The Best Way to Deal With Tree Roots in Your Pipes

Of all the plumbing issues that property owners may need to deal with from time to time, tree root invasions are often the most frustrating. Tree roots can make their way into your sewer line undetected and cause a variety of problems including cracks and leaks. At SLB Pipe Solutions, we offer hydro jetting in Greenwood, IN, as a lasting solution to tree root invasions. We explain more below:

How Do Tree Roots Enter Pipes?

Tree roots can enter your sewer system through small cracks in your pipes. In clay sewer lines, the drain sections are connected by a non-bell spigot and the rest of the gap is filled with concrete. The concrete can deteriorate over time, creating a small opening where tree roots can go.

Tree roots can also enter your plumbing system through collapsed pipes where they can grow and cause a serious blockage. When you suspect that there are tree roots in your pipes, don’t hesitate to call for professional hydro jetting services right away.

Why We Recommend Hydro Jetting

Hydro jetting roots offer a long lasting solution to this problem. This method of drain cleaning involves the use of blasts of water to get rid of clogs and buildup in your pipe, and these jets are often powerful enough to break down tree roots and flush them out of your sewer system. Other methods such as the use of chemicals can be harmful to both the tree and your sewer system, so we discourage their use.

To learn more about our hydro jetting service or to schedule one for your home, contact SLB Pipe Solutions today.