Sewer Line Repair in Kingston, ON
The sewer line carries everything from your house to the city sewer. On older properties, it may be clay or cast iron that's been in the ground a very long time.
Request a plumberSigns of trouble
Sewage backing up through the basement floor drain, gurgling toilets, several drains slowing at once, sewer smells in the yard or basement, and soft or sunken spots in the lawn above the line.
Roots and old clay
Clay pipe joints let in fine roots looking for water. They grow, catch paper and grease and eventually crack the pipe. Mature trees on older streets make this a common problem.
Rock and limestone
Much of the Kingston area is underlain by limestone, and sewer trenches in rocky ground can be hard to dig. That's one reason trenchless lining or pipe bursting is sometimes the cheaper route. Ask the plumber which methods suit your property.
Who's responsible?
Owners are usually responsible for the sewer lateral from the house to the property line or the city main. Check with the city where your responsibility ends before work starts.
Locates
Before any digging, underground utilities must be located through Ontario One Call. Your plumber will usually arrange it.
Backwater valves
If your basement is finished or has flooded before, ask about adding a backwater valve while the line is open. If you are buying an older home, ask for a camera inspection of the sewer line before closing.
Frequently asked questions
- Can a sewer line be fixed without digging up the yard?
- Often. Lining or pipe bursting can replace or renew the pipe through small access pits. A camera inspection shows whether it's possible.
- How long does a sewer repair take?
- Spot repairs can take a day. Full replacements take longer, especially in rocky ground or in winter.
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