Your sewer lines are buried deep beneath the ground, yet they are still vulnerable to various forms of damage. Issues such as tree root infiltration and soil movement can harm these lines. Any damage to your sewer line can impact your entire plumbing system, affecting toilets, bathtubs, showers, sinks, and drains. Below, we've listed some of the most frequent reasons for sewer line damage:
- Inadequate upkeep
- Improper installation, design, or arrangement of your sewage system
- Roots from trees infiltrating cracks or joints in your sewer system
- Blockages due to various forms of waste, such as grease, sludge, toilet paper, hair, and debris
- Backup from the municipal main sewer line
- Unexpected freezing that hardens the ground
- Wear and tear due to aging
- Earthquakes, soil movement, and nearby construction activities
Damaged or Broken Sewer Line Indicators
When your sewage line gets damaged, it impacts the entire plumbing system your home relies on to function properly. Therefore, it's vital to identify sewer line problems early. Small issues can usually be fixed, but if left untreated, they can escalate into significant concerns that necessitate a replacement of the residential sewer line by Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Barrie. Our costs for replacing residential sewer lines are fair and competitive. However, it's important to note that replacing a sewer line tends to be more costly than addressing repairs at the first sign of trouble. This means you can save a significant amount by recognizing the early indicators of a failing sewer line. Here are some signs that your sewer line may be malfunctioning due to damage:
- Reduced water levels in your toilets
- Wastewater backing up in your drains
- Slow drainage in sinks, showers, or bathtubs
- Yard flooding despite no recent rainfall
- Patches of lusher grass along your sewer line (between your house and the nearest municipal sewer main)
- Foul odors of sewage around your yard or drains, particularly in the basement
