A Guide to Repairing Underground Sewer Pipes

How to Fix an Underground Sewer Pipe

Most homeowners would prefer to avoid the topic of sewer lines and sewage, but just because it’s not at the top of the list of conversation topics doesn’t mean it is any less important. Sewer pipes, after all, have the crucial task of transporting waste and water away from the home for safe disposal, but what happens when these pipelines experience a problem? In scenarios like these, homeowners must first understand how to spot a sewer line problem and then know what is done to address it, including trenchless sewer repair and epoxy pipe lining.

How to Tell if Sewer Line Repair Is Needed

Because sewer lines are below ground and cannot be visually inspected by homeowners, they must rely on the following signs to alert them that it’s time for sewer line repair:

• Water drains slowly: Drains that are slow to clear or those that won’t drain and create standing water could indicate a sewer line clog or a broken sewer pipe blocking water from flowing unimpeded through the pipes. 
• Gurgling noises from the toilet: If gurgling sounds occur after a toilet has been flushed, this could be another sign that the pipes are clogged or broken. 
• Unexplained puddles in the yard: Puddles of sewage in the yard are a sign that the sewer pipe is broken or leaking underground and is making its way to the surface.
• Sewage smells: If sewage smells are noticed inside or outside the home, it’s a sign of sewer line problems, like a broken and leaking sewer line. 
• Water or sewage backing up: A clog or break in the sewer line could also cause water and sewage to back up into toilets and drains. 
• Presence of pests: The appearance of pests in the home or yard could be another sign that there is a sewage leak or break. 

Why Underground Pipe Repair Should Be Done by Professionals

Homeowners are highly discouraged from fixing sewer line problems themselves. DIY sewer line repair can lead to additional problems because homeowners lack the experience or access to specialized tools that make professional sewer line repairs so effective and accurate.  

Not only are sewer lines difficult to view and access, but they also require specialized knowledge and equipment to repair successfully. Professionals can use equipment like sewer video inspection cameras, hydrojetting equipment, and other supplies to clear clogs and perform repairs on underground sewer lines without digging trenches to prevent digging and damage to property. 

Sewer lines also carry waste that can harm a person’s health. Without the proper knowledge and experience to handle its repair, people may be putting themselves in danger by exposing themselves to these unsanitary conditions. They may also be unwittingly making matters worse or exacerbating the problem. A professional, on the other hand, will be able to do the job more safely and thoroughly, with fewer errors, and at a much quicker rate than a DIY job can.

Solutions for Sewer Line Repairs

The location of sewer lines underground has meant that traditional methods of repair can involve a large amount of digging to gain access to the pipes underground but with advances in technology, sewer line repair has evolved from exclusively digging trenches for repairs to being able to repair sewer pipes without having to dig. These non-invasive methods of repair are called trenchless sewer line repair. 

One method of trenchless sewer line repairs is a process called epoxy pipe lining. Epoxy pipe lining allows for fixing damaged pipes without removing the existing pipe. Instead, it creates a new, durable pipe within the old pipe by coating the inside with an epoxy resin that sets and seals any holes or leaks.

This method has quickly become a preferred option for pipe repair, and it is easy to see why. Trenchless sewer repairs are quicker and minimally invasive, allowing homeowners to speed up the process of pipe repair while protecting their property from the costly damage that can result from trench digging.

About Royal Flush: Next Gen Pipelining

Royal Flush: Next Gen Pipelining is a family-owned pipelining company that has been serving East Providence and the surrounding areas for more than 30 years. They provide state-of-the-art technology, personal attention, and timely job completion. Call them for epoxy pipe lining and trenchless pipe repair services in East Providence, RI. 

Contact Information:

Royal Flush: Next Gen Pipelining

30 Risho Ave
East Providence, RI 02914
United States

John Overy
(401) 431-9117
https://royalflushpipelining.com/