Woodson Terrace, MO Sewer line repairs in the past meant massive trenches being dug in the middle of your lawn and having your water shut off for hours or days. But with new repair methods, 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.

You can reach us 24/7, so as soon as you notice a problem, call us at (314) 972-2233 or contact us online. Don't wait – call now to protect your Woodson Terrace, MO home.

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We created this page to help you with identifying a sewer line break, identifying the root issue, and understanding what repairs will look like. Regardless of the type, size, and location of the problem, Drain Cleaning St. Louis offers plumbing services to help.

6 Woodson Terrace, MOSewer Line Damage Signs to Watch Out For:

Sewer line damage isn't always as immediately visible as other plumbing issues, which makes potentially hard to notice. Individually, none of the the below indicators guarantees that you have a broken sewer line., but if your Woodson Terrace, 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. Breathing it excessively 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 - 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 - Insects and rodents are attracted to broken sewer lines. 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 - Strange fluctuations in your water bill, particularly if it increased suddenly, can be a sign that your sewer line is broken, creating a flow of water that runs all month long.

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 Woodson Terrace, MO have several causes, but the usual suspects 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 - Blockages in the line exacerbate other issues, as well as increasing corrosion and pressure in the line, eventually causing cracks to develop.
  • 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. When they are needed, though, choosing the right repair method is important to minimize the cost and impact on your day-to-day life.

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How We Repair Woodson Terrace, 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 first talk with you to get an understanding of the problem 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 check out your pipes from the inside, and can confirm if there is a clog, crack, or any other issue with your sewer line.

After we've identified a broken sewer line, our technicians use the best repair method available for the circumstances. If we can, we will avoid any excessive impact on your landscaping 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 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 - This method works well for less severe breaks, and works a lot like pipe bursting. 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, is secured with epoxy, and gets your sewage flowing past the breaks in the old line.
  • Sectional Pipe Point Repair - Sectional pipe point repair is closely related to pipe lining, because it also is based around pulling a section of sealant or liner 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 only cover a smaller section with the leak.

The techniques above lets us fix your property, faster with fewer disruptions. Sewer line repairs aren't still a week-long project that disrupts your life and wrecks your landscape. Today, 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 available. And no matter which technique we use, we double-check everything by testing your new pipes at the end of the process, to ensure your house's plumbing is fixing the problem we set out to solve.

Preventing Damage to Your Woodson Terrace, MO Sewer Lines

Regardless of whether it's brand new or recently repaired, proper care is important for your sewer line. There are some simple steps you can take 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. Your entire plumbing system can suffer from blocks, increased wear, and corrosion, and they are particularly rough on your sewer system, because all the things you send down the drain 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 as they clean. Others can actually solidify in your pipes, creating new blockages. If you think one of your pipes is blocked, a better option is to pour warm salt water down the drain, and if that fails to unclog it, call a reputable Woodson Terrace, MO plumber to clear out the blockage.
  • Manage Tree Roots - If you're considering 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 stop the trees from getting in.
  • Get A Backflow Preventer - Depending on your specific property and plumbing system, it might be necessary to get a backflow preventer. This device stops water from reversing direction and bringing sewage back 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 - 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 - 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 catch smaller issues before they snowball into larger ones, saving you money and time in the long run.
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Woodson Terrace, MO Sewer Line Repair FAQs

Woodson Terrace, 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?

Generally, the property owner is responsible for repairing broken sewer lines. Even for sections that are not on your property, until the pipe reaches the sewer main, it's often 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. Watching out for the key signs of damage and ensuring you have your plumbing inspected regularly is critical to catching it before it slips through the cracks.

What is the cheapest way to repair a sewer line?

If practical, 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 Woodson Terrace, 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 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 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 you think your sewer line has a break, 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 Woodson Terrace, MO, and our team is experts in all things plumbing.
  • Emergency Plumbing Response - We respond to plumbing emergencies as soon as possible to stop them from throwing off your life.
  • 24/7 Availability - Our team is ready for your call, no matter when it comes in.
  • Wide Range of Services Available - Beyond sewer line repairs, we can help with all of your plumbing needs.

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Fix your sewer line damage before it causes further damage. For Woodson Terrace, MO sewer line repairs, call Drain Cleaning St. Louis today at (314) 972-2233 or reach out online. Our sewer line repair services are always available, any time of day or night.

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