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Even if you don’t know much about your sewer line, you know that you want it to stay in good working condition. You never want to hear the word “collapsed” when a professional is discussing your sewer line. However, this does happen to residential homes and commercial buildings. Ignoring the problem won’t make it go away. That is why you need to learn the <\/span>signs of a collapsed sewer line<\/span><\/a> so you can make an emergency call for repair if this happens to you.<\/span><\/p>\n There are several common signs of a <\/span>collapsed sewer line<\/span><\/a> that you should be aware of. Do any of these seem familiar to you?<\/span><\/p>\n You know a sewer odor when you smell it! This is generally the first sign of a broken sewer pipe. The basement is the most common area of a building or home for this strong sewer odor. However, if this smell is coming from somewhere in your yard, check for any<\/span> broken lines in the property outside<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n Any type of gurgling generally happens when air is being trapped and then released abruptly. Think of it like your toilet burping! If this is happening when you flush, there is definitely a leakage that\u2019s allowing air into your sewer line.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n While an isolated clog in your house may not be serious, if all the drains seem to be clogged and you are having a difficult time clearing them, it could be because of a broken sewer line. The root of the problem is most likely in your main sewer line. All drains rely on the main sewer line for drainage which is why more than one drain would be affected.<\/span><\/p>\n If you notice this troubling sign, something is wrong. It is possible that <\/span>your main sewer line has become clogged or broken<\/span><\/a>. It could be from a tree root intrusion. Common tree types like <\/span>sycamores<\/span><\/a>, willows, <\/span>oaks<\/span><\/a>, maples, elms, and <\/span>aspens<\/span><\/a> can all cause root intrusion. It could also be from cracks letting surrounding soil in or a misaligned pipe connection. Whatever the issue is, a professional repair needs to come out right away.<\/span><\/p>\n If you notice new cracks in your walls, you must address the issue immediately before it causes structural or foundation damage. It could well be that the main sewage lines beneath your building are leaking, leading to cracks in your foundation. It’s possible a major sewer break is even causing the earth under the building to shift a bit.<\/span><\/p>\nThe Signs of a Collapsed Sewer Line<\/span><\/h2>\n
Strong Sewer Odor<\/span><\/h3>\n
Toilet That Gurgles<\/span><\/h3>\n
Slow Moving Drains<\/span><\/h3>\n
Sewage Backup in the Tub<\/span><\/h3>\n
Walls Beginning to Crack<\/span><\/h3>\n
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