What You Need to Know About Sewer Line Cleaning

by | Mar 6, 2020 | Plumbing Service

The sewer system in your home or business needs to work efficiently, or you may find yourself cleaning up a horrendous mess. Sewer line cleaning is recommended as part of the routine maintenance of your sewer system, or it may be needed to repair problems.

What are Sewer Lines?

Sewer lines are pipes that run from the drains of your home to a main sewer line. The individual lines in your home may connect to a larger line that runs under your property to the city-owned sewer line. The lines are made from several different types of materials, depending on how old the structure is, type of structure and other factors.

Signs that You Need Sewer Line Needs to Be Cleaned

Signs that your sewer lines need professional cleaning are:

  • Backed up drains
  • Foul odors from drains, toilets and sinks
  • Bubbling water inside the basin of your toilet
  • Sewage backup inside your home or on your property

What Happens During Sewer Pipe Cleaning?

Because clogged or broken sewer lines pose many types of health hazards, a professional technician should clean and inspect your sewer lines. The technician opens the drain pipe and lets it drain. An auger is fed through the pipe to remove any debris. Water is sprayed into the pipe to clear out any remaining loose debris. If the technician finds that roots have infiltrated the sewer line, you may need to replace a section of the pipe.

Learn More About Sewer Pipe Cleaning

AME Plumbing, Heating and Cooling specializes in sewer line cleaning for homes and businesses. Call us today to learn more about our services and schedule an appointment.

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