Sewer lines are common in many American homes. Most houses' sewer lines connect to either the public sewer or private septic systems. Regardless of the preferred drainage channel, sewer lines require appropriate maintenance to function optimally. Challenges such as aging lines and burst pipes undermine their efficiency, including causing additional damages to the surrounding equipment. Such houses may require sewer line replacement as a long-term solution.

However, even recently-installed sewer lines are vulnerable to clogs and back-ups, undermining their drainage efficiency. Specifically, back-ups expose home occupants to odors and bacterial infections should the clogs have occurred in the bathroom. All home occupants should uphold good practices to promote their sewer lines' durability and efficiency. Here, effective sewer line maintenance tips are discussed.

Correct Grease Disposal

Many people assume that all viscous wastes may be drained through the kitchen sink. They expect that the waste will be washed off by water, clearing the sewer lines. However, draining grease through the kitchen sink is likely to clog the pipes, causing bursts and leaks. Homeowners may notice that their sinks are draining water less efficiently than when newly-installed. In worst scenarios, the drains may clog such that wastewater does not flow at all. In such situations, contact your sewer line repair company to assess the pipes. Frequent grease disposal may be catastrophic, especially when using an old system, requiring a complete sewer line replacement.

Proper Toilet Use

Often, drainage pipes connected to the bathroom are wider than those used in the kitchen. The wide pipes create a false impression that all waste forms can effectively pass through the pipes. Some people use their bathrooms as an alternative garbage can, flushing inappropriate waste, including towels and diapers. The items block the sewer lines causing back-ups, requiring sewer pipeline repairs. The clogs may also cause leaks and burst pipes, rendering the sewer line obsolete. In such situations, repair companies recommend sewer line replacement as the feasible long-term solution. However, following the sewer pipeline replacement, avoid disposing of objects to avoid frequent breakdowns.

Illegal Drainage Connections

Some people connect their flood control systems to sewer lines illegally. Unfortunately, most connections are improperly made, exposing their sewer lines to clogs and leaks because of debris and waste. During heavy rains, the sewer lines may be overwhelmed by the water volume, causing most pipes to burst. Usually, such damages require sewer line replacement to ensure that they function optimally. Otherwise, most fixtures might have been weakened by the water, requiring frequent sewer pipeline repairs.