Sibs
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Hi All:
I’m in a 1940s home in the Pittsburgh area. The main line backed up this past weekend and I had Roto Rooter cable the line and it was flowing and back to normal (I know, big box plumber…not my first choice but on a Sunday I couldn’t find anyone else to make it out). As part of the repair, they offer free camera service of the main line.
Due to the age of the home, it’s not a big shocker that there are some issues that need to be addressed. Granted the tech was a bit overzealous in his sales pitch: “Cast Iron isn't meant to last more than 20 years!”… “See how jagged the pipe is!”… There were a few shifts in the pipe, obvious corrosion, and root growth.
Based on the camera assessment it appears that the cast iron pipe will need to be removed in the basement, replaced with PVC, and a liner installed in the main line under the driveway to the tune of $22,000.00
Dramatics aside, I’m looking for a reputable plumber in the Pittsburgh area. The Roto-Rooter price seems a bit absurd. I am quite aware it is not a cheap fix, but 22k…wow!
Also, what is your opinion regarding liners? Is it better to excavate a portion of the driveway and replace the cast iron?
Thank you for your help.
I’m in a 1940s home in the Pittsburgh area. The main line backed up this past weekend and I had Roto Rooter cable the line and it was flowing and back to normal (I know, big box plumber…not my first choice but on a Sunday I couldn’t find anyone else to make it out). As part of the repair, they offer free camera service of the main line.
Due to the age of the home, it’s not a big shocker that there are some issues that need to be addressed. Granted the tech was a bit overzealous in his sales pitch: “Cast Iron isn't meant to last more than 20 years!”… “See how jagged the pipe is!”… There were a few shifts in the pipe, obvious corrosion, and root growth.
Based on the camera assessment it appears that the cast iron pipe will need to be removed in the basement, replaced with PVC, and a liner installed in the main line under the driveway to the tune of $22,000.00
Dramatics aside, I’m looking for a reputable plumber in the Pittsburgh area. The Roto-Rooter price seems a bit absurd. I am quite aware it is not a cheap fix, but 22k…wow!
Also, what is your opinion regarding liners? Is it better to excavate a portion of the driveway and replace the cast iron?
Thank you for your help.
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