Tree root intrusion is a serious cause of pipe damage. It is difficult to detect until it causes major blockages and backups. Common cause of sewer pipe damage, especially in areas with mature landscaping. The effective way to deal with it is professional sewer repair in Seattle, WA. Proven strategies can also ward off roots away from your pipes and sewer lines.
Dealing With The Effects Of Tree Root Intrusion
Tree roots will grow and branch out over time. One reason for this is in search of moisture and nutrients. Tree roots can soon break into and block pipes, causing major leaks and backups. It is necessary to assess your sewer line location and its vicinity to trees.
Professional sewer repair services can clear the affected pipes using rooters or hydro jetting. A camera pipe inspection helps assess the full extent of the intrusion for accurate diagnosis and repair. Minor damage is repairable by traditional or trenchless methods.
Replacing Damaged Pipes
You need to replace sewer line sections or whole pipes if the damage is too extensive. Severe intrusion can cause heavy damage or pipe collapses. Technicians also use trenchless technology for a more efficient and non-disruptive replacement.
Two main trenchless methods are pipe bursting or cured-in-place pipe or CIPP pipe lining. These methods repair these pipes without extensive excavation and restoration of your surroundings.
A full sewer line replacement uses modern materials such as PVC or HDPE pipes that are resistant to root intrusion. In some cases, a combination of trenchless and traditional excavation is necessary. This allows technicians to customize the replacement by a re-layout or relocating pipes away from tree roots.
Proper Prevention
Tree root intrusion prevention strategies include installing root barriers. Technicians also recommend copper sulfate and other safe root growth prevention chemicals post-repair. Regular maintenance and inspection help catch these issues early. When backups or recurring blockages persist, have your pipe or sewer line checked. Detecting and fixing it early will prevent more major and costly damage.
Call Ready Rooter today if your sewer lines have become blocked by tree roots. We offer comprehensive solutions for repairs and replacements.
