When it comes to inspecting sewer lines in Broomfield, homeowners need to know what kinds of inspections they can get and what kinds of problems these inspections can address. The most common and effective method of inspection is a camera sewer inspection. This method of inspection uses a small, waterproof video camera, which is affixed to a flexible rod, allowing the technician to not just see the state of the line itself but to also identify problems that the line may be having, including any blockage and any kind of structural failure (like cracking or bulging). And because the inspection is done from the inside out, nothing gets missed. A camera sewer inspection is effective for any kind of home and works with cast iron, PVC, and clay sewer lines. And because cameras offer real-time footage, a technician can narrate (if necessary) to offer a clear look at what the issue might be. Hearing and seeing the problems as they exist in real time allows for a clear picture to be formed in the mind of the viewer (homeowner or technician) as to what the next steps ought to be.
An essential kind of sewer main inspection is smoke testing, which is extremely helpful in pinpointing leaks and determining points of inflow and infiltration in the sewer system. This method involves putting safe, non-toxic smoke into the sewer lines. If there's a leak or improper connection, the smoke will escape where it shouldn't be, like through a crack or in a path that isn't supposed to contain plumbing. As the smoke makes its way through the system, it visually demonstrates exactly where repairs are needed. This is particularly handy for locating the points where rainwater might be getting into the sewer system. Too much inflow and infiltration (or I and I, as it's known for short) makes the system less efficient and can cause it to back up in places. By systematically finding and fixing these deficiencies, Broomfield homeowners can help ensure that their sewer mains run trouble-free.
A hydrostatic pressure test may be needed for homes or businesses that have pesky, persistent plumbing problems. This type of inspection is good for finding out if there are weak spots in your sewer pipes that are not easily visible. Steadily filling your pipes full of water and watching for pressure drops give the technicians a good idea of just where the weak spots might be—they look for the drops, of course, but they also pay close attention to where the pressure holds steady. It's a very comprehensive test; almost too good, really, because if your pipes can withstand this kind of pressure, they should have no trouble with anything else—except maybe the occasional earthquake. Hydrostatic pressure testing of your sewer lines is valuable in a place like Broomfield, where seasonal ground shifting can lead to broken pipes.