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Traditional sewer repair means a backhoe in your yard, concrete torn up, and days of disruption — followed by a
restoration bill on top of the repair itself. For a lot of homeowners, the damage left behind costs as much as the job.
Trenchless is different. We dig two small access pits, then pull a brand-new HDPE pipe through the old
failing line — full 4" inner diameter, so you're not trading flow capacity for convenience. Typically done in a
single day. No long trenches. No piles of dirt. Your home, your driveway, your trees and landscaping stay exactly
as you left them. We confirm the result on camera before we leave.
Full sewer line replacement via two small access points. A bursting head shatters the old pipe while simultaneously pulling new HDPE into place — ideal for cracked, collapsed, or root-infested lines buried under houses, garages, or concrete.
Learn More →When only one section of pipe is damaged, a targeted liner patch repairs exactly what's needed — preserving the rest of your line, minimizing cost, and keeping your property undisturbed throughout the repair.
Learn More →Recurring backups are symptoms, not the problem. Melvin uses camera inspection to diagnose exactly what's happening in your line, then clears it with the right toolset. Where other companies fail, Gustum delivers.
Learn More →Backhoes and long trenches belong on construction sites — not on properties you've spent decades perfecting.
| Gustum Trenchless | Traditional Excavation | |
|---|---|---|
| Lawn & Landscaping Impact | ✓Two small access pits only | ✗Full trench — severe damage |
| Works Under Houses & Concrete | ✓Yes — no demolition needed | ✗Very costly or impossible |
| Project Duration | ✓Typically 1–2 days | ✗Days to weeks |
| Post-Job Restoration Costs | ✓Minimal to none | ✗High — concrete, sod, plants |
| Pipe Lifespan / Warranty | ✓50-year HDPE warranty | Varies — often no guarantee |
| Neighborhood Disruption | ✓Minimal, quiet footprint | ✗Heavy equipment & mess |
Reach Melvin directly at
(715) 658-6070. Describe what you're experiencing and we'll walk you through next steps.
We run a camera through your line so you can see exactly what's happening. From there we develop the best plan of action for your specific situation — trenchless repair, patching, clearing, or a combination.
We complete the repair using the method that's right for your situation — whether that's pipe bursting, pipe patching, or clearing. Most jobs are done in a day, leaving your property clean and intact.
Your new HDPE pipe carries a 50-year warranty. We confirm the result on camera before we close up and leave your property.
"Melvin has a very innovative approach for a repair that can be a nightmare for a homeowner. When my elderly father kept having reoccurring septic backups due to root invasion of the line under the house I thought we would have to break the floor up and replace the pipe... He completed the job in two days time and the bill was just as he claimed it would be. Melvin is very professional..."
"Melvin is a real professional. He resurfaced and repaired 95 feet of pipe, much of it under my basement floor. Without this technology I would have had to tear up the floor and remove a lot of landscape outside. In the initial phase he used his camera to show me the problems and when finished, he showed the finished product. I do not hesitate to recommend his company."
"Melvin @ Gustum Septic Service is a cut above the rest by a long shot. Had a local septic that couldn't get the job done, so I called Melvin — he used his camera/inspection to show me the sewer pipe issues and then we scheduled a cleaning. Melvin used a different toolset/skillset than the other company that tried unsuccessfully. Very professional, responsive, easy to work with!!"
"Sewer problems?? Call GUSTUM and your problem will disappear!!! Professional and courteous — they will take care of the situation. They eliminated our tree root problem by relining. Root problem gone."
"I was looking for descaling for our original 70' cast iron pipes under our home — constant backups. Melvin was prompt and professional, came prepared with proper drop cloths and tarps. After descaling, his camera found a hole in one pipe. Within a day he had a quote for pipe patching."
Reviews. All 5 stars. Nothing filtered, nothing staged. Read every one directly on Google.
View All on Google →Both our HDPE pipe (used in pipe bursting) and our CIPP lining (used in pipe patching) carry a 50-year warranty. HDPE is resistant to corrosion, root intrusion, and cracking. CIPP creates a seamless new pipe within the old one with the same long-term durability. Either way, you're getting a solution built to last decades longer than what it replaced.
It depends on the repair. Pipe patching typically requires no digging at all — we access the line through a cleanout and the work happens entirely inside the pipe. Pipe bursting requires two small access pits, one at each end of the section being replaced. That's far less disruption than a full trench, but we'll always be upfront: the best plan for your property may involve a small amount of targeted excavation where it makes sense. We'll show you exactly what we recommend and why before any work begins.
Most pipe bursting jobs are completed in one to two days. Pipe patching can often be done even faster. You'll receive a clear timeline before work begins — and multiple reviewers have noted Melvin finishes on schedule and exactly on budget.
Yes — that is one of trenchless technology's primary advantages. Melvin has extensive experience repairing pipe under basement floors, houses, and garages where traditional excavation would require major demolition and costly reconstruction.
Gustum Trenchless serves Bloomer, Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire, Chetek, Hudson, Menomonie, New Richmond, River Falls, and the greater Northwestern Wisconsin region. Trenchless sewer repair, pipe bursting, and pipe patching services throughout NW Wisconsin. Call to confirm service to your specific address.
Every property and situation is different. What is guaranteed: a transparent, honest estimate before any work begins — and a final bill that matches it exactly. Multiple Google reviewers have specifically called this out by name.
Minimal excavation. A 50-year warranty. A family business Northwestern Wisconsin has trusted for over 30 years. And a 5.0 Google rating that speaks for itself.