The last thing a business or homeowner wants is a surprise sewer line problem. It can be messy, time-consuming, disruptive, and expensive. That’s why NuFlow Indy aims to help Hoosiers discover sewer line issues in Indiana before serious sewer problems emerge. 

Because the sewer line is underground it’s often easy to miss troublesome issues. That’s why it’s important to know the warning signs that indicate it’s time to schedule a sewer camera inspection for your Indiana home or business. 

Top Signs of a Sewer Line Leak in Your Indianapolis Home or Business

An inspection can give you peace of mind or help catch small sewer line leaks before they turn into serious sewer problems. Here are some of the most common warning signs to watch out for so you’ll know when it’s time to schedule an inspection.

1. Strange Gurgling Sounds

Hearing unusual gurgling noises coming from your pipes when flushing the toilet or running the dishwasher could be a sign that there’s trouble with the sewer line. It’s easy to brush off unusual noises, especially in an older home or other property, but it’s important to rule out serious sewer line problems. 

If these sounds occur regularly, scheduling a sewer camera inspection will give you a definitive answer. It’s important to remember that simply clearing the pipes doesn’t solve the root cause, and you’re likely to face the same issue again in the future. That’s why we use our no-dig, trenchless technology to fix the problem at its source and prevent future backups. 

2. Sinks or Showers Are Slow to Drain

If you’ve noticed showers and sinks throughout your house are all taking an unusually long time to drain, or clogging often, this is a major warning sign of a sewer link leak. If it’s just one sink that’s taking a little longer to drain or if it’s only your shower that has a bit of standing water, with no other issues throughout your house, a traditional plumber may need to unclog that particular drain.

However, if multiple sinks or showers are draining slowly or clogged at the same time, that could very well be a warning sign that something is wrong with your sewer system. We can do a camera inspection to find the source of the problem and fix it without digging.

3. Unexplained Odor

A persistent, unexplained smell can be a sign of a sewer line issue. Especially if the stench is clearly coming from your drains, it’s time to schedule a camera inspection to find out what’s wrong with your sewer line.

A sewer line that is working properly should not have holes or cracks where foul smells can escape. Our team can find any holes, cracks or leaks that could be causing the smell and fix them without digging.

4. Unusually Lush Patches of Grass

One telltale sign it’s time for a sewer camera inspection is an overgrown, unusually lush patch of grass. That could mean your sewer line has burst. Your lawn could be extra lush and greener than the rest of the yard because it’s absorbing the excess water from the leak. A sewer line camera inspection will quickly pinpoint any problem areas. 

While the free fertilizer may seem like a nice little perk, the leak will eventually cause major problems for you and possibly your neighbors.

5. Buying a New Home

Many home inspectors don’t recommend a sewer camera inspection unless a home was built in the 1980s or earlier. However, just like you wouldn’t buy a used car without having it checked by a mechanic, we don’t recommend buying a house without a sewer camera inspection. Before closing, we can inspect your soon-to-be sewer line and ensure there are no costly sewer problems lurking underground. You can potentially save thousands of dollars in costly repairs down the line.

If we find a sewer line issue in your new Indianapolis home, you can negotiate with the seller to have it fixed and we’ll repair the sewer line without digging up your future lawn.

6. Water Damage or Mold

A leaking sewer can cause water damage around your home or business, which can lead to mildew and mold growth. The longer a property owner ignores this issue, the bigger problem it will become. This is a major sign of a sewer line leak in your Indianapolis property, and we suggest getting an inspection. We will locate the problem and aid you in addressing it before it becomes a potential health risk.

Choose NuFlow Indy to Fix Sewer Line Issues

Though homeowners and business owners are capable of doing many projects on their own, some jobs require professionals. While it may be tempting to try and fix a plumbing problem yourself, we highly recommend calling in the experts. You might be able to find a short-term fix, but NuFlow Indy can provide a long-term solution to give you peace of mind – all without digging up your yard, driveway, or sidewalk.

Having Trouble with Your Sewer Line in Indianapolis? Schedule Your Sewer Camera Inspection

If you have questions about when to consider a sewer line inspection for your Indiana property or if you’re not sure if you have signs of a sewer line leak, please get in touch with our team today. We look forward to assisting you!