Alina W.

06/12/2021 12:00:00 SA

I needed my water line replaced in my old house in midtown. My water line goes through my neighbors yard all the way to the alley so I knew it was going be really expensive to replace. I was dealing with another company for 2 months and decided to get a couple of other quotes. I am SO glad that I called Affordable Trenchless! They came out the same day I called for an estimate (it was free!) I ended up getting 5 estimates and they beat the next lowest price by almost $2,500! Ryan was super cool and even fixed my fence latch. If you have a large job do - yourself a favor and give them a call to get a quote. My only regret is that I didn't call them first! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Brandon E.

05/09/2023 12:00:00 SA

Came back from a weekend trip to a plugged sewer line. Brent was able to come over within an hour of calling and helped to get things moving again. 10/10 service

Terri M.

1/20/2022

Ryan, from Affordable, is a very knowledgeable, considerate and honest plumber. During our remodeling, our toilet plumbing was backing up into the tub. Our general contractor sent a plumbing company over and they snaked and camera snaked our cleanout pipe. They showed us how the pipe was snapped in two at two places and how the sides of the pipe were deteriorating. The estimate was $30,000. But they checked with their boss and he was willing to give us a huge discount of $12,000 cuz we're such nice people. Hmm... red flag!
I called Affordable and Ryan came out the next morning, camera snaked the pipe. Nothing cracked or broken. The triangular diverter was clogged. He unclogged it.
What an honest, trustworthy person! And very nice, too!
I'll be filing a complaint with the BBB about the other company. Beware! Before agreeing to spend thousands of dollars, do a yelp and BBB search on the company!
If I can get the video from Affordable, I will update this review to show what the actual problem/clog was.

K A.

3/23/2021

Ryan was very helpful and is extremely honest. He really takes pride in always doing what is best for his customers.

K S.

01/06/2023 12:00:00 SA

Brent came to my house to check the possible issue in the sewer line on time. he worked with me to show me what was in the sewer line and explained every step of the work, so, I can understand it clearly. after inspection, he also explained to me how to proceed for next and further steps.

he did everything what I was expected less than an hour.
This was second time (2 different location) I got help from them and so nice to work with them. I will ask them again if I have any sewer issues.

Dick W.

12/16/2016

Such an amazing company with helpful polite workers. I had talked to 3 other plumber quoting me a thousand dollars or 750 and then called this amazing company. They went out of there way to come after hours the same day to help me out for my issue which was a flooding pipe of my backyard. They fixed it and it all my water worked even better then before and all that a hundred bucks. Bravo and thanks so much- dick woolery

Kia E.

5/18/2021

I couldnt be happier with the service. We got so many quotes for replacing our main sewer line. But this company was so great, Brent, Ryan and Andrew were so amazing. As a women I felt so respected and they gave me a fair price and got everything fixed in less than half of a day! Highly recommend. Ryan came after and made sure we were taken care of! Thank you!

Angie B.

2/13/2022

Ryan is an honest plumber in Sacramento. Will shoot you straight and quotes lower than most others.

Peter M.

7/28/2015

Excellent. Ryan and his crew have done two jobs for me. On a follow up due to a tenant clogging the drain they responded quickly and solved the problem. Highly recommended. I own several rental properties and have a lot of experience with contractors etc. Ryan is on my list of always use and refer to friends, etc

Teri W.

11/27/2018

Hey Yelp reader: Do not hesitate using this company! From the initial call to the service provided, they were friendly, thorough and less expensive than the several others I contacted. As a landlord, I keep a plumber, an electrician, a painter, AC repair and others bookmarked. They can be real heroes in a time of need. My plumber moved and now I will be calling this company. I believe that Brent runs the shop. I found him to be punctual, smart and honest. Thanks for reading.

Jaclyn A.

7/20/2019

I contacted Affordable Trenchless and spoke to Ryan, I appreciated that he took the time to listen to my concerns about our water line issues even with a full busy schedule. We have been having issues for a couple years, cracked water pipes and leaks in our driveway. 1st time was a repair through another company and 2nd time it happened again, my husband started cutting into the concrete and digging to find the leak. Fortunately he was able to replace the pvc pipe but then it happend a 3rd time. Our driveway looks similar to a dog digging up several areas in the dirt to hide their bones. Needless to say we needed a permanent repair and fast. We could not be without water and an increasing water bill. Ryan gave us different options to repair and replace our water line. We ended up going with the trenchless water line replacement option. Ryan and his team stopped by to mark the lines being careful not to cut into the gas or sewer line, came back out and completed the replacement on a Saturday all while keeping us up to date on the repairs.

Another trenchless company came in at almost double the amount we paid. It did take them some time to get out to us which I was forewarned before I agreed to the repairs, I can understand and see why because of their workmanship so their schedule fills up very quickly.

Kathy O.

9/21/2020

I had been told by my regular plumber that my sewer pipe needed to be lined to prevent roots from blocking the line. He recommended Affordable Trenchless because they had equipment that his company didn't have.

I called Affordable Trenchless and Ryan checked the pipe with a camera. He said my pipe was in good shape. He gave me a container of foaming root killer and said that it would take came of one root that could cause me problems in the future. He didn't charge me anything for checking out my pipes or for the root killer. Plus he saved me big bucks by telling me my pipes were fine. It doesn't get much better than that!

Linda M.

11/07/2019 12:00:00 SA

Brent came over to check my trenchless sewer line. Timely visit & he used the camera to ID the problem very quickly & explained the problem in a clear & concise manner. Good job Brent! Thank you!

Anthony P.

7/24/2023

Asked for a quote on replacing our sewer line and they added a whole ejection pump system that has never been a problem.

The problem is that the current pipe is that Orangeburg junk. Not any lack of flow.

Brent refused to break down the costs between the actual pipe replacement and the whole digging of a pit, installing this pump we don't need. Said The quote is the quote duh

Apparently pulled the number out of his You-know-what.

We moved on.

Chris C.

06/02/2015 12:00:00 SA

We did quite a bit of shopping around for sewer line replacement, and the aptly named Affordable Trenchless was the lowest bid by several hundred dollars.

We were very happy with the service provided by their construction workers and also their office staff. They did a great job of backfilling and cleaning up the work site.

They were also able to replace the sewer line under our sidewalk without breaking it, which none of the other companies we talked to were even willing to consider.

Overall A+ I wish more contractors were like Affordable Trenchless. If they did windows and roofs too I would never call anyone else.

Riley K.

10/25/2021

These guys rock! They did a mainline spot repair for me in September 21'. After the huge record breaking rain happened over the weekend in October 21' I noticed some areas in my yard that settled near the mainline which is typical, but it was a concerning amount. I thought I might have had a mainline collapse. They came right out after I called to inspect the line where they did the work and even inspected outside of the original scope of work. The owner of the company is the one who came to my door! Fortunately, no mainline break and I have peace of mind. This is how business is done. I will be a repeat customer if I need any plumbing work done.

Alison D.

9/28/2016

I have an old home built in the '50s. There is a spill way when the main sewer line clogs and the sewage comes out on the side of my home. I left a couple of messages and Tiffany returned my call. Upon explaining my situation that has left me unable to use the only two bathrooms downstairs, she placed me on hold. Whomever she spoke to informed that I should contact Sac County first to determine if it is there issue or mine. It turned out it was the counties. I am giving them this 5 star rating because they were not trying to send me to the cleaners and more obviously, they know there stuff just from what was described. I will use them in the future for any other plumbing issue.

John W.

5/24/2021

Fast, reliable, honest and polite! Ryan came to my house this morning and gave me an honest assessment. After inspecting my line he assured me that I did NOT need to replace anything. Not only did he take time for my appointment, scope my line and not have to do anything, he gave me a $10 gift card for Starbucks! This is a great owner/operator! We all know time is money and he didn't charge me a dime! Affordable Trenchless will be the company I recommend to anyone who asks!
Thanks Ryan!

Becca H.

3/29/2023

You must call these guys! We called rooter hero for a pipe clogged with grease and they were quoting us thousands of dollars. We called affordable Trenchless and they came out, told us what to do and fixed the issue for hundreds, not thousands. They didn't even charge for their initial visit to scope anything out. Hands down will use them again and refer the. To everyone I know. They are thorough and honest. I wish every company ran like this one.

