NEW ORLEANS, LA - February 27, 2026 - New Orleans homeowners facing sewer line damage can expect to pay between $4,000 and $15,000 for a trenchless repair—eliminating the need to dig up yards, driveways, or landscaping—according to a comprehensive cost guide published today by Pelican Underground LLC.
The guide details two primary no-dig methods available to homeowners: pipe lining (CIPP), which costs $80–$250 per foot, and pipe bursting, which costs $60–$200 per foot. Most residential jobs are completed in a single day, compared to 3–7 days for traditional excavation.
"Homeowners are often surprised to learn that trenchless repair is typically less expensive than traditional dig-and-replace once you factor in the cost of restoring your yard, driveway, and landscaping afterward," said a Pelican Underground spokesperson. "In New Orleans, those restoration costs alone can add $2,000 to $10,000 on top of the pipe work."
The guide identifies several factors unique to New Orleans that push sewer repair costs above the national average. The city's high water table, expansive clay soils, and widespread aging cast iron infrastructure—much of it dating to the early-to-mid 20th century—create conditions that accelerate pipe deterioration and demand specialized contractor expertise.
Pelican Underground's guide also addresses a critical knowledge gap for homeowners: insurance coverage. Standard Louisiana homeowners policies generally do not cover sewer repairs caused by normal wear, aging, or root intrusion. Homeowners are responsible for the sewer lateral running from the city main to their home, a distinction many property owners overlook until a problem arises.
The guide emphasizes that a sewer camera inspection is the only reliable way to receive an accurate repair estimate, and warns homeowners to treat flat-rate phone quotes from contractors as a red flag.
The complete cost guide, including method comparisons, cost factors, and insurance details, is available at https://pelicanunderground.com/blog/average-cost-sewer-line-repair-new-orleans-without-digging
About Pelican Underground
Pelican Underground LLC specializes in trenchless sewer repair services—including pipe lining, pipe bursting, and point repairs—for residential and commercial properties across the Greater New Orleans area. The company's NASSCO-certified technicians provide free sewer camera inspections and no-pressure estimates.
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