During a sewer line inspection, a professional plumber will feed a flexible borescope camera through the main drainpipe of your home and run it out through your sewer line. This camera will allow the plumber to see and record video of the inside of your pipes to detect any problems that can pose a risk to your plumbing system and your health. Here are three reasons you should have a sewer line inspection this fall.
1. Catch Small Problems Before They Become Catastrophes
Households produce a significant amount of waste over a year. Because of this, sewer lines experience wear and tear. If they break down, problems will develop. Failing to have an inspection can result in small problems turning into catastrophic ones. A sewer line replacement can cost thousands of dollars. If the sewer line problems are severe enough that they cause property damage, you will pay thousands more for restoration.
If the plumber spots any small problems that will later pose a significant risk, you can have them fixed during the fall while the weather is still mild. Plummeting temperatures can pose more serious issues, such as damaged pipes and increased clogs. It is better to make repairs before additional problems develop because making these repairs will be easier before winter.
2. Prevent Safety Hazards
Problems with the sewer line can cause safety hazards. Sewage backups are among the worst problems a homeowner can experience because raw sewage can cause illness and even death. According to the National Resources Defense Council, approximately 2 million cases of sickness are the result of contamination from raw sewage each year. Contending with a sewage backup during winter months when pipes are at risk of freezing can be even more serious, especially if the pipes burst during such an event. Having your sewer line inspected regularly can prevent backups and the hazards they cause. Plumbers can spot and remove blockages as they are starting to form and before they can completely clog the system or pose serious dangers.
3. Detect Root Intrusion
Root intrusion is among the most insidious problems that can develop with your sewer line. A small leak can become a serious concern; however, this does not happen quickly. When there is a small leak in your sewer line, moisture attracts tree roots. They will then penetrate your sewer line at the location of the leak and continue to grow and cause a blockage or structural damage. A sewer line inspection can identify if there is root intrusion present and mitigate the problem.
If it has been some time since you have had your sewer line inspected or if you have never had an inspection before, discuss it with us at Viking Plumbing. A sewer line inspection can help preserve the health of the plumbing system in your Boise, ID home. Our highly trained plumbers will use state-of-the-art technology to conduct a thorough inspection to help you pinpoint and fix problems that can turn serious if they are not addressed in a timely fashion, so call us today for an appointment.