Plumbing Innovations - Your St. Louis Sewer System's Lifeline

Blockages are a common problem in sewers. They happen when things like grease, hair, and other stuff build up.

Fixes:

• Plumber's Snake: A bendy tool that helps to pull out the blockage.
• Hydro-Jetting: Uses strong water pressure to break up tough blockages.
• Chemical Drain Cleaners: These can work but be careful with them. They should only be used if nothing else works, because they can hurt your pipes.

Tree roots can grow into sewer pipes, causing clogs and water leaks.
Fixes:

• Cutting Roots: A special tool is used to cut the roots.
• Pipe Lining: A liner is put inside the pipe to stop roots from coming back.
• Replacing Pipes: If the damage is bad, the pipe might need to be replaced.

Sewer pipes can rust over time, causing leaks and breaks.

Fixes:

• Fixing Pipes: Small leaks can be fixed with epoxy or other materials.
• Replacing Pipes: If the rust is very bad, the pipe might need to be replaced completely.

This can happen because of old age, soil washing away, or very heavy things pressing on it.

Fixes:

• No-Dig Pipe Fix: A new pipe is put inside the old one without digging up the ground.
• Digging and Replacing: Sometimes, the old pipe needs to be dug up and replaced with a new one.

Slow drains can happen for many reasons, like blockages, pipe damage, or a buildup of minerals.

Fixes:

• Regular Cleaning: Use a plunger or drain cleaner to get rid of gunk.
• Expert Cleaning: A plumber can use special tools to remove tough blockages.