Stormwater & Sewer Infrastructure Services in South Carolina

Stormwater and sewer systems across South Carolina are aging, overloaded, and increasingly stressed by development, high rainfall, and soil conditions that accelerate failures. When pipes collapse, drains back up, water mains break, or pumping systems malfunction, the result is flooding, service interruptions, safety hazards, and expensive emergency repairs.

Ecological Improvements provides repair, replacement, installation, and troubleshooting for stormwater and sewer infrastructure serving HOAs, golf courses, commercial properties, municipalities, and large private communities across South Carolina. We deliver clear assessments, accurate estimates, and dependable construction designed to protect your property and maintain safe, reliable water movement.

Why Stormwater & Sewer Infrastructure Fails in South Carolina

Heavy rainfall and storm events overwhelm older systems

  • Sandy and unstable soils cause pipe settlement and separation

  • Aging HOA systems were never designed for today’s development loads

  • Tree roots infiltrate aging sewer lines

  • Outdated materials deteriorate faster in SC’s climate

  • Groundwater tables fluctuate and weaken bedding support

  • Poor or infrequent maintenance leads to structural collapse

These issues lead to:

  • Flooded roads, yards, and common areas

  • Backups into storm drains or sewer systems

  • Loss of potable water during water main break

  • Erosion around pipe outlets and outfalls

  • Sinkholes forming around pipe failures

  • Costly repairs and emergency mobilizations

  • MS4 and environmental compliance violations

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Stormwater & Sewer Infrastructure Services in South Carolina

Water Main Break Remediation

Rapid response repair and stabilization for broken or leaking water mains, including excavation, replacement, reconnection, compaction, and erosion control around disturbed areas.

Gravity Sewer Main & Lateral Installation

New gravity sewer systems installed with precise grading, bedding, compaction, and connection to municipal mains or private treatment systems.

Sewer Manhole Repairs

Manhole restoration, frame and cover replacement, seal repairs, infiltration prevention, and reconstruction of compromised structures.

Water Main & Lateral Installation

Professional installation of new water distribution lines, service laterals, and meter connections built to modern standards and local code requirements.

Fire Hydrant Installation

Hydrant replacements, additions, relocations, and pressure-zone adjustments to ensure code compliance and proper emergency access.

Water, Sewer & Storm Pump Troubleshooting

Diagnosis and repair of pump failures, electrical issues, suction blockages, impeller damage, and wet-well complications for stormwater, potable, and sanitary systems.

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Forcemain Sewer Installation

Engineering and installation of pressure sewer systems for communities and commercial properties, including alignment, restraints, and pump system integration.

Irrigation System Repairs

Repair and replacement of irrigation lines damaged by erosion, settlement, construction, or aging components.

Who We Serve in South Carolina

  • HOAs & community associations

  • Golf courses & private clubs

  • Commercial properties, hotels & resorts

  • Industrial facilities

  • Municipal public works & stormwater departments

  • Developers & EPC contractors

  • Large private communities

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Why South Carolina Chooses Ecological Improvements

1. Initial Consultation

We inspect the infrastructure, identify failures, evaluate flow patterns, take measurements, locate utilities, and assess safety and access requirements.

2. Estimate

We provide an itemized estimate based on excavation depth, pipe condition, repair requirements, materials, traffic control needs, and environmental factors.

3. Custom Plan Development & Design

We design a repair or replacement plan tailored to pipe type, soil conditions, regulatory requirements, operating pressure, and hydraulic performance.

4. Revisions

We refine the plan based on board approvals, engineering input, or budget adjustments.

5. Implementation

Our team completes the repair or installation with proper bedding, compaction, alignment, pressure testing, backfilling, and site restoration.

6. Monitoring, Maintenance & Reporting

We provide documentation, post-repair monitoring, and ongoing support for compliance, performance, and long-term maintenance.

Why South Carolina Chooses Ecological Improvements

  • Agnostic solutions tailored to each site’s infrastructure

  • Expertise across water, sewer, and stormwater systems

  • Full-state coverage with rapid mobilization

  • CEPSCI-informed inspection and reporting

  • Clear communication from initial evaluation to final restoration

  • Turnkey service for HOAs, golf courses, commercial properties, and municipalities

Safe, code-compliant and environmentally responsible construction

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Sinkholes, soft ground, backups, low water pressure, constant wet areas, or flooding around drains are common indicators.

  • Yes. Water escaping under pressure can wash out soil rapidly, creating dangerous voids and slope failures.


  • Most repairs take 1–3 days depending on depth, access, utilities, and material requirements.


  • Responsibility depends on ownership. We help identify ownership and provide documentation.


  • Yes. We provide inspection, diagnosis, repair, and replacement for stormwater, potable water, and sanitary pumps.


South Carolina Service Areas

Charleston • Mount Pleasant • Summerville • Bluffton • Hilton Head • Beaufort • Columbia • Lexington • Irmo • Greenville • Spartanburg • Anderson • Myrtle Beach • Florence • Conway • Georgetown • Clemson • Aiken • Camden • Orangeburg

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Protect your community or facility with safe, reliable, and engineered stormwater and sewer solutions.

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