Sewer replacement project
An Epping project where the property’s water meter was reconnected after sewer pipes damaged by large tree roots were replaced.
- Area
- Epping
- Completed
- January 2026
- Property
- Residential house
- Work done
- Drain Repairs
- Project photos
- 5 photos
- 01Problem reportedLarge tree roots had damaged the sewer, so extensive pipe replacement was required.
- 02Cause foundLarge tree roots had caused substantial sewer damage, so an extensive section needed replacement.
- 03Work completedCompleted the extensive sewer replacement, then reconnected the property’s water meter and associated copper pipework.
- 04OutcomeThe extensive sewer replacement was completed and the property’s water meter was reconnected at the end of the work.
Project photos
Water meter reconnection
- 01
Water meter being reconnected after sewer pipes damaged by large tree roots were replaced. 
02Water meter and copper connection exposed before the final reconnection. 
03Copper pipework prepared beside the water meter during reconnection. 
04Copper pipework being soldered during the water meter reconnection. 
05Branded vehicle and site equipment used for Sydney drain work.
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