Angela M.

10/31/2016

Affordable Trenchless is my go to company for sewer inspections and sewer work. I know I will get an honest opinion and a fair bid when work is needed. Just recently, in representing a Seller in a Real Estate Transaction, the Buyer had another company inspect the Sewer and they recommended the Sewer be replaced and the bid was over $9000 even though they said the sewer was operable. Affordable Trenchless did their own inspection and said they did not think replacement was called for and bid $1000 to clean the line and put in a two way clean out. May have saved the deal!

Jolanne T.

3/16/2021

It is so wonderful to find a reliable and trust worthy plumbing company. Ryan and Mike saved me BIG BUCKS today. I was told yesterday by The Trenchless Company my 2 sewer line needed to be replaced. $12,000.00 was quoted. WOW!

I was referred to Ryan & Brent of Affordable Trenchless by some friends. THANK GOD! Ryan, Jacob (intern) and Mike came out and took a look at my sewer lines. They didn't find anything wrong.

Mike had me watch the camera screen as he scoped the line and gave me a thorough explanation of what he saw and didn't see. When I told him that last week was the third time I had to have the line snaked in less than two years, I thought something was wrong with the line. He gave me a detailed explanation for this as well.

I cannot thank them enough. No charge either! He wouldn't even take money for lunch or gas! I even offered a free golf lesson! I think Ryan said Brent golfs.

It's always a great idea to get a few quotes, but now, knowing this company is honest and reliable, I do not need to.

Thank you again, Ryan and Mike.

Chris Z.

7/13/2021

I've used Affordable Trenchless on a few occasions and I've been happy every time. I first called them two years ago and Ryan sent out a professional crew who hydro-jetted the pipes in our 110 year old home in Curtis Park. They put a pipe camera down with a hydro-jetter so they knew exactly where the root intrusion was and could clean the area thoroughly. They also provided me with a solution to flush that helps kill any present roots after the clean-out. They also used a metal detector to let me know exactly where the problem area was located in the event I wanted to replace that section of the pipe. However, replacing that section of the pipe was not necessary because the root intrusion was never a problem again, and it's been over 2 years.

I recently called them back to do the same to another section of our pipes where there's a separate bad root intrusion and Ryan came out himself with a helper. He took care of the project quickly, was very friendly/professional, and provided me with a discount for being a return client. I would describe his prices as fair and his service/knowledge of the trade exemplary. It's great to find a good old-fashioned, honest, and reliable plumbing company. Call these guys whenever you're having plumbing problems. It might cost a little more than a basic snake clean out but their work lasts much longer. Like any business, you get what you pay for, and the value Affordable Trenchless provides is priceless.

Frankie A.

10/26/2015

First and foremost, these guys were the most upfront and honest dudes I have ever come across in the plumbing business! They really really know what they're talking about and for this, I will never use another plumbing company other than Affordable Trenchless & Pipe Lining ever again.

My grandma (who is 80 years old) was having some problems with her toilets backing up. I figured it was a simple matter of the pipe needing to be snaked. But I don't have that kind of equipment so we decided its better to leave it up to the pros. We called a couple companies and they came out to look at the problem. Bonney Plumbing and Rapid Rooter both told me the entire sewer needed to be replaced. They found that the pipe goes under the driveway to the main so the driveway would need to be jack hammered and replaced too. Already I'm thinking this is going to be a pretty penny, they both quoted me in the 5-6k dollar range for parts and labor. My grandma doesn't have this kind of money so I decided to shop around some more.

A neighbor had mentioned they used Affordable Trenchless before and they were so pleased with their service that they will not do business with anyone else. I gave them a call and sure enough when the guys came out, they camera the sewer and find that a 15 ft section of the pipe is showing signs of tree roots growing through. He showed me on camera exactly where the roots were coming through and said theres no way the entire sewer needed to be replaced. I saw it for myself the rest of the pipe was still in good shape. I told them that my Grandma was tight on money at the moment so replacing that section would have to hold off for a couple months but the guys said no worries, they ended up jetting the pipe with their power washer. This thoroughly cleaned the pipe to buy us a couple months of time before the toilets started backing up again. These guys quoted me less than a 1/4 of the price the other companies were trying to charge me and the driveway wouldn't have to be replaced either. For their honesty and expertise I will not use anyone else for plumbing services ever again.

Many many thanks to these guys at Affordable Trenchless & Pipe Lining

Jenna C.

11/09/2016 12:00:00 SA

Cannot believe how nice it was to have an honest plumber come over and tell me it was root in a small section of the pipe, show me on camera to prove, and remove the blockage- rather than tell me that the main line needs to be replaced as previous plumber did! So glad I got a second opinion. Brent is awesome and I will recommend affordable Trenchless & pipe lining every chance I get!!!

Lloyd L.

8/17/2021

They quickly provided service and communicated the process to us. We had a minor issue with the sewer district owned pipes which was not the companies fault (the sewer districts line was clogged?).
Ryan was was fair in interactions with me and the office staff were extremely helpful in navigating my appointment for service. 10/10 would recommend them for anyone needing service.

Blake A.

07/06/2015 12:00:00 SA

I recently bought my first home, and I am a first time home buyer. It can be scary running into major issues with your home especially if you are new to it. The first time I used the shower in the house, when I came out to the driveway I noticed that the sewer cleanout drain was overflowing down my driveway into the street. I called Mr. Rooter and they came to give me an estimate. Mr. Rooter charged me $300 to snake the pipe and put a camera down there. And then they wanted to charge me to tell me exactly in the yard where there was a problem.

I later heard about Affordable Trenchless and Pipe Lining (aka Y Dig)...and decided to go for a second quote. Mr. Rooter quoted me at $4,000 and told me I needed my entire pipes taken out and have a new trenchless system installed. When Ryan (the owner of Y Dig) came to inspect. He was on time, and snaked the pipe for free with camera. Now THAT is a free estimate. He told me exactly where the problem was, and told me it was an easy fix and that I do not need a trenchless lining. He was professional, honest, and affordable. His company even posts all the videos of the finished work on YouTube. He didn't try and pressure me into spending money, and even suggested various options how I can get it repaired.

I HIGHLY recommend you check them out for your plumbing issues!!

Check my video out that they posted of the repair:

youtu.be/GcqYxauwyrM

Tom R.

6/23/2015

Keep looking. I had them out to replace a corrugated drain line. It was an epic fail. They only had to pull the pipe under 14 feet of concrete. Not only did they crack, break and raise my sidewalk, but they left without finishing the job. I had to contact The Trenchless Company to finish the final 18 feet to the drain. I guess if it's an no brainer kind of job where the machine can do all the work you can take your chances. The owner has a quick temper when things don't go right. Very unprofessional. Most of the reviews mention sewer lines. Maybe they should stick to them and leave the difficult jobs to The Trenchless Company. Call TTC and ask for Dan.

Mike P.

2/14/2020

I used Affordable Trenchless to repair a broken pipe at my home in Sacramento. I priced the repair out with two other locally owned companies but decided to go with Brent Forman from Affordable Trenchless. He is the only honest person I spoke with during the entire process. He was very upfront about the work and his price was significantly better than the competition. I sincerely appreciate dealing with good hard working people and would highly recommend him to anyone.

Anna Vlad B.

7/31/2021

I typically do not leave reviews, however Affordable Trenchless performed a super service which needs a review. It all started with the water company letting me know that I have a leak which after examination became a nightmare that was getting worse. After calling more than 4 companies, Affordable Trenchless came, explained, and I decided that these people really know and explain everything. I signed the contact and they came several days earlier than planned (which is a good thing, because the water is pouring under the concrete). Then we had a bit of an issue with a leaking pipe connection, which after a phone call was solved quickly as well. All I can say that it was a superb job, excellent service, and best price! Highly recommend! Thank you Affordable Trenchless!

Sam A.

