Sewer Lateral Replacements
Sewer problems always come as a surprise if not enough attention is paid to it on a regular basis, either at your home or at commercial places. We at Plumbing Care Inc. offer a customized solution to every sewer problem and provide you instant solutions which are sustainable and affordable too.
We have specialists in the repair and maintenance of sewer lines who help us to overcome any difficult situation with ease by their professionalism and expertise towards the job.
The condition of your sewer lateral determines where your home or commercial wastewater ends up and whether the groundwater or rain runoff waters are able to enter the sewer lateral pipe.
Failure usually starts with cracks or blockages in the pipes. Some of the common causes of sewer lateral failures are:
- Natural erosion caused by wastewater.
- Pipe corrosion, calcification, and scale build-up in the pipes.
- Due to shifting soil.
- Tree root intrusions may also cause severe damages to the pipes.
Different types of pipes can have an impact on the lifespan of a sewer lateral. Do you know what material your pipes are constructed with?
Clay pipe – A common material used, with a limited lifespan. The old hub and spigot joints can fail which leads to the pipeline to break.
Cast iron pipe - These pipes are more common nowadays. They can have a lifespan of 30- 50 years.
High-density polyethylene (HDPE) - This is another material which is gaining in popularity for sewer laterals. This is due to its durability, affordability, easier to repair, and it can easily last for a very long time and sometimes even 100+ years of service life.
What are the common problems caused by a broken sewer lateral?
- Sewer backups, a widely occurring problem and it might be very difficult to go past.
- Contamination of soil and local watersheds from sewage leakage
- Excess wastewater polluting the local bodies of water leads to sewer blockage.
- Raw sewage overflow which may be caused by water intrusion and root growths as well.
