Is it Time to Call a Sewer Repair Plumber?
Is it time to call a plumber? It can be challenging to determine sometimes, so here’s are some surefire scenarios where you’ll want to contact Hunt’s Services immediately.
For starters, if there is a pool of sewer water in your yard or home, it goes without saying that you’ll want to call a plumber. This situation means that you have a break in your sewer line, so the waste from your home is now puddling elsewhere on your property after running through your soil. This problem is only going to get worse if you don’t address it right away, so give us a call.
Even a sewage smell on your property is a reason for concern because it could mean that there is a crack somewhere in your sewer pipe. Often, the hole will be somewhere beneath the soil and is minor enough that you can’t see where it originates. It will only get worse over time, though, so having it repaired before it has the chance to do severe damage is very important.
Another situation where you’ll want to get a hold of Hunt’s Services is when waste comes back up your sewer line and into your plumbing fixtures. This situation can be unnerving, especially if you don’t know how to handle it, but rest assured, Hunt’s Services can help. Stay calm and give us a call to ensure that the issue doesn’t get worse. In the meantime, don’t use your toilets or sinks until we have the chance to fix the problem.
A slow drain might not be a serious problem, but, then again, it could be. In reality, it all depends on how many pipes seem clogged. When one drain is slow, you probably have a small clog in a localized drain that needs attention. If every single fixture in your home is slow, however, the problem is much more significant because something is going on with your main sewer line.
Causes of Your Sewer Issues
Now that you know how serious your plumbing issues might be, it’s time to learn what is causing them.
A common cause of sewer line problems in Spanaway is tree roots, which wrap around your pipes and eventually puncture them. These roots can travel underground for significant distances, so you might not even see the problem coming. There isn’t much you can do in this situation but have the pipe repaired.
Another issue that we see in Spanaway is pipe sagging, which occurs when your sewer line is made to support too much weight. Generally, this is the result of substantial periods of rain, as the soil that is holding the pipe washes away, leaving sections on the sewer line without support. Having heavy equipment on your lawn can also lead to pipe sagging.
How old are the pipes in your home? If you live in an older house, check to see if your sewer line has ever been replaced. PVC sewer lines will last a long time, but there was a time when clay pipes were standard, and they tend to break down and crack.
If you put grease and oil into your drains, stop immediately because this practice can cause sewer line problems. As the grease and oil build-up, they collect debris. Eventually, this build-up can lead to cracks in your sewer line, leaving you with a mess to clean-up. If you have a build-up, a sewer cleaning can prevent a break from forming.