10/11/2019 12:00:00 SA

I've used Affordable Trenchless for literally hundreds of sewer inspections. I've received reports from just about every sewer company in Northern California and they are the best. They have always been the most competitive on price and the most thorough in scope. They provide a video link to their camera inspections so that there is no dispute about what the issue is. There is concrete visual evidence for everybody to look at and negotiate over. They also usually provide a few alternative solutions: what will it take to get by for the next several years vs. what will it take for a long-term permanent solution.

They're always accommodating, even in this busy contractor environment and respectful of your time. I would recommend them to my family and best friends. Glad to have them in the community! Keep it up Affordable Trenchless!

Nicole A.

3/23/2015

Working in the world of real estate you come across good and not so great contractors. Affordable Trenchless has exceeded my expectations on multiple occasions. Their office staff, Karen and Jennifer are beyond nice and always accommodating and inspectors, Brent and Ryan know what they are doing! I will never use the other Trenchless company again.

Leah W.

7/21/2022

Ryan came out to assess my drains and main sewer line as I had been previously recommended by a different company to hydrojet my pipes. He showed me the inside of the pipes with a camera and found that there was only one or two clumps of build up, which he was able to jostle free and remove with just the camera.

Given a minor crack or two in the pipes, he recommended against hydrojetting as it would make the cracks worse and advised me on how to clean out my pipes myself. Overall he was knowledgeable, informative and extremely professional and friendly. To top it all off, he didn't even charge me for the visit which I originally scheduled for a hydrojet quote.

Chris C.

02/06/2013 12:00:00 SA

If you live in Midtown/Downtown and have issues with roots, call these guys first. I had a sewage line that was creating a lot of problems due to a root system that had worked its way in and began blocking the flow. Affordable Trenchless was able to isolate the issue and offer a variety of solutions. In the end I had them replace the entire section of pipe that led from my home to the city return since they were willing to do the work for nearly half the cost of what others had quoted me. My neighbors used them a few months later to fix a similar issue and they impressed at both the cost and service as well.

Maddy P.

12/20/2017

I'm a firm believer of praising a company that really has their act together. As a Realtor, I've had the pleasure of meeting up with Ryan at several sewer line inspections. In all my years, I don't think I have found a contractor who has better customer service and communication than this company (and Ryan in particular). At one of my homes where I was representing the buyer, we had issues locating the clean out (so did one of his employees) and Ryan came out personally and found it for us. My client was in a massive time crunch and Ryan was incredibly responsive via text not only letting me know he FOUND the clean out, but also that everything looked great. This was all within an hour at 7am on his last day before Christmas holiday!!! Listen up contractors!! Pay attention to this company and take note of a business run the right way! Thank you Ryan and Affordable Trenchless! You have this Realtors business for life.

Craig N.

3/29/2017

Needed a 2nd opinion and Brent went above and beyond. Came out within a couple of days (it wasn't an emergency), listened to all the back story and answered all my questions about various options. Didn't end up needing a trenchless solution in our case but the fact that didn't try to force their solution just to make the sale was HUGE! I respect people who do their job professionally. Another big firm in the area gave me two very expensive options that both required their trenchless solution. Understandable but still feels like some of the other firms are taking advantage of folks in a bad situation.

They say good karma comes back many fold. Hope that's true for these guys. We were nervous about how to get our house working again but they were professional and didn't take advantage. You rock Brent!

Linda W.

08/03/2016 12:00:00 SA

Very happy with Brent's professional, courteous and fast service. I highly recommend this company.

Jamie A.

8/23/2015

These guys are the best! I recently bought a new house, of course not knowing the sewer cleanout had a root issue. When it backed up the first time, I called another plumbing company. They cleaned it out (so I thought), and quoted me at least $1,000 to install a new cleanout. I decided to call Affordable Trenchless. Brent came out, took a look with his camera, cleaned it out again, and explained the problem much more accurately than the previous company. They quoted me several hundred dollars less, worked with my schedule, and stuck to their word. They offered a great solution to what was a messy, stressful problem. Thanks, Brent!!

Greg M.

07/02/2021 12:00:00 SA

A few years ago I had a sewer line back up. Ryan strongly suggested that I call the County to have them check to see where the blockage was first. Thankfully I listened and it turned out it was part of the main sewer line so no cost to me. Couple of years later my main water line leaked so Ryan had his crew out the next day on a Saturday to do the repair. Recently as I was about to leave on vacation the next day I had another sewer line blockage. Only one I could get to come at a moments notice was a rooter company. He snaked out some roots and said his camera inspection showed a collapsing line. A liner would need to be installed at a cost of $6000. As soon as I got back from vacation I had Ryan come out to give his opinion. After his camera inspection he said call him back early next year and if the roots had created any more issues that all it would need is a HydroJet treatment. Plus had it really needed a liner his charge would have been $4500. It's difficult to find honest people who do quality work for a fair price Ryan is one of those few.

Josh A.

5/27/2021

Yelp describes 5-stars as As good as it gets. Brent at Affordable Trenchless makes it better than as good as it gets. Tiffany, Karen, Ryan an Brent have all been just flat out incredible people to work with over the last 7 or 8 years. Brent is always accommodating to scheduling and will often do anything he can to help. It's not just great customer service and reliable inspections, Affordable Trenchless, and Brent in particular, are a models for having a heart in business. Brent is a guy you want to let stay at your vacation home in Hawaii for free or to borrow your S series Mercedes for the weekend. You can trust him and he always has a big smile on his face. Seriously, if I ever have a kid, his name will be Brent.

Get your sewer Inspections done with Affordable Trenchless and no one else. No take any chances. Get the best Sacramento has to offer.

Harry K.

5/14/2021

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Mr. Ryan Petersen

What a terrible service you tried to provide us...Keep your homophobic comments to yourself.

As a business owner I would recommend listening to your clients. I am not here to play games with you, I definitely do not want to waste our valuable time.

You left a mess in our home and expect us to clean up after you???

Shame on you...

Your leadership is not admired. Be present if you are leading a project. Please pick up your All Purpose Green Cleaner & never show up on my doorstep again!

If you need validation, send your minions who attempted this project and I can call you out!

Timothy A.

8/20/2021

Ryan and his company are amazing. My wife said he was a knight in shining armor after he rescued us and our home from a broken sewer main and root intrusion issues here in a 100 year old house in Curtis Park. Frankly, it's been a nightmare for about 5 days after having another company come out and roto-rooter the line which helped for a full day before we had an overflow situation into the master bedroom and tubs. Ryan is just a super cool, plain spoken, good person who took the time to educate us on longer term options while fixing the immediate issue at a reasonable price. I highly recommend him and his company.

Craig J. T.

10/11/2019 12:00:00 SA

As a Realtor I love using Affordable Trenchless for my buyer's sewer line video inspection, while others are still charging an arm and a leg, they are very very reasonable.

Bryce G.

8/30/2022

Brent Forman came to my home and quickly proved himself to be one of the best contractors I've worked with. He did a thorough inspection, offered sage advice that came from his years of experience, and an estimate that was way less than I was expecting.

Anything less than a 5-star review would be criminal on my part.

Thanks Brent!

Roger M.

3/26/2018

Affordable trenchless saved our family big! We had a big clog in the shower, low point in the house. They called back quickly and recommend the County come out first and inspect the easement. Turns out this was the correct diagnosis due to tree roots on the street side, saving our family a lot! Thanks Affordable!

Wendy M.

4/25/2013

Super good service. I was really happy. They were easy to schedule with, easy to talk to. The guys who did the work were super nice. Great job.

Scott C.

10/30/2018

I'm so glad we had these guys come out for a second opinion. They gave us an honest diagnosis after their video of our sewer line after another company could not and these guys had a very reasonable quote to follow. I called back immediately and scheduled the repairs to be done right away. Thank you!!!

Kristen P.

05/12/2017 12:00:00 SA

Hired Trenchless to inspect the sewers on our new home. They showed us video of our sewer line and gave us the all clear. Definitely recommend.

Sarah T.

07/05/2021 12:00:00 SA

I have worked with Affordable Trenchless for years now and they are the best out there. I highly recommend.

Jessica W.

6/18/2011

Express Plumbing is a great company! Ryan is professional, always on time, honest and does a great job. As a Realtor I have worked with many different plumbers and there is no one else I'd refer my clients to.

Brian S.

