FAQ Category: Drains & Sewers

How Do I Know If I Need Sewer Line Replacement?

Severely collapsed, corroded, or repeatedly failing sewer lines may require full replacement to restore reliable drainage.

Will Sewer Repair Require Digging Up My Yard?

Not always. Many sewer problems can be resolved using trenchless repair methods that minimize excavation.

What Is The Difference Between Drain Cleaning And Hydro Jetting?

Drain cleaning clears clogs, while hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to fully clean pipe walls and remove heavy buildup.

What Are The Signs Of A Main Sewer Line Problem?

Multiple slow drains, sewage odors, gurgling toilets, or backups in lower-level fixtures may indicate a main sewer line issue.

How Can I Prevent Clogged Drains?

Drain clog prevention means keeping food waste, grease, and heavy debris out of your kitchen drains to prevent buildup inside your pipes. Common holiday cooking items like peels, eggshells, pasta, and food scraps can collect in drain lines, slow water flow, and eventually cause full blockages. Using the trash or compost instead of the drain is one of the simplest ways to prevent costly plumbing clogs.

What Is Orangeburg Pipe?

Orangeburg pipe is a sewer pipe made from compressed wood fiber and tar, commonly installed in homes from the 1930s through the early 1970s. It was used because it was lightweight and inexpensive, but it degrades over time. Many older homes still have Orangeburg pipe underground, where it can soften, deform, and eventually fail.

What Should I Expect When My Main Sewer Line Needs To Be Repaired?

When a main sewer line needs repair, you can expect a camera inspection, a clear explanation of the issue, upfront pricing, and repair options that may include trenchless solutions.

What Drain And Sewer Services Does Mainstream Offer?

Mainstream provides drain cleaning, hydro jetting, sewer camera inspections, main line repair, trenchless sewer repair, and full sewer line replacement in Spokane.

Who Is Responsible for a Broken Sewer Pipe — the City or the Homeowner?

In most cases, the homeowner is responsible for repairing a broken sewer line. Homeowners typically own the section of sewer pipe that runs from their home to the city’s main sewer connection, even if that connection is near the street.

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