Avoid Sewer Line Repairs

1. Avoid Sewer Line Repairs By - https://allutahplumbing.com/

2. Any homeowner can feel anxious and stressed out by a sewer problem. You, the homeowner are responsible for your main sewage lines. These pipes connect your home to the main sewage line of your city or your septic tank. Find out the causes and symptoms of a problem, and what you can expect when you have to replace or repair your sewer line:

3. Common Causes of Sewer Line Damage Corroded pipes • Cast iron and steel pipes are more susceptible to corrosion than cast iron. This is due to calcium and magnesium buildup from regular wear. Corroded pipes can lead to cracks and leakage if they are not treated. Repairs of this nature can be costly.

4. Moving Ground • Ground shifts can be caused by freezing, thawing, or other natural causes. This could cause sewage lines to crack and collapse.

5. Tree Roots • As they grow, tree roots follow water sources. Because they contain liquid waste, roots are naturally attracted to sewage lines. Tree roots can wrap around pipes and cause clogging weakness, or even a complete break. Clay sewage pipes are the most vulnerable pipes to tree root damage. Clay pipes are most commonly found in older homes.

6. Blockages/Clogs • Sewer pipes can be clogged by grease, food, hair, and other foreign items. These items can block drains and are difficult to dissolve. Sewer Line Damage, Signs of Needed Repair Water Damage • Mold growth on walls and floors is one of the most obvious signs of water damage. This could indicate a clogged sewer line.

7. Sewage Odor • A sewage odor could be a sign that the main sewage line has sprung a leak. Sewer odors can be caused by broken sewage near the foundation wall. A home odor could indicate a blockage in the piping or a restriction. Flooded or Bad Smelling Yard • A sewage line that is not buried below the ground can cause water to seep into the grass and create a pool. Sometimes, sewage gas can seep through the soil and cause a foul-smelling yard.

8. Multiple Drains Block • If multiple drains are clogging, then the main sewage line will be blocked. A gurgling sound coming from the toilets is the most obvious sign of severe blockage. This is caused by air being pushed up the line due to a blockage. Schedule a service repair with your local All Utah Plumbing technicians.

9. Diagnosis First, you need to determine what's causing it. This can be done with a rodding machine or a hydrojetter. Once the line has been cleared, a camera inspection will be done to check for cracks or other issues. The permanent solution to any problem in your sewer pipes is to repair or replace them and prevent future problems. Maintenance and Annual Inspections To avoid slow drains or blocked drains, annual drain cleaning is the best method to keep your sewage lines clean. Our technician can inspect the sewer lines during drain cleaning to find any issues to repair.

10. Take Trees and Bushes away from the Sewer Line Repairs can be difficult due to the proximity of trees or bushes to sewer lines. Avoid Clogs Don't flush toilet paper, wipes, or any other hygiene products down your toilet. Never pour grease down the kitchen sink. Only allow soft foods that you would give to a baby to go down the kitchen sink and into the disposal. Do not use acid-based drain cleaning solutions, you may have to repair your pipes from this.