Service area
Hydro Jetting in Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles
Short answer: Sherman Oaks is in the City of Los Angeles, in the San Fernando Valley, so LASAN runs the sewer mains and the owner is responsible for the private lateral. The area was subdivided starting in 1927, so many homes have laterals that are decades old.
Sherman Oaks at a glance
- ZIP codes include 91401, 91403, 91413 and 91423
- 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 Sherman Oaks
The sewer mains under the streets in Sherman Oaks 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 Sherman Oaks and what it means for the sewer line
- Sherman Oaks was founded in 1927, when a developer subdivided about 1,000 acres.
- It covers about 9 square miles in the San Fernando Valley, and part of it reaches into the Santa Monica Mountains.
- Density was about 6,700 people per square mile in 2000, lower than most of central Los Angeles.
- About 59% of housing units were rented in 2000 data.
- Annual rainfall is about 17 inches, mostly from November through March.
Source is the Wikipedia article on Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles. In practice, lower density and single-family lots mean many homes have their own lateral, and older tree-lined lots often have roots in the line. San Fernando Valley sewage flows to treatment plants in Van Nuys and the Glendale area before it goes on to Hyperion (LA Sanitation).
Sewer line problems that can be common in Sherman Oaks
- Roots in laterals on older tree-lined lots.
- Original laterals from the mid-20th century.
- Hillside lots with long runs near the mountains.
- Garden-style apartment buildings sharing a lateral.
- Grease from restaurants along the commercial boulevards.
Every line is different. A camera shows what is actually in yours before anyone recommends a fix.
Services available in Sherman Oaks
- 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
Sherman Oaks gets about 17 inches of rain a year, mostly from November through March, with hot dry summers. Roots grow in dry months and can take up more of the pipe before 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 Sherman Oaks?
LASAN maintains the public sewer main. The lateral from your house to the main is generally the owner’s. A camera shows which part is blocked.
Do you serve Sherman Oaks?
Yes. We connect Sherman Oaks customers with Mike Anderson, who serves the area. Call (424) 421-1762.
What does hydro jetting cost in Sherman Oaks?
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 Sherman Oaks?
Call (424) 421-1762. We connect you with Mike, who gives you a written price first.