About Bob Smith Plumbing
Bob Smith Plumbing is based in Pompano Beach and focuses on underground plumbing work, including sanitary-line repair and replacement beneath homes and businesses. Its approach aims to limit disruption while work is underway. The underground services include pipe inspection and location, sewer cleaning, tunnel excavation, pipe replacement, and backfilling. The business also offers video inspections, cast iron pipe replacement, and LightRay pipelining. A video inspection can help show the condition and location of sewer pipes; cast iron replacement and pipelining are distinct options for addressing damaged lines. For a project, it can be useful to first identify the affected pipe, then discuss access needs and the repair approach that fits the observed condition.
Business description
We are an OSHA certified & trained in confined spaces to provide you with a non intrusive way to replace your sanitary lines underneath your home or business without disrupting your daily operations or way of living while we do the repairs or replacement of your sanitary lines.Home Insurance may cover most repairs.
Services
Listed services: Plumbing, Painting, Siding.
Explore the services below and confirm the scope of your project directly with the provider.
Video inspections
Camera inspections provide a view inside sewer pipes to help identify pipe condition and locate issues. The inspection information includes a recording and a sketch.
Cast iron pipe replacement
Replacement addresses aging or damaged cast iron sewer piping. The work includes underground access, pipe replacement, and backfilling.
LightRay pipelining
This pipe-repair option uses a liner cured with UV light and is suitable in certain conditions as an alternative to full cast iron pipe replacement.
Sewer cleaning and descaling
Sewer cleaning and descaling are available services for underground plumbing systems.
Tunnel excavation and backfilling
Tunnel excavation provides access to underground pipes, and backfilling is among the pipe-replacement work.
Start by locating the problem
For an underground sewer concern, it helps to separate what is known from what is suspected. Note the affected fixtures, when symptoms occur, and whether the issue returns after cleaning. A video inspection can help reveal pipe condition and location, which may make later conversations about repair options more specific. If possible, gather any past inspection records or notes about earlier work before discussing next steps.
Compare repair approaches against site constraints
Pipe replacement and pipelining address pipe problems differently. When weighing options, consider the affected section, access beneath the building, and whether excavation could interfere with landscaping or other features. These are useful questions to raise, not a guarantee that a particular approach will be suitable. Pipelining is an option in certain conditions, while replacement is another service.
Prepare for access and restoration discussions
Tunnel excavation and backfilling are part of the underground work. Before a project conversation, identify access points, nearby utilities or water lines if known, and any surfaces or planting that matter to you. Ask what areas may be disturbed and how the excavated space is expected to be filled. Clear expectations about access and restoration can help you assess the proposed scope.
Common customer requests
Inspect underground sewer pipes
Arrange a video inspection to understand the condition and location of underground sewer pipes.
Replace cast iron sewer lines
Ask about replacing aging or damaged cast iron sewer lines beneath a home or business.
Consider cast iron pipe pipelining
Explore whether pipelining may suit a damaged cast iron pipe where a full replacement may not be the preferred option.
Clean or descale sewer lines
Ask about cleaning or descaling a sewer line and what the work may involve.
Plan an underground pipe project
Discuss tunnel excavation, pipe access, replacement, and backfilling for an underground plumbing project.
Business details
Website: Visit Bob Smith Plumbing online
Services and specialties: Underground plumbing- pipe inspection & location, sewer cleaning, tunnel excavation, pipe replacement, backfilling
Services not offered: Above ground plumbing
Features: Free estimates, Warranties
Payment options: American Express, Check, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional business locations: 1901 NW 16th St. Pompano Beach, FL 33069
People associated with the business: George, Shawn, Juan, Chris, LightRay Pipelining, Loni, Desmond, Vinny, Carlos, Brian, Brad, Alex, Dave, Bob Smith Plumbing, Alphonso, Janine, Bob Smith
Business hours
- Friday
- 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Monday
- None
- Saturday
- 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Sunday
- None
- Thursday
- 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Service area
Service coverage includes Hialeah, FL, Dania, FL, Hallandale, FL, Hollywood, FL, Pembroke Pines, FL, Opa Locka, FL and 18 other communities. Coverage spans 190 ZIP codes; use the full coverage list below to check a specific location.
