There are a few different reasons that your sewer line may be damaged and knowing how sewer lines get damaged can help you prevent future problems. Here are some of the most common causes of broken sewer lines and sewer line damage:
- Lack of maintenance for your sewer line or pipes
- A buildup of gunk in the pipes, like hair, soap, fat, oil, grease, toilet paper, and other sludge
- One or more tree roots that have intruded on the sewer line and caused damage
- Consistent freezing and thawing of the ground
- Regular or heavy earth movement from traffic, construction, or earthquakes
- Age-related wear and tear on the pipes
- Improper sewer pipe layout, installation, or design
- Significant backup from the city’s sewer line
Our Residential Sewer Line Repair Options
If you’ve noticed any of the warning signs of a sewer line problem or broken sewer pipe, don’t worry! We can determine the extent of the problem and find a fast, cost-effective sewer line repair solution that works for you. We specialize in residential sewer line repair that is quick, easy, and as non-intrusive as possible so we can maximize convenience and minimize downtime. Here’s a look at our innovative residential sewer line repair options:
- Pipe Relining - If you need new pipes, we can find the easiest, least invasive way to provide them. Our innovative pipe relining process allows us to give you new pipes from the inside out by using a sleeve lining to prevent pipe cracks and breaks. We first completely clean out the pipe and then apply a quick-hardening lining. Unlike traditional pipe repair and replacement, this method of sewer line repair is much faster, easier, cheaper, and less invasive.
- Burst Pipe Hydraulic Replacement - If your sewer pipe is too damaged for pipe relining, we can pull a new sewer pipe through the old one to fully replace your pipes. This technique is also minimally disruptive and trenchless, and we use hydraulics to carefully break apart the damaged pipes to replace them with new ones.
- Pipe Maintenance - Our preventative pipe maintenance services can prevent costly sewer line damage from occurring in the first place. We specialize in sewer line inspections and residential drain cleaning services that can clear out gunk and debris, identify early warning signs of problems, and prevent clogs, breaks, and damage. Just ask us about our Advantage Plan and how it can help you save money on plumbing services year-round.