Every day, your family relies on numerous systems throughout the home to keep life functioning normally. None, perhaps, are quite as important as the plumbing system. Without it, having the gas and electricity to power the dishwasher, washing machine, water heater, stove, garbage disposal, and other appliances would be all but pointless. While all the components in your plumbing system are essential, the sewer line could be considered the most vital.

Sewer lines are responsible for directing the water people use for bathing, cleaning, doing laundry, washing dishes, and other tasks, as well as all the debris and contaminants contained in that water, away from their homes. If the sewer line isn’t working as it should, your home and family could be vulnerable to numerous pathogens and extensive damage. Because of that, it’s important to ensure the sewer line is fully functional at all times.

Keeping Your Sewer Line Flowing Freely

At Mr. Quik Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, and Electrical, we’re experts in Zionsville sewer line replacement and repairs. We have the training and technology to locate sewer line damage and correct it. Our team takes pride in helping keep clients’ plumbing systems working safely and effectively, and we’re committed to providing the highest level of quality, courtesy, and professionalism.

Typical Problems with Sewer Lines

Sewer lines generally only measure four to six inches in diameter. Despite their small size, they’re expected to live up to monumental expectations. By some estimates, the average person generates between 50 and 70 gallons of wastewater per day, not counting all the soap, grease, food, and other waste products that get washed down the drains along with the water. That means a family of four could easily spend as much as 300 gallons of water and other substances through a home’s sewer lines each day.

Over time, though, the sludge, solid waste, hair, grease, and other substances can begin to build up and form clogs. Those blockages prevent wastewater from flowing away from the house and into the sewer where it belongs.

Broken and damaged sewer lines are also common problems. Though sewer pipes can last anywhere from 50 years to more than a century under optimal circumstances, they can often be damaged by tree roots, shifting soil, or general wear and tear. When any of those issues come about, you may need sewer line replacement services in Zionsville to resolve them.

Signs You May Need Sewer Line Replacement

One of the most obvious signs you may need a sewer line replacement or repair is slow drains in your home. If one sink, bathtub, or other fixture doesn’t seem to be draining as well as it should, you probably have a blockage in that drain. When all of the drains start giving you trouble, though, the problem probably lies in the main sewer line.

If a damaged sewer line is left to its own devices for too long, it could cause sewage to back up into your home. An issue like this could be particularly detrimental to your family’s health. Blocked or damaged sewer lines may also cause dangerous gases to back up into your home.

Unexplained standing water in your yard is another warning sign of sewer line damage. If you don’t see obvious pooling water, you may notice that certain patches of grass in your yard are much thicker and greener than others. That could mean those areas of the lawn are getting more moisture than others, and it may very well be coming from a cracked or broken sewer line.

Your Trusted Source for Sewer Line Replacement Services

If you’re experiencing one or more of those common sewer line problems, or something just doesn’t seem right with your home’s plumbing system, don’t hesitate to contact us for sewer line services. Taking action early on will allow us to get your plumbing system back in working order as quickly as possible. At the same time, the earlier we find and resolve the problem, the less resulting damage it’ll cause.

Finding and resolving a clog in one of your home’s drains may be a fairly simple matter. Tracking down and repairing sewer line damage isn’t quite so cut and dried, though. We have a range of specialized equipment designed to pinpoint sewer line problems and prevent unnecessary damage to your sewer system and landscaping. We also have the skill and experience to handle all of your sewer line replacement needs. Call or contact us using the form on our website to schedule a service appointment to get your plumbing system back in working order.