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Dallas Cast Iron Pipe Replacement: 2026 Cost Guide
Cast iron pipe replacement in Dallas costs $9,000-$28,000 for most homes. The average Dallas homeowner pays $13,000-$20,000. 60% of Dallas replacements use trenchless methods.
$9k-$28k
Full Replacement Cost
$13k-$20k
Average Cost
60%
Use Trenchless
1-3 days
Typical Timeline
Dallas Cast Iron Pipe Statistics (2026)
70%
of Dallas homes built before 1985 have cast iron pipes
38 years
average age of Dallas homes with cast iron (built 1960s-1980s)
65-110 ft
typical pipe length in Dallas homes
Dallas Clay Soil is Hard on Cast Iron Pipes
Dallas sits on expansive Blackland Prairie clay that swells when wet and shrinks when dry, putting constant stress on rigid cast iron pipes. Combined with mature tree roots in established neighborhoods like Highland Park, Lakewood, and Lake Highlands, cast iron pipes often deteriorate faster. If your home was built before 1980, schedule an inspection.
⚠️ Warning Signs
Signs You Need to Replace Cast Iron Pipes in Dallas
Dallas homes built before 1980 in neighborhoods like Highland Park, University Park, Lakewood, Lake Highlands, and Preston Hollow often have cast iron pipes that are 45-75 years old—past their expected lifespan. Watch for these warning signs:
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Frequent Drain Clogs
Multiple drains backing up simultaneously indicates widespread pipe damage
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Sewage Odors
Sulfur or rotten egg smells signal cracks in your cast iron sewer line
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Slow Drains Throughout House
All drains affected (not just one) points to main line issues
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Wet Spots in Yard
Unexplained soggy areas near your sewer line path
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Foundation Issues
Dallas clay soil + leaking pipes = serious foundation problems
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Tree Root Problems
Mature oaks seeking water often invade aging cast iron pipes
If you notice these signs, schedule a cast iron pipe camera inspection immediately.
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50 ft
Average home: 50-100 ft of main sewer line
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Estimated Total Cost
$9,450 - $22,050
($189 - $441 per linear foot)
Pipe Length50 ft
Access Difficultymoderate
Timelinenormal
Methodtraditional
LocationDallas, TX
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📊 2026 Pricing Data
Dallas Cast Iron Pipe Replacement Costs by Home Size
Updated February 2026 based on 45 recent Dallas projects
| Home Size | Method | Dallas Average Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1,200 sq ft | Trenchless | $11,000-$15,000 |
| 1,800 sq ft | Trenchless | $15,000-$22,000 |
| 2,500 sq ft | Traditional | $20,000-$28,000 |
Replacement Methods & Costs Per Foot
| Method | Cost/Foot |
|---|---|
| CIPP Lining | $85-$155/ft |
| Pipe Bursting | $105-$210/ft |
| Traditional Excavation | $155-$270/ft |
Additional Costs to Consider:
- • Camera Inspection: $200-$400 (recommended first)
- • Dallas City Permit: $150-$300 (included in most quotes)
- • Clay Soil Excavation: +$2,000-$5,500 if heavy clay encountered
- • Yard Restoration: $500-$2,200 (traditional method only)
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Recent Cast Iron Pipe Projects in Dallas
47 projects completed this month by our verified specialists
JD
📍 Travis Heights, Dallas
2 days ago
Type
Full replacement
Length
75 ft
Method
Trenchless
“Quick turnaround and minimal disruption to our yard. Very happy with the results!”
SM
📍 Allandale, Dallas
5 days ago
Type
Partial replacement
Length
40 ft
Method
Traditional
“Professional team, fair pricing. Highly recommend!”
RK
📍 Hyde Park, Dallas
1 week ago
Type
Full replacement
Length
90 ft
Method
Trenchless
“Great work on a complex job. Our 1960s home is now modernized.”
AL
📍 Tarrytown, Dallas
1 week ago
Type
Camera inspection + repair
Length
25 ft
Method
Spot repair
“Found the exact problem and fixed it same day. Saved us thousands!”