3/16/2022

Ryan came out to my home today to address a problem with my sewer. Very professional, and paid close attention to my concerns. After discussing my problems ( clogging sewer line) he broke out a fiber optic device and inspected the line. To my surprise Ryan gave me great news, my sewer was fine and all it needed was to put on some root killer. This was a great relief as I had already had USA out and was ready to start digging. Ryan gave me a secret potion to kill the roots and did not want to change me for the time and effort that he put out. I insisted that he take a hundred dollars as he just saved me 7 to 10 thousand dollars! Folks, get several bids but make sure to call Ryan first, you won't be sorry.

Nicolas M.

1/13/2022

I wish there were more stars to give. The world needs more people like Ryan. He gave me an honest evaluation of my sewer concluding that I didn't need any work. Whereas the other companies were trying to nickel and dime me quoting me 15k for a sewer line that didn't actually need to be replaced.

So refreshing to have an honest person out there.

Jane T.

10/20/2017

I believe the reviews that they do good work at a good price. However realize it is a small company that can get spread thin. My appointment to get a bid on a major sewer line replacement was re-scheduled 3 times across 3 weeks, in a situation where my tenants had to move out because the line was so bad. I was also informed it would take them a month or so after bid acceptance to do the replacement. I would have liked to work with them, but I don't have the time, and their office wasn't responsive to my needs. High demand is part of success though; it seems everyone who can wait a month or two is happy with their service.

Geia L.

01/09/2021 12:00:00 SA

Brent did an amazing job with our sewer issue. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and worked quickly, we will definitely call him for any other needs. Highly recommended!

Dikla D.

6/20/2012

Ryan came out today to help me with a water main valve issue - He was courteous, polite and quickly fixed my problem. I will definitely call him again in the future!

David M.

6/14/2019

Amazing job. Professional, friendly, and timely. They called ahead and we're able to come out earlier then scheduled. They let me watch as they put a camera in the sewer line and explained everything they saw.

Unlike others we had come out, this company was great at explaining what the risks were and what I could fix myself.

Will definitely call them again.

George M.

8/23/2014

Professional, considerate and honest.

Called them to get my sewer line fixed. They promptly returned calls and came out the next day. They treated us with care and respect and made sure we understood what our sewer problem was and the options for fixing it. They even post video of your sewer line on their website so you can see the issue first hand. They even came out after fixing our sewer line to check on an unusual sound we were hearing. Again they were prompt and even rearranged their schedule to come to our house to address our concerns. FYI, there wasn't an issue. The sound was due to no water in our bathtubs ptrap. Ryan diagnosed it in a couple of minutes and now everything is perfect. I'm very pleased I found these guys. They are doing business the right way and it shows. Great customer service!!

S D.

1/18/2022

I purchased a new home and hired this company to do the sewer inspection. They use the latest technology to inspect the full length of the sewer pipe and even posted the video online so I could see it. They discovered a huge break in the line and did a fantastic job replacing the broken portion. They did a great job returning the landscaping back to the original state after they completed the repair as well as cleaned up all around the area by cleaning off the driveway and returning everything to its original location. The repaired area developed a sink hole with all the rains. I was worried I would have to pay extra for the backfill, but they guarantee their work and came out to assess and repair right of way, free of charge. Super pleased with this company! Fast and honest. Good quality work. Great crew.

Jeremy R.

7/14/2021

This company went above and beyond for some major , as another company put it, under my house.
Brent was fantastic to deal with. Prompt and professional.
When scheduling, I spoke with Karen. She was a professional to say the least. She was able to schedule around my time frame, and when the crew was running a tad late, she called and explained the situation.
When the crew showed, Ryan, who appears to be in charge, was so sorry for delaying the service.

As for the major repairs that I had been quoted astronomical amounts of money to fix.
Ryan armed only with a flashlight, and a camera marched under my house with no regards for his safety/health.
After about 15 minutes he had diagnosed the
Major issue.
Not only was the issue a quick and simple fix, Ryan went out of his way to describe problem, repair options, as well as pictures of damage.
After discussing the options, we settled on one.
Ryan went to the fully stocked repair vehicle, grabbed some necessary parts and then went back down under.
Other companies had estimated thousands of dollars in repairs and replacing ALL the rotted out pipes
Ryan not only showed me the lack of rotten pipes, but repaired an air conditioning duct for me too.
He might not have been here very long, but the affordable bill was thousands under the other companies, and for the work he did, in the conditions he did them, I'd have paid more.

I would definitely recommend this company to anyone looking for HONEST repairs.

N. M.

02/03/2023 12:00:00 SA

Ryan, Brent and the whole crew went above and beyond my expectations of service they provided for replacing our old main sewer. They are fast, affordable and reliable. He even took care of my sink clog which is not something that was part of the original work. Great company and very quick. I called three other companies and their quote was just insane compared to them. Added bonus is they have a good relationship with the city so the permit process and inspection was done quickly. Also on their website they have a tutorial for getting quotes from other companies. Can't beat that kind of professionalism!

Angie W.

9/27/2017

After two plumbers and five attempts at snaking on our own...we were two weeks with a clogged main. We couldn't get anyone out for days. Our friend referred us to Affordable Trenchless and they moved us to the top of the work list. Ryan guaranteed that a clean out would be installed that day...and it was! His crew came back out, ran a camera, showed us a video of the clog, and did the work in the same day. Ryan delivered exactly what he said he would. And at a very fair price. My husband is very picky and he said the clean out was perfect. We very much appreciate Ryan and the crew at affordable trenchless.

Steve K.

5/23/2016

With all the excellent reviews on yelp, I didn't think I could go wrong. Good response to setting an appointment with my tenants to look at plumbing leaks under my rental house. Ryan called me a day later to discuss the job in more detail. He said he would call me right back after he looked at his schedule as he was considering returning to the job for a more detailed look. I never heard from them again. If he didn't want the job, a courtesy call to let me know that would have been appreciated. I even left messages at the office for someone to call me back. No reply.

R A.

1/19/2013

We had another company come out a few weeks previously who did a hydrojet of our main line. Unfortunately 2 weeks later we had additional sewage back-up issues and had to have them come out again. They were unable to get the line open again due to large tree roots in our yard and quoted us a new trenchless system for $6600. I called around for second opinons and Ryan and his team came out promptly the next morning. I am pleased to say they were honest, friendly and opened my line up again for just $200. We still have to get the system replaced but this gave us the time to do it right and be sure we were doing what needed to be done. They showed me the video of the line and sent an electronic quote for the future job promptly the next day. Overall very responsive, good hard working people who don't BS you!

Brett F.

2/19/2018

Came out and gave me an estimate for my new drain to the sewer. Very professional and fair estimate. I really appreciated the honesty and service that was provided. I would definitely recommend this company to friends and family and will use them going forward as well. Thanks guys for the great help!

A P.

6/24/2021

Wonderful company to work with! They don't push for unnecessary work and in fact, advocate for starting with less and if that works, great! Also very reasonably priced.

Stan P.

01/09/2023 12:00:00 SA

Affordable's plumbers responded within hours to our request to help with a clogged sewer system. A different plumber who arrived hours earlier was unable to unclog the blockage and thought it was a 'collapsed pipe' issue, but Affordable's team and their stash of specialty tools fixed the problem in minutes! Affordable's team even showed me on their camera system my piping system, and provided recommendations how to maintain sewage open lines. Both of Affordable's plumbers were very nice and explained every step they took, which is consistent with the polite & immediate response we received when call Affordable's office. If you want the pros at a very reasonable price then don't waste your time with others - call in the pros (Affordable Trenchless)!

Susanne E.

11/28/2019

This company is the best! So nice, they even helped to guide my daughter and her car from our twisty driveway. They worked fast and they knew their business.
I'm only sorry I did not use them before.

Sheri G.

9/14/2019

We have an old house with no sewer clean out and mature fruitless mulberry trees with extensive root invasion. There were rumors in our neighborhood that we have Orangeburg pipe which are limited to about 50 years of life and then they suddenly stop working allowing your front yard to become the sewer. We also had slow draining pipes as well.

