Aurora homes built before the 1980s in neighborhoods like Aurora Hills, Hoffman Heights and Del Mar Parkway often have cast iron or clay sewer lines that corrode from the semi-arid soil and seasonal freeze-thaw cycles. Cold winters push groundwater movement while tree roots from yards near Cherry Creek State Park or Aurora Reservoir seek moisture and crack joints. We map the line with camera inspection, then decide between pipe bursting or open trench based on depth, access and proximity to neighboring properties in dense blocks.
Arapahoe County requires permits and backflow prevention checks when replacing lines that tie into the municipal system. In areas like Fitzsimons and High Point, shallow bedrock or compacted fill can shift pipes faster than in newer subdivisions near Murphy Creek. We use SDR 35 PVC or HDPE for replacements because they resist root intrusion better than older materials and handle the expansion from hot summer days followed by sudden cold snaps.
Homeowners in East Ridge or Meadow Hills frequently discover problems only after backups reach the cleanout during spring thaws. We excavate only the minimum length needed, restore landscaping and coordinate with Aurora utilities to avoid service interruptions to nearby homes. This approach keeps costs lower than full street-to-house digs common in older Parker or Commerce City corridors.
Every job starts with locating private utilities and checking for shared laterals common in Hoffman Heights duplexes. We document the existing line condition with video before and after so owners see exactly what was replaced and why certain sections needed full removal rather than spot repairs.
Technician insight
In Aurora the thing that catches most people out with sewer line replacement is how fast clay soil around older Fitzsimons and Aurora Hills homes settles after a cold winter, pulling joints apart again if the new pipe isn't bedded on compacted gravel.
Collapsed line near Del Mar Parkway
A homeowner noticed slow drains after the first hard freeze. Camera showed a crushed clay section under the driveway. We burst the old line with new HDPE, added a cleanout at the property line, and restored the concrete cut in two days.
Sewer Line Replacement Services We Offer
✓Trenchless Pipe Bursting
Breaks old pipe while pulling new HDPE line through the same path, minimizing yard damage in tight Aurora lots near Stanley Marketplace.
✓Traditional Excavation Replacement
Full open-trench removal and replacement when lines run under driveways or have multiple breaks common in pre-1970 Aurora Hills homes.
✓Cured-In-Place Pipe Lining
Epoxy liner installed inside existing pipe for homes in City Center where excavation would disrupt mature landscaping or shared easements.
✓Root Intrusion Sewer Repair
Cuts roots and installs root-resistant pipe sections for properties bordering Cherry Creek State Park or Heather Gardens greenbelts.
✓Sewer Line Camera Inspection
Locates breaks, offsets and bellies before replacement so we target only the failed sections in older Fitzsimons housing stock.
Sewer Line Replacement Cost in Aurora, CO
| Service | Typical Range | What Affects It |
|---|---|---|
| Trenchless replacement (50–75 ft) | $4,200–$7,500 | Price rises with deeper lines or shared laterals in duplex neighborhoods. |
| Traditional excavation (full run) | $5,800–$9,800 | Higher when concrete driveways or mature trees must be worked around. |
| Cured-in-place lining | $3,100–$5,400 | Best for straight runs without major offsets; not suitable for collapsed sections. |
| Camera inspection only | $185–$295 | Required before any replacement quote; often covered if work proceeds. |
Ranges are typical for Aurora, CO and confirmed with an exact written quote before any work starts.
How it works
- 1
Camera Inspection
We run a camera from the cleanout through the line to map length, material and failure points while noting proximity to foundations in Aurora neighborhoods.
- 2
Permit And Utility Locate
We pull Arapahoe County permits and mark private lines so excavation stays clear of gas, electric and irrigation in dense blocks like Del Mar Parkway.
- 3
Pipe Removal And Install
Old pipe is removed or burst and new SDR 35 PVC or HDPE is laid with proper slope and cleanout access for cold-weather performance.
- 4
Backfill And Restoration
Trench is compacted in layers, sod or concrete restored, and final camera footage delivered before we leave the site.
Pricing
Most full sewer line replacements in Aurora run between $3,500 and $9,000 depending on access, length and method.