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- By James Wisler
- Pipe Repair Sewer Repair
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Your home’s plumbing system brings clean, fresh water into the home and then discharges the used water through a sewer line. However, when a sewer pipe breaks, this flow comes to an abrupt halt. Early detection can help deal with a broken sewer line, but prevention is the best way to keep your drains clear, clean, and flowing.It can be difficult to tell the difference between a clogged drain and a broken sewer pipe. Symptoms of a broken pipe and clogged drain include a foul smell from one or more drains and water backing up in sinks, toilets, and tubs. If you have more than one drain, you may have a broken sewer pipe.There are a few telltale signs of a broken sewer pipe. If you:
- Sewer gas smell
- Experience a sudden drop in water pressure
- Notice wet patches in and around your home
- Have persistent constipation and slow drains