About
TasWater is upgrading Tasmania's sewer network to ensure it stays reliable for years to come. Through a statewide project, we're cleaning, inspecting, and relining sections of aging sewer infrastructure to keep wastewater flowing safely and efficiently.
Sewer Relining explained
Why Do Relining?
Sewer relining is a smarter, more efficient way to renew aging pipes. Instead of digging up and replacing old sewer lines, we install a new, durable lining inside the existing pipes, reinforcing them from within. This method is:
- Less disruptive - No interruptions to your sewer service
- Cost-effective - A long-lasting solution without major replacement costs
- Faster - Avoids weeks of digging and road closures
- Minimal impact - Reduces noise, mess, and inconvenience to the community.
What to Expect
During our work, you may notice:
- Work crews and vehicles - Construction teams and equipment moving in and out of the area
- Some noise - Generators, pump trucks, and machinery in operation
- A temporary odour - A harmless smell from the sewer lining process that will dissipate quickly
- Traffic and pedestrian changes - Temporary signage and traffic management where needed to keep everyone safe.
Tips
Tip to Reduce Odours
To help prevent any temporary odours from entering your home, simply pour a small amount of water down all sinks, drains, and floor waste outlets before and at regular intervals during the work. This helps maintain the water seal in your pipes.
Protecting Our Sewer System Starts With You
What goes down the drain matters! Pouring fats, oils, and chemicals down sinks can clog pipes, damage the sewer system, and make wastewater harder to treat, and ultimately impacting Tasmania's environment.
By being mindful of what you dispose of, you're helping to keep our sewer network flowing safely and efficiently for everyone.
Since creation, the palawa have lived here in lutruwita - Tasmania. Over 2,000 generations of Aboriginal families have cared for this Country, looking after its lands, seas, skies and waterways.
In the spirit of respect and gratitude, TasWater acknowledges the Tasmanian Aboriginal community as the traditional and ongoing custodians. We pay our respects to them, their culture and to elders past and present. We also acknowledge any Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are here with us today.
TasWater commits to working collaboratively and respectfully with the Tasmanian Aboriginal community to protect and sustain the precious resources on this ancient land for future generations.
Contact Us
Have questions or want to learn more about a project, contact us below:
Phone | 13 6992 |
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Website | www.taswater.com.au |
In writing | GPO Box 1393, Hobart TAS 7001 |