration. Unknowns—like additional breaks, rock, or groundwater—can influence duration and price. We communicate findings in real time, propose practical fixes, and proceed only with your approval. Emergency slots are available for active leaks or sewer backups.
Simple care plan after repair
- Water service: Check meter box area for dampness the first week; insulate exposed portions before winter.
- Sewer: Avoid flushing wipes or grease; consider a 2–3 year jetting cycle if you have mature trees or clay soils.
- Storm/culvert: Keep inlets/outlets clear; inspect after heavy storms and top up riprap if fabric shows.
Need fast, clean utility repair? Call (573) 473-8438 for an assessment and free quote.
FAQs: Utility Repair
Can you find the leak or blockage without digging up my whole yard?
Yes. We start with locates, test points, and camera/dye checks (when access allows) to narrow the problem. Then we spot-excavate just the failure zone, which keeps restoration small and costs down.
Will you handle permits and inspections?
Where required, we coordinate permits and schedule inspections. Repairs are built to local code with approved materials and testing so approvals are straightforward.
What if my sewer line keeps clogging from roots?
We can perform a spot repair and add a cleanout for future maintenance, or replace the root-intruded section with modern pipe and gasketed joints. Pairing this with periodic jetting prevents repeat backups.
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