Your sewer system plays an essential role in your home and impacts your everyday life. When your sewer pipes are working, you just don’t notice the impact it has. However, when you need sewer pipe repair in Minneapolis – the impact of not having a functioning sewer system is one that you can’t ignore.
If you need sewer pipe repair, you have a major plumbing emergency on your hands and you need to hire the best, promptly. Sewer pipe repairs can be quite the undertaking so you should always hire a professional from the beginning, as trying to fix it yourself could lead to further problems.
Here are some common signs that you should contact us at Gene’s Water & Sewer right away!
1. Sewage Backups or Blockages
All your home’s drains rely on a functional main sewer line to drain. If your main sewer line has an issue, you could experience increased issues with any drain in your home backing up. Multiple drains regularly backing up or becoming blocked is a sign that there’s an issue with your main sewer line and should contact a professional to come inspect your sewer system for damage.
2. Sewer Odor
Sanitary, maintained sewers should be airtight (minus vent stacks), so the smell of sewage should not be escaping into your house. If you smell sewage in your house or around your property, there’s likely a problem with your sewer pipe that needs repaired.
3. Gurgling from Pipes
While the occasional gurgling noise is common in any plumbing system, consistent gurgling can be a sign of a much bigger problem. If you’re hearing consistent gurgling, it could be caused by a blockage in your system. A small blockage can be handled using a plunger, but if that doesn’t work – contact a professional.
4. Slow Drain
More often than not, a clog can be handled with a snake or a plunger. Stubborn clogs may require a cleaning solution to help dislodge. But if none of those are working, it may be time to consider a more serious problem causing the clogs. A deeper blockage in your sewer line would cause clogs that can’t be fixed with common solutions, and that means that it’s time to call a professional.
5. Spike in Water Bill
Your water bill should be somewhat consistent each month, even with water use fluctuating. However, a leak in your sewer system could lead to an uncharacteristically high spike in your water bill due to continuous water flow. A professional can come check out your sewer system and determine if a leak is in fact to blame, and then reseal it while they’re out there.
6. Soggy Spots in Yard
If you’ve been noticing consistently soggy sections of your yard, the cause could be a leaking sewer pipe. This isn’t the only common cause, however, so if this is the only signs you’ve noticed be sure to check your basement, sprinkler systems or any outside fixtures before assuming it’s a leak in your sewer system! Once you’ve ruled out the other causes, call a professional immediately.
These are six of the most common signs that it’s time to go ahead and give us a call. Here at Gene’s Water & Sewer, we have seen it all. Our professionals are available to help you during a plumbing emergency or just for routine maintenance. Contact us today at 612-781-3737 or request a free estimate!