A sewer line problem that needs emergency service makes itself known quickly. Critical sewer problems assault nearly all the senses and can make living in your home almost impossible. They arise when the sewer line is horribly clogged, broken or bellied. A belly in the sewer pipe is a sag that prevents wastewater from flowing down to the septic tank or municipal sewer system. Here are some unmistakable signs that your sewer line needs repair right away.

Backed Up Drains

One sewer line problem that calls for service right away occurs when all the drains, including those in your toilet bowls, are slow or regurgitating raw sewage. This is an emergency. Sewage backups are not only repulsive, but they’re also a health hazard. Sewage can seep into the earth and pollute your groundwater.

The Smell of Sewer Gas

Escaping sewer gas is another strong indication that your sewer pipe is broken. It smells like sewage or rotten eggs. You’ll notice the stench in your yard around the sewer line, or even more ghastly, in your house.

Puddles When It Hasn’t Rained

Another sign of sewage line failure is puddles in your yard over the place where the line runs. These puddles appear even when it hasn’t rained, and they smell bad and bubble. Also, in some cases, the soil over the pipe caves in and forms a sinkhole.

Plumbing That Gurgles

Gurgling sounds from the drains and your toilet bowls are also signs of a serious sewer line problem. You may think that water is supposed to gurgle when it goes down the drain or toilet bowl you’re using. But in these instances, you hear gurgling when water is going down another drain or toilet bowl. Air that’s trying to leave your damaged sewer pipe is what’s causing the noise.

Problems You’re Aware of but Ignoring

Let’s say you’ve already had a plumber come to your home and inspect your sewer line via video camera. They’ve found something worrying like intrusive roots or hairline cracks, but you keep putting off repairs. You need to resolve those issues before they cause the sorts of trouble described above. Problems such as cracks, feeder roots, and uncertain joints don’t improve without a plumber’s help.

While it’s true that your sewer drain can last a long time, many things can go wrong with it. It’s in your best interest to have a plumber check the pipes regularly. If they find problems, solving them right away saves money, the environment inside and outside your home, and your peace of mind. If you live in Newnan, GA or a surrounding area and need sewer line repair services, make your first call to E Dennis AC.