While it may not be a pleasant thing to deal with, your sewer line maintains your home’s comfort and cleanliness. It helps keep your plumbing running smoothly. And if it breaks down, that issue will become the center of attention in your house. Plumbing issues come in two breeds: the first announces itself as a problem and includes blockages, burst pipes, and leaking water. The second kind doesn’t occur in a quick burst and, if ignored, can build up over months or years. This latter variety signals a deep-seated problem in your plumbing, and it can ruin a sewer line if its signs are ignored.
If you notice your toilets or sinks acting up, you should contact Hicks Plumbing for professional sewer repair. Our expert plumbers inspect and repair systems throughout Herndon, VA, and the DC Metro region. We strive to provide a safe and happy community, and that starts with working sewage systems.
Here, we sort the signs of sewer line problems into three areas of life so that you know where to look for them:
Signs in Day-to-Day Life
First, let’s review the basic parts of home plumbing systems. All plumbing fixtures (toilets, sinks, and washing machines) connect to a central drain system through branch lines. Wastewater and solid waste, carried by air pressure, exit your home via the sewer line.
Depending on your home’s disposal system (septic tank, municipal sewers, etc.), your “sewer line” might be a few pipes or part of a regional system. But no matter the design, a problem in the sewer line presents grave issues for your home. It may cause flooding, water damage, and more.
If you notice a sewage smell around your home, it may stem from a faulty sewer line. The stench can crop up in your backyard, basement, or crawl space. Also, a rising water bill may indicate that your sewer line is leaking or broken.
Signs From Your Plumbing Fixtures
The most overt signs of a sewer line problem will arise from plumbing fixtures. While bad smells and rising bills are nuisances, defective toilets and sinks can interrupt your daily routine and health. They call for prompt inspection and repair.
Such signs include variable water levels in your toilet bowl. A sewer line clog or leak may cause low water levels, which in turn prevents proper flushing. You may also hear gurgling noises from your sink drain or toilet flush, something that a simple plunger cannot fix.
Finally, slow draining can also signify a sewer line problem. Many folks try to solve this issue with a drain-cleaning solution but end up doing more harm than good. In the past, sewer lines were expensive and messy to fix. However, our trenchless sewer line repairs cut the price and mess significantly.
Signs in Your Yard
Whether your sewage leaves through a municipal system or a septic tank, it must go underground and through your property. Thus, a damaged sewer line can cause problems in your yard.
Such signs include spots of standing water or soggy ground in your yard. After all, if the line is broken, wastewater leaks out into the adjacent area. This is a health hazard and should be dealt with ASAP.
Leaking sewage also attracts critters. If you’ve noticed an uptick in the rodent and insect populations around your home, something might be wrong underfoot. Again, Hicks Plumbing proudly offers trenchless repairs for your sewer line in order to maintain your home’s well-being.
Get Professional Sewer Line Repair From Hicks Plumbing Service Today!
If you’ve noticed one (or several) of the signs listed above, reach out to Hicks Plumbing Service for professional sewer repair. Our experts treat every home’s safety and sanitation personally, and our services are available throughout Herndon, VA, and the DC Metro region. Don’t wait until the problem interrupts your schedule; call us today at (703) 803-7466 or fill out our online form to get your plumbing inspected and fixed.