Your sewer line is out of sight and out of mind — until it isn’t. Here are the warning signs that something is wrong.
1. Multiple Slow Drains
One slow drain is usually a local clog. But when multiple drains in your house are slow simultaneously, the main sewer line is likely the problem.
2. Gurgling Sounds
If your toilet gurgles when you run the bathroom sink, air is getting trapped in the sewer line. This usually means a partial blockage or a venting issue.
3. Sewage Odors
You should never smell sewer gas inside your home. If you do, there may be a crack in the sewer line or a dried-out P-trap.
4. Soggy Spots in the Yard
A broken sewer line leaks wastewater into the surrounding soil. Look for unusually green patches of grass or soft, soggy areas in your yard.
5. Foundation Cracks
In severe cases, a leaking sewer line can erode soil under your foundation, causing settlement cracks. This is more common in older Boise homes with clay or cast-iron sewer lines.
Modern Repair Options
Traditional sewer repair means digging up the yard. But trenchless methods (pipe lining and pipe bursting) can fix most sewer lines without excavation. ACME offers both traditional and trenchless repair.
What to Do Next
If you’re seeing any of these signs, don’t wait. Sewer problems only get worse (and more expensive). We’ll run a camera inspection to pinpoint the issue and give you a clear, honest estimate.
Call (208) 555-0142 for a sewer line inspection.
