In the tree-lined neighborhood of Jefferson, many homes sit on older sewer infrastructure — and that means backups, root intrusion, or full-blown collapses aren’t uncommon.When it comes to sewer line repair, acting fast is smart — but acting right is even smarter. At Adams Plumbing & Drain Company, we’ve seen a lot of well-intentioned homeowners make simple mistakes that end up costing thousands.Here are the top 4 we see in Jefferson — and how you can avoid them. ❌ 1. Pouring Chemicals Down a Clogged Drain That off-the-shelf cleaner might claim to “blast through clogs,” but here’s the truth: We’ve replaced entire sewer lines in Jefferson where chemical erosion sped up pipe failure.➔ Check out our sewer and drain services here. ❌ 2. Assuming a Backup Is Just a Toilet Problem When your toilet gurgles, your tub fills with water, or multiple drains slow down, it’s not a toilet issue — it’s likely a main line issue. We had a Jefferson homeowner replace their entire toilet… only to realize the real problem was 12 feet underground.Our camera inspection confirmed the pipe had separated and was leaking into the soil. ❌ 3. Waiting Too Long to Call The longer you wait: Early signs to watch for: ❌ 4. Hiring a Company That Doesn’t Dig Some companies offer quick fixes, but won’t handle full excavation if it’s needed.We don’t play that game. At Adams Plumbing & Drain Company, we:✅ Handle full dig-and-replace jobs✅ Use proper slope, bedding, and cleanouts✅ Backfill correctly and leave the yard safe and level✅ Stand behind every repair — even years later 🏡 Why Jefferson Calls Adams Plumbing & Drain Company ✅ We’ve served Mobile County for years✅ We’re fully licensed and insured for sewer excavation✅ We’re honest about what’s needed — and what’s not✅ And if anything isn’t right? We’ll make it right. Period. 📞 Call us now at (251) 473-1279 💬 Text us at (251) 572-9513 Need sewer line repair in Jefferson?Call Adams Plumbing & Drain Company — and avoid the mistakes before they cost you big. 🔗 Internal Links: