Will Homeowner’s Insurance Cover Broken Sewer Pipes?

April 3rd, 2017 Posted in Sewer Lines
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When you find out you have a broken sewer pipe that needs repair or replacement, the first thing that may cross your mind is the cost. A sewer issue can be expensive to fix, but it is not something that can be ignored; anything that can help mitigate the cost is appreciated. In some cases, homeowner’s insurance may cover some of the costs of a sewer pipe repair, but there are circumstances where it most likely won’t be covered.

Age/Wear and Tear

If your sewer pipe bursts after many years of use, it may be general wear or age that caused the problem. Insurance usually only covers accidents or unforeseen issues; it may cover damage caused by the burst pipe but not the repair itself.

Workmanship

A broken sewer pipe due to poor workmanship may be covered under your insurance policy or under a warranty by the contractor. Check with both your insurance agent and the company who installed your sewer lines. 

Weather

Did your sewer line freeze, causing it to burst? A weather related broken sewer pipe is more likely to be covered than other issues. Check with your insurance policy to see if weather-related plumbing issues are covered.

Location

Where the sewer line break is located can impact whether it is covered under your homeowner’s insurance. Breaks within the foundation of the home are more likely to be covered. In some cases, if the break is caused by a municipality issue, you may get it covered through them.

The first step is to call your local sewer repair company. They can assess the damage and help determine the cause to report to your insurance company – it is always worth researching to find out whether your insurance will pay for any of the repair.

Posted on behalf of:
Seagraves Plumbing Sewer & Septic
4980 Plant Atkinson Rd SE
Smyrna, GA 30080
(494) 792-2221

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Do You Know What Is Happening in Your Sewer Lines?

February 22nd, 2017 Posted in Sewer Lines
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The last thing any homeowner wants to think about is the sewage draining from their home through their sewer lines. But if a blockage occurs or a pipe bursts, you will be forced to think about those sewer lines and how to fix them. The best offense is always a good defense, and that includes using preventive measures to keep your sewer lines clear and in good condition.  A camera inspection of your sewer pipes can be the best way to catch any issues before they become a major, and expensive, problem.

Some sewer service companies offer a camera inspection to take a close look inside your sewer lines. This can be used when you are having problems, such as slow drainage or odor coming from your drains. These tiny, yet highly effective, digital cameras can inspect the interior of your sewer lines underground. They can pick up images of tree roots that may be infiltrating your pipes or show where a clog has formed. They take the guess work out of finding sewer issues, making it quicker to pinpoint the problem.

While these cameras are used to determine where and what is causing a sewer backup, they can also be used as a preventive measure. Having your sewer lines inspected is a great way to prevent a sewer emergency. When used in tandem with hydro jetting to clear out your sewer lines, a camera inspection can be the best way to prevent sewer issues and identify any abnormalities in the pipe system.

Don’t wait for a sewer backup to cause an expensive mess. Call to schedule a preventive camera inspection of your sewer lines with your local sewer service company.

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Metro Septic LLC
1210 N Tennessee St
Cartersville, GA 30120
(678) 873-7934

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Could Pipe Relining Repair Your Sewer Line Issue?

February 22nd, 2017 Posted in Sewer Lines
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Replacing existing sewer lines can be a large project that can expensive and time consuming. To replace many sewer lines, they must be dug up and removed for new ones to be put in place. This is a labor intensive project that can take days; in the meantime, your home will be without plumbing, causing a major disruption in your family’s life. In addition, digging up the pipes can make a giant mess of your yard, ruining expensive landscaping. There may be another way to resolve your sewer line issues: pipe relining.

How Does Pipe Relining Work?

New technology has made it easier to repair many sewer pipe issues without the need for pipe removal. Pipe relining is used for pipes that have breaks or corrosion that are causing leaks or backups. Instead of digging up the old pipes, a small hole is dug near one end of the sewer pipe. Once the pipe is accessed, a liner can be fed into the pipe. The liner is filled with air to expend it to the size of the pipe. An adhesive, usually a type of resin, on the outside of the lining adheres it to the interior of the pipe, creating a new interior surface.

There are many benefits to using this method. Pipe relining does not require your pipes to be removed, saving time and money. This means less downtime and a quicker resolution to your plumbing issue. It also creates a seamless lining that helps fend off joint breaks caused by infiltration of tree roots.

If you have a sewer line problem, call your local sewer repair company that offer pipe relining. It could be a better solution for your sewer line issue.

Posted on behalf of:
A-Flo Free Septic
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
(770) 927-7926

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Does Your Homeowner’s Insurance Policy Cover Your Sewer Lines?

January 11th, 2017 Posted in Sewer Lines
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You know you have homeowner’s insurance to cover accidental damage to your home. But do you know what it covers if you have a sewer line problem? Many homeowners assume that if they have a major issue with their sewer lines, their insurance will be available to help with the costs of repairs. However, that is not always case. Here are a few tips to ensure you are not caught off guard when you have a sewer line problem.

