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Trenchless Sewer Replacement Can Help With Tree Root Problems
admin • May 8, 2019
New trees provide your yard with a touch of natural beauty that is hard to get in any other way. However, a growing tree may become a problem if its roots ever find their way into your plumbing. Understanding this issue - and how trenchless sewer repair helps - will provide you with the knowledge you need to ensure that your plumbing runs smoothly.
New Trees Expand Quickly in Their Transplanted Yard
After you plant a new tree in your yard, a fascinating process will occur. As the tree grows and increases in height and width, its root systems will expand exponentially under your yard. The occasional root breaking through the dirt in your yard is just the tip of the iceberg, as most of the roots for your new tree will be impossible to see on the surface of your yard.
This expansion will happen throughout several years and will be slow, but certain, through the warmer seasons. Unfortunately, these growing tree roots may become a severe problem if they find their way into your plumbing system. This problem is one that takes a long time to develop but can become a concern if you don't take action.
Tree Roots May Work Into Your Pipes
Tree roots need a steady supply of water to stay healthy. As a result, tree roots have mechanisms that detect sources of water in the soul. And your pipes are likely the most focused source of dampness in your yard.
Therefore, your new tree's roots are likely to slowly grow towards your pipes and to seek out any opening that they can find. If roots grow too closely to pipes, they will damage the interior of the pipe and may even cause leaks.
Trenchless Sewer Repair May Be Necessary
When tree roots invade your sewer system and start causing serious problems, consider high-quality trenchless repair. This repair system utilizes a unique dig-free operation method that minimizes the damage to your yard while increasing the effectiveness of your repairs. The process behind trenchless sewer repair includes:
- Video inspection - A plumbing contractor feeds a small camera into your affected pipelines to detect any problems, including invasive tree roots. Cameras typically utilize high-definition and fullcolor images to provide a comprehensive view that is easy to track.
- Pipe cleaning - After identifying the tree roots, clogs, or other issues causing problems with your pipes, a quick cleaning helps to break them apart. Contractors may use mechanical cleaning methods, such as snakes, though hydro-jetting is also common.
- Liner installation in the pipe - Once your pipe is clean of tree roots, the plumber measures, cuts, and carefully inserts a felt or fiberglass liner into the tube. This liner will automatically take the shape of the pipe and repair any breaks in the line or even replace the broken pipe.
- Branch reinstatements - The new liner of your pipe will prevent future damage from tree roots. A robotic arm feeds into the system to break apart any closed connections. This repair ensures that your pipes correctly move water through your home.
This process provides a smooth and comprehensive repair method that replaces and repairs your affected lines quickly and efficiently. You may also want to consider installing root barriers around your yard's pipes to ensure that this problem doesn't happen again.
Contact Us to Get the Help You Need
If your septic tank or plumbing lines suffer from tree root invasion and you want to avoid any complications, please don't hesitate to contact us at Ernie's Plumbing & Sewer Service
to get the help that you need. Our trenchless sewer repair will eliminate tree roots and keep your plumbing running smoothly and efficiently for years to come.
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