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8 Signs It's Time to Replace Your Home's Sewer Line

The sewer line is one of those features in your home that you take for granted. As long as it is doing its job of silently carrying wastewater from your home into the city’s sewer system, you don’t have any reason to think about it. But that changes very quickly once the main sewer line or mainline stops working. Sewer line malfunctions are one of those things you don’t want to deal with as a homeowner or a landlord, says  RealevateSpecialists.com . Problems with the sewer line often result in foul-smelling wastewater backing up into your home. In addition to the cost of fixing the system, you may not be able to use the toilet, sink, or shower as usual during the repairs. Also, apart from the immediate negative impact of sewer line damage, problems with the mainline can predispose your home to invasion mold and pest infestation. Sewer line problems are best detected early. If you can manage to find problems with your sewer line before it creates a mess inside your home, you would b...

6 SEWER LINE MAINTENANCE TIPS

When you flush water through your toilet, sink, or bathtub, do you know where it goes? All that water has to go somewhere and where it goes is into your sewer lines. The sewer line transports all the wastewater from inside your home to the main sewer in the street. Like most features of the home that you don’t see or handle every day, sewer lines only get attention when they stop working. Sewer line maintenance rarely features in homeowner’s or landlord’s routine maintenance, says  PinnaclePMC.com . But sewer line issues can be really unpleasant when they happen.  Imagine the horror of flushing your toilet after use, only for the bowl to fill up and spill its contents on the toilet floor. Or what do you do when bathwater refuses to drain out of the bathroom? These are the kinds of issues that happen when sewer lines stop functioning.  But they can be prevented with proper sewer line maintenance. COMMON SEWER LINE PROBLEMS The three most common issues you may have with you...

How to Detect a Water Leak in Your Home

At least one in every four homes experience water leaks.  Burst pipes  and water leaks are not uncommon. Whether you own the home or rent it, you should expect leaks. You cannot avoid all instances of water leaks. However, you can put up measures to reduce the extent of  damage to your property  and your expenses. Some leaks are very obvious. You can either see them or hear the dripping sound of water. However, other forms of leaks may not be so apparent. They can occur quietly and you only notice them when they have caused serious damage to the property. That is why it is essential to detect leaks early. In this article, we will discuss how you can  detect water leaks in your house  even when it is hidden. HOW TO DETECT WATER LEAKS IN YOUR HOME A drop in water pressure There are two ways you can check for the water pressure in your home. One is by using a pressure gauge. The second one is by observing the water flow rate. If you are using a pressure gauge,...

Chicago Sewer Line Repair

  UNDERGROUND SEWER LINE REPAIR IN CHICAGO Sewer main line blockage  can cause sewage to back up and find its way into the drains and tubs inside of your home. Sewer main line blockages often result in a pricey  sewer line repair  job for many homeowners. The price of having to replace flooring, appliances, etc. due of a backed up sewer main line can over take the cost of the original plumbing repairs swiftly, making early back up detections and repair your main focus on keeping costs down. A sewer main line back up can occur for a number of reasons. Excessive toilet paper being flushed, grease from kitchen sinks, hair build up from sinks and showers can all result in costly sewer line back ups. SEWER LINE REPLACEMENT IN CHICAGO Suburban Plumbing Experts  is a  Sewer Company  that is fully experienced performing  sewer line repair services  of all sizes and intensity. Whether you are in need of a small sewer line repair or a  full sewer ...

Inspect A Home's Plumbing Before Purchasing

Buying a new home is exciting, but it is important to know exactly what you are buying before signing any papers. Having any plumbing repairs or having to add new appliances can quickly add up, especially if they are needed shortly after moving into the new home. If you do find any problems ahead of time, ask that the previous owner drop the overall cost of the home so these repairs can be fixed. Here are some tips on what you should be looking for to know what plumbing features you should be inspecting before buying a new home. Water Supply and Toilets Older homes can be easily identified by the type of pipes they have. Steel and lead piping are materials that were very common 30-40 years ago but are currently not being used in modern day home plumbing. If an older house has updated copper or plastic piping, it's safe to say that the original pipes have been replaced over the years. If a home has the original steel or lead pipes, be prepared for possible plumbing repairs or plumbi...

Hydro-Jetting Advantages

Hydro-Jetting is a great option for anyone concerned about the overall long term health of their pipes and the environment around them.  Hydro-Jetting is a sewer drain cleaning technique that properly releases any clogs in your drain or sewer line. Hydro-Jetting is a process in which highly pressurized water is used to clean and maintain pipes and drains. It works by pushing debris out of pipes and pulverizing solid objects like tree roots. Hydro-Jetting in Brookfield, Illinois Hydro-Jetting vs. Plumbing Snake When it comes to clogged sewer lines and drain lines, you have a few routes you can choose. Hydro Jetting or using a plumbing snake. Deciding between the two often depends on how big the situation is. A plumbing snake works best for small clogs that are easily dislodged. Hydro-Jetting works best when it comes to clearing sewer lines infested with major debris. Items such as sewer tree roots and sludge can clog and back up the entire sewer line system. Clear Sewer and Dra...

Sewer Pipe Video Camera Inspections for Sewer Tree Roots

Some sewer line issues are caused by the homeowner themselves. That includes things like clogs formed after the wrong things are put down the drain or in the toilet. Most all sewer line issues simply occur due to nature though. While this doesn’t mean you are powerless against sewer line problems, with a little due diligence and the combination of  the correct preventive sewer repair services, you can stop these sewer line issues before they even occur outside of your home. The best way to get to the bottom of any sewer issues is a sewer video camera inspection . Damage to the Pipe There are many reasons a sewer line pipe can break, and it won’t be your own fault. Soil can shift throughout the seasons of the year, and can put stress on the sewer pipes which in turn can cause them to burst or rupture. Older sewer pipes are at risk of corroding, which then can turn into leaks. Sewer pipes are held together by seals, and as these seals deteriorate over time, they can cause w...

When Your Sewer Lines Fail

Unfortunately, Sooner or later, every plumbing pipe in your home will fail and need to be fixed or replaced.  This includes the main water line leading into your home. When the main water line experiences trouble, it affects every plumbing pipe fixture and appliance in your home. In ideal situations, a main line could last you for decades. This depends on a lot of factors though. Regardless, there could be damage. Repairing a sewers main line can be pricey and the possible downtime could become very inconvenient for you. You can prepare for and perhaps reduce cost and disruption by having a  sewer camera inspection  of your main sewer line every few years. The greatest threats to your sewers main line can occur slowly over time and a sewer camera inspection can help find clogs or blockages before they occur. Clogged Sewer Line What Can Actually Go Wrong? Your main sewer line faces potential threats from the inside and the outside. From the outside, one of the biggest thre...

Sewer Line Repair

Sewer Line Repair Services The Suburban Plumbing Experts are a sewer contractor that is fully qualified to perform sewer line repair services of all sizes and intensity. Whether you are in need of a small spot repair or a full sewer line replacement, our licensed professionals can get the job done. Our sewer experts will inspect your main line to properly diagnose the problem and assess the situation. We will then discuss the replacement or repair options that will best suit your home and budget. If you are experiencing a minor sewer problem, we can perform sewer line maintenance that will stop the problem before it becomes a costly sewer backup or broken pipe. Trenchless Sewer Service is an option in which we can dig two small holes from each side of the sewer replacement instead of digging a whole trench across your lawn. Also can be done for Trenchless Sewer Repair Service under a sidewalk or driveway.    Sewer Main Line Problems   The Suburban Plumbin...