Underground Utility Contractor in Taylor, MI

Taylor is a city in Wayne County, with an estimated 61,544 residents (2024 Census estimate) on about 24 square miles of land.

When roots get into a sewer line

Tree roots are drawn to the moisture inside sewer laterals and enter through small gaps at joints or cracks. Once inside, they grow, catch debris and eventually block the line or force it apart. The usual signs are slow drains and recurring backups that clear for a while and then return.

Cleaning the roots out restores flow for a time, but it does not seal the gaps they came through. A lasting fix usually means repairing or replacing the affected section:

• a camera inspection shows where the roots enter and how long the affected stretch is;
• MISS DIG 811 marks the other lines around the lateral;
• the lateral is exposed, with hydro excavation where gas or water services cross it;
• the damaged section is replaced with pipe and joints that resist root entry, at a continuous grade;
• the trench is backfilled and the surface restored.

Where the lateral runs beneath the tree itself, a replacement may be routed around the root zone or drilled beneath it.

We also handle water services, storm connections, conduit and commercial work.

MISS DIG 811

MISS DIG 811 is Michigan's notification system under Public Act 174 of 2013. Michigan law (MCL 460.725) requires at least 72 hours of notice, or three business days, and no more than 14 calendar days, and a ticket is valid for 21 days (180 days for long projects).

Taylor and nearby cities

Southgate, Allen Park, Lincoln Park, Romulus, Riverview and Inkster are near Taylor. We serve those cities as well.

If a camera inspection has been done, send the video or the report with the address.

We review each request and reply with our questions and a proposed approach.