The Metropolitan District continues to make repairs in West Hartford after a portion of pipe liner caused a sewer blockage that flooded the area of Linbrook Road and North Main Street and sent water seeping into homes last week.
On Friday, MDC confirmed that a 60-foot section of liner failed, causing the blockage.
The company is looking into an alternative liner to replace 300 feet of pipe liner in the area to prevent any future issues.
MDC is working with affected homeowners to evaluate the need for backwater valves on their properties. A backwater valve is designed to keep water or sewage flowing in only one direction, in this case out of the house. Crews installed check valves at nine homes Monday.
MDC contractors are also working to help homeowners replace hot water heaters, boilers and gas furnaces, and get electrical service back in the flooded homes. The company has claims staff working with homeowners as basement cleanup continues. They are also handing out vouchers to residents whose cars were affected by the backup.
Crews are also washing down streets and cleaning out catch basins. MDC said Monday that it plans to provide an update and plan of action to homeowners by close of business Tuesday.
