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Homeowners in Knoxville trust Tennessee Standard Plumbing for accurate underground drain location services that provide clear and reliable results. Our team uses precision diagnostics, advanced locating tools, and efficient field practices, backed by years of expertise.

If you’re dealing with recurring clogs, mystery backups, pooling water, or planning a dig, we’ll identify the exact route and depth of your buried drains.

Avoid costly excavation due to guesswork. Contact us today for a quote, and we’ll match the best locating method to your site and plumbing layout.

4 Steps. No Surprises.™
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Schedule Your Appointment

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Professional Evaluation

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Custom Pricing Options

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Expert Service Delivery

Why Professional Underground Drain
Location Matters

Drain lines can change direction under slabs, patios, and landscaping. Older homes may have undocumented tie-ins, abandoned runs, or mixed pipe materials, which complicate repairs. Without a verified map, projects take longer, demolition spreads, and the risk of damaging utilities or hardscapes increases.

Our process starts with verification. Licensed technicians use cameras, electronic tracers, and beacon sondes to confirm the location, route, and depth of your drains. With accurate data, we provide a safe, direct path for cleaning, repairs, or replacements.

When Knoxville Homeowners Should Schedule Underground Drain Location

If you experience any of these issues, it’s a good idea to schedule a professional drain location:

  • Recurring clogs or slow drains with no obvious cause

  • Sewer odors near slab penetrations or along suspected drain routes

  • Water pooling, soft ground, 
or unusually green patches, 
indicating a leak

  • Renovation plans involving
trenching, fence posts, or
new footings

  • Real estate transactions requiring
private lateral documentation

  • Hidden or missing cleanouts,
or uncertainty about old tie-ins

  • Camera footage showing
pipe defects but no marked
surface route

Professional water treatment protects plumbing, equipment, and the people relying on your facility.

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What Sets Tennessee Standard Plumbing Apart?
  • Highest rated plumbing company in Knoxville
  • Easy online booking & same-day service
  • 0% financing available
  • The owner is a fifth-generation master plumber
  • Smart, licensed plumbers you can trust
  • Surface protection
  • Quality craftsmanship
  • No surprises, just straight answers
Our Guarantees
  • We Own It Guarantee

    If something goes wrong with our workmanship, we make it right—no excuses, no runaround, even if it means covering the cost ourselves.

  • Upfront Pricing Guarantee

    You’ll always receive multiple options and a clear price before any work begins. Once you approve, that price won’t change.

  • On-Time Guarantee

    We respect your schedule. If we miss our arrival window, we waive the service fee.

Benefits of Routine Underground 
Drain Location Services
  • Minimize exploratory digging during repairs
  • Support contractors with accurate drain routes before construction begins
  • Speed up diagnoses by comparing new camera footage to previous maps
  • Lower the chance of damaging private laterals during landscaping or excavation
  • Provide clear records for real estate transactions and insurance claims
  • Create a maintenance roadmap highlighting optimal access points

We offer annual visits or a customized plan based on your property’s age, soil movement risks, and usage.

Real Reviews. Real Results. See Why Tennessee Homeowners & Businesses Trust Us
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The plumber who came out to our home, William Gough, was personable, professional, and knowledgeable. He talked us through the repair every step of the way. We will definitely call Tennessee Standard Plumbing for any further needs.

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- Lisa A.

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We contacted Tennessee Standard to replace the drain pipes in our home. When they came out to perform the replacement they also
checked our main sewer line, which was also 
in need of replacing. Patrick was able to
immediately work up an estimate for the
mainline repair and was able to fix…

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- Sharai K.

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We had multiple plumbing issues and Patrick Bordine was highly recommended. Not only did Patrick fix our issues, he shared his knowledge and provided multiple options. Since moving to TN and trying multiple plumbers, we have definitely found our “go to” plumber! Tennessee Standard and Patrick Bordine proved to be reliable and knowledgeable.

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- Penny A.

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Had an overall great and professional experience from first call to get scheduled all the way to the end in getting our kitchen draining issue resolved. Will definitely use them again and would refer them to anyone.

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- Jason S.

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Fix it Right the First Time.
Common Questions About Underground Drain
Location Services in Knoxville

A professional ensures accurate, efficient location of your drains, preventing costly excavation and potential damage to existing utilities. Using the right tools, experts can pinpoint the exact route and depth of your pipes, ensuring safe repairs.

Accurate drain location helps prevent unnecessary digging, protecting landscaping and utilities. It saves time, minimizes repairs, and makes future plumbing work more efficient and focused.

Yes! Our advanced tools, including cameras and electronic tracers, allow us to locate drains beneath driveways, patios, and landscaping without tearing up your property. We map precise routes to avoid unnecessary disruptions.

Without professional drain location, you risk damaging your plumbing, utilities, or hardscapes, leading to costly repairs, delays, and potential safety hazards. Accurate location ensures work is done correctly, avoiding extra costs.

We use high-tech tools like cameras, sonde beacon tracers, and electronic line tracing to confirm the route, depth, and condition of your drains. This provides a clear map for future repairs or maintenance.

Yes, we provide surface markouts with job-specific color codes and labels to clearly identify drain locations. This makes future maintenance, repairs, and access much easier.

Routine inspections are recommended, especially for older properties or areas with frequent digging. Regular location services help reduce unexpected issues and ensure your drain routes are up-to-date for any future projects.

If we discover problems, like collapsed pipes, leaks, or undocumented connections, we provide a detailed report. Our team will explain the findings and recommend the next steps for cleaning, repair, or replacement, based on the location and condition of your drains.