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Sewer Repair in Port Huron
When you need your sewer repaired, you need a plumber that you can count on to give you accurate information and honest advice. VHP has been trusted in the Port Huron area for over 65 years. Rest assured that you can count on us to walk you through every step of the way for your sewer repair.
VHP Process
Initial Inspection/Analysis
If possible, we will attempt to open the sewer in order to get water flowing again. Once this has been done, it is then possible to see what is causing the issue. Usually this is done with a video inspection.
Plan of action
Next, we come up with a plan of action to address the situation. There are various methods of sewer repair. Some methods may not be invasive.
Before Completing the Job
Before we complete the job, we will take the necessary steps to make sure the job goes smoothly. This may include pulling permits, having the underground lines marked if a dig is necessary, and securing any additional equipment that may be necessary to complete the job.
Completing the Job
Lastly, we finish the job. With all of the preparation that we have had at this point, there is little chance that additional work will be needed.
Getting to the Root of the Problem
If you have had to clear roots out of your sewer, chances are they will grow back. Did you know that if you have roots in your sewer, it is because the sewer line is damaged? The only way that roots can infiltrate your sewer line is if there is a crack for the roots to enter. Sewer repair will take care of these issues, meaning that you won’t have to worry about having to clear out roots or treat the drain with corrosive chemicals for years to come.
Sewer Repair Techniques
Once upon a time, the typical sewer line repair was a nightmare. It often meant tearing up your entire yard with a backhoe or digging unsightly trenches through your flowerbeds. These days, however, there are less invasive options available. When you count on Vincent's Heating & Plumbing for sewer line repair, you can expect one of the following to be employed:
Hydrojetting
Hair, feminine products, roots, and grease can roll up into a large obstruction in your sewer line. When this happens, full pipe replacement may not be needed. Instead, clearing away the clog should be the priority. Hydrojetting uses high-pressured water—instead of pipe-eroding chemicals—to punch through root balls and other obstructions. By smashing things up into easier to pass pieces, your drains can get back to their job.
Relining
If the drain line is fairly intact, we often suggest relining the sewer line. Some people refer to this process as cured in place pipe lining (CIPP). This involves snaking a balloon down the pipe that’s coated in a special layer of epoxy. We then used compressed air to expand the balloon. The outer coating then forms a secondary pipe inside of the affected area. Though this can narrow the existing pipe, it’s often more than enough to end the leak.
Pipe Bursting
When your pipes are beyond saving but a trench repair isn’t needed, pipe bursting is a great option. Using a cone-shaped bit and high-pressure water, our plumbers will destroy the damaged pipe. At the same time, they’ll push a pipe of the same or similar size into the gap left behind.
Trench Repair
In some cases, digging up the pipe is the only way to fix a sewer pipe in Port Huron area. When that’s the case, we’ll do our best to minimize upheaval to your property. This includes targeting our digging to the affected area and working with professional excavating contractors.
Call (810) 985-7103 for Prompt Sewer Service
When you need your sewer line fixed, it’s important to work with a plumber Port Huron trusts. You need a company you can trust to do the job right and take the steps needed to prevent sewer pipe issues in the future. The team at Vincent's Heating & Plumbing fits both criteria and has been serving our corner of Michigan since 1959. Because sewer issues are stressful enough, we provide hassle-free repair quotes.
To get scheduled for sewer line repair in Port Huron, reach out to Vincent's Heating & Plumbing’s team of plumbing experts at 810.985.7103.