Tree roots are the nemesis of your underground sewer lines. As your sewer lines deliver waste water and sewage through your yard to your septic tank or city sewer line, they can attract nearby trees with the moisture inside. It only takes a tiny crack at a joint in the pipes to allow a root to get a foothold into your sewer lines. Once inside, they can cause major clogs, sewer line damage and backups.
Tree roots can extend dozens of feet from the trunk of a tree. The bigger the tree, the longer their roots can extend from the base. It is their job to find water and nourishment for the tree, making your sewer lines a target. Once they find a way inside the pipe, sewer waste can collect around the roots and create a nasty clog. They can also grow inside the sewer lines and crack open your pipes, causing costly damage.
To prevent tree root clogs, beware of planting trees near your sewer lines. They may be small saplings now, but they will grow larger over the years. If you already have trees near your sewer lines, you can invest in relining your sewer lines to put a solid barrier inside to prevent tree root infestation.
If you think you have a sewer clog, call your local sewer line service company. They can use digital cameras to inspect your sewer pipes from the inside to see if tree roots are the problem. If you have tree roots attacking your sewer lines, they can offer solutions to clear out the roots and prevent further problems in the future.
Posted on behalf of:
Septic Service Pro, LLC
Peachtree Street NW
Atlanta, GA 30334
(678) 292-8728
