CalebC
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I am installing doors below my deck so I can use that space for storage. Part of this involved digging a small ditch along one side of the deck. In doing so, I uncovered a large pipe (looks like PVC, 4-5" wide) that was buried about 8" deep. I believe it is the pipe that runs from my septic tank to the field.
I am planning to lay a landscape timber over it with just a thin layer of dirt between the timber and pipe. Should I wrap the pipe with insulation before continuing to prevent a freezing situation? If so, what type of insulation should I use?
My guess is that it is not necessary to wrap the pipe for two reasons. 1) It is buried only 8" deep which is above the frost line (1 foot). 2) It is mostly an empty pipe as water does not remain inside of it (it runs into the septic field).
Thank you for your time and attention to my question!
CalebC
I am planning to lay a landscape timber over it with just a thin layer of dirt between the timber and pipe. Should I wrap the pipe with insulation before continuing to prevent a freezing situation? If so, what type of insulation should I use?
My guess is that it is not necessary to wrap the pipe for two reasons. 1) It is buried only 8" deep which is above the frost line (1 foot). 2) It is mostly an empty pipe as water does not remain inside of it (it runs into the septic field).
Thank you for your time and attention to my question!
CalebC