Service area
Hydro Jetting in Koreatown, Los Angeles
Short answer: Koreatown is in the City of Los Angeles, so LASAN runs the sewer mains and the owner is responsible for the private lateral. It is one of the densest neighborhoods in the United States, with many apartment buildings and 24-hour restaurants, so grease and shared lines matter.
Koreatown at a glance
- ZIP codes include 90005, 90006 and 90010
- Sewer mains: LASAN
- LASAN 24-hour line: 1-800-773-2489
- Camera first, then jetting
Call (424) 421-1762
Who handles a sewer problem in Koreatown
The sewer mains under the streets in Koreatown are part of the City of Los Angeles system, run by LA Sanitation (LASAN). Its customer line is 1-800-773-2489, open 24 hours. The private lateral that runs from your building to the main is generally the owner’s responsibility.
| Part of the system | Who handles it |
|---|---|
| Sewer main in the street | LA Sanitation (LASAN), 1-800-773-2489, 24 hours |
| Private lateral from your building to the main | The property owner, generally. See the LASAN sewer lateral rebate for repair help rules. |
| Drains and lines inside the building | The property owner or building manager |
If you are not sure which side the blockage is on, a camera answers it. See who is responsible for the sewer line and who to call by city.
Last updated October 2026.
About Koreatown and what it means for the sewer line
- The area is about 2.7 square miles with about 42,600 people per square mile in 2000, the highest density in the county.
- About 93% of housing units are rented.
- It has one of the largest concentrations of restaurants and 24-hour businesses in the country, along Wilshire, Olympic, Western and Vermont.
- Many Art Deco commercial buildings were preserved because they stayed in use.
- Average rainfall is about 15 inches a year, mostly from November through March.
Source is the Wikipedia article on Koreatown, Los Angeles. In practice, large apartment buildings and food businesses put heavy daily load on sewer lines. Grease is a common reason for repeat clogs. See restaurant hydro jetting.
Sewer line problems that can be common in Koreatown
- Grease from restaurants and shared kitchens.
- Large apartment buildings with one or two shared laterals.
- High daily load from many residents.
- Wipes and paper products in high-turnover rentals.
- Older commercial buildings with old pipe.
Every line is different. A camera shows what is actually in yours before anyone recommends a fix.
Services available in Koreatown
- Residential hydro jetting for houses, duplexes and small buildings.
- Sewer main line hydro jetting for the line that leaves the building.
- Commercial hydro jetting and restaurant line jetting.
- Root removal where roots have entered the pipe.
- Sewer camera inspection before and after cleaning.
- Cleanout installation where there is no access point.
- Emergency sewer backup response.
We are a referral service. Mike Anderson is the plumber who does the work. He has 12+ years of experience and speaks English and Spanish. Hours are 7 AM to 9 PM.
What a visit looks like
- You tell us the address and what the drains are doing.
- We connect you with Mike. You get a written price before any work starts.
- He checks the cleanout or access point and runs a camera if needed.
- He cleans the line with the nozzle and pressure that fit the pipe.
- He runs the camera again and shows you the result.
Prices depend on the line. For published market ranges, see the cost page.
Weather and your sewer line
Koreatown has dry summers and gets about 15 inches of rain a year, mostly from November through March. Dense areas with heavy pipe load can back up when flows rise in a storm. See rainy season sewer backups.
Before you call
- Note which drains are slow and when it started.
- Find your cleanout if you can. See how to find your cleanout.
- Stop heavy water use if more than one drain is slow.
- Do not pour chemical drain cleaner into a backed-up line.
- If sewage is coming up, see emergency sewer backup.
Common questions
Who is responsible for the sewer line in Koreatown?
LASAN maintains the public sewer main. The lateral from your building to the main is generally the owner’s. In an apartment building, tell the manager or owner.
Do you serve Koreatown?
Yes. We connect Koreatown customers with Mike Anderson, who serves the area. Call (424) 421-1762.
What does hydro jetting cost in Koreatown?
It depends on the pipe, access and what is in the line. You get a written price before work starts. Published market ranges are on the cost page.
Do you speak Spanish?
Yes. Mike speaks English and Spanish.
Is a camera inspection included?
A camera check before and after is the normal way to do the job. Ask for it when you request the quote.
Sewer problem in Koreatown?
Call (424) 421-1762. We connect you with Mike, who gives you a written price first.