Being able to detect sewer line issues quickly can save you thousands of dollars. You can also prevent property and household damage with early detection. It’s typical for a sewer line to fail over time. This means there are often subtle warning signs that you can pick up on if you know what to look for.
Slow-Moving Drains
Watch the water as it drains out of your sinks, showers and bathtubs. If water is moving slowly or doesn’t drain all the way, there is likely a clog present. You need to figure out if the problems exist with one drain or several. Multiple slow-moving drains typically mean that there’s a deep sewer line problem.
Gurgling Sounds Coming From Drains
When air becomes trapped inside your sewer lines, it can produce bubbling or gurgling sounds. These noises can come from tubs, showers, sinks and even toilets. Clogs and blockages lead to improper venting.
Foul Odors
A rotten egg or sulfur smell coming from your drains is often the result of sewer gas escaping. The problem may stem from pipe damage, blockages or cleanout cap problems. The smell may come and go. It may also be outside or inside, depending on where the problem is.
Healthy Green Patches of Grass
While a healthy landscape may not seem like a problem, it can be. This is especially true if one area is much lusher than another. This occurs when sewage leaks out of your pipe and acts like a natural fertilizer. These overgrown areas may also be accompanied by strong odors or pooling water.
Toilet and Drain Backups
Backups can be the result of sewer line clogs. Tree roots can also grow through pipes, causing obstructions. If your sewer line collapses, it will force debris backwards through your system and up through your toilets and drains.
Problems With Relative Humidity
If you have a leaky pipe behind a wall or underneath flooring, this can introduce moisture into your indoor air. Your home may feel humid and uncomfortable. If you monitor relative humidity using a hygrometer, you may find that it’s difficult to maintain a safe level of moisture. You may also notice musty odors in the air near the leak. Moisture can also lead to a risk of pest infestation. Many species of pests prefer moist conditions.
Don’t let sewer line problems disrupt your day or damage your home. Reach out to our team here at Whipple Service Champions in Salt Lake City, UT to schedule sewer line service.
