Sewer Line Repair Services in Winthrop, MA, 02152 - Drain & Sewer Services

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In general, all kinds of pipes are vulnerable to breakage due to extreme pressure, be it inner (water) or external (ground). However, one of the most dangerous pipe problems one could experience is that of a damaged sewer pipe. The pipes that have cracks are not only expensive to repair, however they could pose serious health hazards. Repair is the initial line of defense in the event that a sewer line breaks down. If repair isn't an option we can turn to sewer line replacement.

Sewer Line Damage: Common Causes

• Poor maintenance
• The ground is frozen and frozen regularly.
• Wear and tear due to age
• Backup from a sewer line in a city
• Tree roots infiltrate sewer pipe joints and holes
• Poor design, layout, or the installation of sewer pipes
• Hair, hair debris, grease and oil buildup as well as toilet paper and sludge.
• Earth movement such as earthquakes, nearby heavy construction, etc.

Signs of a Broken Sewer Pipe

• The toilet is gurgling.
• You have water that has drained out of your toilet
• Your bathtub and toilet should be equipped with a backup water system.
• Tubs that are slow draining or have no drain
• You will notice greener grass around your sewage line
• Your yard is overflowing with water
• Sewer odors can be found in your yard, basement or any other place

Sewer line blockages can cause raw sewage to back up and leaking into your shower, tub and sink drains. Sewer line backups can often cause expensive repairs. The expense of having to replace vanities, floors, and even support joists as a result of a backed-up sewer main can surpass the expense of plumbing repair quickly, making prompt detection and repair key to keeping costs down.

A blockage in the sewer line could occur due to many reasons. In excess paper use, oil and grease from kitchen waste, hair and soapy residue from sinks and showers could cause sewer line obstructions.

Unclogging the main sewer line can be accomplished by homeowners willing to get messy. First, turn the main water line to the home off. There will be small, round PVC pipe that has an end cap or a rubber screw-on cap. The cap can be removed to release the pressure and let water drain away from the house.

Sewer line repair and replacement solutions depend on the cause and extent of the damage. Repairs can be completed quickly when the sewer line is accessible, or under a raised foundation. Our team can fix small holes or cracks in the sewer line, by cutting it out and replacing it with a brand new PVC pipe.

What are the circumstances when the sewer line is replaced? If your sewer line is regularly clogged, severely damaged by roots or has frozen, it will likely require replacement. Pipes that are damaged or broken may need to be replaced in sections. Our experts will give an estimate that includes safe excavation and finish work once the line has been replaced. Pipes that break can occur due to old age, neglect or tree roots and frozen or burst pipes, as well as the disintegration.

If your line is mostly intact, then sewer pipelining could be the right choice for you. It's a trench-free, no dig solution which can repair the pipe without replacement.

So if the sewer line in your home is damaged, will you need repair to your sewer line? or replacement? If cracks or small holes occur within the sewer line usually a repair is what is required. If the pipe is corroding to a greater extent or more severe damage, sewer line replacement may be required. How do we determine which one is needed in the event that all of the pipes are underground? We perform a leak test to find out if you have damage and where that damage might be. If we determine there is an issue or leak, we can do trenchless repairs in some instances, however replacements require us to dig the sewer line. Either way the damage to your sewer line isn't a problem that can be overlooked. Contact Winthrop Drain & Sewer Services to have your sewer line checked.

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