Should You Repair Or Replace a Sewer Line?

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A broken, collapsed, or totally clogged sewer line is serious problem that needs immediate attention.  You will need an experienced plumbing contractor or sewer-septic contractor that handles sewer and drain line installation and  repair to identify the source of the problem and help you determine whether to repair the drain line or whether a replacement pipe will be necessary.

A sewer line that clogs frequently or leaks probably has cracks that are infiltrated by tree roots.  These roots can be cleared, but unless you address the underlying problem they will grow back and the problem will reoccur.

If the pipe is leaking in one area, there is a good chance that leaks or cracks will soon form in other areas of the pipe.  If you have a broken or collapsed line, you will need to know what caused the problem and the condition of the rest of the pipe.

First, have any clogged lines cleared by a mechanical rooter or high pressure hydro-jetting, then have a video camera inspection done of the inside of the pipe.  Your sewer-septic technician or plumber will run a small video camera through the accessible area of the pipe and be able to let you see the condition of the inside of the pipe.

You will know from the video inspection whether one section of the pipe can be repaired or whether it should be replaced.  If the damage is limited to one section and the rest of the pipe is in good shape, your plumber or sewer-septic professional can probably repair it. On the other hand, cracks and damage throughout the line means that the entire pipe should be replaced.

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