At Bonfe Underground, we’re not your average plumbing company (though that’s where we began back in 1993!). We’re a local family-owned business built on a foundation of expertise and a genuine desire to help people. It all started with Wally Bonfe, his truck, and a dream – a dream that’s grown into a team of over 150 passionate individuals thanks to Wally’s dedication and his son Pete’s vision for a company that makes a difference. We’re sewer specialists, tackling everything from maintenance and repairs to trenchless sewer lining and excavations. Our team gets the job done right – the first time. But we know that exceptional service is more than just technical skill. At Bonfe Underground, it means treating everyone with respect – our team and our customers. With us, you can expect clear communication, upfront pricing, and a focus on getting your life back to normal, fast.
"Underground did a great job of clearing the line and grinding the inner surface of the sewer pipe"
Donald N on June 2024
At Bonfe Underground, we’re not your average plumbing company (though that’s where we began back in 1993!). We’re a local family-owned business built on a foundation of expertise and a genuine desire to help people. It all started with Wally Bonfe, his truck, and a dream – a dream that’s grown into a team of over 150 passionate individuals thanks to Wally’s dedication and his son Pete’s vision for a company that makes a difference. We’re sewer specialists, tackling everything from maintenance and repairs to trenchless sewer lining and excavations. Our team gets the job done right – the first time. But we know that exceptional service is more than just technical skill. At Bonfe Underground, it means treating everyone with respect – our team and our customers. With us, you can expect clear communication, upfront pricing, and a focus on getting your life back to normal, fast.
"Underground did a great job of clearing the line and grinding the inner surface of the sewer pipe"
Donald N on June 2024
Welcome to Colorful Beginnings! We’re Stephen and Liz Lelm, the proud owners of this family-operated remodeling company. With over fifteen years of experience, we’ve built our business on a shared passion for construction and design, focusing on residential remodeling projects in the cities north of the Twin Cities. At Colorful Beginnings, we’re a small team dedicated to delivering big results. From innovative designs to professional service, we work hard to make your remodeling experience seamless from start to finish. Whether it’s transforming your kitchen, bathroom, or entire home, we approach every project with honesty, expertise, and attention to detail. What sets us apart? You’ll always work directly with us—the owners. We personally handle every aspect of sales, design, and construction, ensuring your vision is brought to life with the care and quality you deserve. If you’re ready to start your next remodeling project, we’d love the opportunity to earn your trust and business. Thank you for considering Colorful Beginnings!
"Colorful Beginnings has out seeded my expectations. The project was completed on time and within budget."
Donald A on December 2024
Welcome to Colorful Beginnings! We’re Stephen and Liz Lelm, the proud owners of this family-operated remodeling company. With over fifteen years of experience, we’ve built our business on a shared passion for construction and design, focusing on residential remodeling projects in the cities north of the Twin Cities. At Colorful Beginnings, we’re a small team dedicated to delivering big results. From innovative designs to professional service, we work hard to make your remodeling experience seamless from start to finish. Whether it’s transforming your kitchen, bathroom, or entire home, we approach every project with honesty, expertise, and attention to detail. What sets us apart? You’ll always work directly with us—the owners. We personally handle every aspect of sales, design, and construction, ensuring your vision is brought to life with the care and quality you deserve. If you’re ready to start your next remodeling project, we’d love the opportunity to earn your trust and business. Thank you for considering Colorful Beginnings!
"Colorful Beginnings has out seeded my expectations. The project was completed on time and within budget."
Donald A on December 2024
We are a Licensed General Contractor specializing in home remodeling. We build additions, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and exterior projects like garages and decks. We do most of our work with our own employees. Thank you.
"Jake and the other workers did an incredible job replacing our entire main level! Would absolutely hire again."
Brandon B on October 2022
We are a Licensed General Contractor specializing in home remodeling. We build additions, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and exterior projects like garages and decks. We do most of our work with our own employees. Thank you.
"Jake and the other workers did an incredible job replacing our entire main level! Would absolutely hire again."
