Things That Could Go Wrong During Sewer Line Replacement

When you call Skeen Plumbing & Gas for sewer repair in Jackson, MS, you can rest assured that you are working with one of the best teams in the field. But even then, there are some potential risks to working on a sewer line. These possibility of these risks from happening increases as the job becomes more complex.

For instance, a sewer line replacement typically tends to be a bigger undertaking. And since a lot more work is involved, there’s a bigger risk of error. As such, even the professionals from our team here at Skeen Plumbing & Gas have to be wary of the things that could go wrong whenever we’re replacing sewer lines.

Explosions

Sewer lines run alongside other utility lines such as gas, water, and electricity. Suppose the plumber made a few wrong calculations when wanting to replace sewer line, accidentally breaking one of the utility lines. If the affected pipe is a natural gas line, it can cause a fire or an explosion.

Potential Health Hazards

When going for a sewer pipe line repair or replacement, disrupting the sewer pipes is unavoidable. But since sewer pipes harbor many germs and bacteria which has enough virulence to cause an infection. Fumes from the sewer can trigger breathing problems during work. Wearing the right gear is one way of protecting yourself from harm.

But even then, providers of sewer repair services can’t always prevent the spread of contamination, especially those who cut corners during the preparation stage.

Accidental Injuries

Tunneling is one of the methods used to replace faulty sewer lines running under your house. Digging through the foundation of your home compromises its structural stability. This could lead to the foundation caving in due to the unevenly distributed weight of the house. Luckily, Skeen Plumbing & Gas utilizes Don’t Dig technology so we can repair or replace your pipes without risking injuries.

Skeen Plumbing & Gas has a team of professionals offering sewer replacement. Our professionals have insurance against accidental damages and offer a warranty for our services, and our team always strives to provide safe yet efficient results.

Contact us today to schedule an appointment.