What Does
Building Sewer Mean?
Building sewer is the general term that refers to the piping/conduits that connect the wastewater sources of a building to the municipal sewer system for treatment or disposal. This term can be used to describe the sewer piping in public buildings, commercial establishments, homes and industrial structures/plants.
A building sewer is also known as the sewer tap, sewer lateral line or house sewer.
Trenchlesspedia Explains Building Sewer
The building sewer is usually comprised of two sections:
- The section of pipe between the building and the property line – This section of the sewer line is the responsibility of the homeowner. The property owner is, therefore, required to ensure that the length of pipe in this section is clear of blockages and is responsible for repairing any broken or collapsed section of pipe.
- The section of pipe between the property line and the public sewer – This section of the sewer line is the responsibility of the public works department and they are, therefore, authorized to perform all maintenance and repair of the sewer line within the public right-of-way.