Tree Root Intrusion: Roots break through pipe joints seeking moisture, causing massive blockages and fracturing the line.
Tree Root Intrusion: Roots break through pipe joints seeking moisture, causing massive blockages and fracturing the line.
Corrosion and Scale: Internal rust and scale buildup heavily restrict wastewater flow in older metal lines.
Are you currently experiencing backups, or are you getting this inspection done as part of a home buying process? Knowing your situation can help us to explain what the next steps or repair options might look like for you.
Your inspection includes a detailed digital report!
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Your inspection includes a detailed digital report!
Click HERE For More Details On Sewer Lateral Video Inspections
Homeowners are almost always responsible for the maintenance, repair, and clearing of their sewer lateral. A sewer lateral is the underground pipe that connects your home's internal plumbing to the public sewer main, which is usually located under the street or a nearby easement. While the city or local utility district maintains the main sewer line, you own the pipe running from your house.
Homeowner Responsibility Includes:Clearing Blockages caused by grease, flushable wipes, or foreign objects.
Structural Repairs: You are financially responsible for repairing or replacing the pipe if it cracks, leaks, misaligns, or collapses within your zone of responsibility.
Tree Root Intrusions: If roots from trees on your property—or even city-owned trees—grow into your lateral line, clearing them out is your obligation.
Homeowners are almost always responsible for the maintenance, repair, and clearing of their sewer lateral. A sewer lateral is the underground pipe that connects your home's internal plumbing to the public sewer main, which is usually located under the street or a nearby easement. While the city or local utility district maintains the main sewer line, you own the pipe running from your house.
Homeowner Responsibility Includes:Clearing Blockages caused by grease, flushable wipes, or foreign objects.
Structural Repairs: You are financially responsible for repairing or replacing the pipe if it cracks, leaks, misaligns, or collapses within your zone of responsibility.
Tree Root Intrusions: If roots from trees on your property—or even city-owned trees—grow into your lateral line, clearing them out is your obligation.