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Sewer Smell in Your House? 7 Causes — and When It Means Trouble

Smelling sewage in your Colorado Springs home? Here are the 7 most common causes of sewer smell in a house, which ones you can fix yourself, and when the odor means a real sewer problem.

How Much Does Hydro Jetting Cost in Colorado Springs? (2026 Guide)

Hydro jetting costs $350–$900 for most residential drains and $600–$1,800 for main sewer lines in 2026. Here's what drives the price, when jetting is worth it, and when a basic cleaning is all you need.

Sewage Backing Up in Your Basement? Do These 5 Things Right Now

Sewage backing up in your basement is an emergency. Here's exactly what to do in the first 30 minutes — and what NOT to do — from Colorado Springs' 24/7 drain specialists.

Sewer Camera Inspection Cost — and When You Actually Need One

A sewer camera inspection typically costs $125–$500 in 2026. Here's when an inspection is worth every penny (home purchases, recurring clogs, repair quotes) and when you can skip it.

Drain Cleaning Cost: Snaking vs. Hydro Jetting Compared

How much does it cost to unclog a drain in 2026? Snaking runs $100–$300 for most jobs; hydro jetting $350–$900+. Here's which one your clog actually needs.

Sewer Line Repair vs. Replacement: When Digging Is the Only Option

Sewer line replacement costs $50–$250 per foot in 2026, but many problems can be fixed for far less. Here's how to know whether your line needs cleaning, a spot repair, or full excavation.

Gurgling Drains? What Your Pipes Are Trying to Tell You

A gurgling drain is trapped air escaping through water — and it's an early warning. Here's what gurgling, slow drains, and bubbling toilets mean, and which combinations spell real trouble.

Tree Roots in Your Sewer Line: Signs, Removal & Prevention in Colorado

Tree roots are the #1 cause of sewer line damage in Colorado's older neighborhoods. How roots get in, the warning signs, what removal costs, and how to keep them from coming back.

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