There is far more to sewer line replacement than simply digging up your yard and ripping out the old piping. If certain precautions are not taken, even a new sewer line can present problems in the years to come, often leading to more costly repairs and warranty calls. During a sewer line replacement, many tasks must be performed in order to ensure a properly-flowing, problem free line for many years to come. We employ only the most experienced and professional sewer line experts, therefore eliminating any need for worry after your installation.
New plumbing code requirements dictate that a cleanout be installed every 50 feet of your new sewer line, beginning with one near the home. From this house-located cleanout, another is installed every 50 feet to the end of your line. These are access points for any necessary future maintenance, such as cleaning or camera inspection. The cleanout itself is a vertical piece of PVC that extends vertically from the sewer line above the surface of the ground, usually just a few inches above the surface. Each one is topped with a removable cap to prevent debris from entering the line. After your old, decaying sewer line is removed, it is time to begin installing your new PVC line. After connecting to the sewer exit at your home, we then run new piping all the way to the county/city tap. The "tap" is where your sewer line meets the county/city's main, and it is where your responsibility ends. This tap can be anywhere from 4 to 25 feet deep, and is normally made of concrete.
It is termed such because the glue actually melts the surfaces of the PVC pipe together in a way that strengthens the joints greater than simply using a mechanical coupling. Before the glue is used, the PVC must be prepared with primer to remove any dirt or chemicals. As long as each joint is connected correctly, the possibility of root intrusion is virtually eliminated, as is the chance of leaks. In addition to cleanout installations, the pipe joints must be properly connected. Although a type of glue is used, the process itself is called solvent welding.
