Why do sewer lines need to be replaced?
Sewer lines need to be replaced for a variety of reasons.  Sometimes, they are many decades old and have had their share of wear and tear.  Roots can also make their way into sewer pipes through joints that are not completely watertight or airtight, like weeds creeping up through the cracks of a sidewalk.  Here in Southern California, the shearing forces of earthquakes that damage buildings can also damage sewer lines, preventing proper drainage.  Whatever the reason, sewer replacements are a fact of life.

When do sewer lines need to be replaced?
If you experience constant backups, even after a plumber has come out to snake your line, then you most likely are in need of an immediate sewer replacement.  A camera inspection can easily confirm the condition of your drainage system and what the best long-term solution is.  Damaged sewer pipes or root infiltration are conditions that cannot be premanently fixed by snaking.

What is traditional sewer line replacement?
Traditional sewer line replacement consists of locating your sewer pipes, digging a trench along the entire length of pipe that needs replacing, removing it, replacing it with a new drainage pipe, and then backfilling the entire trench.  For longer runs of pipe, this process can take days (if not weeks) and leaves an unsightly reminder on your property that your sewer was replaced.

What are the alternatives to traditional sewer line replacement?
Angel Plumbers uses the latest alternatives to traditional sewer line replacement to minimize digging on your property and the distruption to your life.  These alternatives are known as Trenchless Pipe Replacement (a.k.a. Pipe Bursting) and Pipe Lining (a.k.a. Epoxy Lining).  If you need a sewer line replacement, you need to call Angel Plumbers today to discuss your alternatives!

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