When was the last time you had your sewer line cleaned? Sewer lines carry the waste from your home to the main line, and you probably don’t think about it much until there’s a problem. GNG Plumbing and The Hardware Store recommends an annual sewer line cleaning to help prevent issues with clogs and damage to your pipe. A hardware retail store and full-service plumbing company, GNG Plumbing and The Hardware Store provides expert plumbing services for residential, commercial, and industrial clients in the Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Fort Morgan, and the southern Baldwin County areas in Alabama.

Why do you need an annual sewer line cleaning? Here’s a look:

• Backup Prevention: Clogged sewer lines can result from tree roots invading your pipes and causing a blockage, grease buildup, or pipe scale accumulation. Any of these issues can cause water to backup and overflow into your home, and that means you’re in danger of water damage. Your health can even be at risk from the bacteria in the waste water flowing through the sewer pipes.
• Pipe Damage Prevention: A crack in your sewer pipe can result in a leak that will attract nearby tree roots. Since the moist, dark environment of a sewer pipe is the perfect place for them to thrive, the roots can enter your pipe through the crack and cause it to widen as it grows. An annual sewer line cleaning will help catch and clear tree roots before they cause damage to your pipes that can result in costly repairs.
• Smell Prevention: Sewage smells in your home are unpleasant and can be hard to remove. This can be a result of waste and sewage accumulating in your lines and the odor coming back up through your drains. Sewer line cleanings help prevent buildup and keep your home from unpleasant smells.

Contact GNG Plumbing and The Hardware Store when you need expert sewer line cleanings and plumbing services for your home or business. Contact them at (251) 974-5630 to schedule an appointment, or visit them online for a look at their services and hours of operation. You can also find the team on Facebook and Twitter.