Licensed Master Plumber
20+ Years of Experience
Residential & Commercial
New Orleans Metro Area
TUNNEL SERVICES
Professional Access to Under-Slab Plumbing
When appropriate for the property, a plumbing tunnel can provide access to damaged piping beneath a foundation while limiting disruption inside the home.
UNDER-SLAB ACCESS
Tunnel access may allow plumbers to reach damaged sewer and drain lines from outside the foundation.
PIPE REPLACEMENT
When damage extends beyond one isolated area, part of the under-slab drain system may require replacement.
SEWER & DRAIN REPAIR
Once accessed, damaged, separated, leaking, or deteriorated sections of drain piping can be repaired or replaced.
REPAIR PLANNING
We evaluate the affected piping and explain the proposed access and repair plan before work begins.
REPAIR PLANNING
What a Professional Evaluation Covers
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PLUMBING LOCATION
We work to identify the affected sewer or drain line and determine where access may be required beneath the slab.
02
PROPERTY CONDITIONS
We consider the foundation, available exterior access, surrounding structures, soil conditions, and proposed tunnel path.
03
REPAIR SCOPE
We evaluate whether the project involves an isolated repair, replacement of a longer section, or additional under-slab plumbing work.
TUNNEL OR INTERIOR ACCESS
Choosing an Appropriate Access Method
Plumbing tunnel work can reduce the need to open large areas of flooring inside a home, but it is not automatically the right choice for every under-slab repair.
The location of the damaged piping, depth beneath the foundation, property layout, accessibility, and overall repair plan must all be considered. Some plumbing problems may be better addressed through direct access or rerouting, while others may be suitable for tunnel access.
Diaz Plumbing evaluates the property and explains the recommended approach so the owner understands how the plumbing will be accessed and repaired.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Plumbing Tunnel Work Process
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PLUMBING EVALUATION
We review the symptoms and evaluate the affected sewer or drain line to help identify the problem area.
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ACCESS PLANNING
We consider the foundation, property conditions, repair location, and proposed tunnel path.
03
TUNNEL & REPAIR WORK
The approved access and plumbing repair work are completed according to the planned project scope.
04
FINAL REVIEW
The repaired plumbing is reviewed, and the remaining project steps are explained to the property owner.
Plumbing Frequently Asked Questions
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