A Second Opinion Sewer Inspection Saves a Driveway

Three pictures side by side showing the progression of a sewer camera through a pipe with a belly. The first image shows a pipe with water in the bottom. In the second photo, the camera is totally submersed in green water. The third photo shows a bend in the pipe with water in the bottom

A local Baltimore area homeowner called us to verify a sewer diagnosis provided by another plumber. This previous plumber told them their sewer line had problems under their driveway and would require $1,000s of demolition and restoration work to get to the problem. Obviously, our customer wanted more information before they committed to tearing up their beautiful concrete driveway.

How do I fix a sewer under a tree?

drawing of a pipe bursting machine pulling a new pipe under a tree

Sewer lines that run below a tree tend to become damaged more than those that do not, simply because of the tree’s roots. Tree roots seek out moisture and nutrients. In older sewer lines, the joints between sections of pipe degrade.  

What is a rain leader?

A network of white pipes in a trench outside of a brick home

Using rain leaders to control rainwater on your property A rain leader is a pipe that collects the water discharged from your gutters and downspouts. It moves this stormwater away from your home.   What do rain leaders do? Stormwater management for homes centers around protecting your home from the disastrous effect that out-of-control stormwater creates.  Rain leaders are an … Read More