Sewer Lateral Repair in Green Bay, WI
The sewer lateral is the pipe that carries everything from your house to the main in the street. In most cases the homeowner is responsible for it.
Request a plumberWarning signs
Backups through the basement floor drain, gurgling when toilets flush, several fixtures slowing down at once, or wet, sunken spots in the lawn between the house and the street.
Older pipe
Older homes often have clay or cast iron laterals. Clay joints let roots in; cast iron rusts and scales from the inside. Plastic pipe in newer homes can still sag or separate.
Inspection
A camera inspection from a cleanout shows the pipe's condition and measures where problems are, so repairs can be targeted.
Repair methods
Spot repairs fix one section. Lining puts a new pipe inside the old one. Full replacement may be needed for collapsed lines. Frozen ground makes winter digging harder, so non-urgent work is often planned for warmer months.
Locates first
Before any digging, utility lines must be marked through Diggers Hotline, Wisconsin's 811 service.
Backups into the basement
A backwater valve can stop sewage from the city main backing up into your basement in heavy storms. See floor drain backups.
Buying a home?
A camera inspection of the lateral before you buy an older home can reveal roots, breaks or a sag that a standard home inspection won't see.
Frequently asked questions
- Does the city fix my lateral?
- Usually the property owner is responsible for the lateral, at least up to the main or the property line. Check with your city or a plumber.
- How long does lining last?
- Lining is designed to last for decades. Ask the plumber about the product and warranty.
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