Sewer Line Maintenance

Routine sewer care can catch root growth, grease buildup, a sagging section or a cracked joint before it turns into a basement backup. In Elizabeth, NJ, older lines and combined city sewers that fill in heavy rain make early checks worthwhile.

What upkeep can include
Upkeep may include clearing the main line with a cable or jetter, a camera pass to check joints and roots, making sure the cleanout cap opens, and notes on sections to watch.

Records worth keeping
Keep dates of past cleanings, camera findings, where the cleanout is, which drains back up first, and repairs done. Ask the plumber to separate urgent defects from things to monitor.

Call about sewer line maintenance and mention the building type, the ZIP code and any past backups.