Even though you have just moved to a brand new house, it does not mean that you are 100% safe from domestic repair issues. One example is the sewer problem. Not only will it severely disturb your life and activities, but it will also put your health at risk.
You may also think that hiring just any plumber will resolve your situation. In reality, the one you hires must be experienced enough and have learned at least confined space awareness online. Otherwise, the worker will put themselves in danger, and if anything goes wrong, you can be liable too.
Therefore, it is crucial for all house owners to know what the common issues with residential sewer are. And here are the details:
Blockage
Blockage can be frustrating as the wastewater with all of its foulness and dirtiness can flow to your yards or even your house. If the blockage occurs in the drainage ditch, the problems may not affect you directly. But if it is a case of sewer backups, you may need to evacuate the house.
Many things can cause a sewer blockage. First, there might be a collapsed structure somewhere in the main sewer line, and it makes water that runs from your house to the drainage unable to flow. In this case, you must know who’s responsible for such an issue as the main sewer line is counted as a public utility. If you live in a townhouse, you probably need to discuss the matter with your neighbors first before you hire a plumbing service.
Second, tree roots can also be the cause of the blockage. For this, you must examine the condition of the sewer line first. If it allows you to enter unharmed, get your chainsaw, and cut the roots immediately. However, things can get very messy and dirty.
Structure Collapse
Not only will a collapse block the wastewater, but it will also release reek and toxic air. However, sometimes, this problem cannot be seen from the surface because the collapse only happens to the sewer’s inner structure. Broken pipelines and wall debris are often the things that block the sewer passage.
Nevertheless, not all lines in the sewer are accessible. Hence, plumbers have advanced tools to detect where the blockages are without having to penetrate the whole sewer system. If you can’t see where the problem is, it means that you require professional help.
Deteriorated Pipes
You may have heard that PVC is the latest material popularly used in residential sewer lines. As resilient and tough as it may sound, it needs maintenance and treatment. Holes can be present on the pipes, and they may allow dirt to enter the sewer system. And once that happens, a blockage will follow.
Therefore, you should check how the sewer system in your area is maintained. Usually, it will be the duty of collective house owners in the area. But in some cases, the property developer leaves a management department responsible for maintaining water distribution and the sewer system.