The sewer line is the largest drain in your house. It moves waste and dirty water from your home to the city’s sewer mainline. Sewer line problems can bring life to a standstill and ruin your plans. The friendly team at Jay’s Heating, Air, and Plumbing has you covered with expert sewer line repair services. We provide fast, reliable plumbing repair in Mount Airy, NC. Our 100% satisfaction guarantee means we’ll do what it takes to ensure you’re happy with our work.
Common Signs of Sewer Line Problems
It’s not always easy to tell if your sewage system needs repair or replacement, but you’ll typically see some signs. Common signs of sewer line problems include:
- Slow drains
- Gurgling toilet
- Sewage backup in your toilet or drains
- Foul odor or sewage smell
- Unusually green patches in your lawn
- Mold or mildew on your ceilings or walls
These signs may indicate a burst pipe, a damaged sewer main line, damaged sewer lines, or other underground pipe issues. If left unrepaired, sewer line problems can cause extensive damage to your home and neighboring grounds. You’re responsible for any sewage and water damage to neighboring properties caused by your faulty system.
Common Causes of Sewer Line Damage
Like any home system, a sewer line is prone to wear and tear over time, but some things lead to sewer line disruption sooner than others. Internal factors like soap scum, grease, and sticky waste buildup may cause blockages along the line. Flushing paper towels, cotton swabs, and small toys can clog a sewer line. In some cases, outdated and poor piping material is at fault.
External factors can also potentially damage your sewer lines. Extreme cold sometimes leads to frozen pipes that eventually burst. Settling land can shift and displace your pipes, allowing dirt to build up inside, inhibiting drainage and causing blockages. Heavy equipment can also crack underground pipes.
Trees are a major culprit for sewer system damage. Tree roots — especially water-loving varieties like poplar, aspen, and the local favorite silver maple — grow quickly from the consistent moisture and nutrients and may crack and invade your underground pipes.
Intense storms and seasonal city maintenance can cause sewage to back up into residential systems.
Our Sewer Line Repair Services
Jay’s provides whole-home plumbing services, including underground pipe repair and sewer line relining. We know sewer system problems are concerning and inconvenient, so we’re available 24/7 to respond to your emergency calls.
Sewer system repairs can be disruptive to your home, so we’ll arrive with fully stocked trucks and advanced equipment to repair your system quickly. We use video camera inspection to determine the precise location and cause of your sewer problem.
Our expert plumbers use snakes, augers, and hydrojetting techniques to clear most clogs and blockages in one to two hours. Tree route invasion and burst sewer pipe repair takes one to three days, depending on the location of the damage and the repair method. Some methods for repairing sewer lines won’t involve tearing up your entire yard.
Cured-in-place
The cured-in-place pipelining method closes small cracks and holes and prevents future leaks. We clear the broken pipe, then insert a textile liner and epoxy resin into the pipe through a small access point. An injection of hot steam cures the epoxy and textile liner in place, achieving a full cure in 12-24 hours.
Pull-in-place
The pull-in-place method suits pipes with larger cracks and gaps but requires two access points. After clearing the pipe, we insert a preformed liner into one end and pull it through from the other end. A hot steam injection adheres the liner to the pipe wall and cures in as little as 20 minutes.
Slip lining
Slip lining is an older sewer main repair method requiring two access points. It essentially replaces the broken pipe with a smaller pipe. We insert the smaller pipe into the larger broken pipe and fill the gap between the two with grout.
Why Choose Jay is On the Way Plumbing for Sewer Line Repair?
We treat your time and your home with respect. We show up on schedule, in uniform, and ready to work. Our flat-rate pricing system means no surprises on the final bill. We’ll take care of all the details and permits, so you don’t have to. Jay’s has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and 1000+ 5-star reviews.
Contact Us for Sewer Line Repair in Mount Airy, NC
When you choose Jay’s Heating, Air, and Plumbing for your sewer main repair, you get highly skilled plumbers and quality work you can count on. Contact us today to schedule service and maintenance or to ask about our services in Mount Airy, NC.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I prevent sewer line problems?
Regular servicing and annual hydrojetting can prevent many sewer line problems. Avoid planting deciduous trees close to your home and ensure foreign substances like toys and paper towels don’t get into your sewer line.
How long does sewer line repair typically take?
Sewer main or sewer lateral repair takes between one to two hours and up to three days to complete. We’re fully stocked to perform a thorough inspection and can tackle simple repairs in one appointment. The location and extent of the damage influence the repair time.
Will my yard need to be dug up for sewer line repair?
Modern techniques limit the amount of damage to one or two access points, so we no longer have to dig up the entire yard to repair most common sewer line problems. If a major repair or replacement is necessary, we’ll make every effort to minimize the damage to your yard.
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