Sewer Line Repair Services in Burkittsville, MD, 21718 - Drain & Sewer Services

Do you need a Sewer Line Repair Service in Burkittsville, MD?

The majority of pipes are vulnerable to breakage because of extreme pressure, whether it is the inner (water) or external (ground). A damaged sewer pipe is the most severe type of pipe malfunction. The pipes that have cracks are not only costly to repair however they could pose dangerous health risks. Repair is the initial line of defense when the sewer line is damaged. When repair is not a viable option, we opt for a replacement of the sewer line.

Sewer Line Damage: Common Roots

• Poor maintenance
• Regularly, the ground freezes and then thaws.
• Age-related wear and tear
• Backup from the city's sewer line
• Infiltration of tree roots onto sewer pipe joints and pipes
• Poor design, layout, or installation of sewer pipes
• A buildup of debris, grease, hair, oil, sludge, toilet paper, other substances
• Earth movement, such as earthquakes or nearby heavy construction, for example.

The symptoms of a damaged sewer pipe

• The sound of gurgling is coming from your toilet
• Recycle the water you use to flush your toilet.
• The sewage backup from your toilet and/or tub
• The bathtub is not draining properly or fails to drain
• There is a noticeable greener lawn near your sewage pipe
• Your yard is flooded with water
• The smell of sewers can be found in your basement, yard or in another location

Sewer line blockages can cause raw sewage to back up, and eventually getting into your shower, and drains for your sink. Sewer line backups often cause expensive repairs. The expense of having to replace floors, vanities as well as support joists because of an unrepaired sewer main could surpass the expense of plumbing repairs very quickly, making early detection and repair key to keeping costs down.

A sewer line blockage may occur for various reasons. In excess paper use, oil and grease from kitchen waste, hair and soapy residue from sinks and showers could all cause sewer line obstructions.

If a homeowner is willing to risk getting a little messy, unclogging a main sewer line can be a DIY project. Switch off your main water source. Look for a short round PVC pipe with the screw-on plastic or rubber cap on the top. By removing the cap, you release built up pressure and cause water to flow out from (rather than return to) the house.

The first step of any sewer line repair or replacement in Burkittsville, MD will be a professional sewer camera inspection to determine the root of the clog and the state of the sewer line. With a professional assessment, Burkittsville Drain & Sewer Services will make sure that repairs are completed with care and in accordance with the pipe condition.

Hydro jetting is a method to clean drains that have not been damaged, have large scale build-up, or are surrounded by roots. Using high pressure streams of water and an specialized jetting nozzle we can dislodge years of accumulation and eliminate even stubborn roots.

If the line is damaged, jetting is not ideal. If there are small sections missing, minor holes or cracks, pipelining is a cost effective alternative. Pipelining is the process of repairing the line and creating an entirely new, sturdy, indestructible pipe from the damaged old line.

So if your sewer line is damaged, will you require sewer line repair? or replacement? Repairs may be warranted when there are tiny cracks or holes within the sewer line. Sewer line replacement is possible for more severe pipe damage and corrosion. How do we determine which one is necessary in the event that everything is underground? We use a pipe leak test to determine if you've got damage and where that damage might be. We can fix the leakage or damage in some cases without having to dig up the sewer line. Either way the damage to your sewer line isn't something that can be overlooked. Call Burkittsville Drain & Sewer Services to have your sewer line examined.

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