I asked trenchless for both an estimate to change out our sewer pipe and for a cleanout to be installed. They showed up on time and were very polite and gave me free information about my sewer pipe. Since we had no cleanout at the time he had to go up to our roof to feed his camera through a pipe that I never knew fed through up there. He informed me that my sewer pipe was actually sturdy material and was in fine shape but he would send me an estimate for that anyway. He also said he would send me an estimate to do a full clean out of our pipes and to install a cleanout so we can get regular pipe cleaning because of our mulberry trees. Within one day we had an estimate that was split into one for the change of the sewer pipe and installing a cleanout and the other for the pipe clean out and clean out install only.

The estimate for the sewer pipe and installing a clean out in one job was $5350. The estimate for just the pipe cleaning and installing a clean out was $1325. Since he said our sewar pipe is in good shape from, what he can tell with his camera, we went ahead with the cleaning and the clean out only. The crew showed up with a mini bobcat to dig up our front lawn to get to our pipes and they used a camera in our pipes to ensure that when they did the cleaning of our piping, that they got all of the roots out. They quickly installed the clean out and put everything back where they found it. You could hardly tell that there was a big hole and tractor in my front yard. They were here two hours and work quickly, cleanly and politely.

They invoiced us after the work was done and the cost matched the estimate. They allow you to pay online with a credit card. They take MasterCard Visa Discover and American Express. Or you can call over the phone and give them your credit card number or you can send them a check. We used the online credit card payment and it was easy to use and we got a receipt through the email.

I highly recommend this service provider.

Colleen C.

6/15/2021

Ryan was out promptly to check out a sewer issue and advise as to our
responsibility and the City of Sacramento's. Clarified some important
points and assured us of the steps we needed to take. Good communication, professional.
Was referred to his company by my nephew who had Affordable do a big sewer job on his large property and was very impressed with not only the reasonable price but quality of work.
Did not charge me for his consult but would definitely call them if needed.

Rob R.

3/29/2018

Very quick and affordable. Had another company want to charge me $500 more than affordable. I will continue to use them if needed in the future!

Trey W.

1/16/2023

My experience with Affordable Trenchless was excellent from the start. They were the business that did the sewage inspection for a home I recently purchased. When I got in contact with them to ask for further information about their findings, they made the time to meet with me in person to talk about their assessment and rerun the snake at their own cost because they value their quality of service. I was dealing with main line blockage that had made my single bathroom unusable, and Affordable Trenchless wiggled me into their busy schedule. The staff that came on site was on time, courteous, thorough, and informative. Small businesses like this are not a dime a dozen, especially when it comes to sewage and plumbing services. If I need further help down the road, I will go right back to them.

Tracie F.

5/14/2018

Highly recommend! Brent came out and did a second opinion on our sewer lines. He helped to confirm what we already suspected about our prior company (US) in a kind and helpful way. Great communication, not an alarmist, personable and like the name says, affordable! I will definitely recommend Affordable Trenchless to my clients in the future. So great to find an honest & trustworthy sewer company!
Update ~ Brent did an inspection for my client and gave her the diagnosis, recommendations, options, honest timelines and in no way pressured her. Extremely helpful. You've earned al my future business. After a horrible experience with the worst company in the area, I now will only deal with the best!

Ken S.

8/14/2021

Ryan the owner of this company Has done many main water line fours for me. Always squeezed me in the schedule always a fair price always got the job done. This will always be the company I use and I suggest anybody uses him if they have a plumbing need a trench the sewer a new waterline to be bored etc. thanks Ryan

Don R.

4/16/2012

Express Plumbing did a great job on our sewer inspection for our new house. They were friendly and efficient from the first phone call through to the received report. They talked us through the inspection, explaining what we were seeing on the video camera and gave us some great advice too without any pressure to up sell. I would highly recommend them to everyone.

Kelly C.

03/09/2022 12:00:00 SA

They did a good job of hydro cleaning of our clogged sewer line. Provided a video showing the cleaned out line. He also fixed a slow drain caused by the poor work done by the first service I called. I highly recommend.

Klaus M.

05/04/2016 12:00:00 SA

Outstanding. Would not hesitate to recommend...and I have done just that in many cases.

We needed 85' of sewer line replaced. Ryan was recommended by a realtor who had used him a lot. I did the usual get 3 bids thing. Two of the bids were for trenchless repair; one was to manually dig up the line and replace. I didn't really want the mess of the trench (even though it wasn't under concrete or anything), and that bid was still more than Ryan's. Ryan's bid was nearly half the other trenchless company's bid (or said differently, the other company bid almost twice what Ryan did). I honestly couldn't believe it could be true, but I had no reason to doubt.

They did exactly what they bid; replaced the sewer line; added 2 cleanouts (one at either end); got the permit; got the inspection; and billed me exactly what he said he would.

Rhonda P.

11/30/2022

These guys are AMAZING! We needed repairs done ASAP due to the sale/closing of our house. I talked with Brent, explained our situation and he made it work on our schedule. He totally came through for us! Pipes cracked under our slab, he had about 5 guys out here to get the repair done. All of his guys were so nice, worked so hard! I can't say enough about them! Thank you to all of of you for the hard work and getting our job done so fast!

Rhonda Petrie

Harold H.

10/20/2017

Had Ryan out today to perform an inspection as I wanted a second opinion on my sewer line. Had a Bell Brothers out last week for an inspection after we had a clog. Was told I needed new clean outs and sewer line. Given an $8500 repair estimate. Ryan performed his inspection and felt our line was fine and that we did not need any repair. He did not want to charge me, but I'm sending something his way anyway. Nice to find an honest straight forward professional. If I need work in the future, he'll get the job. Check out his video of our line on YouTube. Search Sewer Inspection #151. Look at the video dated 10/20/17.

Crystal L.

5/23/2019

Used Affordable Trenchless for a home inspection for clients. They did have limited appointment times due to a busy schedule, but were able to accommodate a timeframe we needed. The inspection fee was about $60 less than some competitors I've used! Inspector showed up on time, was friendly and explained things well without making repairs sound scary. I would definitely use them again and recommend their services!

Janet H.

12/28/2014

I wish I could give Affordable Trenchless and Ryan more than 5 stars but I am limited to 5.
I recently received a violation from the county regarding my sewer. They informed me that I needed to repair a problem.
I had called for an estimate from another company that stated they knew exactly what the problem was, did not pass a camera or make a video and gave me an estimate of $4200.
I called Affordable Trenchless and got an appointment in a timely fashion. I was told I didn't even need to be there, Ryan would come and pass a camera and make a video of my sewer line. I heard from Ryan the same day as he made the video and stated that it was the county's sewer line and that he would speak with someone at the county, hopefully get them to view the video or come to the residence and reassess the situation. With a great amount of attention from Ryan, it was deemed to be the county's problem and my sewer line is now fixed.
Ryan, along with Karen, and his crew are very passionate about timely responses, fighting for what is right with the customer and giving a not to exceed price.
I can't say enough good about this company and will pass on this recommendation to friends and family that might have a need.
Thanks Ryan!!

Julie F.

07/08/2021 12:00:00 SA

Ryan and Brent were wonderful! They know their stuff and they don't try to sell you what you don't need. After obtaining two quotes from other plumbing businesses to repair a sewer line with root intrusion, they came in and told us exactly what was wrong and how they could fix it, for less than half the price of the other quotes. They explained exactly what was wrong and just fixed what was needed, nothing else. They are like family now. We will call them everytime!

Aaron C.

8/28/2019

Subpar company at best. I would never recommend this company due to the way we were treated by the owners of this business. At least the work is done and they are out of our lives.

Daniel L.

9/20/2021

I had an issue with roots in my sewer system. Brent scoped the line and provided an honest assessment of the situation. He provided cost effective options on how to move forward.

I would go with them again for future work, 100%.

Todd R.

3/20/2019

Thanks!!! Brent was extremely helpful. He was on time as scheduled to camera my sewer line. He knew exactly what the issue was upon seeing it on the camera, describing exactly what the issue was and how to fix it. I decided to the work myself, but I called him to get some advice on how to make the fix. He answered the phone and took the time to discuss the best way to fix the situation, which was very helpful. He even called back again to see how my fix went. It's hard to find customer service like that now days.
I'm not one to leave 5 stars or generally one to go leave a review but I couldn't leave anything less.

