To repair a broken sanitary sewer lead, the first step is to carefully excavate and expose the damaged section. Once located, the broken pipe is cut out and replaced with a new piece using proper couplings or glue joints, then ensuring the correct slope for drainage. After testing the repair for leaks, the trench is backfilled with sand or gravel around the pipe and compacted. Finally, the surface is restored to match or improve upon its original condition.
To fix intrusion, we begin by using a camera to inspect your sanitary lead and identify the source of the problem. This could be caused by an improper pipe connection, a faulty joint, water intrusion from flooding or leaks, or tree root penetration. Once the issue is located, we excavate the affected section, cut out the damaged pipe, and remove any debris from the remaining line. A new section of pipe is then installed with proper grading to ensure correct flow. We backfill around the pipe, compact the soil to the surface, and restore the area to its original condition.