There are several problem signs that a homeowner can easily spot. Many of these are major issues that can significantly affect your quality of life. Here are some of the most telling signs you need a sewer line repair or replacement:
Pipes deteriorate over time. If your house is old, it might need a repair or replacement.
Tree roots grow strong and can penetrate the sewer line, which will release sewage.
Your pipes might make weird sounds. It will sound like a gurgle and is caused by a clog.
A persistent clog will block your drains. Only human waste, toilet paper, and food waste should go down the drain. Debris can cause blockage. Grease, fats, and oils can solidify and also interrupt the flow. This could affect your entire plumbing system.
Soft spots in the lawn. Walk around, and you might hear squelching noises when you take each step.
The lawn is very green. Sewage is great for plants.
Foul smells coming from toilets, drains, or around the house.
Your toilets won’t flush or flush sluggishly.
When a sewer line is clogged, it can be hard or impossible for wastewater to leave your home’s plumbing system. It will eventually back up into showers, toilets, and tubs.
More than the usual number of pests such as rats and mice around your home. These types of animals live in the sewer and might escape into your house.
