Lakeland Main Sewer Line Repair

Do you have slow drains? How about persistent clogs? Do you smell foul odors coming from your sink drains? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may have significant problems with your main sewer line.

Sewer line leaks, clogs, and breaks are worrisome for homeowners because of the expense and inconvenience that comes with repairs. At All Pro Plumbing, we work with our customers to provide the longest-lasting solution at the best price.

If you suspect you have sewer line problems, call one of our experts for an inspection as soon as possible.

Count on All Pro Plumbing for safe, effective drain cleaning that lasts.

Who’s Responsible for Main Sewer Line Replacement?

When homeowners face a break or leak in the main sewer line, it’s natural to think the city or municipality should pay for repairing or replacing it. However, the municipality is only responsible for maintaining and fixing pipes from the property line to the sewers. Any pipe that runs from your home and attaches to the city line is your responsibility.

Most sewer line problems result from corrosion, blockages, grease buildup, and tree root intrusion.

Many experts agree that the best defense against costly sewer line repairs is a good offense.

Follow these tips to keep your sewer lines in the best shape possible and ward off severe damage.

• Call a professional plumber to inspect water service and sewer lines every year, especially if you have a lot of trees on your property.
• Install a sump pump and other waterproofing systems like a backwater valve to guard against flooding and sewage from flowing back into your home during heavy rains.
• Avoid using chemical drain cleaners because many of these products work by using harsh chemicals, which can eat away at pipes.
• Don’t flush anything down the toilet other than human waste and toilet paper to avoid clogs.

For more tips on keeping your sewer and service lines safe, call the experts at All Pro Plumbing.

Signs You Need Main Sewer Line Repair

As with most home repairs, the sooner you determine you have an issue, the less likely you’ll have to take out a loan to fix it.

Here are the most common warning signs to watch for indicating you have problems within your main sewer line.

• Inconsistent Water Levels in Toilets Have you noticed that one day your toilet bowl is full and the next it’s almost empty? This problem typically happens when you have a blockage in the sewer pipe, and if you don’t fix it as soon as possible, you risk sewage backing up into your home.
• An influx of Animals, Pests & Rodents If more animals and other pests are making your yard their home, ask yourself why. Often, it’s because you have a break or leak in your main sewer line.
• Foul Odors The onset of foul sewage odor around your property or in your home almost always signals problems with your main sewer line. Sewage odor isn’t normal and you must investigate the problem immediately.
• Soggy Yard If you have soggy pools in your yard, it could be the sewer or main service line is leaking and the water is flowing up.
• Slow Drains If drains take longer than usual to empty, it could be a clog in a single pipe. However, if you have multiple slow drains, it usually means there’s a clog in the main sewer line.
• Gurgling Gurgling sounds coming from toilet and bathtub drains usually means trouble in your main sewer line.

If you notice any of these issues, call a professional plumber for a camera inspection into your plumbing system to determine the problem.

At All Pro Plumbing, you can count on us to help with our emergency plumbing service.

How to Choose Sewer Line Replacement vs. Sewer Line Repair

Fixing a sewer line can cost $1,000 and up depending on the damage and whether you can get away with repairing a portion of pipe or if you must replace the entire line.

Sometimes, deciding between repairing and replacing is a challenge, but here are a few tips to help.

• If you have cracks or ruptures in your sewer line, it’s recommended that you replace it.
• Consider the material of the old pipe. If your home was constructed before 1950, there’s a good chance the contractor used galvanized steel, which is prone to corrosion and leaking lead into the water supply. In many places, it’s illegal to use galvanized plumbing today, so replacement is the only option.
• Another thing to consider is the age of the pipe. It makes more sense to replace the main sewer line over 50 years old instead of repairing it.
• Lastly, if the cost of repairing the pipe is 50% or more than replacing it, replacing it makes more economic sense and provides you with a solution that will last many decades.