Crestwood, MO Sewer line repairs previously meant tearing up your landscaping and hours of waiting before your water could be turned back on. But with new repair methods, that's a thing of the past. At Drain Cleaning St. Louis, we the latest, unobtrusive practices such as pipe bursting and pipe lining to fix your sewer line as fast as possible with as little interruption to your life as possible.

We're available 24/7, so as soon as you notice a problem, call us at (314) 972-2233 or contact us online. We're ready today to help your Crestwood, MO home.

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On this page, you'll learn skills to help you with recognizing when your sewer line is broken, finding the reason, and understand repair methods that may apply to your home. No matter what plumbing challenges you're up against, Drain Cleaning St. Louis offers plumbing services to help.

6 Crestwood, MOSewer Line Damage Signs to Watch Out For:

Some plumbing issues, like a leaking faucet, are easy to notice. Sewer line damage, however, is not, which makes potentially hard to notice. Individually, none of the the below indicators guarantees that you have a broken sewer line., but if your Crestwood, MO home starts to display multiple of them, it's time to call a professional plumber to check for sewer line damage:

  1. Odor/Smell - A persistent sewage smell, particularly in your backyard, is the most obvious sign of a broken sewer line. Avoid inhaling these smells, since they can have negative health effects.
  2. Gurgling - When there's a break in your Crestwood, MO house's sewer line, air can get into the pipes and bubbles will spread, causing pervasive gurgling noises.
  3. Slow Drain - When your home's drains don't flow well, even after cleaning them out, it could be that the root cause is a deeper sewer line break.
  4. Green and/or Soggy Yard - Sewage acts as a fertilizer for grass, so leaks can cause patches to grow faster and greener. These spots will also probably have puddles that seem to come back over and over.
  5. Pests - Leaking sewer lines drawn in pests like insects and rodents. They can both live in the damp parts of the yard, and will explore the area, and potentially go up the sewage pipe into your house.
  6. Major Water Bill Fluctuation - Unexpected spikes in water bills can be the result of a broken sewer pipe, constantly draining your water throughout the month.

Common Sewer Line Damage Causes:

Whatever signs of sewer pipe damage you're noticing, it's possible it's coming from one of a few causes. Sewer line breaks in Crestwood, MO have several causes, but the most common are:

  • Wear and Tear - Inevitably, your pipes will wear down and develop cracks, even just from general use. Putting substances like oils or cleaners down the drain can cause the damage to occur faster. Ensuring that they're all regularly and properly cleaned helps extend their lifespan.
  • Blockages/Clogs - Blockages in the line exacerbate other issues, as well as increasing corrosion and pressure in the line, eventually causing cracks to develop.
  • Tree Roots - Sewage leaking from a break provides sustenance to plants like trees, which will grow roots in the area to capitalize on the available nutrients. It's unlikely that they will cause a leak in the first place, but can aggravate the issue.

Unless something went wrong when your sewer line was first built, or it hasn't been maintained properly, it shouldn't require repairs very often. That said, when they are needed, they're often needed urgently. It's important for your plumber to use a method that is fast, effective, and minimizes disruptions to your life.

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How We Repair Crestwood, MO Sewer Lines

At Drain Cleaning St. Louis, we provide you with quality inspections and repairs to help identify and correct any issues with your home's plumbing. When we first set foot at your house, we'll check in with you to understand the issue and then take a deep look into your home's plumbing system to find the cause of the problem. We look at your lines using a top-of-the-line drain camera to check out your pipes from the inside, and can confirm if the sewer line is broken.

After we've found a break in a sewer line, our technicians pick an appropriate repair method for the situation. If we can, we will avoid digging up your yard with one of the following trenchless sewer line repair methods:

  • Pipe Bursting - Pipe bursting features a new pipe, which is pulled through your old one, breaking the broken sewer line down and replacing it with a newer line in the process. By using the existing line as a guide, this replacement method doesn't require trenches to be dug in your yard.
  • Pipe Lining - We can also avoid digging up your lawn with pipe lining. However, instead of outright replacing the old sewer line, with a pipe lining method, you reinforce it with a smaller tube. The liner pipe is measured to fit perfectly inside the damaged line, will be glued in place with epoxy, and allows your sewer flow to continue past the break.
  • Sectional Pipe Point Repair - Sectional pipe point repair is not all that different from pipe lining, since it also involves pulling a liner pipe through the pre-existing sewer line. The main difference is that while pipe lining tends to cover a large section of the existing pipe, point repairs are specifically targeted at cracks and damaged areas.

