Chesterfield, MO, Sewer Repair. A broken sewer line can mean more than just plumbing problems. If left unchecked, sewage leaks and backups can result in safety hazards, material damage, and further issues that often are costly and time consuming to fix. At Signature Plumbing, we're dedicated to providing fast, emergency responses to sewer damage.

Below, you'll learn about the causes, hazards, and repair process for broken sewers in Chesterfield, MO. Keep reading to learn more about:

  • Warning signs that you might need sewer repair services
  • Common sources of damage to sewer lines in Chesterfield
  • Why you should urgently schedule sewer repairs

Our team of plumbers are prepared to take care of your MO home's plumbing needs. Speak with one of our representatives at (636) 742-2533 or get in touch online to set up a service.

Sewer Repair Article Summary

A sewer repair Are fairly unique, and the problem may show several different symptoms. Below, we go over common signs that your home needs sewer repairs, some of the typical reasons behind sewer line damage, how we perform repairs, and consequences of not getting it repaired fast..

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4 Signs That Your Sewer Line is Broken in Chesterfield

Broken sewer lines can affect different homes in unique ways in Chesterfield, MO. But you can watch out for key indicators that you have a problem. Most symptoms fall into one of the following buckets – if you're noticing one or (especially) more symptoms, contact us so we can perform an inspection and/or sewer repair:

  1. Drains Backing Up, especially in the basement. When water is backflowing out of several drains in your house, this almost always means that something further down the chain is causing issues (in many cases, your sewer line). You see this the most often in your basement because all the wastewater flows down through there before going into the sewer.
  2. Nasty Odors eminating from your drains or in your yard. A moldy or fecal smell is a sign that you need sewer repair services. This can occur around drains due to waste backups, and in your landscaping if there is a leak in the line running beneath the ground.
  3. Wet Spots That Stick Around in your landscaping, and especially vibrant patches of grass. As with point 2, when your sewer line under your yard is cracked, waste flows out into it. The wet spots are typically located around the break. And the grass will become greener as it absorbs nutrients from the waste.
  4. Long-Lasting Gurgles after you flush or send water down your drains. Gurgling noises show up as air within your pipes tries to find a way out. A small amount is inevitable, but and high-frequency gurgling can mean that a damaged line somewhere in your home's plumbing is letting in extra air. If the gurgling always seems to be there, no matter which appliance you're using, the damage is more likely to be in your sewer line.

Repeat and Widespread Drain Issues

Because many plumbing issues have similar symptoms, it's common to think, "How can I tell if that's because of a sewer issue or an appliance problem?" We're glad you asked – at first pass, a lot of the signs are the same. The most important distinction is where and how often the issues pop up in your home.

If these issues happen in your basement, it's more likely that your sewer is behind them. Because wastewater normally flows down and out of your home by or through the basement, if something's broken with the main line, it will be more symptomatic there. However, main sewer line problems frequently give off widespread symptoms, so if you're seeing similar issues (odor, gurgling, etc.) is happening in multiple locations, it is also more likely that you are in need of a sewer repair.

Relatedly, if the issues keep coming back, there's a good chance the real problem is in your sewer. Cleaning or repairing an individual appliance only helps if it's the actual site of the issue.

Reasons Behind Sewer Line Problems

When working on the water and/or sewer line repairs, sometimes the issue is smaller. In some cases, the fix could be as simple as cleaning your sewer. But if the problems keep coming back, you could be dealing with the following:

  • Corrosion
  • Clogs
  • Cross Bores
  • Tree Roots
  • Ground Shifting

Beyond the reasons we listed here, there are many potential causes behind Chesterfield, MO, sewage problems. Hiring an expert professional plumber helps you accurately identify the problem and schedule a sewer repair quickly.

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How Do Sewer Line Repairs Work?

There are many ways to conduct a sewer repair in Chesterfield, MO, and using the right one for the problem will save you stress and money. Fortunately, aaccomplished professional plumber will look for the least intrusive option to fix the problem.

Locating the problem via pipe inspections
With the use of a drain camera, we will perform a speedy, yet rigorous, pipe inspection. Our cameras let us evaluate your pipes from the inside out, and locate the origins of the problem.

Minimally invasive repair methods
For non-extensive damage, we can use pipe bursting, pipe lining, or sectional point repair methods for your sewer repair. If we use one of these techniques, we will thread the existing sewer pipes, so that we don't need to excavate the whole line.

Sewer line excavation
If the damage is extensive, it may be necessary to excavate your sewer line. Excavation typically involves digging a trench down to the sewer line, then addressing the problem directly.

Sewer Cleanout Installation
If you want to lessen the impact of future repairs, you may want to consider installing a sewer cleanout. A sewer cleanout is a convenient access point to your sewer line and allows plumbers another way to reach it more easily, minimizing the need for future excavations.

Plumbing Emergencies
In some cases, the damage is widespread and you need a fix now. If you're facing a plumbing emergency, we will send a technician out to your right away to fix the problem.

On a less technical side, when you're getting set up for repairs, you can check if there are programs in your area to assist. For example, St. Louis City and St. Louis County each may offer assistance programs that can provide aid if your home qualifies.

Dangers of Damaged Sewer Lines in Chesterfield

A broken sewer line isn't just gross – the problems don't stop at the pipes. If you let a damaged sewer line go without repairs, you're facing these risks:

Health Hazards
You likely already know that sewage carries several harmful waste products. Bacteria, viruses, and parasites are all able to grow in your sewer. These can include Hepatitis A, Salmonella, dysentery, and E. coli. Being around sewage risks exposing you to each of these, whether you walk into a sewage puddle, some gets into a cut, or even if you just inhale the fumes.

Property Damage
Extensive pipe damage can lead to extensive property damage. Damage behind your walls and beneath your floors can cause wet rot, which will slowly decay the structure of your house. Even worse, if it touches something electrical, it can cause short circuits and permanent damage. And if it gets on your furniture, you'll likely be looking for replacements.

Environmental Harm
As the wastewater spreads, the pollution has a negative impact on the environment. In water, it can harm fish populations, while on land, animals are put at risk to several of the same diseases as humans. On top of that, some of the algae that grow in wastewater give off harmful substances, compounding the damage.

Pest Attraction
Numerous pests are attracted to the nutrients in wastewater. If you're noticing wet spots in your yard, you should be extra careful of this: Insects and rats can get into the line through holes in the pipe, then make their way up into your home. In Missouri, common pest infestations include bed bugs, cockroaches, and spiders.

Sewer overflow is dangerous. And the longer you put it off, the worse it gets. Scheduling a sewer repair fast stops the damage and starts to reverse it.

Do You Need Sewer Repair Services ASAP in Chesterfield? Call Signature Plumbing

Signature Plumbing has been serving Chesterfield, MO, since 2011. If your home has a plumbing problem, we're ready to help you find a solution. When you work with Signature Plumbing, you're getting:

  • Quick response times if there's an emergency
  • An open cost structure without hidden fees
  • Local experts who know about the specific sewer challenges MO homes face
  • A team dedicated to giving top-notch, stressless service to Chesterfield customers.

If you know that there's something wrong with your sewer line, or if you just need an inspection to see what's going on, we're ready for your call. Speak with one of us at (636) 742-2533 or set up an appointment online today.

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