When a sewer pipe collapses, it is important to get that pipe replaced as quickly as possible. Without a replacement, all of the sewage that would normally go down that pipe, can come back up onto your Alamo property. By calling the experienced professionals at General Plumbing and Rooter, you get reliable service, friendly plumbers, and up-front rates. That is how we operate so you know what to expect.
What Can Lead to a Pipe Collapse on Your Alamo Property?
There are several situations that can lead to a pipe collapse. The truth is, anything from a clog to an old pipe can have you facing this type of situation. The best way to ensure your pipes do not collapse is to make sure they are properly maintained annually. This helps you know what condition the pipes are in, and allows you to make repairs as necessary, typically before a full collapse.
One reason your pipes may collapse is that they are old. They may be original from when your part of Alamo was built, or they may have been put in during the time of using tarpaper as pipes, known as Orangeburg. These pipes break down over the years and eventually lead to a collapse in many cases. Another reason your pipes may collapse is due to a clog. When a clog gets large enough, it can put a great deal of pressure on the pipe. This can build up over time and leave the pipe weaker, even if the clog is removed. You may also have tree roots building up in your pipes. This can cause so much weight and pressure on the pipe that it collapses as well.
Pipe Replacement Services in Alamo
When facing a collapsed pipe, the best course of repair in most cases is called pipe bursting. This is when we feed a pipe into the place where the old one was on your Alamo property. We take a bursting cap and feed it into the recess of the old pipe. Every little bit, we burst the remnants of the pipe out of the way. This pushes all the debris out of the area the new pipe needs to go into to fit properly. This is done over the length of the pipe, slowly pulling the new pipe into place. Once that new pipe is where it should be, our plumbers will attach it to the surrounding pipes and test to make sure it is working as it should.
Call General Plumbing and Rooter for All of Your Alamo Plumbing Needs
Whatever type of plumbing issue you may face, call the experts at General Plumbing and Rooter. We service the Alamo area, as well as many surrounding communities. We can help with any type of plumbing issue, even emergency plumbing problems. It is important you call us as soon as you notice a plumbing problem so we can get someone over to your property as quickly as possible. Contact us now and schedule your next appointment!