Brandon B on October 2022
Welcome to Watson's Appliance Parts & Service. We are a family-owned business located in Stillwater. We can service all of your household products as well as supply parts for do-it-yourselfers. No matter the brand we can service your appliances. Call us today and let us help you get back to your normal life without any hassle.
"Excellent service. Fast. Well done. Just expensive. It’s the market rate, I guess."
Julie R on September 2024
Welcome to Watson's Appliance Parts & Service. We are a family-owned business located in Stillwater. We can service all of your household products as well as supply parts for do-it-yourselfers. No matter the brand we can service your appliances. Call us today and let us help you get back to your normal life without any hassle.
"Excellent service. Fast. Well done. Just expensive. It’s the market rate, I guess."
Julie R on September 2024
McDonough’s is an integrity minded and safety conscious drain cleaning, water jetting and industrial vacuuming company. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"As a person in the plumbing trades both new construction and service work I have come to appreciate the skills of someone who does a craft full time and is encouraged to develop skills to make it “their” full time occupation and career. Drain cleaning is part of maintaining a plumbing system. It is a craft different than installing and repairing plumbing but it is just as important to do it correctly. The other values in McDonough’s services are several having the equipment and personnel trained and available is paramount to this no matter how big a job has gotten they have never stopped until it was completed! The other feature that is not fully understood by many is that it is always best to use someone that has only one purpose in mind and that is to get the drain cleaned and inspected and has no reason to up sell you on some repairs or replacement that you don’t need. That why we use them as a plumbing company and recommend them to our valued clients. Great company that invests in training, retaining and having the equipment that their service people need to be efficient, productive and provide the services that they are being relied on to provide."
John J on March 2023
McDonough’s is an integrity minded and safety conscious drain cleaning, water jetting and industrial vacuuming company. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"As a person in the plumbing trades both new construction and service work I have come to appreciate the skills of someone who does a craft full time and is encouraged to develop skills to make it “their” full time occupation and career. Drain cleaning is part of maintaining a plumbing system. It is a craft different than installing and repairing plumbing but it is just as important to do it correctly. The other values in McDonough’s services are several having the equipment and personnel trained and available is paramount to this no matter how big a job has gotten they have never stopped until it was completed! The other feature that is not fully understood by many is that it is always best to use someone that has only one purpose in mind and that is to get the drain cleaned and inspected and has no reason to up sell you on some repairs or replacement that you don’t need. That why we use them as a plumbing company and recommend them to our valued clients. Great company that invests in training, retaining and having the equipment that their service people need to be efficient, productive and provide the services that they are being relied on to provide."
John J on March 2023
Purpose Driven Restoration & Remodeling is an Elk River, MN-based, full-service general contractor specializing in replacing roofing, siding, windows, doors and gutters. This includes storm restoration and retail sales. It also designs and builds residential additions and does remodels kitchens, basements and bathrooms. The Purpose Driven name is rooted in its core value of treating customers right and doing the right thing. You can count on PDR for integrity, trust, honesty and quality. Family-Owned Purpose Driven Restoration & Remodeling is an A+ Accredited Business by the Better Business Bureau. Purpose Driven Restoration & Remodeling will stand by you after the storm and throughout the restoration and remodeling journey.
"We had our deck done by PDR. It is beautiful. The crew was friendly."
Greg C on August 2023
Purpose Driven Restoration & Remodeling is an Elk River, MN-based, full-service general contractor specializing in replacing roofing, siding, windows, doors and gutters. This includes storm restoration and retail sales. It also designs and builds residential additions and does remodels kitchens, basements and bathrooms. The Purpose Driven name is rooted in its core value of treating customers right and doing the right thing. You can count on PDR for integrity, trust, honesty and quality. Family-Owned Purpose Driven Restoration & Remodeling is an A+ Accredited Business by the Better Business Bureau. Purpose Driven Restoration & Remodeling will stand by you after the storm and throughout the restoration and remodeling journey.
"We had our deck done by PDR. It is beautiful. The crew was friendly."
