Town and Country, MO Sewer line repairs in the past meant digging up your whole yard and losing access to water for the duration of the repairs. But no longer. At Drain Cleaning St. Louis, we utilize modern, discrete techniques including pipe bursting and pipe lining to minimize your water's downtime and the impact on your lawn.

We're available 24/7, so as soon as you notice a problem, call us at (314) 972-2233 or get in touch online. Fix it early and prevent further damage to your Town and Country, MO home.

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This guide exists to help you with identifying a sewer line break, locating the reason, and understanding what repairs will look like. If you're facing issues with your Town and Country, MO home's water, Drain Cleaning St. Louis offers plumbing services to help.

6 Town and Country, MOSewer Line Damage Signs to Watch Out For:

Sewer line damage isn't always as immediately visible as other plumbing issues, 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 the more that add up, the more likely it is that your Town and Country, MO sewer line needs repairs:

  1. Odor/Smell - A persistent sewage smell, particularly in your backyard, is the most obvious sign of a broken sewer line. Don't inhale too deep: It can have negative health effects.
  2. Gurgling - When there's a break in your Town and Country, MO house's sewer line, air can get into the pipes and bubbles will spread, causing pervasive gurgling noises.
  3. Slow Drain - Slow drains across all of your home's plumbing are a sign of sewer line damage, particularly if they are still slow after cleaning.
  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. They'll turn your yard into a breeding ground, and possibly crawl up the pipe into your home.
  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:

The particulars of sewer line damage can be challenging to identify. Town and Country, MO sewer lines can crack in many ways, but the usual suspects are:

  • Wear and Tear - Over time, particularly if grease or cleaning chemicals have gone down your drains, the pipes will weaken and corrode. Ensuring that they're all regularly and properly cleaned helps extend their lifespan.
  • Blockages/Clogs - If the line becomes clogged, that can increase pressure and erosion, leading to cracks and bursts.
  • Tree Roots - Trees will naturally spread their roots where they can find nutrients and moisture, and find leaking sewer lines to be an excellent source of both. They typically are not the cause of the original break, but can make it worse.

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. 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 Town and Country, MO Sewer Lines

At Drain Cleaning St. Louis, we cover all your home's plumbing and sewer line repair needs. After arriving at your property, we'll check in with you to understand the issue and then conduct an inspection to identify the problem. We examine your pipes using a top-of-the-line drain camera to see all throughout your pipes, and can confirm if the sewer line is broken.

After we've found a break in a sewer line, our technicians use the best repair method available for the circumstances. If viable, we will avoid excavating your lawn 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 old one and automatically setting the new one in its place. This allows the process to be performed with minimal holes dug in your yard.
  • Pipe Lining - Pipe lining also takes advantage of the pipes your sewer line already has in place. However, instead of outright replacing the old sewer line, with a pipe lining method, you reinforce it with a smaller tube. This tube is measured to fit snuggly in the old line, will be glued in place with epoxy, and circumvents the leaks and keeps your sewage flowing.
  • Sectional Pipe Point Repair - Sectional pipe point repair is closely related to pipe lining, as it also is based around pulling a new, smaller piece of pipe through the existing pipe. The main difference is that instead of relining a long portion of the older, damaged pipe, point repairs are specifically targeted at cracks and damaged areas.

Using pipe bursting, pipe lining, and sectional repair methods lets us fix your property, quicker with fewer disruptions. Sewer line repairs don't have to be a major hassle that disrupts 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 available. And in any case, we double-check everything by testing your new pipes at the end of the process, to make sure your house's plumbing is working correctly now.

Preventing Damage to Your Town and Country, MO Sewer Lines

For any sewer line, taking care of it will help extend its lifespan and reduce the need for repairs. 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 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 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 doesn't work, call a reputable Town and Country, MO plumber to clean out the issue.
  • Manage Tree Roots - Any time you're planting or moving a tree around your landscape, check where the sewer lines run prior to picking the tree's new spot. You can also install root barriers on the outside of your pipes to protect them from tree roots.
  • 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. Many homes already naturally prevent this, but older systems, those with pools, or those using well water all may require backflow preventers.
  • Repair Other Issues Promptly - Clogs in one of your pipes lead to friction, which can increase wear and tear throughout the system. Fixing smaller issues promptly stops them from contributing to larger damage.
  • 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 stops major problems before they happen, saving you money and time in the long run.
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Town and Country, MO Sewer Line Repair FAQs

Town and Country, 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?

If your property's sewer line is broken, it's normally your responsibility to repair it. Sewer lines can extend off of your property, but even from those parts, until the pipe reaches the sewer main, it's most often the homeowner's responsibility to repair.

Does homeowners' insurance cover sewer line repairs?

This will depend on the specific policy and situation. Typically, home insurance will cover sewer line repairs if they result from a specific event, like extreme weather or a fire. However, wear and tear, tree roots, or poor maintenance are normally not covered.

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?

Sewer line breaks can go undetected for long periods of time - for smaller leaks, it can take months, or even years, to notice. Watching out for the key signs of damage and setting up regular maintenance is critical to catching it before it slips through the cracks.

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 Town and Country, MO plumber to find out if one of these options is right for your property.

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 tend to be 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 something is wrong with your sewer line, or you're not sure and need to set up an inspection, Drain Cleaning St. Louis is here to help you. When you work with us, you're getting:

  • Experienced Plumbing Specialists - We have over a decade of experience plumbing in Town and Country, MO, and our team knows how to handle any plumbing issues.
  • 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 - Whatever is going on with your home's pipes, we can help with all of your plumbing needs.

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Don't let broken pipes damage your health or home. For Town and Country, MO sewer line repairs, call Drain Cleaning St. Louis today 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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