Sherry O.

03/08/2017 12:00:00 SA

I used this company for the first time a couple months ago on one of my escrows and Brent was great! He was very honest and explained the inspection very thoroughly to me. I will now be using him for all my future sewer inspections. Brent gives great service!

Joshua M.

04/02/2019 12:00:00 SA

Ryan stopped by this morning to take a look at our issue. We had a few small, but consistent drips coming from the valve and faucet where our water main went into the house. It's an old house and the pipes look worse for wear, but Ryan's experienced eye understood what was happening right off the bat.

I thought that the section of pipe required replacement, but all that was needed was tightening the packing nuts on both. Wow! Ryan spent 5 minutes with me and solved my issue, while another plumber I had look at the problem quoted me $800 for the replacement.

Needless to say, I'll be reaching out to Ryan in the future for any plumbing concerns I have.

Sindy K.

7/16/2021

Ryan and his team are bar none the Best In the Business. As a real estate professional I have been using their services for over 16 years and they NEVER disappoint! They not only know their business, but are extremely personable and professional from the office staff to all of those in the field. I have never, ever doubted any of their findings or recommendations for remediation and/ or replacement. They are a TOP NOTCH company in my book! I always feel confident referring my clients to them as I know they will treat them with the utmost care, honesty and integrity. They do an amazing job not only at explaining the situation at hand but remedying any problems they discover.

Jose R.

11/09/2022 12:00:00 SA

We had a main line stoppage at our home that we originally tried to get covered through home warranty with no luck. After 3 different plumbers came we finally reached out our real estate agent who recommended Affordable Trenchless & Pipe Lining.

Mike from Affordable came to our home the next day, video inspected our main line and fixed the problem in no more than 30 min. These guys know what they are doing, are reliable and at least in our case were incredibly efficient.

I will definitely be reaching out to them in the future if we ever have any other issues.

Brooke C.

07/11/2018 12:00:00 SA

I have been using Afforable Trenchless for years now. Brent is absolutely amazing! I depend on Afforable Trenchless for all my escrows. In the past, I have had Trenchless companies say there was a problem - when in fact there wasn't a problem -- they were just looking to make some money. I know Brent is going to be honest with my clients and I. Afforable Trenchless has excellent customer service. They are professional, reliable and honest! Brent is the man! Bc

Ameshia A.

05/09/2013 12:00:00 SA

These guys were awesome. Another plumbing service tried to up sell me huge home fixes i did not need at a really high price. Thank goodness i decided to get some bids, found Affordable Trenchless on Yelp. They came out, were on time, explained the real problem to me, and ended up saving me $$$. They came out after the initial consultation to fix what was wrong, once again on time, respectful of my home, efficient, and fairly priced. I now have a better understanding of my home plumbing needs and they solved my current plumbing problems. I'm sticking with these guys.

Julie O.

11/03/2021 12:00:00 SA

In my profession I have to call on plumbers for sewer inspections on a regular basis. It is not always my decision which company is used for these inspections. I have had experience with other companies in the past and have been left with mediocre to poor results. When Affordable Trenchless is called for the job I know the inspector will be on-time, will explain the sewer scope in detail, the sewer line will be recorded for my client(s) to view at a later time, and if there are any issues they will provide a quote and make themselves available within short notice to make sure the issue is managed as the client requests. The inspectors are are always courtesy, and the office staff friendly on the phone. I have been calling on Affordable Trenchless for their services for about 5-6 years now and I will continue to do so in the future.

Linda V.

10/15/2015

Ryan came out today for a sewer inspection, as I was having problems with roots. This was my second estimate for the problem, the first company quoted me $10,000 to replace pipes under the house as well as the water supply line. Ryan throughly explained what was happening with the roots, and replacing the pipes would not solve the problem. There was no charge for the inspection, and he saved me $10,000. Ryan was very pleasant to deal with, over the top customer service. Highly recommend using this company, hard to find honest businesses to deal with.

J. P.

09/01/2021 12:00:00 SA

RYAN has the most up to date technology. The sewer camera had a huge screen. For the first time after 3 plumbers in 6 years, I saw what was happening in my sewer line. I was ready to throw money at it. But Ryan told me to call the city because they do it for free when it is so near the street. Can you believe he didn't take a dime! Everyone at the city knows him and speaks highly of him. THANKS AFFORDABLE TRENCHLESS & PIPE LINING

Valori R.

04/09/2020 12:00:00 SA

Ryan was amazing and did a fantastic job for us. The price was very reasonable for the amount of work completed. He was able to fit us in his calendar the day after I initially contacted him. I would highly recommend

Chad D.

12/10/2019 12:00:00 SA

I just used Affordable Trenchless minutes ago and I have never had such amazing customer service! I was given Brent's name and phone number by another plumber (also very nice) who couldn't get the job done. He referred me to Brent and said that his company was the most honest, reliable and skilled. No joke, that was spot on. I have been in the insurance business for almost 30 years and I will be giving out Brent's card to everyone in need. Insurance agents, realtors, property managers, commercial property owners.... this is your guy! I even got to watch the drain cam!

Dayna H.

05/09/2023 12:00:00 SA

These guys are amazing! They came out to help us with a repair after another company gave us a very bad (and false) diagnosis and quote for the work. Brent and his team were very professional and fixed our plumbing issue at a very reasonable cost.
I HIGHLY recommend Affordable Trenchless.

John M.

11/04/2013 12:00:00 SA

They were recommend by a past client and all I can say is STAY AWAY. Ryan does not return phone calls and when I called the office I was informed he was really busy. That works for a day or two but after several days and calls into Ryan I can honestly say I would never use this company nor would I let him do any work on any of the other properties I own. If you want an honest and reliable plumber stay away from this one.

Michelle S.

1/14/2012

Express Plumbing Affordable Trenchless recently replaced my sewer line and I was very happy with their service. They are honest, professional, and conduct a great business; they kept in touch with me through out the whole process and I couldn't be happier. I would recommend them to anyone seeking a sewer replacement.

Chris S.

03/01/2019 12:00:00 SA

The crew repaired the collapsed orange burg sewer line in our 1950's era home. They were able to schedule the job fairly quickly and everything seems to be working well. The cost was over $5000 and was part of a home sale. There are minimal signs of the work besides a couple small concrete patches and two covered clean outs in the yard.

Cindy S.

10/28/2016

We were in the middle of a kitchen remodel and needed a company to come out and run a camera in our drain lines to let us know of their condition before we continued laying the floor. We called a few companies. Affordable was quickest to respond and their quote was the most reasonable. Also, knowing we were on a time schedule, they fit us in right away! Ryan was quick and thorough and even took the time to give me a helpful hint regarding a problem that often occurs with our bathroom drain clogging up. Our drains were fine but I will definitely go with Affordable Trenchless if we ever encounter a problem. *As a side note, I thought it was particularly good of them to be so helpful and take the time to discuss with me my concerns even when they knew I would not be in need of their services any further.

Jacque M.

11/04/2018 12:00:00 SA

Thanks for your great service Brent! We will not be calling anyone else
Came out and the end of his day, was fast and right to the problem.
Helped us at another location with the same professionalism, and satisfaction. Don't hesitate to use these guys. You won't regret it.

Jake A.

2/28/2020

We have an old house and we've had a couple questions and issues with our plumbing, including a busted sewer line. I can't say enough good things about Brent and Affordable Trenchless company. He is very honest and reasonable. We hired him initially for part of our home inspection and were well-informed when we bought the house. He explains issue and options thoroughly. They are my go-to.

Jay B.

9/28/2012

I had Ryan and Brent come out to my house last week as my sewer clean out was backing up in the back yard. They arrived the afternoon I called and were more then helpful. They cleared out the clog, explained the situation (damage to the pipe - but on the city's side) and how I can go about getting the city to fix the pipe. They even dug up the city clean out at my fence line that would need to be used. I never know I even had one back there!
So, for same day service (that was all of about 30-45 minutes), great price, and the knowledge that they gave me, I will most definitely be using them again and would recommend to anyone looking for a plumbing service.

James L.

