3 Warning Signs That A Sewer Line Is In Need Of Repairs

A residential plumbing system is quite complex, but one could argue that the sewer line plays one of the most vital roles. A sewer line is a large pipe that connects a home to the sewer, ensuring that all household waste is properly disposed of. Thus, if there are any issues with the sewer line of the pipe is damaged, it is essential to have repairs made promptly if a homeowner wants to avoid serious problems. A sewer line is buried under the ground, so there is no way for a homeowner to visually inspect it. However, there are a number of warning signs that a sewer line is in need of repairs by an experienced plumber. Some common signs that you are in need of residential plumbing services include:

Slow Drains and Toilets

One of the most common signs that there is something wrong with your sewer line are slow drains and toilets. When a sewer line has a blockage, water and waste can't flow through the pipe swiftly, which means that your drains may be slow and you may experience problems when flushing your toilets. If you are only having issues with one toilet or drain, it may be a localized problem in a connected pipe. But when all of the drains and toilets in your homes are having problems, it is in your best interest to have your sewer line checked out.

Foul Odors

Raw household waste does not have a pleasant smell, and if there is something wrong with your sewer line, the smell may begin to waft into your home. If waste is getting trapped in your sewer line and not making its way into the sewer, the odors can flow through your pipes and be released in your home through the drains. Any time you hint even a brief smell of sewage in your home, you need to take it seriously. A strong sewage smell indoors is almost always a red flag that the sewer line is in need of repairs.

Patches of Extra Green Grass

If your sewer line develops a crack, the household waste can seep through the crack an into the surrounding soil. When this happens, the waste can serve as a fertilizer, so grass in the immediate vicinity may seem much greener and thicker than the rest of your lawn. Take the time to inspect your lawn on a regular basis, and contact a plumber if you see patches of very green grass. 


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