Tree Roots in Sewer Line: Signs and Solutions
Sewer Line
Roots are naturally drawn to the moisture and nutrients inside your sewer line. Even a microscopic crack in an old clay pipe releases vapor that roots can sense. Once they find the opening, they grow inside, creating a 'root curtain' that catches toilet paper and grease.
The Warning Signs
- Gurgling Toilets: Air trapped by the roots bubbles back up.
- Slow Drains: Water drains sluggishly throughout the whole house.
- Sinkholes: In severe cases, sewage leaking into the soil causes the ground to collapse in your yard.
The Solutions
1. Snaking (Temporary): Cuts a hole through the roots to restore flow, but they grow back in months.
2. Hydro-Jetting (Maintenance): Blasts the roots away completely with high-pressure water.
3. Pipe Lining (Permanent): Creating a seamless new pipe prevents roots from ever entering again.