10/24/2015

These guys saved my$ 1,000.00. Came out quick, professional, friendly and even up loaded a video of my pipes on utube so I could check it out. I would recommend them 100%. Thanks guys!

Susan M.

4/20/2018

Ryan Petersen is an honest man. He could have capitalized on the bad advice I received from a local plumbing company about sewer pipe replacement. Instead he showed up and looked at my line and told me my ongoing issue was most likely the County's problem. The video he has posted on his website is a gift to the consumer because it warns you what not to say when getting an estimate. He has saved me from an unnecessary and costly repair that the County came out and resolved. By the way, they were fantastic too! I cannot recommend Ryan highly enough. He stands out as a tradesman that cares more about doing what's right rather than making a fast buck at the consumer's expense.

Jeremiah A.

5/18/2013

Ryan came out to our place on a Sunday afternoon a couple of weeks ago. That morning we were greeted with garbage disposal debris and standing water in our tub. After he snaked both the tub and the kitchen line, he explained the situation thoroughly, and then cleaned up after himself. he was in and out, with the problem solved, in under 45 mins. Super professional and down to earth kinda guy. Highly recommend him and his company for residential as well as commercial work.

Jill C.

12/23/2021

The estimate process was very fast and easy. I didn't even need to be home for it. They weren't salesy which I really appreciated. They gave us the best price on top of being the most appealing company to work with. They were the only estimate we got that included a city inspection which put my mind at ease. They lined our root-riddled, 1930's clay sewer pipe in a just a few hours and we were back up and running in no time. I hope we never need another sewer repair... but I will gladly recommend them to others!

Claudia L.

08/04/2022 12:00:00 SA

As a homeowner, it's really difficult to find trustworthy folks to service your house, especially if you don't have the specialty knowledge. It's safe to say that Affordable Trenchless has earned my trust and I will be going to them if I ever have future needs.

I called Affordable Trenchless to give me a second opinion on a sewer lateral issue that another competitor had provided me a quote for. The original company that had done the sewer lateral inspection told me that there was a belly in the ABS and severe offsetting where the PVC meets the ABS underneath my front yard. They gave me a quote of ~$6k to get it remediated and used scare tactics to get me concerned (eg: If not remediated, it could cause sinkholes).

Brent took a look and gave me his honest opinion, which was that I didn't need to do anything until there were symptoms of issues (eg: gurgling of toilet, water backup in the home). He also provided a wealth of knowledge, which was greatly appreciated. This homeowner now knows what to look for and ask questions on next time I have an issue with my sewer pipes!

Although Brent was a terrible salesman, I really appreciated his honesty and time. He built up trust with me so that next time I have sewer issues (or if my friends do), I will definitely be going to them!

Erik K.

12/09/2021 12:00:00 SA

I don't write many reviews. In fact I'm skeptical about reviews in general. I've waited to see the results of the work done by Affordable Trenchless. Everything promised has been delivered.
We had a major blockage of our sewer pipe in September that connected to the city main caused by tree roots. Ryan--the owner--came out and scoped all our pipes and promptly found the blockage. He also found a another small leak in one of our other pipes that would eventually need to be replaced by an 8' section of new pipe. He told us all other pipes under the house were in good shape.
That was just the opposite verdict of 3 other well-advertised companies who gave us a dire repair and replace scenario costing $12,000 minimum and potentially thousands more.
We decided on Affordable Trenchless. The crew finished the main and the other pipe repair in 2 days, but made sure we had service that first night. The City inspected without incident. The total bill came to $6500. There was no padding the bill AND NO EXTRA WORK THAT DIDN'T NEED TO BE DONE.
While that was a lot of money for us, it was far under the other well-known companies. Honesty and competence. You get both with Affordable Trenchless.

Victoria S.

4/29/2020

We have used Affordable Trenchless both as a home buyer and seller, and both times the customer service has been nothing short of fantastic. Most recently, Brent Forman saved us by coming out for a last-minute inspection of our property. He was straight forward, fair, and gave a detailed report about his findings. We are living out of state, and our minds are at ease because of the clarity of the report, the fair price for recommended repairs, the lightning-fast report turn around time, and the quality of the work from previous experience with the company. We will use Affordable Trenchless in the future if ever required, and we will continually recommend Brent and the team to all of our Sacramento area friends and family for their sewer needs.

Laura D.

01/10/2015 12:00:00 SA

I had an ancient water main spring a leak just before the holidays in December. I got several estimates for the work, but decided to use Affordable, although their estimate was not the lowest. We had a couple of estimates that were close, but after discussing this project with several plumbing companies, I was most impressed with Ryan's honesty. I had one estimate that was significantly lower, but in emailing back and forth for details with their estimator, I had the sense that I was not getting the whole story. Ryan and Karen specified in their bid that the price was guaranteed not to exceed the estimate. When all was said and done, the amount we were billed was LOWER than the estimate. The water main extends from our house about 80 feet into the alley behind our house, but the work was done with minimal disruption to the landscaping. The concrete was repaired, and a gate that had to be removed was reinstalled perfectly. I will definitely call Affordable again if the need arises. We are very happy with their honesty, their price, and the quality of their work.

Randall C.

04/04/2014 12:00:00 SA

I have made an offer and need inspections done on an older home (1938) in Sacramento. I was really worried about the sewer line as there is a mammoth tree in the front of home right near where the lines would be. The crew showed up, Found no cleanout access, went up on roof and started a video inspection of line. He explained every step, took time out to show me elbows, slight buildup, different types of pipe, and prognosis. I got an education, ease of mind, and honesty at an unexpectedly super low price.
The bid came back to add the cleanout/cleaning and I thought they left out zeros, but i was wrong. Super affordable and obvious experts in their field. I will let you know how the cleanout install and cleaning go but from what I have seen so far, I would go with no-one else.

Kit F.

7/14/2017

Great service, great price. I got three different quotes from three different companies. One company proposed to re-route a sewer pipe in a C-shape, with three 90-degree elbows added. That would require a trench to be dug, which is a separate cost. That proposal seemed bizzare and would cost $3,300, not including the price for the trench. Another company's proposal was $7,000 to burst and re-line the pipes throughout the entire system. Finally, Affordable came out, showed me the sewer lines via video, and told me that they could reline just those sections of Orangeburg pipe and not the sections of the good ABS pipe that were in some parts of the home. The bid was for $4,200. Affordable was transparent, professional, on-time, and did the work beautifully, with before and after videos to show the work. GREAT JOB! Highly recommend.

Natalie N.

11/05/2019 12:00:00 SA

I contacted Affordable Trenchless and they had someone here within an hour. Brent was very friendly, found the problem and fixed it right away. They have great service and friendly staff! I will definitely be recommending them to friends and family.

Janice B.

7/14/2015

I had 2 great experiences with them. They replaced my root invaded orangeburg sewer line in 2013 for $1,000 less than a competitor quoted me. They did a great job, and I called them back this week (2 years after the sewer line work) to report a problem with toilet backing up and I wasn't sure if it was related to the new warrantied sewer line. Ryan came out to check it out, put a camera down the line and found no problems with the sewer but he discovered the toilet had a bad flapper and he fixed it for no charge. It's hard enough to find a good, honest and reasonably priced contractor but someone who will come out and spend the time to thoroughly research an issue and then repair a toilet flapper at no cost is priceless!

Kerry K.

10/05/2018 12:00:00 SA

OMG the best sewer inspectors I have ever used. Came out within 24-hours for an inspection, easy and seamless process. only took a few minutes. Friendly too.

Love that we can see through the camera exactly what is going on!

Highly recommend them. Thanks Brent!

Marc G.

06/10/2021 12:00:00 SA

These are top notch people and I cant say enough good stuff about them.
I first used Ryan's company in 2019 as a recommended inspection service by by agent. This was before I bought my house and they were efficient and very accurate (it seems as you read on) . Unfortunately, I did not follow their advice and findings, and did in fact ignore roots that were entering the line and I further ignored their recommendations at that time, since as buyer, you have a lot going on and if you can put off something, or you think you can, you do.

