At Wm. Henderson Plumbing & Heating Inc., we’ve been replacing sewer lines in Broomall, PA for many years. We thought it would be helpful for our customers if they had a quick guide to show them when it was time to call a plumber to replace their sewer line.
What Causes the Need for Sewer Line Replacement?
Sewer lines are buried in your yard so it seems strange that they could be damaged or crack. But like all things in the world, the passage of time just wears things out. Here are a couple of reasons that your sewer line might need to be replaced.
- Tree roots – This is by far the most common cause of sewer line damage. As tree roots search for water in the ground beneath your yard, your sewer line can quickly become an ideal source. You use your sewer line every single day so there is constantly water flowing through it. The tree roots slowly work their way between the joints in the pipes. Eventually, they can block the entire pipe or crush it causing leaks and cracks.
- Natural disasters – Sometimes the force of an earthquake, hurricane or tornado can cause your sewer line to break.
How to Tell if Your Sewer Line is Broken
Even though your sewer line is buried deep in your yard, there are some tell-tale signs that it is in trouble and might need to be replaced.
- Soft spot in the yard – If you start to notice soggy spots in your yard, it could mean that your sewer line is leaking water.
- Raised spot – Depending upon the type of soil in your yard, leaking water from your sewer line might actually form a bump in your yard.
- Smell sewage – Another sign that your sewer line is leaking is that you start to smell sewage around your yard.
- Clogged drains – If your toilet, shower and other fixtures stop draining properly, it might be a sign that your sewer line is broken.
If you’re experiencing any of these issues, it’s probably time to call a plumber to your Broomall home. These types of problems don’t fix themselves and the longer you wait the worse it will be. Give Wm. Henderson Plumbing & Heating Inc. a call today.