Greg C on August 2023
Water Heaters Now! WHN WE SPECIALIZE IN REPLACING WATER HEATERS THE SAME DAY WHILE REPAIRING WHENEVER POSSIBLE. WHN offers Made in USA Bradford White but deals in all major brands of tank style water heaters. We are also a Rinnai TANKLESS dealer. WHN is locally owned and operated. WHN has been in the water heater repair and replacement business for over 10 years. We offer free estimates usually within 15 minutes. If you order by 2 PM, your water heater will be replaced the same day. WHN has a better than average warranty of 3 years on labor and 6 years Tank and parts when compared to industry standard 1 year parts and labor. Call, text, or email for a free quote within 15 minutes.
"Perfect. Bruce terrific.on time, polite, hardworking and excellent problem solving. Delivery driver work hard to help pulll tank out and help put in new one. Jon communicated through out project .great company, fair price."
Paul T on April 2025
Water Heaters Now! WHN WE SPECIALIZE IN REPLACING WATER HEATERS THE SAME DAY WHILE REPAIRING WHENEVER POSSIBLE. WHN offers Made in USA Bradford White but deals in all major brands of tank style water heaters. We are also a Rinnai TANKLESS dealer. WHN is locally owned and operated. WHN has been in the water heater repair and replacement business for over 10 years. We offer free estimates usually within 15 minutes. If you order by 2 PM, your water heater will be replaced the same day. WHN has a better than average warranty of 3 years on labor and 6 years Tank and parts when compared to industry standard 1 year parts and labor. Call, text, or email for a free quote within 15 minutes.
"Perfect. Bruce terrific.on time, polite, hardworking and excellent problem solving. Delivery driver work hard to help pulll tank out and help put in new one. Jon communicated through out project .great company, fair price."
Paul T on April 2025
**THANK YOU MINNESOTA FOR CHOOSING ST. CROIX KITCHEN & BATH! As a special thank you, WE EXTENDED OUR HOLIDAY SEASON OF GIVING! Contact us today to see how you can receive DOUBLE FREE UPGRADES with your kitchen, bathroom, or basement remodel! HURRY! appointments are filling up fast and this is a LIMITED TIME OFFER!!** Experience in installing Commercial and Residential Projects. Certified Licensed, Bonded, and Insured Plumbers, Electricians, and Laborers. WE PULL PERMITS, DON'T BE FOOLED BY CONTRACTORS THAT DON'T DO THE SAME. Commercial Grade Bathroom and Kitchen Products, State-Of-The-Art Resin Surface, Solid Surface, Luxury Tile, Cultured Stone, Quartz, and Granite. Non-Prorated Lifetime Warranty with One Additional Year if you Sell your House within Two Years of Purchase. We strive to stay in communication with our customers. Have a question about our professional update and remodeling services? We want to see if we can match your specific project needs. Send us a message. We're always happy to answer any questions about your update or remodeling project. Want to see us in action? Check out our YouTube page! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTjI7_AL5oXLYzVPegxJfCw
"Working with Kendra is awesome! Highly recommend her!"
Hunter M on March 2024
**THANK YOU MINNESOTA FOR CHOOSING ST. CROIX KITCHEN & BATH! As a special thank you, WE EXTENDED OUR HOLIDAY SEASON OF GIVING! Contact us today to see how you can receive DOUBLE FREE UPGRADES with your kitchen, bathroom, or basement remodel! HURRY! appointments are filling up fast and this is a LIMITED TIME OFFER!!** Experience in installing Commercial and Residential Projects. Certified Licensed, Bonded, and Insured Plumbers, Electricians, and Laborers. WE PULL PERMITS, DON'T BE FOOLED BY CONTRACTORS THAT DON'T DO THE SAME. Commercial Grade Bathroom and Kitchen Products, State-Of-The-Art Resin Surface, Solid Surface, Luxury Tile, Cultured Stone, Quartz, and Granite. Non-Prorated Lifetime Warranty with One Additional Year if you Sell your House within Two Years of Purchase. We strive to stay in communication with our customers. Have a question about our professional update and remodeling services? We want to see if we can match your specific project needs. Send us a message. We're always happy to answer any questions about your update or remodeling project. Want to see us in action? Check out our YouTube page! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTjI7_AL5oXLYzVPegxJfCw
"Working with Kendra is awesome! Highly recommend her!"