  • Regular wear and tear. In most cases, sewer lines that break or get clogged due to normal wear and tear are not covered under homeowner’s insurance. This is a good reason to have routine maintenance done on your sewer lines to inspect for issues before they become clogged or broken.
  • City sewer. If you are connected to a city sewer system, the general rule is you are responsible for pipes on your side of the property line. If your insurance does cover sewer line problems, it will only cover those that happen on your property.
  • Check your policy. Read your homeowner’s insurance policy. Check for coverage for sewer or plumbing issues. Does it cover repairs or replacement? Does it cover damage caused to your home from a sewer line break or backup? If you are not sure, call your insurance agent. You may be able to add a rider to cover these potential issues for a low premium.

Knowing what is covered under your insurance ahead of time can help prepare you in case of a sewer line issue. It is better to know what to expect than to be caught unaware during a sewer emergency.

Posted on behalf of:
Bynum & Sons Plumbing, Inc.
2120 McDaniels Bridge Rd SW
Lilburn, GA 30047
(770) 736-8283

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Do You Know Where Your Sewer Line is Located?

August 9th, 2016 Posted in Sewer Lines
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Every day you take a shower, flush the toilet and use the kitchen sink, but do you know where all that water and sewage goes? Magically it disappears from your home, out to the main sewer line that whisks it away to be treated. But somewhere between your home and the city sewer line is your connection, probably under your front yard of your home. Do you know where it is exactly? There are some good reasons why you should find out.

In most cities, the sewer pipe that connects a home or business to the main sewer line is the property owner’s responsibility. If something happens to that line, the repair or replacement cost will be on your shoulders. This is why you should know exactly where your underground sewer pipe is on your property. Consider these possible problems:

  • You hire a landscaper to put in a decorative fish pond right where your sewer pipe is located. They damage the pipe when they begin to dig – now you have to fix it.
  • You plant new trees and shrubs in your yard. A few years later their roots penetrate your sewer line, causing a sewage backup into your home because you planted them too close to your sewer pipes.
  • You hire a contractor to do work on your home. They drive their equipment over the sewer line, damaging the pipe because you did not warn them of its location.

There are many other scenarios that could cost you expensive repairs just for not knowing where your sewer line is located. Call your local sewer service company to complete an inspection, including outlining where your pipes are located so you can avoid damaging these crucial plumbing fixtures.

Posted on behalf of:
Bynum & Sons Plumbing, Inc.
2120 McDaniels Bridge Rd SW
Lilburn, GA 30047
(770) 736-8283

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Planting New Trees? Consider Your Sewer Lines

June 24th, 2016 Posted in Sewer Lines
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Trees can add beauty, shade and dimension to your yard, but they can also cause havoc on your sewer and water lines. Under your lawn, a fight is going on between tree roots searching for water and pipes carrying water to and from your home. Before adding new trees to your yard, consider the proximity to sewer and water lines before planting. Here are a few tips to avoid tree root invasion into your sewer pipes.

  • Know where your underground pipes are located. Before you start planting, find out where your sewer and water pipes run. You will want to keep your new trees at least twenty feet or more away from those pipes.
  • Small trees get big. Yes, your new trees are small now, but how big will they be ten or more years from now? A general approximation is that roots will spread out from the tree the same distance as the height, even further for each ten years.
  • Talk to your local sewer company. Not sure where your sewer lines are or where you can plant? Call your local sewer company for an inspection. They can locate the exact areas where your sewer pipes are located and give you options to protect your pipes from damage.

So what should you do if tree roots do find their way into your sewer lines? One option is hydro-jetting. Your local sewer service company that offers hydro-jetting can use this high-powered water cleaning to remove tree roots that have penetrated your sewer lines. It also will remove any other debris or waste that could cause an expensive clog or sewer backup before it happens.

With a little planning, you can have beautiful new trees and protect your sewer lines from damage. Happy planting!

Posted on behalf of:
Hunter’s Septic Service
Nesbit, MS
(662) 429-1686

 

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Is My Home a Candidate for Trenchless Sewer Line Replacement?

June 22nd, 2016 Posted in Sewer Lines
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If you have been experiencing issues with your old sewer lines, you may be researching options for replacement. One of the more appealing options available is trenchless sewer line replacement, where your old pipes are left in the ground and new piping is inserted without needing to dig up your yard. However, not all homes are ideal candidates for this option and it may be better to opt for traditional sewer pipe installation. Here are some of the criteria that could make trenchless sewer line a poor solution for certain homes:

  • Poor grade. Trenchless sewer line replacements require a certain grade to make them functional. Installing these pipes in the wrong grade conditions could mean backup problems and future sewer line repair expenses.
  • Local regulations. Trenchless systems are usually installed by bursting the old pipes that are in the ground and inserting a new tube in their path. Some localities may not allow this method, especially if you have old pipes that may contain lead.
  • Tree root issues. If you want to change the path of your pipes to avoid future tree root invasions into your sewer lines, trenchless replacement may not be an option.
  • Soil conditions. Not all soil conditions are conducive to the type of sewer lines used in trenchless replacement.