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Legacy Plumbing
4.9(4,285 reviews)
Legacy Plumbing, now part of Ace Hardware Home Services, is an award-winning plumber serving North Texas since 2007. With a 4.9-star rating from 4,200+ customers, they specialize in cast iron pipe replacement, slab leak detection, and complete repiping for Dallas-area homes built before 1980. Their licensed technicians use advanced camera inspection to diagnose aging sewer systems.
✓ Licensed✓ Insured
- cast iron replacement
- slab leak detection
- repiping
📍 Serves: Dallas, Frisco, Plano, McKinney
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Accurate Leak and Line - Dallas
4.9(85 reviews)
Accurate Leak and Line is Dallas's leader in trenchless plumbing technology, specializing in cast iron pipe replacement and slab leak repair. With a 4.89-star rating and A+ BBB rating, their master plumbers use noninvasive techniques that cause no cosmetic damage to your home. Serving Dallas, Garland, and North Dallas since the 1990s.
✓ Licensed✓ InsuredTrenchless
- cast iron replacement
- trenchless plumbing
- slab leak repair
📍 Serves: Dallas, Garland, North Dallas, Irving
In-House Plumbing Company
4.8(320 reviews)
In-House Plumbing Company is Dallas's trusted expert for cast iron pipe replacement, with an A+ BBB rating. They specialize in complete cast iron to PVC conversions, rerouting options, and under-slab repairs for homes built before the 1980s. Their licensed plumbers provide thorough assessments and solutions tailored to your budget.
✓ Licensed✓ Insured
- cast iron replacement
- sewer repair
- water line repair
📍 Serves: Dallas, Richardson, Plano, North Dallas
Tribeca Plumbing Inc.
4.7(180 reviews)
Tribeca Plumbing provides expert cast iron pipe replacement and trenchless sewer repair throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Their experienced team handles under-house repipe projects, tunneling beneath structures to remove old cast iron and install new PVC. Known for handling complex residential and commercial projects.
✓ Licensed✓ InsuredTrenchless
- cast iron replacement
- trenchless sewer repair
- repiping
📍 Serves: Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Coppell
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Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Electrical
4.6(890 reviews)
Baker Brothers has been serving Dallas families since 1945—nearly 80 years of trusted service. As pioneers in sewer video inspection technology in Texas, they're experts in cast iron pipe diagnostics and slab leak repair. Their licensed plumbers provide comprehensive forensic plumbing investigations and complete pipe replacement services.
✓ Licensed✓ Insured
- cast iron replacement
- slab leak repair
- video inspection
📍 Serves: Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Arlington
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Repipe Specialists - Dallas
4.8(450 reviews)
Repipe Specialists focuses exclusively on repiping—they don't do anything else. With 75,000+ repipes completed since 1991, they're Dallas's drain-waste-vent experts. They replace deteriorating cast iron and clay pipes with modern PVC, eliminating recurring backups and sewage odors. Often complete projects in just 1 day at half the cost of regular plumbers.
✓ Licensed✓ Insured
- cast iron replacement
- complete repiping
- drain-waste-vent replacement
📍 Serves: Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Frisco
Staggs Plumbing
4.8(210 reviews)
Staggs Plumbing provides top-rated slab leak repairs and cast iron pipe replacement in Dallas, Plano, and Fort Worth. Their licensed Master Plumbers (License M-17697) specialize in piping and repiping for homes with aging cast iron systems. They offer comprehensive leak detection, sewer line repair, and emergency plumbing services.
✓ Licensed✓ Insured
- cast iron replacement
- slab leak repair
- repiping
📍 Serves: Dallas, Plano, Fort Worth, Rockwall
C&C Slab Leaks and Plumbing
4.7(165 reviews)
C&C Slab Leaks and Plumbing is a family-owned company proudly serving the Dallas community since 1993—over 30 years of slab leak expertise. They specialize in cast iron pipe issues, slab leak detection, and under-slab repairs. Their experienced team provides honest assessments and reliable solutions for aging plumbing systems.
✓ Licensed✓ Insured
- slab leak repair
- cast iron replacement
- leak detection
📍 Serves: Dallas, Irving, Grand Prairie, Mesquite
Total Plumbing Service Inc.
