What You Need to Know About Main Sewer Line Repairs

If you have sat down to watch TV and start to hear strange gurgling sounds and smell some foul odors inside your home, the sad fact is you probably have a main sewer line repair in your future. In many cases, problems with your sewer line develop due to flushing the wrong things down your toilet or sending them down your drains. From wads of toilet paper that are too large and get stuck inside your sewer line to sending grease or coffee grounds down the drain, these and other things can eventually lead to main sewer line drain repair. If you believe you are now experiencing such a problem, look to the experts here at Boss Plumbing to make the necessary repairs.

What Causes a Broken Sewer Line?

If it turns out your sewer line is broken, there are several reasons why this may have occurred. One of the most common is tree roots that grow into and around the sewer line, eventually putting enough pressure on the pipe until it cracks and breaks. Along with this, the ground temperatures that result in freezing and thawing can also take their toll on a sewer line, especially if the line is older and already suffering from rust or corrosion. When your sewer line breaks you may not only have your drains backing up with waste, but also have a pool of water and waste forming in your yard. Since this is definitely not a DIY job, contact us at Boss Plumbing immediately so that we can get to work fixing this inconvenient and messy problem.

How Do You Repair a Broken Sewer Line?

To begin with, the simplest answer is very carefully. Once you suspect your sewer line is broken and give us a call here at Boss Plumbing, our professionals will arrive and assess the situation. Many times, we can just look at the ground or notice the backup of waste in your home and know the problem is a broken sewer line. But to make sure, we often use our sewer camera inspection equipment to verify our suspicions. State-of-the-art technology, these waterproof cameras can help us determine the problem in only a matter of minutes. Usually costing up to $300, the advantage of using this service is that you will immediately know what is wrong, what repairs will be needed, and how long the repair process will likely last.

How Much Does it Cost to Fix a Main Sewer Line Clog?

When you need main sewer line repairs, keep in mind that a broken sewer line will cost about $250-$300 per foot of line to repair. Thus, depending on the extent of the damage to the sewer line, the time it will take to excavate and make the needed repairs, and the cost of labor and materials, it is a job that could cost thousands of dollars. However, the good news is that once the repairs are made, it is likely your sewer line will not experience any more difficulties for many more years.

Should I Try to Fix a Broken Sewer Line Myself?

Absolutely not. To begin with, you would be putting your safety at risk. Also, you may actually do more damage to your home’s plumbing system, and possibly be breaking local laws in trying to make the repairs. Instead of making a big problem even bigger, trust your main sewer line repair job to us here at Boss Plumbing.

What if I’m Experiencing a Drain Backup?

If your drains start to back up, we suggest you turn off the water to your home and at the source of the backup, be it the toilet or a sink. Once you have turned off these valves, you can greatly minimize the mess and damage from your broken sewer line until your Boss Plumbing pros arrive to help clean the sewer line.

What is Trenchless Sewer Line Repair?

Depending on the extent of damage, we at Boss Plumbing may be able to perform trenchless sewer line repair. If so, this means we will not need to dig up your yard, and will be able to use your existing sewer pipe to install an epoxy liner into your drainage pipes. Though not always possible, it is an option that may be able to be considered for your particular situation.

Once main sewer line repair is needed, time is of the essence. To get the job done correctly the first time and at a reasonable price, give us a call here at Boss Plumbing.