Key takeaways
- Underground utilities must be located before digging.
- Many sewer repairs need a permit and an inspection.
- Work near the street or in easements may involve the utility.
- Planning the paperwork prevents delays.
Utility locates
Before any digging, boring or bursting, underground utilities should be marked. In Tennessee that means calling 811. Our crews handle it for the work we do.
Sewer lines are often not marked by 811, so we locate them separately with a camera and a locator.
Permits and inspections
Replacing a sewer line or lateral often requires a permit, and some jurisdictions require an inspection of the finished work. Lining may have different rules.
Requirements vary by city and county, so we confirm them early.
Easements and shared lines
Some laterals cross easements or are shared with neighbors, and the utility may control the connection to the main. Knowing who owns what avoids surprises.
We help you sort it out.
Keeping to the schedule
Permits and locates take time. Starting the paperwork with the plan keeps the repair on schedule.
We keep you informed at each step.
Quick answers
Who files the permit?
It varies. We coordinate with you and the local authority.
Will an HOA need to approve?
Some do for visible work. Check your rules and tell us early.