4.6(140 reviews)
Established in 1996, Total Plumbing Service has proudly served the Dallas area and surrounding communities for nearly 30 years. They specialize in slab leak repair and cast iron pipe replacement. All service technicians are background checked, and they serve Rockwall, Plano, Richardson, Garland, and beyond.
✓ Licensed✓ Insured
- slab leak repair
- cast iron replacement
- drain cleaning
📍 Serves: Dallas, Rockwall, Plano, Richardson
C&E Pipe Services
4.7(95 reviews)
C&E Pipe Services specializes in professional sewer line replacement throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. They focus on replacing outdated cast iron and clay pipes with modern materials, addressing frequent plumbing issues caused by deteriorating pipes. Their team provides trenchless solutions when possible to minimize property disruption.
✓ Licensed✓ Insured
- sewer line replacement
- cast iron replacement
- trenchless repair
📍 Serves: Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Irving
Rodgers Plumbing
4.5(78 reviews)
Rodgers Plumbing offers comprehensive slab leak detection and cast iron pipe repair services in Dallas. Their fully insured and professionally trained plumbers use advanced equipment to find the source of slab leaks and provide reliable repair solutions. Serving the Dallas community with honest, dependable service.
✓ Licensed✓ Insured
- slab leak detection
- cast iron repair
- drain cleaning
📍 Serves: Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, North Dallas
Mother Modern Plumbing
4.8(245 reviews)
Mother Modern Plumbing provides professional yard sewer repair and cast iron pipe replacement throughout Dallas-Fort Worth. Known for professionalism, efficiency, and fair prices. Their technicians arrive on time, clearly explain issues, and provide detailed estimates. Specializing in residential sewer line repairs and replacements.
✓ Licensed✓ Insured
- sewer repair
- cast iron replacement
- yard sewer repair
📍 Serves: Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Plano
The Leak Whisperers
4.9(120 reviews)
The Leak Whisperers specialize in finding and fixing hard-to-detect leaks in Dallas homes, including cast iron pipe issues. Using advanced leak detection technology, they locate slab leaks, under-slab pipe problems, and hidden water damage. Their expert diagnosis helps homeowners make informed decisions about pipe repair vs. replacement.
✓ Licensed✓ Insured
- leak detection
- slab leak repair
- cast iron inspection
📍 Serves: Dallas, Plano, Richardson, Garland
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NHP Plumbing (Nick's House of Plumbing)
4.6(185 reviews)
NHP Plumbing has been providing honest service and quality plumbing to the Dallas/Fort Worth area since 1987—nearly 40 years of experience. They specialize in cast iron pipe repair and replacement, offering reliable solutions for homes with aging sewer systems. Family-owned with a commitment to customer satisfaction.
✓ Licensed✓ Insured
- cast iron pipe repair
- sewer line replacement
- drain cleaning
📍 Serves: Dallas, Fort Worth, Irving, Arlington
Sailor's Air & Plumbing
4.7(290 reviews)
Sailor's Air & Plumbing provides comprehensive sewer line repair throughout Dallas-Fort Worth. They specialize in assessing and replacing outdated clay or cast iron sewer lines that have corroded and cracked. If your home is 30+ years old, they offer thorough assessments to determine if your cast iron pipes need replacement.
✓ Licensed✓ Insured
- sewer line repair
- cast iron replacement
- drain cleaning
📍 Serves: Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Frisco
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Dallas Cast Iron Pipe Replacement Costs
Average costs to replace cast iron pipes in the Dallas area (2026 pricing)
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Camera Inspection Video inspection to assess cast iron pipe condition | $200 - $450 |
| Spot Repair Fix localized damage in cast iron sewer line | $800 - $3,500 |
| Partial Replacement Replace damaged sections of cast iron pipes | $5,000 - $15,000 |
| Full Replacement (Traditional) Complete cast iron pipe replacement with tunneling | $12,000 - $30,000 |
| Full Replacement (Trenchless) Trenchless cast iron pipe replacement, minimal digging | $15,000 - $45,000 |
* Prices based on 2026 Dallas market data. Actual cost to replace cast iron pipes varies based on home size, pipe accessibility, and Dallas's clay soil conditions. Get free quotes for an accurate estimate.