Service coverage includes 190 ZIP codes across 24 communities.
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- Hialeah, FL33002, 33010, 33011, 33012, 33013, 33014, 33015, 33016, 33017, 33018
- Dania, FL33004
- Hallandale, FL33008, 33009
- Hollywood, FL33019, 33020, 33021, 33022, 33023, 33024, 33025, 33026, 33027, 33029, 33081, 33083, 33084
- Pembroke Pines, FL33028, 33082
- Opa Locka, FL33054, 33055
- Miami Gardens, FL33056
- Pompano Beach, FL33060, 33061, 33062, 33063, 33064, 33065, 33066, 33067, 33068, 33069, 33071, 33072, 33073, 33074, 33076, 33077
- Coral Springs, FL33075
- Margate, FL33093
- Coconut Creek, FL33097
- Miami, FL33102, 33127, 33132, 33137, 33138, 33142, 33147, 33150, 33151, 33153, 33161, 33162, 33163, 33164, 33167, 33168, 33169, 33179, 33180, 33181, 33188, 33238, 33242, 33247, 33261, 33266, 33269, 33280
- Miami Beach, FL33109, 33119, 33139, 33140, 33141, 33154, 33239
- Key Biscayne, FL33149
- North Miami Beach, FL33160
- Fort Lauderdale, FL33301, 33302, 33303, 33304, 33305, 33306, 33307, 33308, 33309, 33310, 33311, 33312, 33313, 33314, 33315, 33316, 33317, 33318, 33319, 33320, 33321, 33322, 33323, 33324, 33325, 33326, 33327, 33328, 33329, 33330, 33331, 33332, 33334, 33335, 33336, 33337, 33338, 33339, 33340, 33345, 33346, 33348, 33349, 33351, 33355, 33359, 33394
- Plantation, FL33388
- West Palm Beach, FL33402, 33405, 33406, 33413, 33415, 33416
- Boynton Beach, FL33424, 33425, 33426, 33435, 33436, 33437, 33472, 33473, 33474
- Boca Raton, FL33427, 33428, 33429, 33431, 33432, 33433, 33434, 33464, 33481, 33486, 33487, 33488, 33496, 33497, 33498, 33499
- Deerfield Beach, FL33441, 33442, 33443
- Delray Beach, FL33444, 33445, 33446, 33448, 33482, 33483, 33484
- Lake Worth, FL33449, 33460, 33461, 33462, 33463, 33465, 33466, 33467
- Greenacres, FL33454
- Additional listed ZIP codes33107, 33110, 33148, 33159, 33447
Questions about Bob Smith Plumbing
What can a sewer video inspection show?
A video inspection uses a camera to view the inside of a sewer pipe and help identify the location and nature of a problem. Bob Smith Plumbing describes providing a recorded inspection and a sketch as part of its inspection information.
How does pipelining differ from cast iron pipe replacement?
Pipelining repairs a pipe from within, while replacement removes and installs pipe sections or a sewer system. Which approach is suitable depends on the pipe’s condition and the circumstances around access; an inspection can help clarify what needs attention.
What should I consider before underground pipe replacement?
The underground work includes tunnel excavation to reach pipes, followed by pipe work and backfilling. Before planning, consider noting nearby landscaping, hard surfaces, and areas that may need access so these constraints can be discussed.
Can I ask about sewer cleaning or descaling?
Sewer cleaning and descaling are available services. If a recurring blockage or slow drain prompted the request, note where and when it occurs; that information can help frame a discussion about whether cleaning, inspection, or another pipe service is relevant.
Could home insurance cover a sanitary-line repair?
Review the policy and speak with the insurer about the specific damage and proposed work.
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Last reviewed and updated November 07, 2026 by the Welcome to House Managers Editorial Team.