Glendale, MO Sewer line repairs used to mean digging up your whole yard and hours of waiting before your water could be turned back on. But that's a thing of the past. At Drain Cleaning St. Louis, we utilize modern, discrete techniques like pipe bursting and pipe lining to lessen the impact on your day-to-day life, while providing a state-of-the-art fix.

We're on standby 24/7, so as soon as you notice a problem, call us at (314) 972-2233 or get in touch online. Don't wait – call now to protect your Glendale, 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 get an idea of how repairs will go. If you're facing issues with your Glendale, MO home's water, Drain Cleaning St. Louis offers plumbing services to help.

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

It's not always obvious when your sewer line is damaged, which makes them tricky to identify. On their own, the clues below could be a sign of another plumbing issue, but if you're noticing several of them, especially at the same time, your Glendale, MO home likely needs sewer line repairs:

  1. Odor/Smell - A nasty odor that never seems to go away, especially in your backyard, is the clearest indicator that your sewer line is broken. Don't inhale too deep: It can have negative health effects.
  2. Gurgling - When there's a break in your Glendale, MO house's sewer line, air can get into the pipes and bubbles will spread, causing pervasive gurgling noises.
  3. Slow Drain - If you're having trouble with multiple drains around your home not performing well, that is often a sign of a broken sewer line. This is especially the case if treating the individual drains doesn't seem to help.
  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 - The stench of leaking sewage will attract pests, such as rats, mice, and bugs. 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 - If your water bills fluctuate, particularly if they are trending upward, it could be the result of a broken sewer line, which silently draws from your water supply, day after day.

Common Sewer Line Damage Causes:

Maybe you suspect that your sewer line is damaged, but you're not sure how it happened. There are a variety of ways that sewer lines can break in Glendale, MO, but the typical ones we see 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 - Tree roots will be attracted to the moist, nutrient-rich environment of an existing sewer line break, and can then extend into the pipe, exacerbating the problem.

With proper installation and maintenance, sewer line repairs should not be frequently required. However, breaks do still occur, even when you're careful. When that happens, your plumber will need to use the right method to quickly and properly fix the issue, and avoid high costs or inconveniences in your life.

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How We Repair Glendale, 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 our expert plumbers first arrive at your home, we'll first talk with you to get an understanding of the problem and then inspect your pipes to find the root cause. 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 there is a leak in your sewer line.

After we've inspected your sewer line and located a leak, our technicians will help you identify the best repair option for your home. If we can, we will avoid digging up your yard with one of the following trenchless sewer line repair methods:

  • Pipe Bursting - A process in which a new pipe 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 - Similar to pipe bursting, this also works with the existing pipes to minimize disruptions. With this method, you also pull a new pipe along the existing sewer line, but instead of breaking apart the old one, the new line just fits inside. The liner pipe is measured to fit perfectly inside the damaged line, is secured with epoxy, and avoids the burst pipe without needing a full replacement.
  • Sectional Pipe Point Repair - Sectional pipe point repair is closely related to pipe lining, because it also uses the technique of pulling a section of sealant or liner through the pre-existing sewer line. The main difference is that pipe lining involves extensive relining, covering a large portion of the existing pipe, while point repairs are specifically targeted at cracks and damaged areas.

The techniques above lets us repair your sewer line, more rapidly without wrecking your day-to-day. Sewer line repairs aren't still a week-long project that throws off your day and tears up your yard. With modern techniques, it can be done quicker and cheaper than ever before.

These methods aren't appropriate for every job, but, we always check to see if a trenchless option is appropriate. And regardless of the repair method, we retest your plumbing system after we're done, to verify that your house's plumbing is fixing the problem we set out to solve.

Preventing Damage to Your Glendale, 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 If you're wondering what you can do to protect your home's sewer line, we've got some tips:

  • Don't Discard Solids Down the Drain - Likewise for oils and greases. They can pile up and create blockages, which damage the pipes all through your house, and your sewer pipes are almost guaranteed to be affected, because anything discarded into your drains eventually goes through it. Put solids in the trash or compost.
  • Avoid Chemical Drain Cleaners - Some chemical cleaners can be effective, but damaging to your pipes in the process. Others don't even clean the pipes, and just harden, creating new blocks. If you think one of your pipes is blocked, one safe technique is to pour warm salt water down the drain, and if that doesn't unclog it, call a reputable Glendale, MO plumber to handle the blockage.
  • Manage Tree Roots - If you're considering planting or moving a tree on your property, check where the sewer lines run before deciding on its new location. You can also install root barriers on the outside of your pipes to stop the trees from getting in.
  • Get A Backflow Preventer - If you've ever had issues with basement flooding, particularly from a sewer line, your home might need a backflow preventer. This device stops water from going backwards through the sewage line into your home's plumbing system. It's possible your home will already have a natural backflow prevention built into the plumbing system's design, but older systems, those with sprinkler systems, or those using well water all use backflow preventers to protect the rest of the system.
  • Repair Other Issues Promptly - A simple clog in your pipes isn't the end of the world, but it's not something you should delay. Increased pressure, friction, and corrosion are all contributors to larger problems, which you can help prevent by taking care of clogs without delay.
  • Regular Maintenance/Inspections - Most houses benefit from having their pipes inspected 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, saving you money and time in the long run.
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Glendale, MO Sewer Line Repair FAQs

Glendale, MO homeowners want to know more about sewer line maintenance, whether yours is new, damaged, or recently repaired. We've listed out our answers to the most popular sewer line repair questions:

Who is responsible for a broken sewer line?

It depends a bit on local regulations, but typically if you own the property, you're responsible for sewer line repairs. Even for sections that are not on your property, until the pipe reaches the sewer main, it's probably 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?

Not every sewer line leak is an emergency, but if it's letting sewage out into your yard, or back into your home's clean water, then it is. This is because of the damage it can do to your health and well-being.

How long can a broken sewer line go undetected?

Smaller cracks and leaks can take weeks, months or even years to find out about, though they often get worse over time. Paying attention to the key signs of damage and setting up regular maintenance is critical to identify damage early.

What is the cheapest way to repair a sewer line?

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

Are sewer and water pipes the same?

No, they are not — They are often constructed out of similar materials, but water pipes take clean water into your home, while sewer pipes carry out wastewater. Sewer lines are often made of sturdier material to protect against wear and tear, and rely on gravity (as opposed to water pressure).



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

If your sewer line is damaged, or you're wanting to set up a preventative inspection, Drain Cleaning St. Louis is proud to be your partner. We offer:

  • Experienced Plumbing Specialists - We have over a decade of experience plumbing in Glendale, MO, and our team is ready for any plumbing problem, even the unexpected.
  • Emergency Plumbing Response - We respond to plumbing emergencies as soon as possible to stop them from throwing off your life.
  • 24/7 Availability - Because issues can arise at any time, we're ready to fix them right away.
  • 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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Don't let broken pipes damage your health or home. For Glendale, MO sewer line repairs, call Drain Cleaning St. Louis now at (314) 972-2233 or reach out online. We're there when you need us, no matter what time it is.

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