Atlanta Sewer Line Repair & Replacement 

You may not pay it much mind, but your residential sewer line plays an integral role in the daily operation of your home! If problems in these arise, rest assured that the certified plumbers at R.S. Andrews have your back! We provide all the skills and knowledge needed to accurately diagnose, repair, and maintain your sewer line. Plus, we offer 24-hour emergency plumbing services for fast help anytime you need it.

Call (470) 264-8128 today to schedule sewer line repair and replacement in Atlanta, GA.

What are Common Causes of Sewer Line Problems?

Tree root intrusion is one of the elements that might cause sewers to break. Condensation develops because of the temperature differential between the soil and underground pipes during routine residential use. The roots of trees are always looking for new water sources. It won’t be long before the tree roots exert enough pressure to break through the pipe.

Additional reasons for sewer rupture:

• One or more clogs - Older pipes frequently have a lot of buildup inside them, consisting of caked-on minerals, dirt, debris, and household trash
• Corrosion of older pipes - The metal rust undermines the overall structural integrity and may result in leaks
• Ground shifting - Already weakened or old pipes are prone to breaking as the earth naturally settles under a house over the years

Having a backup plan for potential sewer line issues in Atlanta is essential for peace of mind. Our comprehensive services include not just unblocking but also maintaining these vital systems to prevent future problems. 

Understanding Sewer Line Blockages

Older sewer lines can suffer from blockages. These blockages can lead to slow drains, gurgling toilets, or even sewage backups in your home. Regular maintenance and inspections can help prevent these issues. R.S. Andrews offers advanced sewer line inspection services throughout Atlanta using cutting-edge technology to diagnose and rectify any issues promptly before they escalate into costly repairs.

Signs You May Need Sewer Line Repair

When your sewer line fails for any reason, you can be stuck with a bunch of really frustrating issues. Turn to our experts to get fast, effective repair that is sure to get you back to normalcy in no time!

Sewer lines can create quite a mess when they back up or fail. To avoid the mess and the potential health hazards, call R.S. Andrews at the first sign of a sewer problem, such as:

• Slow-draining fixtures: This includes showers, sinks, and toilets. If more than one fixture drains slowly or clogs often, the problem is likely not with the drain line but the main sewer line. While chemical drain cleaners can work to provide a temporary fix, they can also do damage to your pipes. Instead, call for professional drain cleaning services to find the actual cause of the problem and determine the best solution.
• Fixtures back up. If your sink suddenly goes from normal to a dirty, muddy water fountain, the sewer line is likely the cause. Bubbling, gurgling, and similar odd sounds can be early warning signs of this particular problem.
• Foul odors near your drains: Drains have traps that usually keep sewer gas out of your home, but if the sewer line clogs and backs up, wastewater can enter the traps and emit odors. Once that happens, it’s only a matter of time before a huge mess is on your hands.
• Odd noises from your fixtures: If you hear gurgling noises, bubbling noises, or any other strange sounds when your fixtures are draining, the sewer line may be partially clogged, making it harder for the wastewater to get by.
• Damp spots in your yard: If the line is broken or leaking, you may notice unexplained wet areas, changes in plant growth, or erosion near it. The swampy water often stinks, and tends to attract insects, rodents, and common pests.
• Mold & mildew: Mold is usually green or black. It grows underneath the surface of anything that has gotten wet. Its texture can be fuzzy or slimy. While Mildew is typically white, gray, or yellow and thrives on the surface of moist, warm areas. Its texture is fluffy or powdery. Once you see mold and mildew rapidly spreading throughout your house, particularly the basement, this could be brought on, in particular, by a sewage or water backlog from a damaged sewer line.

When a sewer line is involved, time is critical. You need services that are as fast as they are effective, and nothing short of perfection will suffice. The certified plumbing specialists at R.S. Andrews utilize cutting edge video equipment to analyze and access your sewer repair needs in Atlanta. This provides us with a peerlessly accurate and effective method of locating, and handling your repair needs.

When to Replace a Sewer Line

Since they share essentially the same signs, it can be hard to tell when a replacement is in order. When a simple repair just won’t meet your needs, our plumbing experts can provide complete replacement of your sewer lines. Our high-class imagining equipment will give us (and you!) a clear idea of whether or not repair is viable, and if not, our replacement operations will begin right away. But when exactly is repair not the best course of action? 

We’ll likely pursue replacement if:

• Sewer line has cracks or fractures. Extensive damage is the number one cause of replacement. Technically speaking, you could probably go in for repair. If you’re into two weeks of waiting, and a totally dug-up yard. In this case, replacement is faster, more effective, and much cheaper.
• Extensive clogging. When a clog upgrades from annoying to catastrophic, replacement is the better option. There comes a point where a snake just won’t cut it (literally and figuratively). This is most common when a clog goes ignored for too long, so be sure to keep up with those signs of repair!
• Tree root invasions. If a nearby tree decides your sewer line would be a good place to grow roots, you’ll need a replacement. Our experts will cut away the affronting root and have your replacement in place in no time.

Sewer line problems can be serious. They need to be handled quickly and by an Atlanta sewer line replacement professional that knows what they are doing. Contact R.S. Andrews today!

Call us at (470) 264-8128 for top-rated sewer line services in Atlanta or the surrounding communities.