In Boulder, sewer inspection, repair or replacement can be a complicated process. If you notice problems like clogs, backups or gurgling sounds in the pipes, it makes sense to call a plumber as quickly as possible. These are typical indicators of a sewer line problem.

Here is a look at how the plumber handles the inspection, repair or replacement project in Boulder for your pipe system.

Inspection

Modern plumbing technology makes use of state-of-the-art equipment to diagnose problems. Video camera inspections are standard for plumbers using advanced methods.

These types of sewer inspections let the plumber pinpoint where the problem is in your sewer line without digging or having physical access himself to the pipe. He watches as a camera is transported through the pipe system, sending back images to his monitor.

The camera also has a locator device that tells him the exact location of the problem. He can see the cause on the monitor, whether it is a clog, tree root or damage to the pipe.

Repair

Clogs happen when hair, soap, grease, food particles and other debris collect in the pipe. As it builds up, the amount of space for the wastewater flow decreases, causing drains to run slowly. Eventually it forms a complete clog and the plumbing system doesn’t drain.
In many cases, a clog can be obliterated with hydro jetting. This is a chemical-free method of getting rid of buildup inside the pipe. The water is extremely hot and under high pressure.

The plumber can control the amount and position of the jets of water so he is able to completely remove all the buildup, wherever it is. This is a big improvement over mechanical rooters that only punch a hole in the clog. Hydro jetting actually gets rid of all of the buildup, which prevents it from reforming in the near future.

Replacement

ome clogs need trenchless sewer replacement methods to fix the problem, including many tree root problems and old and damaged pipes. Traditional methods require the digging of a multitude of trenches throughout the front yard to find the sewer line, pinpoint where the problem is and then gain access to fix it. The newest technology needs just one or two holes in the yard, so it is called trenchless.

The two methods for trenchless sewer replacement are pipe lining and pipe blasting.

Pipe lining. The plumber blows a flexible tube, covered in resin, into the old sewer line. The resin hardens, creating a new pipe within the old pipe. It is strong, works as well or better than a standard pipe and lasts for many years.

Pipe bursting. Used on seriously damaged pipes, this method sends a new pipe through the old pipe. At the same time, the old one is fragmented and destroyed, leaving the new one in place to do the job.

Trenchless technology is faster than traditional methods and is more cost-effective in the long run. The homeowner doesn’t have to pay to restore the landscaping, demolished by all the trenches.

Call the professionals today in Boulder for sewer inspection, repair or replacement. Request a free, no-obligation quote for your plumbing problem.