Tree Root Intrusion: Causes, Effects, And Effective Ways To Resolve It

Many sewer systems lie outside homes in Pennsylvania, with beautiful trees, bushes, and other greenery. However, one of the unfortunate side effects of having many of these wonderful landscapes is tree roots below the surface. They can infiltrate and clog pipes and cause all sorts of trouble, often ending up in trenchless sewer repair in Aston, PA.

Deeper Roots, Deeper Damages

While tree root intrusion happens, clues and symptoms can be hard to observe. Only until full intrusion develops do we get to experience significant effects. They grow and network in search of water sources, of which sewer pipes are a good source of.

The first common sign is a slow or clogged drain, which soon causes backups, exposure of foul sewer smells, and major pipe damage. This allows wastewater damage and possible health hazards.

When major damage happens, the two main repair options available are excavation-based or trenchless pipe repair. Homeowners prefer the faster, nondisruptive approach of trenchless methods. Excavation-based repairs need longer timeframes and major work for digging, removal, repair (or replacement), then renovations.

Professional Solutions For Tree Root Intrusions

The professional way of dealing with the aftermath of major tree root intrusion covers the removal of tree roots, repair or replacement of the affected pipe, and anti-tree root measures. That last one will keep them away from sewer lines and prevent recurring intrusions.

Inside the affected pipe, plumbing technicians use rooter equipment for effective, thorough removal. Sometimes they use rooters with hydro jetting to remove all stuck tree roots.

Depending on the level of intrusion, plumbing technicians use repairs or trenchless sewer replacement. Pipe lining is the default repair option to line the inner pipe surface with a new inner layer of pipe and to seal and replace the affected pipe.

In other cases, the pipe sustains severe damage that makes it difficult for pipe lining. Pipe bursting is instead used to replace the pipe by destroying it in place while pulling in a trenchless pipe replacement.

Advanced Drains and Underground Solutions carries a range of services for all pipes and sewer lines. Call us today when you have a tree root intrusion.