How can I tell if my house has damaged sewer pipes underneath the concrete foundation are various signs that may suggest deteriorating sewer piping under the slab foundation. The most frequent indication is repetitive drain blockages or obstructions that impact multiple fixtures in the house. Additionally, you might observe difficulty in opening doors and windows caused by ground expansion from a leaking pipe. Older homes constructed before the 1980s could have cast iron pipes that degrade with age. If you have recently repaired sewer pipes or noticed foundation movements in your home, these are also signs of potential underlying sewer pipe problems.

HOW IS A BROKEN SEWER PIPE UNDER THE

SLAB PROPERLY DIAGNOSED?

A sewer camera inspection can potentially identify broken sewer lines or places with an apparent root intrusion. However, the definitive test for a leaking sewer line under the slab is typically called an “isolation test.” This test involves isolating or blocking off different branches of the main sewer system to determine which branches hold water and which don’t, minimizing unneeded excavation.

WHAT CAN I DO TO FIX MY DAMAGED CAST IRON SEWER LINES?

In some cases, a more affordable solution is to target a specific section of the damaged drain system and create a small access point on the floor, typically in a kitchen or laundry area. However, this fix is often short-lived, as the ongoing deterioration of the cast iron pipes will eventually lead to more extensive and costly repairs. For severely damaged systems, most of the affected section, or even the entire system, tunnel beneath the foundation slab.

How Long Does an Under-Slab Cast Iron Replacement Project Typically Take to Complete?

The duration of the project can vary based on the complexity of the system being replaced, but on average, the entire process is usually finished within two weeks, typically spanning 10-14 days.

Diagnosis & Testing: this takes a couple of hours and involves creating a bid

for the work. Clarity about the condition of drain piping is critical to choosing the

most sensible repair option.

Excavation: once the plan has been nailed down, excavation can begin in a.

day or two. A trusted and insured excavation crew will carefully dig the necessary.

Access tunnels by hand. Depending on the project size, excavating can take up.

To three days.

New PVC Pipes & Fittings: after this, your licensed plumber can replace them.

Old piping with new PVC pipe and fittings. The system is anchored to the slab.

With steel hangers to ensure proper slope and prevent shifting and movement.

Over time. Tearing out and installing the new piping can take upwards of six days.

Backfilling & Inspections: allow for a day for the tunnels to be backfilled after.

Everything has been installed, tested, and inspected.

WHAT SETS Chrome Air Conditioning APART FOR SEWER REPAIR SERVICES?

Chrome Air Conditioning Plumbing is a trusted expert in addressing slab leaks and has a proven track record in handling complex sewer repairs, particularly those involving pipes. Our team has successfully assisted numerous homeowners in resolving their slab leak issues.

Communication— We prioritize communication with homeowners, providing.

Options and explanations for each process step.

Quality— We use high-quality plumbing parts and materials, and our installation.

Methods consistently surpass the minimum required by the plumbing code. Our.

Work is entirely third-party inspected. Any tunnels are approved with a license.

Engineer’s compaction report.

5-Year Warranty— We back our under-slab sewer line replacement with a 5-year.

Warranty, ensuring a worry-free new drain pipe system.