Sewer Line Repair Gray Summit, MO

Gray Summit, MO Sewer line repairs used to mean tearing up your landscaping and losing access to water for the duration of the repairs. But that's a thing of the past. At Drain Cleaning St. Louis, we use new, unintrusive methods such as pipe bursting and pipe lining to fix your plumbing without breaking your landscaping.

We're ready 24/7, so as soon as you notice a problem, call us at (314) 972-2233 or reach out online. Fix it early and prevent further damage to your Gray Summit, MO home.

On this page, we'll look at:

• 6 Signs of sewer line damage to watch out for
• Common causes of sewer line damage
• How Drain Cleaning St. Louis repairs broken sewer lines
• What you can do to prevent damage to your sewer lines
• Frequently asked sewer line repair questions

We created this page to help you with noticing clues that point to a broken sewer line, finding the cause, and get an idea of how repairs will go. , Drain Cleaning St. Louis offers plumbing services to help.

6 Gray Summit, MOSewer Line Damage Signs to Watch Out For:

It's not always obvious when your sewer line is damaged, which makes it all the more important to know what to look for. Any one of the below signs on its own may be from something else, but if you're noticing several of them, especially at the same time, your Gray Summit, 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. Avoid inhaling these smells, since they can have negative health effects.
2. Gurgling - If you're hearing bubbles and gurgling in multiple spots in your home, it's possible air is getting into your pipes through a crack in your sewer line.
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 - If your backyard has strange wet spots that never seem to go away, or odd patterns of greener grass, that can be a sign that your sewer line is leaking into the yard, creating puddles and fertilizing the grass.
5. Pests - Insects and rodents are attracted to broken sewer lines. These pests can thrive in the leakage, 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, 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. Sewer line breaks in Gray Summit, MO have several causes, but the most common are:

• Wear and Tear - Regardless of how well you care for your pipes, in time, they'll wear out and need repairs. Ensuring that they're all regularly and properly cleaned helps extend their lifespan.
• Blockages/Clogs - Even though you can't see them, clogs in the line can cause major issues. Heightened levels of pressure and erosion lead to the formation of cracks and leaks.
• 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.

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.

How We Repair Gray Summit, MO Sewer Lines

At Drain Cleaning St. Louis, we handle all kinds of plumbing repairs as well as cleanings. 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 check for leaks using a top-of-the-line drain camera to view all of your home's plumbing, and can confirm if the sewer line is broken.

After we've inspected your sewer line and located a leak, our technicians use the best repair method available for the circumstances. If possible, we will avoid any excessive impact on your landscaping with one of the following trenchless sewer line repair methods:

• Pipe Bursting - If we use pipe bursting, a new pipe will be pulled through your old one, breaking the old one and automatically setting the new one in its place. By using the existing line as a guide, this replacement method doesn't require trenches to be dug in your yard.
• Pipe Lining - This method works well for less severe breaks, and works a lot like pipe bursting. 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 new pipe will be precisely fitted with the existing one, is attached with epoxy, and allows your sewer flow to continue past the break.
• Sectional Pipe Point Repair - Sectional pipe point repair is closely related to pipe lining, because it also is based around pulling a new, smaller piece of pipe through the damaged sewer pipe. 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.

Each of these methods lets us mend your pipes, quicker without shutting down your water for as long. Sewer line repairs aren't still a week-long project that pauses your life and destroys your lawn. With modern techniques, We can make it faster and more affordable than ever before.

While some sewer lines will need more conventional replacement or repair methods, we always check to see if a trenchless option is practical. And however we conduct your repairs, we reconnect and test your pipes again afterwards, to make sure the new lining or pipe is working correctly now.

Preventing Damage to Your Gray Summit, MO Sewer Lines

To get the longest life out of your sewer line, you'll want to take proper care of it. Below are some tips to protect your sewer line from wear and prevent the need for future repairs:

• Don't Discard Solids Down the Drain - And also don't send down oils and greases. Your entire plumbing system can suffer from blocks, increased wear, and corrosion, and they can hit your sewer line especially hard, since everything 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 with increased corrosion. Others just worsen the clog. If there's a clog in one of your drains, you can try pouring warm salt water down the drain, and if that fails to fix it, call a reputable Gray Summit, MO plumber to evaluate the problem.
• Manage Tree Roots - If you're considering planting or moving a tree around your landscape, 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 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 reversing direction and bringing sewage back into your home's plumbing system. Many homes already naturally prevent this, 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 - 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 stops major problems before they happen, protecting your home and wallet in the long run.

Gray Summit, MO Sewer Line Repair FAQs

Gray Summit, MO homeowners in need of sewer line repairs have lots of questions. Below, we've written an overview of answers to some of the most popular questions:

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

If you suspect there's a leak in your sewer line, or you're wanting to set up a preventative inspection, Drain Cleaning St. Louis has got your back. When you work with us, you're getting:

• Experienced Plumbing Specialists - We have over a decade of experience plumbing in Gray Summit, MO, and our team is ready for any plumbing problem, even the unexpected.
• Emergency Plumbing Response - For major pipe bursts or sewer line breaks, we act fast to fix your home's plumbing problems.
• 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.

We also offer these services in Gray Summit, MO:

• Drain Repair
• Clogged Drain
• Drain Cleaning

Protect your health and your home. For Gray Summit, MO sewer line repairs, call Drain Cleaning St. Louis now at (314) 972-2233 or reach out online. Our sewer line repair services are always available, any time of day or night.