While many homeowners are unfamiliar with plumbing structures, taking the initiative to learn about them could save you discomfort and high costs. The sooner you can determine your main water line needs rerouting, the faster your plumbing contractor can return your home to normalcy. Discover the warning signs below. 

3 Signs Your Plumbing Contractor Should Reroute Your Main Water Line

1. Multiple Ruptures

If there is a single breakage in your pipe system, it makes financial sense to have your plumbing contractor perform a repair. But once it’s clear there are multiple ruptures, the cost of the repairs can rival the expense of laying down a brand new line. Breakages can occur when an aging pipe corrodes, after a major shift in the soil, or even if a heavy vehicle drives over that patch of land on your property. 

2. Root Disturbances

Sometimes you’ll want to reroute your main water line if a tree root has entangled with your pipes. While a plumbing contractor may be able to eliminate a smaller disturbance with chemical intervention, it could be more cost-effective to divert the line than to excavate and remove the tree with larger root blockages. 

3. Pest Invasion

When pests like roaches and rodents infest your home, it often means they’ve found a convenient entry through your main water line. In addition to the potential for contamination, it’s unsettling to have these critters enter your home with such ease. By securing and rerouting the main line, you can seal any entryways.

If you’re wondering whether you should reroute your main water line, consult the veteran plumbing contractors at Plumbing Strategies in Kailua-Kona, HI. Serving the community for over 13 years, the locally owned and operated company is available 24/7 for maintenance, repairs, and installations. For a free estimate, call (808) 325-2502. Learn more about the plumbers’ services by visiting their website.