Stuck in the sewer

Tear it up. Can't even reach it. And the MUA says -- no problem, just add the new sewer line to the plans.

What does this mean? The sewer line that runs under the sidewalk is ancient, most likely made of clay. It can't be in very good shape. So, I'll have to tear up the sidewalk and replace it, then replace the sidewalk. Not fun, but not unexpected.

But hold up...mid blog post, call from the contractor. Jersey City is unique. In most towns the city takes care of the line that runs from the sidewalk to the street. Not JC. The homeowner is responsible for that too. Before I commit to the expense of ripping up THE STREET TOO, we're gonna dig into the foundation, unearth the line inside the house, cut it, and then scope it out.

Yay.