Don’t risk water damage and health issues at your property due to an issue with your sewer line. Call for professional repairs and replacements as soon as possible. Let the trusted plumbers at Scott Plumbing handle the job and restore the line at your Huntsville, AL house. We are North Alabama’s choice for professional plumbing services.
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Common Causes of Sewer Line Problems
While sewer line issues might be one of the most dreaded plumbing issues, unfortunately, your system may occasionally experience problems that need professional repairs. Some common problems can include:
- Blockages in drains that clog the line.
- Corrosive soil that causes the line to deteriorate.
- Cracks in the line.
- Shifting of the earth that causes the lines to collapse.
- Signs of aging.
- Tree roots that are interfering with the line.
- Problems with your septic tank.
- Issues during a major construction project that interfere with the line.
Signs Your Sewer Line Needs Repairs
To protect your property and your family’s health, it’s essential to find sewer line issues as soon as possible. If you notice the following signs, you should call Scott Plumbing to have our experts inspect the issue:
- Your drains are slow to empty or don’t empty out at all.
- You have multiple drains that are clogged at one time.
- You smell sewage in or around your property.
- You hear bubbling sounds when you use the sink or flush the toilet.
- You see standing water around the sewer line.
- You have water backing up out of your tubs, toilets, and sinks.
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How To Prevent Sewer Line Issues
While sewer lines can potentially cause major damage to your property, fortunately, there are ways to prevent these problems, including:
- Know what you can put down your drains and toilet. Some items to avoid include hygienic products, diapers, cooking grease, oils, and even some types of toilet paper.
- Locate and mark your sewer lines before performing a large excavation or construction project in your yard.
- Keep trees with large root systems as far away from sewage lines as possible.
- Put screens in your sinks, showers, and bathtubs to prevent debris from going down the drain.