San Mateo Private Sewer Lateral Ordinance & Maintenance
San Mateo building owners are legally responsible for maintaining the private sewer lateral connecting their residence to the municipal main under the street. Heise’s Plumbing provides complete lateral replacement and testing services.
As Class A General Engineering contractors (#1089561), we manage street encroachment permits, utility coordination, trenchless pipe bursting, backwater valve installation, and final municipal inspector sign-offs.
Building Sewer Lateral Services
- Lower Lateral Street Main Tie-In: Replacing lower laterals under public streets to municipal main junctions.
- Sewer Backwater Valve Installation: Installing backflow check valves to protect lower level fixtures during storm surcharges.
- Trenchless Lateral Bursting: Pulling new HDPE pipe through old clay lines without open yard trenches.
- City Inspector Sign-Off: Coordinating final inspections with San Mateo building officials.
