There are time when tree roots can get down into your sewer line and cause it to break. Many experts have discovered that copper sulfate, that is commonly used by plumbers, can help to repel tree roots. However, this is only a short-term solution to a long-term problem. You can pour copper sulfate into your toilet bowl and flush. This will help to keep tree roots out of your pipes temporarily. If you are seeking out a long-term solution, you need to find someone who specializes in sewer lines and drainage.
Having Insurance
Many people wonder if having homeowner’s insurance will help with the cost of sewer line replacements. Chances are, your insurance policy has sewer line replacement excluded from the policy. You may have the option to add drain endorsement but that will cost you about $100 a year. You also may have the option to purchase a Utility Shield plan that will help you when it comes to sewer line maintenance and replacement. If you don’t have any of these, then you can expect to pay $4,000 or more to have your sewer line replaced.
Hiring a Professional
The only real way to know for sure if you need a new sewer line is to hire a specialty plumber or service to come out and check out the damage. As a homeowner, there is no way for you to fix this on your own because it is a messy job. But there are ways that you can prevent roots from getting deep into your pipes and causing you serious problems and money.
If you need assistance with pipes and drainage in Batavia, NY, you should call Scalia’s LLC who provides landscaping and plumbing services. Visit their website to learn more about the type of services that they offer.
