All water that exits your home will eventually reach the main sewer line. Usually, the most severe and costly plumbing problems will occur at this point, so you must catch these issues early. Below are a few early warning signs that indicate you should schedule sewer line repairs immediately. 

How to Tell if You Need Sewer Line Repair

1. Multiple Sewage Backups

Clogs and sewage backups are common plumbing problems all homeowners will encounter occasionally. However, when they occur on a weekly or daily basis, the blockage probably goes deeper than the pipes running throughout the home. Get an inspection of the main sewer line for any clogs or damage that could be affecting your drains.

2. A Rotten Egg Smell

Under normal working conditions, your main sewer line is impermeable. This means that once waste enters the line, you can’t smell it. However, if the line develops a crack or leak, this changes. Call a plumber immediately if you notice a foul smell filtering throughout your home—particularly near drains—as sewage could be leaking. 

3. Lawn Dents

When the sewer line cracks or breaks, water will escape and saturate the surrounding ground. Over time, the moisture will wash away the underlying soil and can erode rocks and minerals. This will cause the yard to sink in and the home above it to settle faster than usual, resulting in cracks in the foundation and interior walls. Regularly walk the area where your main sewer line is buried and call for repairs if you notice any new dents or shifts in the lawn.

When you need drain or sewer line repairs, turn to A1 Pro Services. For over 30 years, this family-owned company has provided water line replacement and repair, drain line installation and repair, excavation, and property maintenance services to Columbus, OH. Their licensed, bonded, and insured team can handle any sewer line repair and can often provide trenchless replacement methods. Call (614) 329-5855 to schedule a free estimate, and visit their website to learn more about their services.