It’s important to take care of your home’s main sewer line. Cracks, leaks, or damage to this line could expel harmful sewage gases or cause inconvenient sewage backups. Preventing these issues should be a priority for any homeowner. Let’s take a look at some of the common types of damage to water and sewer lines and how to prevent them.

How To Prevent Sewer Line Damage

1. Sediment Buildup

Most water supplies contain trace amount of sediments like sand, calcium, or rust. These sediments are harmless when drunk, but when they come into contact with your water and sewer lines, they can affect the water flow, create rusting, and even burst sewer lines. To prevent these serious consequences, call a professional plumbing company to remove the buildup.

2. Root Interference

Tree roots are one of the most common causes of damage to water and sewer lines. This issue can be difficult to diagnose initially since it occurs so far below ground level. However, if you’re experiencing frequent backups, it may be attributed to a tree or shrub root restricting the pathway of the water and waste. To prevent this from happening, consider installing barriers around trees to block root growth into the sewer line area. If you’re looking for a more permanent solution, an excavating service can remove any trees or shrubs that could damage your water and sewer lines.

3. Excavation Projects

If you’re having a new home built on your property or need land clearing for any reason that requires excavating, it’s important to make sure the excavation is performed by a reputable and experienced company. This is especially important for people who don’t know where the water and sewer lines are located. Excavating requires heavy and invasive machinery; if performed by an inexperienced crew, the equipment can put too much pressure on the ground above the water or sewer lines and damage them.

If you need excavating services that won’t damage your water and sewer lines, give H.C. Eavers & Sons Excavating in Stuarts Draft, VA a call. These professionals can handle everything from tree removal to land clearing and grading. They’re a family-owned business that has proudly served the area for three generations. Give them a call today at (504) 337-1286 to get a free consultation and quote, or visit their website to learn more about their services.