Sewer Line Repair & Replacement

Purpose

Procedures for sewer line repair and replacement.

When to Use

• Camera inspection reveals sewer line damage requiring repair or replacement
• Customer has approved estimate for sewer work

Methods

Spot Repair (Localized Damage)

Locate the damaged section from camera inspection measurements

Call OUPS (811) and wait for utility marks before digging

Excavate to expose the damaged section — follow Excavation Safety SOP

Cut out the damaged section and replace with appropriate material

Use approved couplings and fittings

Backfill properly per Excavation Safety procedures

Camera inspect to verify repair

Full Line Replacement

Camera inspect to document full line condition

Call OUPS and wait for utility marks

Plan excavation route to minimize property damage

Excavate and remove old line

Install new line with proper grade (1/4 inch per foot minimum)

Connect to existing house plumbing and city sewer/septic

Backfill in layers with proper compaction

Camera inspect completed installation

Schedule inspection if required by local code

Pipe Lining (Trenchless)

Clean the existing line thoroughly (jetting)

Camera inspect to verify line is suitable for lining

Install liner per manufacturer specifications

Cure and camera inspect the completed liner

Reconnect any lateral connections

Important Notes

• Sewer work requires permits in most Ohio municipalities — coordinate with office
• OUPS call is mandatory before any excavation — no exceptions
• Multi-day sewer jobs require coordination with homeowner (see Multi-Day Job Coordination)
• Document extensively: before, during, after photos and video
• Restore the property as close to original condition as possible

Related SOPs

• Sewer Line Diagnostics — diagnosis and camera inspection
• Excavation & Trenching Safety — safe excavation procedures
• Permit Application & Requirements — pulling permits
• Multi-Day Job Coordination — managing multi-day jobs