Water and Sewer Main Services
With over 30 years of experience in the installation, repair, and service of water and sewer mains in and around Silver Springs, Ocala, and Marion County, Florida. Silver Springs Underground has taken over a long-standing utility contractor, Eagle Underground, and is utilizing the knowledge and expertise of the current owner. Equipped with state-of-the-art pipeline tapping machines, our tapping company offers wet tap and hot tap services from 1” to 12” tapped holes on any size line. We also offer manhole and concrete coring.
Wet tapping, also known as hot tapping or pressure tapping, is a method of connecting a new water line to an existing pressurized water main without interrupting the water supply. This technique allows for safe and efficient connections without the need to shut down or drain the main.
Benefits of wet tapping:
- No service interruption:
- Wet tapping minimizes disruption to water service, which is crucial in situations where a shutdown is undesirable or impractical, such as for hospitals or critical infrastructure.
- Faster and more efficient:
- It’s a faster and more efficient method compared to traditional methods that require a shutdown, potentially saving time and labor costs.
- Cost-effective:
- By avoiding costly and time-consuming shutdowns, wet tapping can be more cost-effective in the long run.
- Safety and compliance:
- Wet tapping can reduce the risk of water contamination and the need for post-operative testing, improving safety and compliance with regulations.
Wet tapping is used in various applications, including:
- Adding new service lines to residential and commercial buildings.
- Connecting fire suppression systems.
- Expanding or modifying existing water and sewer systems.
- Replacing old or damaged sections of a water main.
Our tapping services include: - Water mains – municipal and private – potable and reclaimed
- Force main tapping
Wet tap - Pressure pipe tapping
Concrete Coring - Concrete coring
- Manhole coring