Two years later, my patio had sewage coming out the clean out and I was faced with a mess. Had I addressed the situation properly within the first year, or so, I could have saved over almost $1000 and had no mess. Once I had the line clear, I was back in touch with Affordable and Ryan's team and they gave a very fair quote ( I tested it in the market) to do the real repair remediation (what I should have done the first time.) They quoted the job, pulled a permit, had it all surveyed in a tight area with utilities, dug a hole, cut into the pipe, inverted a liner to main, had it all inspected and I have a video clip now to proudly show the family :) excellent communication and professional people. I now rest easy that I will not ever have an issue with the line again. The 50 year old section of pipe is now as good as new.

Celena H.

1/17/2023

Brent was the nicest, coolest, oozing trustworthy person I have ever met in the field. Came out and gave me the great news that my plumbing was in nice clean shape and told me what parts I would need to worry about in the future. I know I've got big, expensive issues ahead of me and he could have sold me on an urgent fix now. The weather has certainly made it believable. Instead he assured me I had time to get my ducks in a row, that he would be there to fix it for me when I was ready and put my mind at ease.

In a trade where it is easy to take advantage of others, this company is the real deal. Thank you!

k a.

1/23/2013

All I can say is WOW! If you want the job done right & efficient... call Ryan. They have great same day service and are patient and understanding in answering all your questions. Great job! Can't wait for my next sewer emergency.

Jennifer K.

2/18/2019

After several bad inspections I was lucky enough to find them! I was using someone cheaper and faster, but not better. He saved 3 of my transactions with reasonable, affordable, and fast information and solutions. The best part is he gave me options! He spent time explaining the differences. He also called me quickly with results! Best service around. And to top it all off, we were even able to laugh and joke which makes a rough situation better. Needless to say they are being moved to top position form here on out. Solid work thanks so much!!!

Jane C.

4/14/2023

If I could give Affordable Trenchless & Pipe Lining (ATPL)10 stars, I would. They were the most efficient, effective, reasonable, and honest of three plumbing companies I called to analyze and remedy my clogged drainage. (First fact: a visiting guest, unbeknownst to me, flushed baby wipes down two differet toilets over one month's time, causing a horrific clog.) Two companies claimed that my 70-year old cast iron pipes were past their useful lives and likely had holes and cracks under the scale they observed on their cameras, which would mean that I would need to install $20,000 worth of Permaliner. The third company, ATPL, also viewed my lines with their cameras but did not see any indication of structural damage to the pipes under the scale. After physically removing a 6-inch ball of baby wipes that the first company left behind (more on this company later), they descaled and hydrojetted the pipes and showed me that the pipes were in excellent condition and I did not need a liner.
The first plumber, Mr. Rooter, routed and hydrojetted my lines for $1,600+ but left a huge ball of baby wipes behind. When I asked them to come back and remove the remaining wipes, they refused saying what the other company's camera showed was toilet paper and that my problem was scale and I needed Permaliner. Why then did they hydrojet my pipes for additioal $1,115 when they thought scale was the problem? I called the second plumber, The Trenchless Company (TTL), after the lines backed up just one day after Mr. Rooter left, with water all over the floor. TTL just flat out said my pipes were past their useful lives and would need a liner after descaling to cover cracks and holes, at a cost of $20,000, in addition to the costs I would also have to bear for pulling permits and repairing the patio concrete that they would have to destroy.
Whatever your clogged pipe problem is, make sure you call Affordable Trenchless & Pipe Lining for an honest appraisal and excellent work.

Steph B.

7/14/2011

For the last five or so years I've been recommending Ryan for his plumbing services to my home buying and selling clients. For older communities, he is necessary for his neighborhood experience and knowledge of the plumbing & sewer systems that are employed.

1) Sewer inspections- this is how I was first introduced to Ryan. Don't skimp on this. Nothing worse than a sewer issue! Ryan is not the cheapest inspector but his evaluations seem incredibly honest and his repairs affordable.

Typically, because sewer systems can be accessed from the exterior or through the roof, clients don't have to meet Ryan. So there's no sales pitch. When you get your report, you get your bill.

If he sees an issue, he posts the film of the ENTIRE camera-ed line. Not just a picture. And if there are questions, he will speak with my folks by phone.

2) Plumbing issues - I guess I never realized he did plumbing services, but after a conversation, I had Ryan come to my house and address some slow drains. (Yes, I thought it was a sewer issue!)... But his services are comprehensive plumbing things. So, my questions about my fireplace's gas line (plumbers do gas lines, did you know that?), moving my clothes washer, amongst others, were all answered and he's sending me a bill.

He is timely, funny, attentive. My clients have all loved him. And, subsequently, I trust him implicitly.

Kaitlynn R.

09/11/2017 12:00:00 SA

Affordable Trenchless & Pipe Lining is a great company! I had a clogged main line that ended up being caused by roots damaging the pipes. Several other plumbers quoted me way more than Brent did to move my clean out to the street and redo the pipe from the house to the street. Brent was great keeping me informed along the process and did a good job and did it quickly. He also worked with the city to get me a new clean out and I'm so grateful that he took that part on for me. I appreciate the work that Affordable Trenchless did and they really are affordable compared to many other companies. Would use these guys again in a heartbeat!

Suzanne H.

4/20/2020

I contacted two different companies to determine if my sewer line needed to be replaced after having issues. The first company provided an estimate of almost $14,000 to replace. Ryan was out today to provide an estimate as well. After running the camera under the yard and looking under the house he determined that a replacement was not needed. His honesty saved me thousands of dollars! I would definitely use this company in the future if the need arises and highly recommend them to others.

Steve B.

5/31/2014

Ryan and company came out and fixed a water main for my friend's house I'm watching while he's deployed. They beat every bid (by far) and were in and out in just a few hours. Now my friend will have water when he returns. They were polite and affordable and fit in our timeframe. I would recommend them to anyone who needs indoor or outdoor help.

JJ V.

7/25/2014

I highly recommend this company and cannot say enough about how professional, considerate, affordable and pleasant everyone was - from the owner to the office staff to the workers who did the job - just great. They fixed a crushed sewer pipe in my Sacramento home that was underneath my hardwood floor, and were very careful to avoid unnecessary damage to the surrounding floor, walls, bathroom, etc. Because of their knowledge and consideration, the job was done quickly, efficiently and cleanly - I really could not have wished for a better outcome. Of course I hope I never have another crushed pipe, but if I did, I would call them in a heartbeat!

Elena O.

7/31/2023

As first time homeowners, we experienced our first plumbing issue and were clueless and panicked. Brent showed up on time and had our issue resolved in about 20 minutes. He was quick, thorough, and explained the issue so we knew how to deal with something like this in the future (and prevent it). Not to mention, you can't beat Affordable Trenchless' pricing. We will never use another plumbing company. Thanks Brent!!!

Liane H.

10/30/2012

This company is the best, I will not go anywhere else in the future! Brent and Ryan came out to give me a bid for a major sewer repair job following a major sewage backup in my home, causing my floor to be flooded. I had received 3 other bids from other trenchless and old school plumbing companies, but this company was not only the least costly, but they had the least invasive plan and the shortest completion timeframe. With their years of experience, knowledge, thoroughness of the camera inspection and explanation of the cause of my problem (pointing out everything on the video camera), I felt the most confidence with them. And even after running into a major unforeseen complication, Ryan was able to keep the additional cost (for sand and the extra time required) very reasonable and even repaired another couple of small problems for me. His wife, Karen, was also great to work with in coordinating everything.

Melisa M.

12/10/2018 12:00:00 SA

If you ever are in need of a good plumbing service call Ryan. He gives you honest answers and is there to help you out good wholesome people here. Solved our plumbing problem without burning a hole in our pocket.

Cory C.

6/29/2023

I called Ryan because he did a good job hydrojetting my main in the past and sent a follow-up video of the line. Today he went above and beyond when he called me back after I had a different company working in my yard and they left sediment in my water line which made my toilet tank stop filling. He jumped on facetime with me and had my toilet flushing in less than 5 minutes. Great guy! I would call him again!

Tim D.

1/25/2013

Called Affordable Trenchless as well as two other companies to fix a persistent issue. Ryan was the only one who took the time to explain what was going on; as well as offering a less expensive solution. The work was completed promptly and within the estimated fees. I would use these guys again.