Methods
How Long Does a Sewer Line Last? Pipe Material, House Age and When Repairs Stop Paying Off
Most sewer lines last for decades, but pipe material, joints and soil decide how many. Here is how house age predicts the…
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Repair Methods
Open trench, CIPP lining, pipe bursting, hydro jetting and spot repair — an honest comparison of which method fits which damage, and what each one really costs.
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Hydro Jetting vs Snaking: Which One Your Line Actually Needs
Snaking clears a path through the blockage. Jetting removes the blockage. That distinction decides which one is worth paying for — and…
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Spot Repair vs Full Replacement: When Fixing Three Feet Is Enough
A spot repair costs $650 to $8,000 against $3,000 to $17,500 for a full replacement. The four tests that tell you which…
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Pipe Lining vs Pipe Bursting: Choosing Between the Two Trenchless Methods
Both avoid the trench, but they solve different problems. CIPP rehabilitates the pipe you have; bursting destroys it and installs a new…
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Trenchless vs Traditional Sewer Repair: Which Method for Which Damage
Open trench, CIPP lining or pipe bursting — the right method is decided by the damage and what sits above the pipe,…