The Materials Used for Storm Sewer Pipes

Storm sewers are critical to preventing flooding on your property. Heavy rains can lead to flooding because your soil cannot absorb the water quickly enough. If you live at the bottom of sloped land, more water is naturally directed toward your property, making it prone to flooding too. Flooding on your property is not something that anyone wants. It can cause a lot of damage and be a general nuisance. Thankfully, storm sewers can take in that excess water and direct it away from your property.

There are many types of materials used for storm drains and the best for you depends on your unique circumstances. Materials used for storm drains include PVC, high-density polyethylene smooth interior, high-density polypropylene smooth interior, and reinforced concrete.

Reinforced Concrete

This material is among the most durable there is. They are heavy, dense, and difficult to install. They do work well though and last a long time. They have a lay length of 8 feet and heavy equipment is needed to install them. They are best used for areas where shallow installation is a must because they can withstand heavy traffic that other materials cannot. The price of the reinforced concrete pipe will depend on the wall thickness, lay length, diameter, and other factors.

PVC

PVC is a synthetic polymer of plastic. Storm drains made of PVC are widely used because it is affordable and long-lasting. It has a typical lay length of 14 feet. It usually needs more backfill to ensure the storm sewer performs well after the final backfill is complete.

High-Density Polyethylene

High-Density Polyethylene is a thermoplastic polymer that is less expensive than PVC. It offers corrosion-resistant and abrasion-resistant properties. It requires minimum depth coverage to use. This material is lightweight and cost-effective, which makes it attractive for property owners to use. HDPE needs to be backfilled to ensure the pipe functions properly.

High-Density Polypropylene

HDPP is another thermoplastic polymer that is similar to HDPE. It's also less expensive than PVC and has a lay length of 20 feet. These pipes are also lightweight and easy to install.

Contact Our Underground Utility Contractor Today!

At Quick Sand & Fill Corporation, we provide professional underground utility services to the South Florida area. Storm sewers are among the most common underground utilities that we install for clients throughout the area. Water is a damaging substance for any property, so directing it away is important. Storm sewers take excess water from your property and safely transport it to another location. There are several types of materials that can be used for storm sewers and the one that is best for you depends on several factors. Once you determine which is best for your property, we can safely and properly install it for you. Contact us today to schedule your storm sewer pipe installation!

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