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Cast Iron vs. PVC Sewer Pipe: What Older Colorado Springs Homes Should Know

The practical difference for a homeowner comes down to this: cast iron is strong and quiet but corrodes and eventually fails, while PVC does not corrode and is what most repairs and new sewer lines use today. If you own...

July 13, 2026

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Can Cast Iron Pipes Be Relined? Cast Iron Pipe Lining Explained

Yes. In most cases where the pipe still has enough structure left, corroded cast iron sewer pipes can be relined with trenchless CIPP, short for cured-in-place pipe, which forms a new pipe inside the old one without digging. Lining is...

July 13, 2026

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How Long Do Cast Iron Sewer Pipes Last?

Cast iron sewer pipes generally last about 50 to 100 years, but corrosion can begin decades earlier depending on soil, water chemistry, and how the line is used. That range matters in Colorado Springs, because homes built before the early...

July 13, 2026

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Cast Iron Sewer Pipe Problems in Colorado Springs: Signs, Causes, and Your Repair Options

If your Colorado Springs home was built before the early 1980s, its main sewer line is very likely cast iron, and cast iron corrodes from the inside out as it ages. The most common signs of failing cast iron pipes...

July 13, 2026

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Welcome to the Alphalete Trenchless Services blog. Here you will find straight answers on trenchless sewer repair, CIPP pipe lining, hydro jetting, drain cleaning, and sewer camera inspections for homes and businesses across Colorado Springs, Denver, and the Front Range. Browse our latest guides on spotting sewer problems early, understanding your repair options, and protecting your property from a costly dig.