Sewer Repair Evanston
What is a sewer line repair?
Sewer Repair is a process in which a sewer line is dug up and inspected for any damage.
Sewer lines are made of clay, concrete, or metal pipe that carries sewage to the treatment facility in order to be treated and converted into liquid fertilizer.
Common causes of sewer repair
Tree roots
One of the most common problems plaguing sewers lines. These organic creatures can grow for miles underground and are experts at extracting aquatic nutrients from your sewer pipes.
Once they infiltrate, these organic beings will clog your pipeline, preventing sewage from flowing properly.
This leads to backup waste in your drains that could cause a major plumbing problem or even worse, an emergency flood situation if not dealt with promptly.
Sewer pipe pressure
Old sewer systems that are under too much pressure can burst fairly easily, when this happens, the pipe will lose its structural integrity and spew sewage everywhere.
Heavy rain
For homes that are not equipped with outdoor drainage, heavy rain can cause a number of issues, like:
- Flooding due to lack of sufficient outside water flow
- Accumulated debris can lead to clogs or blockages that will cause backups when a sewers water flow is obstructed and has no way to drain out.
- Sewage may also back up into your home due to clogged drainage which can lead to a number of problems.
- Pipes can burst due to the blockages and excessive water pressure.
Why does my home need sewer repairs?
There are many factors to consider when inspecting your sewer system for repairs.
Your sewer line should be inspected regularly to see if there are any issues. If you have a clog, or your drain isn’t draining as quickly as it used to, then the issue is more than likely in your sewer lines.
Sewer repair is needed when a sewer becomes clogged, blockages occur, or pipes become old and leaky.
This can cause sewage to back up into your home and create bad odors that are hard to remove without professional help.
Sewers may even overflow in high rain events as previously mentioned, which could lead to severe flooding and property damage.
Signs You May Need Sewer Repair
A clog in a sewer system is a clear sign you may be in need of sewer repair. A hindrance in your pipes will affect how quickly water flows, which means more pressure on pipes that are working correctly and less pressure for those that aren’t.
Obstructions can lead to sewage back-ups into homes which releases bacteria and harmful chemicals that are not good for human consumption.
Water damage can also happen from clogs and leaks in your sewer line, which will need to be addressed promptly to prevent mold and contaminants.
How do I know if I have a problem with my sewer line?
If you notice any of the following signs, you may have a sewer problem:
Foul odors
Strong odors are the most obvious sign of sewer problems and can be caused by various sources like sewage backup, sewer gas, and lack of ventilation.
Different types of bacteria can also cause a sewer odor. Hydrogen Sulfide, Ammonia, Carbon Dioxide are other compounds that may produce foul odors when they mix with water inside of the pipe.
Slow drains
Main sewer clogs are often caused by sewer blockages, overloading the system with too much liquid, or flushing materials beyond the capacity of your main drain line, causing a backup in toilets, bathtubs, or sinks.
Lush patches
Lush Patches of grass are also evidence to sewer problems, all caused by a broken sewer line.
Leakage of untreated sewage into the ground will cause your lawn to grow in thick and extra green, so if you notice lush patches on your lawn there’s most likely trouble with your sewer pipes!
Mold
Mold that won’t go away is an indication of a sewer problem and can be detected by the color of your toilet water.
Moisture can also cause mold to grow in other areas of the home including bathtubs, inside walls or ceilings.
Mold needs two things to thrive – moisture and warm temperatures. Mold spores are everywhere so it’s not hard for them to find a good environment unless they’re killed.
Evanston Sewer Repair – Steps Evanston residents should take to protect themselves from the dangers sewer repair
Leaving yourself open to sewer problems can be dangerous and expensive. Here are a few precautionary measures you can take to protect yourself from expensive sewer repair bills and even worse, the damages and implications sewage backup can have.
Cost Effective Maintenance
Evanston Sewer Rodding
The Rescue Team was called out to the prestigious city of Evanston, where our Evanston family was suffering from a huge sewage backup. This was the family’s third sewage back-up this month.
On arrival, the plumber and his apprentice quickly identified the problem and proceeded to power rod the sewer line to temporarily relieve the sewer blockage.
Tools such as a drain snake, power rodding, auger, and hydro jetting are tools and methods used by many plumbers to clear clogs within your entire sewer pipe.
What is Sewer Rodding?
Power rodding employs a thin metal cable that’s highly flexible and doesn’t over-stress delicate plumbing as it is threaded into the pipe.
A cleaning head attached to a water line is threaded into the pipe clearing sludge, muck, and materials obstructing your entire sewer line.
Evanston Sewer Repair
To avoid a 4th emergency call, our Evanston resident finally decided it was time to perform a full sewer replacement.
He employed the experts at Rescue Plumbing to survey the surrounding area and pinpoint the exact location of the damaged pipe.
The corroded pipe wrapped around the west side of the building down to the main sewer line and was located several feet underground.
Rex Dominates the trenches of Evanston IL 60201
The Rescue team unleashed, Rex the Excavator upon the Evanston home to combat the challenges posed by the damaged line, it required a lot of excavation and property management.
The excavator chomped into the pavement rigorously advancing around the building, as the team at Rescue Plumbing worked tirelessly day in and day out.
It took several days to complete the excavation due to the depth of the Evanston pipeline, but with the help of Rex the team was able to get to the root of the problem and finally expose the damaged line.
Sewer Repair Evanston
The condition of the line was horrible. The line had numerous bellies further obstructing the normal flow of water.
Tree roots had completely breached the pipe and severed it in several areas.
Our Rescue Plumbers were forced to cut the line and perform a full sewer line replacement, rerouting the line for efficient flow and installing a cleanout access.
This job took us over a week to do. It was fun. The team had what it took – experience, tools, knowledge – and they successfully repaired the damaged sewer line in Evanston IL.
The Rescue team has no limits – Experts in your Sewer System
When it comes to plumbing, the Rescue Team has no limits. We specialize in efficient repair of underground sewer systems.
Regardless of the size and complexity, small or large projects, we can handle it! We exercise full mastery and dominance in the domain of plumbing.
If you are ever in need of guidance in regards to sewer repair, the experts are standing by 24/7. Give Rescue Plumbing a call today! (773) 799-8848.
