Sewer Repair In Santa Maria, CA

A burst sewer pipe can cause a mess in your home and yard. Most homeowners want to know how the pipe burst in the first place, so they can avoid future repeat breaks. When determining how your pipe broke, we look at a number of contributing factors.

Many times tree roots are found as the cause of a broken sewer line. Roots from trees or other vegetation in your yard naturally seek out water and can work their way into your sewer line through the sewer line connections, or even through sections of the pipe which have become weakened over time.

We still find older homes being supplied by a pipe made of Orangeburg. These pipes were widely used before the invention of the PVC pipe due to their low cost and ease of installation. Most older homes have swapped out Orangeburg pipes for more durable options; however, if it’s been many years since your sewer line was inspected, Orangeburg pipes may be responsible for your burst pipe.

Another common cause of a burst pipe lies in the movement of the ground itself. The earth beneath your sewer line naturally shifts. Ideally, the pipes are given enough room to move with the earth; however, sometimes a change happens too fast and the stress on the pipes lead to leaks or full breaks.

There are other causes that can lead to the bursting of a sewer pipe. Our expert sewer repair team quickly identifies the source of the problem and repairs the line before more damage can occur.