Sewer Line Repair Victoria

The most painfully obvious sign that sewer line replacement is in your near future is a big plumbing disaster, like a sewage backup. But those types of catastrophes are usually preceded by more subtle warning signs of trouble. That can include signs such as:

• Lush patches of grass or water pooling on the lawn
• Sewage smells in your basement or yard
• Multiple clogs and recurring clogs in your drains throughout your property
• Water damage inside your home
• A higher-than-expected water bill
• You are in an older home with outdated sewer lines
• You notice flooding or standing water in your sinks, basement, or yard

As convenient, effective, and noninvasive as trenchless sewer line replacement and repair techniques are, there are some situations where they just can't be utilized. Two scenarios we sometimes encounter are:

1. The existing line is damaged to the point where it has completely collapsed. Trenchless methods rely on using the space where the existing line was or still is. If there's nothing but soil and pipe fragments, there's nowhere to put the new line, and a trench will have to be dug.
2. The existing trench doesn't meet minimum slope requirements. Water moves downhill, so when sewage lines are installed, they need to meet certain slope requirements in order to keep wastewater moving in the right direction. If your current line doesn't have sufficient slope, we can't simply insert a new line because the same problem will occur again, so it's necessary to dig a trench with the correct slope.

Unfortunately, yes. Orangeburg pipes, which are called that because they were mostly manufactured in Orangeburg, NY, are made from compressed wood pulp fiber imbued with liquified coal tar pitch.

They were made to last 50 years, but some lines failed after only about 30 years. Plumbers stopped installing Orangeburg lines in the 1970s, so if you've still got them, they are past their expiration date and will soon be causing serious trouble for your property if they aren't replaced.

Trees are constantly in search of their next water source. Their roots spread wide underneath the ground. If they are planted near a sewer or water line, they may attempt to get in through the small cracks and spaces within the pipes. They work their way in to suck up all the water, but inevitably, their roots cause blockages and even collapse your pipes. It is important not to plant trees or large shrubs near water lines.

It is not recommended to do your own sewer line repair or sewer line replacement. Victoria plumbers have years of training to be able to properly handle the complex nature of sewer lines, which run throughout your property and involve hazardous gases.

Improper repairs can cause more harm than good, potentially causing further damage to your plumbing system. We have professional tools and all the expertise required to perform your repairs safely and efficiently. Outside of remedying the odd clog, leave it to the experts for your sewer line services.

Does your property in Victoria, Sidney, Sooke, Colwood, Saanich, or beyond need trenchless sewer line repair? The solution is simple—contact the expert plumbers at Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Victoria.

Pick up the phone and get in touch with us to schedule a convenient appointment for anything from trenchless pipe repairs to routine drain cleaning. We look forward to showing you why we're Victoria's first choice for reliable trenchless sewer line replacement.