Drains & SewersSewer Repair
Targeted spot repairs that fix the failure without replacing the whole line.
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Cast Iron Pipe Replacement
Replace corroded cast iron drain lines that cause backups, odors, and slow drains.
- Licensed & Insured
- Upfront Pricing
- Clean Workmanship
Cast Iron Pipe Replacement for your home
Most San Diego homes built before the mid-1970s were drained with cast iron. After 50-plus years, the inside of that pipe scales, channels, and rusts through — which shows up as repeat backups, sewer odor, and drains that slow down again weeks after being snaked.
We camera the line first, show you the footage, and scope only what actually needs replacing — a single failed section, a full under-slab run, or the sewer lateral to the city main.
Common problems we fix
- Recurring backups that snaking only fixes temporarily
- Sewer gas odor inside the home
- Cracked, flaking, or bellied cast iron sections
- Root intrusion at deteriorated joints
- Rust staining or seepage at drain penetrations
Signs you need cast iron pipe replacement
- Multiple fixtures draining slowly at once
- Gurgling toilets or floor drains
- Repeat clogs in the same line every few months
- Home built before 1975 with original drains
Our process
- 1Camera inspectionWe record the full line and show you exactly where the cast iron has failed.
- 2Scope and optionsSpot repair, full replacement, or lining — with the tradeoffs and cost of each explained.
- 3Careful accessContained work areas, drop cloths, and the smallest opening the repair allows.
- 4Replace and verifyNew ABS or cast iron installed to code, then re-cameraed and flow-tested before we close up.
Why choose Plumbing Goose
Professional Workmanship
Every joint, strap, and fitting is installed to code and built to last, not patched to get through the week.
Honest Recommendations
We show you what we find and explain repair versus replacement so the decision is yours, not a sales script.
Clear Communication
Arrival windows, findings, pricing, and next steps in plain language — before the work starts.
Respect For Your Home
Shoe covers, drop cloths, contained work areas, and a cleanup that leaves the space better than we found it.
Quality Materials
Professional-grade fixtures, valves, and piping from manufacturers that stand behind their warranties.
Clean Installations
Straight pipe runs, proper supports, accessible shutoffs — plumbing you would not mind showing off.
Cast Iron Pipe Replacement FAQs
How long does cast iron drain pipe last?
Typically 50 to 75 years. Most San Diego homes with original cast iron are at or past that window.
Do you have to break the slab?
Not always. Where the layout allows, we reroute overhead or line the existing pipe instead of opening the slab.
Can you replace just the bad section?
Yes, when the camera shows the rest of the line is sound. We do not sell full replacement when a spot repair will hold.
Cast Iron Pipe Replacement in your neighborhood
We provide cast iron pipe replacement to homeowners throughout our local service area, including:
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