Each of these methods helps us restore your home's plumbing, faster without shutting down your water for as long. Sewer line repairs aren't still a week-long project that throws off your day and wrecks your landscape. With modern techniques, We can make it faster and more affordable than ever before.

These methods aren't appropriate for every job, but, we always check to see if a trenchless option is available. And regardless of the repair method, we double-check everything by testing your new pipes at the end of the process, to ensure your new pipe is working correctly now.

Preventing Damage to Your Crestwood, MO Sewer Lines

Regardless of whether it's brand new or recently repaired, proper care is important for your sewer line. Below are some tips to minimize wear and tear and prevent future damage to your sewer line:

  • Don't Discard Solids Down the Drain - Likewise for oils and greases. These are common sources of clogs, friction, and other damage to your whole home's plumbing system, and sewer systems are extra vulnerable, as anything discarded into your drains eventually goes through it. Put solids in the trash or compost.
  • Avoid Chemical Drain Cleaners - There's a range of problems with chemical cleaners. Some are effective, but damaging to your pipes, leading to more damage over time. Others just worsen the clog. If you have a blockage, one safe technique is to pour warm salt water down the drain, and if that doesn't unclog it, call a reputable Crestwood, MO plumber to handle the issue.
  • Manage Tree Roots - Any time you're planting or moving a tree around your landscape, check where the sewer lines run early in the planning stage, so you can avoid planting the tree close by. You can also install root barriers on the outside of your pipes to protect them from tree roots.
  • Get A Backflow Preventer - Depending on your specific property and plumbing system, it might be necessary to get a backflow preventer. This stops water from flowing the wrong way, caring sewage into your home's plumbing system. A lot of homes have plumbing systems that are built to prevent backflow automatically, but older systems, those with pools, or those using well water all may require backflow preventers.
  • Repair Other Issues Promptly - Smaller problems can easily snowball into larger ones, as issues like blocks can affect the water's flow and friction. Getting them fixed right away stops them from causing unseen damage over time
  • Regular Maintenance/Inspections - To protect your home's pipes, you can have a plumbing inspection every one to two years, or more often for older plumbing systems. A quick inspection can identify problems that may not have been visible to the naked eye, protecting your home and wallet in the long run.
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Crestwood, MO Sewer Line Repair FAQs

Crestwood, MO homeowners who are concerned about sewer line damage have questions - and we have answers. We've listed out our answers to the most popular sewer line repair questions:

Who is responsible for a broken sewer line?

If your property's sewer line is broken, it's normally your responsibility to repair it. This also applies for parts that go off of your property, until the pipe reaches the sewer main, it's frequently the homeowner's responsibility to repair.

Does homeowners' insurance cover sewer line repairs?

Home insurance policies are all different, so you'll want to check what your specific coverage is. Normally, event-based damage (such as from a fire) will be covered, while wear-and-tear damage is not.

Is a broken sewer pipe an emergency?

A broken sewer line is an emergency if it is leaking sewage into your yard or backflowing into your home's plumbing system. This is because of the potential adverse effects it can have on your health and well-being.

How long can a broken sewer line go undetected?

It is possible for a sewer line to be broken and unnoticed for a long time, even months, if the leak is small enough. Watching out for the key signs of damage and setting up regular maintenance is critical to finding leaks that were otherwise unnoticable.

What is the cheapest way to repair a sewer line?

If possible, a trenchless repair method (like pipe lining or pipe bursting) is the cheapest way to repair or replace a sewer line. Consult with a professional Crestwood, MO plumber to your sewer damage can be fixed through one of these methods.

Are sewer and water pipes the same?

Water and sewer pipes are distinct from each other — they may look the same, but their function is different; water pipes take clean water into your home, while sewer pipes carry out wastewater. Sewer lines are normally made of sturdier material to to prevent corrosion, and rely on gravity (as opposed to water pressure).



Get Your Sewer Line Repaired Today - Call Drain Cleaning St. Louis

If you think your sewer line has a break, or you're not sure and need to set up an inspection, Drain Cleaning St. Louis is here to help you. We offer:

  • Experienced Plumbing Specialists - We have over a decade of experience plumbing in Crestwood, MO, and our team knows how to handle any plumbing issues.
  • Emergency Plumbing Response - We respond to plumbing emergencies as soon as possible to stop them from throwing off your life.
  • 24/7 Availability - If your pipe bursts in the middle of the night, no problem. We're ready to help any time of day.
  • Wide Range of Services Available - We don't just repair sewer lines - we can help with all of your plumbing needs.

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Fix your sewer line damage before it causes further damage. For Crestwood, MO sewer line repairs, call Drain Cleaning St. Louis now at (314) 972-2233 or reach out online. We're ready for your call, no matter when it comes in.

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