Sewer Line Inspection and Diagnosis
Most of your wastewater disposal system is not visible, which can make it challenging to figure out exactly what's going on in there and come up with the best course of action for sewer replacement. Orange County plumbers at Mr. Rooter Plumbing deal with that challenge by completing a thorough video inspection and evaluation process so we can come up with the right diagnosis and the best solution for your particular sewer line replacement.
One of the key methods of accomplishing that is sewer camera inspection. We maneuver a small video camera on a flexible cable through your sewer line while it records footage of the insides of the pipe. Once the camera is retrieved, we play the footage back and analyze it so we can make a visual assessment of the condition of the pipe, as well as the location and nature of any specific problem areas.
Hydraulic Bursting and Pipe Pulling
Some situations only call for reliable sewer line repair services, such as pipe lining, but there are situations where a segment of the line needs to be completely replaced. In most cases where it's necessary to go ahead with sewer replacement, Orange County plumbers are able to use trenchless sewer line replacement techniques called hydraulic bursting and pipe pulling. We'll use hydraulics to break apart the damaged, broken pipe so there's only fragments and a gap in the soil left behind. Then, we'll insert a new length of pipe into the gap and pull it through, and connect it to the existing system on either end. This typically only requires us to dig two small holes at either end of the segment being replaced, so it's much faster and less destructive than digging a trench.
Excavation and Replacement
While the preferable choice is generally going to be trenchless sewer line replacement, Orange County homeowners should be aware that there are a few situations where it's not a viable option. In those cases, it is necessary to excavate a trench to reach the old line, remove it, and proceed with a new sewer line installation. However, you can rest assured that our team of experienced plumbers will always work efficiently without cutting corners to get the best results, and we'll make every possible effort to minimize damage to your landscaping and other elements of your outdoor property.