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Trenchless Sewer Repair - No Dig Lateral Replacement

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Through the use of trenchless technology we are able to achieve superior sewer replacement results without the added cost and intrusion of digging. This no hassle, cost-effective means of sewer pipeline replacement will leave both your lawn and wallet intact.

In the past sewer lines were replaced by digging new trenchless through the client's yard, sidewalk, and street. Now with trenchless no dig technology it is possible to replace the line digging only two minor holes: one in the yard and one in the street*. Since no-dig pipeline replacement requires only an entry and exit hole the rest of your lawn can remain intact. Usually pipebursting requires less digging and less time, therefore it can often mean less money out of your pocket. Click here to read more about the trenchless process.

Trenchless pipe bursting offers an affordable sewer replacement option when trenching a new line would be an astronomical undertaking. Bellows Plumbing, Heating, & Sewer offers sewer replacement for all of Santa Clara County (Los Gatos, Campbell, Saratoga, San Jose, Mountain VIew), Santa Cruz County (Santa Cruz, Capitola, Aptos, Scotts Valley), and the Greater Bay Area.

 

Trenchless Water & Gas Pipe Boring

Using underground boring technology we are able to install gas and water service lines without digging up your yard or driveway. This can means money and time savings for the client. The process is fairly similar to trenchless sewer replacement; we dig two minor holes at point A and point B. Then using a privately manufactured tool and high water pressure we are able to bore the tool under driveways and lawns.*

* All trenchless projects are subject to inspection and diagnosis, trenchless technology does not work on all projects and you should consult a licensed and certified trenchless plumbing contractor to find out if your project is right for trenchless.

Eco-Friendly Means Facing a Dirty Underground Subject

Originally published in Bellows Plumbing Newsletter Winter 2008 - Heavy root intrusion and soil movement can cause small cracks in residential sewer lines. Tree roots follow a trail of vapor moisture escaping from small cracks, holes, or poorly sealed joints in your sewer line. Especially during winter or dry seasons when root growth increases; roots can travel hundreds of feet and grow to more than two feet in diameter. Once the roots penetrate these small cracks they continue to grow and exert considerable pressure at the crack or joint. Increased pressure causes the line to crack and collapse, which then requires costly replacement.

Repairing damaged sewer pipes is an important part of keeping our beaches and rivers clean from human waste and bacteria. A damaged sewer line left unchecked can not only contaminate an entire property but can leech affluence and chemicals into the ground water, rivers, and oceans. According to 2004 data from the National Resource Defense Council over 21 Santa Cruz and Monterey County beach closures were due to private residence sewer lateral contamination. Its a common misconception but a majority of sewage spills are a result of private homeowners.

The key to preventing sewer line failure and costly contamination issues is early detection. Frequent clogs are a sign that your sewer line should have a Drainvision camera inspection. Early detection can mean saving a sewer line from complete replacement. Repairing a five foot section of bad pipe is typically less expensive and invasive to the property and checkbook then replacing the entire line. When sewer lines are ignored, roots literally crush the line and the only option becomes replacement of the entire line.

This year do your part for the environment and help avoid a costly sewer line failure. Have your sewer line inspected by a licensed plumber with Drainvision technology.