Hunter M on March 2024
Throughout history, plumbing has built a reputation for being expensive. Our goal is to break that trend and offer affordable solutions to every customer. We diagnose your issue and create customized options ranging from economy to premium. We don’t believe in “upselling” services you don’t need, or using high pressure sales tactics. We believe in Expert Quality, and Honest Prices.
"I was totally satisfied with Ruslan's work. He showed up on time. He was very knowledgeable. He did his work in a timely manner and answered all my questions. When I need more work done I will request Ruslan to do the work."
Glenn T on April 2025
Throughout history, plumbing has built a reputation for being expensive. Our goal is to break that trend and offer affordable solutions to every customer. We diagnose your issue and create customized options ranging from economy to premium. We don’t believe in “upselling” services you don’t need, or using high pressure sales tactics. We believe in Expert Quality, and Honest Prices.
"I was totally satisfied with Ruslan's work. He showed up on time. He was very knowledgeable. He did his work in a timely manner and answered all my questions. When I need more work done I will request Ruslan to do the work."
Glenn T on April 2025
American Sewer is your go-to plumbing and drain cleaning expert in the Twin Cities. With our exceptional service and competitive prices, we guarantee a great job every time. Don't wait, call us today for same day dispatch!
"On top of the excellent and efficient work, everyone we dealt with (the owner + 2 of his plumbers) was SO nice, friendly, and professional. From now on, we'll only call American Sewer! They were fantastic. ?"
Rachel A on February 2025
American Sewer is your go-to plumbing and drain cleaning expert in the Twin Cities. With our exceptional service and competitive prices, we guarantee a great job every time. Don't wait, call us today for same day dispatch!
"On top of the excellent and efficient work, everyone we dealt with (the owner + 2 of his plumbers) was SO nice, friendly, and professional. From now on, we'll only call American Sewer! They were fantastic. ?"
Rachel A on February 2025
Sewer line replacement typically costs between $50 and $250 per foot. The price depends on the material you choose and the complexity of the project. PVC pipes are more affordable, while copper pipes are more expensive. Factors like trenching requirements, how accessible your sewer line is, and labor rates in your area also affect the overall cost per foot.
A sewer sleeve is a method used to repair cracks or holes in existing sewer pipes without excavation. Professionals employ a cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining technique, where an epoxy-saturated liner is inserted into the damaged pipe to seal defects. This minimally invasive process avoids digging up your yard and is more cost-effective than replacing the entire pipe, extending the life of your sewer system.
Most newer homes use PVC and ABS piping because they're durable, have smooth interiors that prevent clogs, and are affordable. If your home is older, your pipes might be made of copper, Orangeburg, clay, cast iron, or even lead. It's important to have a plumber inspect your piping before handling it, as some older materials can contain toxic substances.
You can look for several signs to tell if your sewer pipes are damaged. Persistent clogs and frequent sewage backups are common indicators of a problem. Sudden increases in utility bills may signal a leak, while sulfur smells suggest sewage is not properly contained. Additionally, noticing sewage in your yard points to a possible sewer line break that requires immediate attention.
While not all plumbing work requires a permit, any work involving a sewer line is almost guaranteed to require permits in every town or city due to sanitary concerns and biohazard risks. Your plumbing pro can handle permits, or you can call or apply for a permit online at your city’s building department.
A clogged sewer line is generally not covered by standard homeowner's insurance policies. Insurance often excludes damage resulting from regular wear and tear or neglect. However, if the clog is due to sudden and accidental damage, such as tree roots infiltrating the line, some policies may offer coverage. It's important to review your policy or speak with your insurance provider to understand your specific coverage.