It is important to know all your options when it comes to sewer line replacement. To determine whether trenchless or traditional replacement would be best for your home, call your local sewer service company for a thorough inspection and evaluation. Your local sewer professionals can recommend the best options for changing the sewer lines in your home that will best meet your needs.

Posted on behalf of:
Seagraves Plumbing Sewer & Septic
4980 Plant Atkinson Rd SE
Smyrna, GA 30080
(494) 792-2221

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Broken Sewer Pipe? Pipe Relining May be a Solution

January 6th, 2016 Posted in Sewer Lines
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Maybe your drains began backing up in your home or you found a smelly, wet spot on your lawn – whatever the first signs, you now know you have a broken sewer pipe. It must be fixed but having your yard destroyed to dig up the pipe will ruin your expensive landscaping. There is another option that may save your landscaping and cost you less money for the repair – pipe relining.

Pipe relining is an economical solution to a broken pipe and often can be completed in just a few hours. It also has the added benefit of not needing to dig a trench to remove the old pipe, leaving your landscaping unscathed from the process. While not all sewer line breaks can be repaired with pipe relining, many can and offer a viable option for many homeowners.

Pipe relining is completed by inserting a balloon-like lining into the broken pipe at one end. It usually only requires a small hole to be dug to access the pipe end. Then the lining is expanded with hot air to adhere the resin coating to the inside of the pipe. Once the lining sets, the inside of the broken pipe now has a seamless interior that will last for many years and is even resistant to tree roots and corrosion.

If you find yourself with a broken sewer pipe, talk to your local sewer service company about repairing your pipe using pipe relining. It can also be used to reinforce all your old sewer pipes instead of replacement. It is usually much less expensive than intrusive pipe replacement and will leave your beautiful lawn intact.

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A-Flo Free Septic
Lawrenceville, GA
(770) 927-7926

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Relining Sewer Lines Instead of Replacement

September 9th, 2015 Posted in Sewer Lines
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When a sewer line or pipe is cracked or begins to corrode, the first thing that comes to mind is needing to replace the pipes. For many homeowners, this can be a larger expense than they are able to fit into their budget. However, in many cases older sewer lines can be relined, repairing the issue while extending the life of the pipes. Relining can save money and be a viable solution for sewer line problems.

Relining for Sewer Pipes

Old sewer lines that were cracked or broken in the past often had to be dug up and replaced with new pipes. New technology offers different solutions that are faster and usually less expensive than this old method of sewer line replacement. One option is not to replace the pipe at all and instead reline the pipes. This method can be done without digging up the pipes, saving both time and money.

Relining uses a synthetic lining that is inserted into one end of a broken or corroded sewer line. The tube is inflated with hot air to press the lining against the inside of the piping. The lining is attached with a resin that adheres to the interior of the pipe. This creates a seamless lining that covers any cracks or breaks in the pipe, extending the life of the sewer line.

Pipe relining is a great option for repairing many sewer line problems quickly and affordably. Since there are no seams, lining is excellent to protecting pipes from root invasion which is common in traditional sewer pipes. To learn more about sewer pipe relining and whether it is an option for your old sewer pipes, contact your local sewer service company that offers pipe relining.

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A-Flo Free Septic
Lawrenceville, GA
(770) 927-7926

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Sewer Line Problems

September 9th, 2015 Posted in Sewer Lines
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No one wants to think about dealing with a clogged or backed up sewer line at their home. It can not only be an extreme inconvenience and an unexpected repair cost, it can cause expensive damage to your home. The best way to mitigate sewer line problems to reduce expense and damage is to know the first sign of a problem. If you notice any of these initial signs, calling in a professional right away can reduce the inconvenience and damage a sewer line problem can cause.

  • Slow drains. One of signs of a major sewer line problem is slower draining inside your home. If a clog is forming in one of your main sewer pipes, you may notice sinks, showers and toilets are not draining as quickly as usual.
  • Odors. If you start noticing a foul odor around drains in your home or outside where sewer pipes run under the ground, there is probably a sewer line problem. It may be a clog forming or even a burst pipe that is seeping sewage into your yard.
  • Wet areas in your yard. Another sign of sewer line problems is wet areas in your yard or areas where the grass is greener than other areas. A cracked or burst sewer or water line can be leaking water or sewage underground, adding moisture to that area.

If you notice any of these signs, call your local sewer or septic service company to inspect your sewer lines. Most quality service companies offer digital camera inspections that can inspect your sewer lines from the inside to find any clogs or sewer line problems before they cause an expensive and inconvenient sewer backup.

Posted on behalf of:
Seagraves Plumbing Sewer & Septic
4980 Plant Atkinson Rd SE
Smyrna, GA 30080
(494) 792-2221

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