Understanding Sewer Lines
Expert plumbers can provide appropriate advice on locations where you can still use this sewer line.
Drainage issues are a common problem in most households. Homeowners need to understand their sewer lines to avoid any issues. However, not all types of sewers are alike, as they differ in function and construction.
Here are the three main categories of sewer lines:
Sanitary sewer lines
These sewer lines direct wastewater from urban homes to public water treatment plants. Homeowners must ensure proper maintenance of sewer lines to avoid leaks. This is crucial because any wastewater that leaks from the sewer line has a high chance of contaminating other water sources.
This contamination can lead to widespread infections and water-borne diseases among the affected community. Therefore, homeowners must seek the services of professional plumbers to avoid this risk.
Combined sewer lines
Most old homes feature this type of sewer line. It combines the sewer line and stormwater line. However, this system has proven to be expensive over time because it increases the cost of treating the water. They also tend to overflow during heavy rains, which increases the likelihood of water and environmental pollution.
Expert plumbers can provide appropriate advice on locations where you can still use this sewer line. They will also install it correctly to eliminate the chances of an overflow.
Storm sewer lines
These sewer lines collect rainwater to ensure these sanitary lines don't surcharge. Dry wells are a good example of a stormwater system. But homeowners need to hire professional plumbing services to accurately determine a suitable area for the dry well installation through soil testing. They can also advise on the right dry well size needed for a home to avoid overspending.
Maintaining sewer lines
Homeowners must know what to avoid to maintain proper water flow in sewer lines.
Root infiltration
Homeowners must carefully consider where to install their sewer lines. Roots tend to grow into the sewer lines blocking the flow of wastewater. Plumbing professionals can advise on whether to remove a tree or secure a different location for the installation. They can also carry out root treatments if damage has already been done.
Broken sewer line
Broken sewer lines need immediate attention. Homeowners must seek the services of a qualified professional to avoid contaminating their drinking water. Professional plumbers will also advise on the options to best fix this problem.
Occupant behavior
Homeowners must not flush fats and oils down the sewer lines. This will clog the sewer lines and create a messy problem. Flushing hot water down the drain might clear this, but one may need to consult a plumbing professional for a spot repair, especially if the pipes in the sewer line are back-pitched. It's best to contact the experts for sewer system maintenance.
Simba Plumbing offers residential and commercial plumbing services to Phoenix and surrounding areas. We are family-owned, meticulous and provide affordable, transparent pricing. Call us at 602-962-3537.
