Licensed, insured excavation for sewer lines, water lines, and underground utilities — serving homeowners across Hartford, Tolland & Litchfield Counties.
Excavation Services
When a sewer line fails or a water line springs a leak underground, the fix isn't cosmetic — it means opening up the ground to reach the pipe. SJT Plumbing provides complete sewer line excavation and water line excavation services for homeowners throughout West Suffield and the surrounding Hartford, Tolland, and Litchfield County communities.
From locating and marking underground utilities to trenching, shoring, pipe replacement, and full site restoration, our crew handles every stage of the excavation process in-house. We operate our own excavation equipment, which means faster scheduling and one accountable team from the first shovel of dirt to the final backfill.
Whether you're dealing with a collapsed clay sewer pipe, a corroded galvanized water line, a slow leak under your driveway, or a new utility connection for an addition, we'll give you a clear, upfront estimate before any digging begins.
Warning Signs
Underground pipe problems rarely announce themselves clearly. If you notice any of the following, it's worth having your sewer or water line inspected before a small problem becomes a major repair:
How It Works
We call 811 (Call Before You Dig) and mark all utilities before breaking ground.
We open the trench to the exact pipe and shore it for safety on every job.
We repair or replace the sewer or water line with durable, code-compliant materials.
Every line is inspected and tested before it goes back in the ground.
We backfill properly and restore your yard, driveway, or landscaping.
Our Work
Why Choose Us
Fully licensed, bonded, and insured excavation crews.
Clear, no-obligation pricing before any digging begins.
Available for urgent sewer & water line failures.
In-house excavation equipment means faster scheduling.
Common Questions
Cost depends on trench depth and length, soil conditions, the material being replaced, and whether driveway, landscaping, or hardscape restoration is needed. We provide free, no-obligation on-site estimates so you know the full cost before any work begins.
Most municipalities in Hartford, Tolland, and Litchfield Counties require a permit for this type of work. We handle the permitting process and coordinate utility mark-outs through Call Before You Dig (811) on every project.
A straightforward residential job typically takes 1-3 days, including locating, excavation, pipe replacement, inspection, and backfill. Longer runs, deep frost lines, or hardscape restoration can extend the timeline.
Yes. We perform sewer and water line excavation year-round, including winter months, and account for frozen or deeply frosted ground when scheduling and estimating cold-weather projects.
Slow or backed-up drains, soggy or sunken yard areas, unusually lush patches of grass, low water pressure, discolored water, rising water bills, and visible pipe corrosion are all common warning signs.
Where We Work
Based in West Suffield, SJT Plumbing provides sewer and water line excavation to homeowners throughout Hartford, Tolland, and Litchfield Counties.
Call today for a free estimate, or request a quote and we'll get back to you promptly.
