What is the largest water drain in your home? For most Vista, CA homeowners, it’s the sewer line. Your sewer line plays a vital function, transporting waste and waste water out of your home and into the municipal sewage system.

Unfortunately, a sewer line is susceptible to damage and other problems. In some instances, a homeowner can resolve the problem themselves; in more serious situations, the services of a Vista, CA plumber may be needed.

Some of the most common sewer line problems Vista homeowners encounter include:

Clogs/Blockage

We use our home’s sewage system to remove waste as well as waste. Some of this waste, such as bones, grease, cooking oils, sanitary wipes, and paper towels, shouldn’t be washed down a drain. These types of materials can get stuck in a sewer pipe or leave layers of residue on the inside of the pipe, eventually blocking or clogging the pipe. In some cases, a plunger or drain cleaner may clear the problem. If the clog or blockage is too serious, you’ll need to call a plumber.

Broken Sewer Line Pipe

There are several reasons why a sewer pipe can break, including foundation shifts and excessive rain. In most cases, it will be easier to replace the broken sewer line rather than repair it.

Root Infiltration

As a tree grows, it creates an ever-expanding root system to absorb moisture and nutrients from the soil. A sewer line provides both. Tree roots can penetrate through hairline cracks in a sewer line. As the roots grow, these cracks become bigger. Over time, this root infiltration can block your sewer line and damage the pipe.

Sewage Odors

If you are smelling raw sewage inside your home, a backed-up or damaged sewer line could be to blame.

Pipe Corrosion

Your pipes can react with the materials you’re washing down the drain, causing corrosion. Corrosion can affect the appearance, taste, and smell of your water. Eventually, the corrosion will cause the pipe to fail, resulting in a leak. In most instances, the corroded pipe will have to be replaced.

Vista, CA’s First Choice for Plumbing Repairs

The smell and mess associated with a damaged or clogged sewer line make it a plumbing problem you can’t ignore. Ignoring a sewage line problem can lead to property damage and have a negative effect on the health of you and your family. If you’ve been experiencing problems with your sewer line, give 1st Choice Plumbing, Flood & Restoration a call. We’ve been providing outstanding plumbing services to Vista, CA, and surrounding communities since 2012. Our team of licensed Vista, CA plumbers possesses the expertise and equipment to pinpoint and repair any sewer line problem.

You can reach 1st Choice Plumbing, Flood & Restoration through our website, or call us at 866-437-0205 to schedule a service call from a licensed Vista, CA plumber. We’re available 24/7 to tackle any plumbing emergency. In most cases, one of our plumbing professionals can be onsite within an hour of your call.