Looking for a sewer line contractor in Shreveport, LA? Describe your project once and up to three licensed sewer contractors who work in Shreveport and Caddo Parish get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Shreveport is home to about 176,578 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a shrinking community (−5.8% since 2020). With 1,632 people per sq mi, it is a suburban area. Aging clay and cast iron laterals, tree roots and settling soils keep local sewer contractors busy with repairs and replacements.
Shreveport at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 176,578 (−5.8% since 2020)
- Rank in Louisiana
- 3rd of 304 cities and towns
- Land area
- 108 sq mi
- Population density
- 1,632 people per sq mi (suburban)
- Type
- City (Shreveport city)
- Main county
- Caddo Parish
What to check before hiring in Shreveport
- License and permit: in Louisiana, sewer lateral work is done by a licensed plumber or contractor under a city or county permit.
- Method: ask whether lining, pipe bursting or excavation fits your line, and why.
- Price drivers: depth and length of the line, the method, driveways or trees in the way, and the connection at the street.
- Same job for every bid: share the camera video so all contractors quote the same scope.
Useful official resources
Services available in Shreveport
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Trenchless sewer replacement or lining
Pipe bursting or cured-in-place lining of the sewer lateral with minimal digging.
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Sewer line replacement by excavation
Traditional replacement of the sewer lateral in an open trench, with the permit and inspection.
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Sewer spot repair
Repair of one damaged section located by a camera inspection.
Frequently asked questions in Shreveport
How much does sewer line replacement cost in Shreveport, LA?
It varies widely with the length and depth of the line and the method. Describe the problem: contractors who serve Shreveport reply with a quote.
Is trenchless always cheaper?
Not always, but it avoids tearing up a lawn, a driveway or landscaping. Ask for both options when the line allows it.
How long does the work take?
Often one to three days for a residential lateral, plus the permit and inspection.
Which licensed sewer contractors will contact me?
Up to three independent licensed sewer contractors who serve Shreveport and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.