FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers about plumbing, excavation, estimates and service in Pittsburgh.
General
What plumbing and excavation services do you offer?
Residential and commercial plumbing repairs, underground excavation, sewer line excavation and replacement, water service line installation, septic system services and tank installation, utility trenching, gas line digging, and site grading.
Do you provide residential and commercial services?
Yes. We work on homes, multi-family units and commercial properties.
How do I request an estimate?
Use the Get Free Estimate button on any page, or call (412) 888-7988. Estimates are free, and we give you a clear, upfront number after looking at the site.
What areas do you serve?
Property owners within the City of Pittsburgh, including Lawrenceville, Shadyside, Squirrel Hill, South Side, Bloomfield, Mount Washington, Brookline and every other city neighborhood.
What are your hours?
We're open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Has the company name changed?
Yes. YB Plumbing of Pittsburgh is now YB Plumbing & Excavation. Same team, same phone number: (412) 888-7988.
Excavation Services
Do you handle utility locates before digging?
Yes. PA One Call (811) is always initiated before any digging so underground power, gas and communication lines are identified.
Can your excavators fit into tight backyard city lots?
Yes. We run compact excavators that get through narrow side yards and tight residential access points without giving up digging power.
Septic Tank Installation & Repair
Do you install both septic tanks and pipe laterals?
Yes. We handle the excavation, tank setting, pipe installation from house to tank, and connections to the distribution box.
Do you repair existing septic systems or only install new ones?
Both. We replace failing tanks and repair problems like collapsed baffles, as well as installing new systems.
Sewer Line Installation & Repair
How do I know if my sewer line needs to be dug up and replaced?
Persistent backups, sewer smells, sinkholes along the lateral path, and a collapse seen on camera generally call for a targeted or complete excavation replacement.
Do you coordinate with Pittsburgh sewer authorities?
We work within local code and inspection guidelines for tap-ins and right-of-way repairs.
Water Line Installation & Repair
How long does a water service line replacement take?
Most residential water service line excavations and replacements are finished within 1 to 2 days, depending on distance and soil conditions.
How deep do you bury a new water line?
Below the Pittsburgh frost line, with a minimum depth of 36 to 48 inches.
Utility Trenching & Gas Lines
Can you trench through rocky Pittsburgh soil?
Yes. Our excavators carry rock teeth and the hydraulic power to break through hard shale and rocky ground.
Do you call in utility locates first?
Yes. Lines are pre-marked, and we hand-dig near critical corridors.
Site Preparation & Grading
Can grading fix a wet basement?
Proper surface grading often fixes or greatly reduces basement moisture by sending rainwater away from the foundation walls before it reaches the footers.
Do you clear the site first?
Yes. We remove old stumps, concrete debris and brush as part of site prep.
Plumbing Services
Do you work on both homes and commercial buildings?
Yes. We handle residential homes, multi-family units and commercial facilities throughout the City of Pittsburgh.
How quickly can I get an estimate for a plumbing repair?
We respond promptly. Send the estimate form or call us to set up a consultation.
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