Guides
Guides for people with pipe problems
Short, plain guides to help you understand your pipe and your options.
What Is CIPP Pipe Lining? A Plain-English GuideCIPP stands for cured-in-place pipe. It is a way to rebuild a damaged pipe from the inside, so the old pipe stays in…Read the guide 
Trenchless vs Traditional Sewer Repair: How to ChooseOpen-trench repair means digging the whole pipe up. Trenchless repair means working through small access points. Both…Read the guide 
Seven Signs Your Sewer Line Needs RepairSewer lines hide underground, but they send warning signs long before a full failure. Catching them early usually mea…Read the guide Pipe Bursting vs Pipe Lining: Which Is Right for You?Both methods avoid trenches, but they solve different problems. Lining renews the pipe you have. Bursting replaces it…Read the guide 
Tree Roots in Sewer Lines: Why It Happens and What WorksEast Tennessee is heavily wooded, and roots are one of the most common causes of sewer trouble here.Read the guide 
Orangeburg and Cast Iron Pipes in Older Knoxville HomesMany mid-century and older homes in Knoxville and the surrounding towns still have original sewer pipe. Two materials…Read the guide 
What to Expect on Trenchless Repair DayA trenchless repair is organized and quick. Here is a typical day, from arrival to final video.Read the guide 
Why Get a Sewer Camera Inspection Before Buying a HomeA standard home inspection does not look inside the buried sewer line. A camera inspection does.Read the guide 
How to Prepare Your Property for Trenchless RepairGood preparation makes repair day smoother. These steps take only a few minutes.Read the guide 
Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Trenchless ContractorTrenchless repair is specialized work. These questions help you compare contractors fairly.Read the guide 
Protecting Your Yard, Trees and Driveway During Sewer RepairThe biggest reason homeowners choose trenchless repair is what it saves above ground.Read the guide 
How East Tennessee Hills and Clay Soil Affect Your PipesThe ground in the Knoxville area is not uniform, and neither are the problems it causes underground.Read the guide 
What to Do First During a Sewer BackupA sewer backup is stressful. These first steps help limit damage while you reach us.Read the guide