Tips to Care for Your Sewer Lines
By changing some habits that cause unnecessary plumbing problems for the sewer line and learning to spot issues early, homeowners can better care for their sewer lines and help avoid the messy and costly consequences of sewer line problems. Here is a quick guide to help homeowners protect their sewer lines from problems and how to identify them when they occur.
Prevent and Catch Clogs
A clogged sewer line may be the first thing that comes to mind when people think about sewer line problems. Sewer line clogs can be fairly common in some homes, but often, this is due to poor habits regarding drains. When the wrong items are disposed of in the home’s drains, it can clog a sewer line.
To help avoid sewer clogs, people should discard cooking grease and oils in the trash once they cool rather than pour them down drains. Additionally, residents should avoid putting food waste and items down the drain, even kitchen sink drains with garbage disposals. Also, the only thing that should be flushed down toilets is toilet paper, with items like wipes, diapers, and hygiene products thrown in the garbage instead.
These tips can help prevent sewer line clogs. However, if a clog occurs, drain cleaning will be needed to clear it. Some signs of clogged sewer lines are:
- Gurgling noises
- Slow drainage
- Foul odors
- Water and sewage backups
Prevent and Catch Sewer Line Leaks
Sewer line leaks are another problem that can occur and that people should help prevent and catch. A common cause of a leaking sewer line is clogs, and having them cleared quickly can help prevent a leak from forming.
A sewer line leak should be identified as soon as possible to limit the damage it can cause. Some common signs of leaking sewer lines are:
- Foul odors
- Patches of more lush landscape growth in the yard
- Wet spots or puddles in the yard
- An infestation of insects and pests
- Leaking sounds or the sound of running water
Professional Plumbing Maintenance
Combining the prevention habits above and fixing any problems immediately, along with routine maintenance from seasoned professionals, helps prevent and catch sewer line problems. With routine maintenance, plumbers can inspect and find any existing problems with the plumbing or sewer lines so they can be fixed promptly.
The plumbing inspection will allow any issues to be found and repaired before they get worse or lead to more damaging consequences like a clog leading to a messy sewage backup, or a sewage leak that can damage the house. Plumbing maintenance is typically recommended to be done annually.
About Green Hills Plumbing
Green Hills Plumbing is a locally owned and operated residential and commercial plumbing company serving the Nashville area. They offer 24/7 emergency service, upfront pricing, and no mess left behind. Call them for plumbing services in Nashville, TN.
