★★★★★
“We had a 1920s clay lateral with major root intrusion. Heath came out personally. Job was done in 7 hours — yard untouched.”
JB
Janet B.
Bexley, OH · CIPP · March 2026
Westerville · Bexley · Gahanna · Columbus Metro
Trenchless Sewer & Water Line Repair in Columbus, Ohio
— Since 1978
Wooley Water Sewer Trenchless is a family-owned, trenchless-only contractor headquartered in Carroll, Ohio. For 47+ years we have repaired, lined, burst, and jetted sewer laterals across Columbus, Westerville, Bexley, and Gahanna — every job ends with a PACP-NASSCO-coded camera video.
✓ 47 years family-owned ✓ Camera-verified work ✓ Free on-site quote
★★★★★
4.9
Based on 76 verified reviews
across Google & Angi
across Google & Angi
★★★★★
“Lined our 1924 clay lateral in 6 hours. No digging. Done in one day.”
Janet B. · Bexley, OH
★★★★★
“Camera caught a root intrusion two other plumbers missed.”
Mike R. · Westerville, OH
★★★★★
“Heath walked the job himself. Honest pricing, no upsell.”
Tom K. · Gahanna, OH
Transparent 2026 Pricing
What it costs in Columbus & Central Ohio
Real ranges from real Wooley jobs in 2026. Final quote is camera-verified — never an estimate from a guide.
Camera Inspection
$300FROM · PACP-CODED VIDEO
- NASSCO PACP video walk-through
- Written diagnosis report
- Insurance-compatible docs
MOST POPULAR
CIPP Pipe Lining
$80PER LINEAR FOOT · RESIDENTIAL
- NSF-61 compliant liner
- 50-year design life
- Camera-verified close-out
- No yard excavation
Pipe Bursting
$120PER LINEAR FOOT · HDPE
- For collapsed pipe
- Up-sizes to HDPE
- Two small access pits only
Hydro Jetting
$300FROM · 3,000-4,000 PSI
- Grease, roots, scale, debris
- Restaurant-grade clearing
- Pre & post camera included
How It Works
Four steps. No surprises.
1
Camera Diagnosis
PACP-NASSCO coded video walks the entire lateral. We find the actual problem before quoting anything.
2
Clear Quote
Itemized written quote with real numbers from your video — never an estimate from a guide. No upsell.
3
Trenchless Repair
CIPP, bursting, or jetting — done by our own crew. Most residential jobs done in one day.
4
Camera Close-Out
Second video walk after repair. Insurance-ready file emailed quick.
47
Years family-owned
2,400+
Trenchless jobs completed
50
Year liner design life
4.9★
Across 76 reviews
From Real Homeowners
What Central Ohio neighbors say
★★★★★
“Two plumbers said $18,000 excavation. Wooley camera found single belly. CIPP fix at $5,400. Driveway intact.”
MR
Mike R.
Westerville, OH · CIPP · Feb 2026
★★★★★
“Restaurant drain backed up at dinner service. Wooley on-site in under 2 hours. Back in service same evening.”
TK
Tom K.
Gahanna, OH · Hydro jetting · 2025
Meet The Owner
“I personally walk every job before we start. If you are not happy, we are not done.”
Heath Wooley
Owner / Operator · 30+ years in the field
Quick Answers
Most asked, before you call
How much does trenchless sewer repair cost in Columbus?
For a typical residential lateral, CIPP pipe lining runs $150 to $295 per linear foot, meaning a 60-foot run lands between $4,800 and $9,000. Pipe bursting for collapsed pipe runs $120 to $350 per foot. Final pricing is always camera-verified.
Will trenchless damage my lawn or driveway?
No. CIPP lining requires two small access points, usually existing cleanouts. No trenching across the yard, no jackhammering the driveway.
How long does the actual repair take?
Most residential CIPP installations are complete in 4 to 8 hours. Pipe bursting typically takes 6 to 10 hours.
How long does the liner last?
CIPP liners are manufacturer-rated for 50 years of design life. Wooley installs NSF-61 compliant systems governed by ASTM F1216.
Are you really family-owned?
Yes. Eric Wooley founded the company in 1978. His son Heath joined in 1992 and today owns and operates the company.
Can I finance a sewer repair?
Yes, we partner with home-improvement financing for residential jobs over $3,000. Approval is typically quick with a soft credit pull.
Dive Deeper
Cost guides & decision tools
Real 2026 numbers from real Wooley jobs — no email gate, no fluff.
Cost Guide
Trenchless Sewer Repair Cost Guide
Per-foot pricing by method with 2026 Central Ohio rate ranges.
Read the cost guide →Cost GuideCIPP Pipe Lining Cost Guide
Residential lining costs, lifespan ROI math, and insurance-coverage matrix.
Read the cost guide →Cost GuideSewer Line Repair Cost Guide
Open-cut vs. trenchless comparison and when each method wins on price.
Read the cost guide →DiagnosticSewer Camera Inspection Guide
What a PACP-NASSCO camera scope shows and questions to ask before any repair.
See inside →ChecklistSewer Line Failure Signs Checklist
Eight warning signs — gurgling drains, odor, bellies, repeat backups.
Run the checklist →MaintenanceAnnual Maintenance Schedule
By-home-age schedule for camera scopes, hydro jetting, and restaurant FOG cadence.
Plan your year →Backed up again?
It is the lateral itself.
Free quick camera diagnosis in Westerville, Bexley, Gahanna, Pickerington, and Reynoldsburg. We diagnose first. We quote second. We do not pressure.
✓ No pressure to buy✓ Camera-verified diagnosis✓ Real per-foot pricing