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- • 1970s-1980s homes most affected
- • Trenchless options preserve yards
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- • Older original Frisco homes affected
- • Newer areas typically have PVC
- • 24/7 emergency service
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- • Historic downtown homes
- • Highly-rated local plumbers
- • Cast iron to PVC specialists
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Dallas Cast Iron Pipe Replacement FAQ (2026)
Common questions about cast iron pipe replacement costs, methods, and timelines in Dallas, TX
The cost to replace cast iron pipes in Dallas ranges from $150-$1,000 per linear foot depending on the method used. For a typical Dallas home, full cast iron sewer line replacement costs $10,000-$20,000 with traditional excavation (tunneling), or $12,000-$30,000 for trenchless pipe bursting/lining. A camera inspection to assess your cast iron pipe condition costs $200-$450. Many Dallas plumbers offer free quotes and 0% financing options.
Yes! Homes built in Dallas between 1950-1980 very commonly have cast iron drain pipes. Neighborhoods like Highland Park, University Park, Lakewood, Lake Highlands, Preston Hollow, Oak Lawn, and North Dallas are particularly likely to have cast iron sewer lines. If your Dallas home was built before 1980 and you haven't had the pipes replaced, there's a good chance you have cast iron that's now 45-75 years old—well past its typical lifespan.
Common signs you need cast iron pipe replacement in Dallas include: frequent drain clogs affecting multiple fixtures, sewage odors (sulfur/rotten egg smell), slow drains throughout the house, wet spots in your yard near the sewer line, foundation cracks from leaking pipes, and pest problems (cockroaches, rats entering through cracks). Dallas homeowners should also watch for slab leak indicators like warm spots on floors or unexplained water bill increases.
Dallas sits on expansive clay soil that swells when wet and shrinks when dry. This constant movement puts stress on rigid cast iron pipes, causing cracks, joint separation, and 'bellies' (low spots). Combined with the area's mature trees sending roots into sewer lines, Dallas cast iron pipes often deteriorate faster than in other Texas cities. This is why many Dallas plumbers recommend trenchless methods to avoid repeated excavation in challenging soil.
The City of Dallas requires permits for plumbing work that involves replacing drain lines or cast iron sewer pipes. Permit costs typically range from $75-250 depending on the scope of work. Licensed Dallas plumbers handle all permit paperwork, scheduling, and city inspections for you—the permit cost is usually included in their quote for cast iron pipe replacement.
Trenchless cast iron pipe replacement in Dallas uses minimally invasive methods to replace your sewer line without digging up your yard. The two main methods are: pipe bursting (breaking the old cast iron while pulling new pipe through) and pipe lining/CIPP (inserting a resin-coated liner that hardens inside the old pipe). Trenchless replacement costs $12,000-$30,000 in Dallas but saves your landscaping, driveway, and typically completes in 1-2 days versus a week for traditional tunneling.
Dallas neighborhoods with the most cast iron pipe problems are those built between 1950-1980 with older housing stock: Highland Park, University Park, Lakewood, Lake Highlands, Preston Hollow, Oak Lawn, Bluffview, Greenway Parks, and older parts of North Dallas. These areas have homes 45-75 years old with original cast iron sewer lines that are past their expected lifespan. Newer areas like Far North Dallas typically have PVC pipes.
Yes, many Dallas plumbers offer financing options for cast iron pipe replacement projects. Common options include 0% interest for 12-24 months, low monthly payment plans, and same-as-cash financing. Some Dallas plumbing companies also accept credit cards. Since cast iron pipe replacement costs $10,000-$30,000, financing makes this essential repair more manageable for Dallas homeowners.
Sources & References:
- • City of Dallas Building Code Chapter 51 (Plumbing)
- • Dallas County Building Permits Database
- • Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners
- • Dallas Blackland Prairie Soil Foundation Guidelines
- • Pricing data from 45 verified Dallas projects (January-February 2026)
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