Sewer Line Replacement – Is It Safe?
What are sewer lines?
In short, sewer lines are the pipes that move waste away from the drains in a building. Most homes have a main sewer line in the form of a large-diameter pipe, which is linked to your sinks, toilets and showers through connecting branches.
In homes built after the 1970s, these pipes are typically made of plastic, while older homes may have clay, cast iron or fibre conduit pipes.
Why should I replace my sewer lines?
Needless to say, keeping sewer lines in good condition is critical to making sure your waste water is funnelled away from your house. Signs of a problem can range from water failing to drain in your sinks or the toilet refusing to flush, to more unpleasant situations like waste backing up from your drains or rising smells in your yard.
Over time, pipes can break, collapse or become misaligned. There are numerous reasons for this, including aging materials, tree roots, or shifts in the earth.
Regardless of the cause, a damaged sewer line will eventually start playing havoc on your home. As with most drainage issues,
It is worth knowing that replacing sewer lines isn’t always your only option. In some cases, no-dig pipe relining may be a better solution. A drainage professional can advise you on whether this is suitable in your situation.
Is it safe to replace sewer lines?
Replacing sewer lines is a complex operation, requiring an in-depth understanding not only of plumbing, but also of how the replacement process relates to other factors like building structures, soil conditions and underground utility lines. Specialist equipment and excavation knowledge is required.
On top of that, there are health and safety risks involved in working on sewer lines, as well as council regulations and building codes, all of which DIY-ers may not be aware of.
In short, sewer line and drain replacement are jobs best left to licensed professionals with a comprehensive understanding of risk factors. If carried out correctly using best practice techniques and equipment, the replacement process is safe and will deliver long-lasting results for your home’s drainage system.
Get the right advice
Undertaking a main sewer line replacement is not something to be taken lightly, as it’s not cheap and usually quite disruptive to your home and outdoor landscaping. In some situations, though, it’s the only solution. You should seek professional advice to find out if this is the case.
The technicians at Drain Pro are equipped with CCTV camera technology, which enables us to see what’s going on in your piping before resorting to excavations. If you do need a line replacement, our team can then explain what’s involved and get the process moving in the right direction.
To have your pipes looked at, give us a call on 1300 620 273 now, or fill out our online form.
Enquire Now
TESTIMONIALS
we are very happy with a job well done by Nick! With a fixed price, i knew exactly what it was going to cost me before he arrived. He assessed the problem quickly then dropped a camera in the drain and explained everything to us as he worked! We could see with our own eyes that the drains were free of roots and squeeky clean by the time he had finished! Thank you Nick for a job well done!
(Testimonial from Google)
Wouldn't call anyone else! Spoke with Jim on the phone, he was easy to talk to, honest and knew what he was talking about. Nick was here on time and did his work with pride and care. He explained everything as the work was done and had my problem solved in no time at all. He was even able to check out some other issues and help to fix them as well. I have no doubt that if any problems came up during the work, Drainpro would have the tools and experience to get the job done right the first time for a fair price!
Great company, Great people & Great service!
(Testimonial from Google)
I highly recommend Drainpro. A week ago Jim from Drainpro attended to my drain blockage issue. He took the time to diagnose the problem (due to tree roots), fixed the problem and gave me great advice on how to manage my drains instead of lining it or digging it out and replacing which are very time consuming, costly and not to mention not suitable recommendation for my drains which are still in a reasonably good condition. He took the time also to call and logged a job with my water authority to ensure that they come out to also clear the council drain of roots which is the main cause of the blockage. All this done at a very reasonable price. I have used other plumbers before but Jim from Drainpro is by far the best I have encountered. Jim is very passionate about his work, he is prompt, professional and friendly. I will definitely use him again for my drains issue in the future. Keep up the good work!
(Testimonial from Google)
Discussed problem with Jim on phone. Very rapid service. The blocked drain proved to be quite difficult. Nick was more than equal to the task and remained cheerful throughout. The result is excellent. I can happily recommend Drain Pro.
(Testimonial from Google)
Nick performed an excellent job on our blocked sewer line. He was very friendly and courteous! The flat rate may seem pricey compared to other plumbers, but after seeing Nick at work and how thorough he was I think it was a fair price. Traddies like Nick are very rare these days! Thank you!
(Testimonial from Google)
