A broken sewer-pipe is a nightmare for every homeowner. In addition to the broken pipe that brings the house to a halt, the damage is often substantial and very costly to repair. You need to know how to locate damaged sewers and repair them as soon as possible to restore safety in your home easily and stop spending a large amount of money for drain contractors. Some of the telltale signs the drain broke include:
Smelly pools in your yard
If you find septic waste puddles in your yard you’ve got a problem. The sanitary sewer is airtight except for the vent stacks on the wall, ensuring the sewage goes downhill. If you detect any smells in your the sewage system, you might have a crack.
You should check your yard to locate the root of the smells, but let a professional help you out if you don’t have the expertise.
When the crack is small, it is easy to repair, and always the best course of action, but if it is wide, the only way out is to replace the drain.
Slow drains
Slow drains can come about due to a blockage in the pipes servicing a particular toilet, sink, shower, or tub. When you have more than one plumbing system that drains slower than it should, the problem could be due to a split sewage pipe that has fractured because of the house’s ground settling.
The problem could also be due to tree roots that have infiltrated the sewage line and obstructing the pipe flow.
Clearing the clogs to return the drainage to good working conditions in most situations, but if you fail to unblock the drains and the problem does not go away, ask a sewer contractor to conduct a camera sewer inspection. The camera must go down the drains and locate the exact place from which the problem may arise.
Most homeowners use chemicals to try to clean the drains. Do not do this, because you are not going to solve the problem. You are going to cause more problems than there were initially.
Cracking walls
Many homeowners feel that cracking walls are a structural issue, and pay attention to them only when they get too high. You shouldn’t overlook a crack on your walls, because it may be a sign of a broken drainage pipe leaking under the building.
The leakage may cause the foundation cracks, and in some situations, it’s responsible for a shift in the earth.
Regardless of how small, fix the crack problem as soon as you spot it, because it can lead to more critical issues like sinkholes.
Conclusion
These are some of the signs that a broken sewer line is on you. Besides the breakages being a source of severe inconvenience at home, they also pose serious health and financial risks.
If you find the problem, contact Drain Express of drain cleaning services to inspect and repair the cause of the problem. Our number is 416 752 5959, please give us a call. With over 25 years of experience, we are certain we can help your plumbing needs today or in the future.
