Sewer Line Repair Services in Richmond, IL, 60071 - Drain & Sewer Services

Do you need a Sewer Line Repair Service in Richmond, IL?

All kinds of pipes are susceptible to breaking under extreme pressure. However, one of the most dangerous pipe problems one could experience is that of a damaged sewer pipe. Pipes that are cracked can be expensive to repair and can pose significant health risks. Repair is the first line defense when a sewer line breaks down. We will consider the replacement of sewer lines when repair is not an option.

Common Reasons for Sewer Line Damage

• Poor maintenance
• Ground freezes and thaws on a frequent on a regular
• Wear and tear due to the aging process
• A backup from a city's sewer line
• Infiltration of tree roots on sewer pipe holes and joints
• Poor layout, design, or installation of sewer pipes
• A accumulation of grease, debris hair, oil, toilet paper, sludge, other materials
• Earth movements like earthquakes, nearby heavy construction, etc.

Signs of a Broken Sewer Pipe

• There is a sound of gurgling emanating from your bathroom
• Water has been drained from your toilet
• Your toilet and/or bathtub should be equipped with an additional water system.
• Bathtubs that drain slowly or do not drain
• You'll notice a more green lawn around your sewage pipes
• Your yard is full of water
• Odors from sewers in your backyard, basement or in another location

When your house settles, the foundation and pipes can shift. They, as well as the general wear and tear on pipes from everyday use can all lead to sewer line issues. If you maintain your sewer lines with regular inspections it is possible to enjoy many years from your sewer lines with little to no reason for repairs.

But with that mentioned, there are many outside factors that a homeowner can not have any control over that can damage sewer lines. For instance, trees can cause damage to sewer lines. They can establish themselves and then grow into the sewer pipes, creating major blockages and requiring repairs. Richmond Drain & Sewer Services can help you when you suspect that a tree root may have caused damage to your sewer line.

Extreme weather can also result in unforeseeable damage, such as shifting your home because of extreme cold or heat. This could cause issues with the sewer line.

If you have ever experienced an obstruction in your sewer line, you'll know how chaotic it can get. A sewer may stop flowing due to a variety of reasons, such as frozen ground and impacted soil. The pipe could also be blocked by grease, paper, or other foreign debris. Root infiltration is another frequent problem. This happens when roots from nearby trees or shrubs enter the sewer line at a joint and grow to cover the pipe with a hair-like root mass. If they are not dealt with immediately blocked pipes can cause the pipeline to burst or break, or even collapse. This damage can lead to the necessity of replacing the sewer line. Richmond Drain & Sewer Services are the experts to call in the event of a sewer line repair or replacement. Our Richmond plumbers not only have decades of experience repiping sewer lines, they can also tailor our service to suit your budget and needs.

If your sewer line is damaged, will you need repair to your sewer line? or replacement? If cracks or small holes are present within the sewer line, usually a repair is what is warranted. A sewer line replacement is a possibility in the case of more serious pipe damage and corrosion. However, with everything underground, how can our experts tell which one is necessary? To determine if there is damage to your pipes and the severity of it, we conduct a pipe leak test. If we determine there is an issue or leak that needs to be repaired, we can perform trenchless repairs in some cases, but replacements do require digging the sewer line up. The damage to your sewer line should not be overlooked. Before things get out of hand, make a call to Richmond Drain & Sewer Services, and allow us to look at your sewer line.

Areas we server: 60071

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