Category: Sewer Leaks

  • Don’t Let Tree Roots Ruin Your Sewer Line – Detect and Prevent Them With These Tips

    Don’t Let Tree Roots Ruin Your Sewer Line – Detect and Prevent Them With These Tips

    If you have a sewer line, it’s important to know how tree roots can damage it. Tree roots are attracted to the moisture in sewer lines, which can cause severe damage if they aren’t detected and prevented. This blog post will discuss detecting and preventing tree roots from damaging your sewer line. We will also provide tips on what to do if you already have a problem with tree roots.

    To detect tree roots in your sewer line, a professional inspection must be done. During this inspection, the technician will use specialized cameras and other equipment to identify any blockages or cracks in the pipe. If tree roots are found, they can be removed with special root cutters or high-pressure water jets. Removing them as soon as possible is important so that further damage does not occur.

    Once you have identified and removed the tree roots from your sewer line, it’s time to take steps to prevent it from happening again. To do this, start by pruning back any trees close to your sewer line. This will help reduce the moisture that attracts tree roots in the first place. You should also check your pipes regularly for any cracks or blockages that could be inviting tree roots. If you find any, have them repaired immediately to reduce the chances of a future tree root problem.

    Finally, if you already have a tree root problem in your sewer line, it’s important to take action quickly. Start by clearing the tree roots with professional root-cutting or high-pressure water jets. You should also contact a plumber to inspect and repair any damages caused by the tree roots. These steps will help protect your sewer line from further damage and extend its life.

    Tree roots can cause severe damage to your sewer line if they are not detected and prevented early on. Fortunately, there are several things you can do to detect and avoid tree roots from entering your sewer line. Have a professional inspection to identify any blockages or cracks in the pipe, prune back any trees close to your sewer line, and check for any cracks or blockages. If you already have a tree root problem, contact a plumber immediately and have the tree roots cleared out with special root cutters or high-pressure water jets. Taking these steps will help protect your sewer line from further damage and save you money in the long run.

  • Benefits of Tracer Gas Leak Detection

    Benefits of Tracer Gas Leak Detection

    UNDERSTANDING TRACER GAS

    The purpose of Tracer Gas is to find leaks in all types of pipelines and we’re proud to be one of the only companies to offer this. We are operated by master plumbers, who are licensed and educated in plumbing and how it is designed and operates.  In most cases we are able to make our own repairs the same day.  

    BENEFITS OF TRACER GAS

    Depending on your situation, the repair contractor may determine that using Tracer Gas is the best solution for you for leak detection. There are many benefits of using Tracer Gas to locate an underground leak.  Some benefits of this technique include the following but are not limited to:

    • This method is extremely accurate and can pinpoint the leak location.
    • This non-toxic detection method can be used for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The gases we use are safe for the environment, non-flammable, and non-destructive.
    • We are able to successfully locate leaks regardless of ambient noises.
    • Our ability to pinpoint leaks lowers the amount of excavation that is needed. Digging large areas of concrete or pavement to access damaged areas of the piping system is no longer needed. 
    • Tracer Gas infiltrates even the hardest surfaces; including concrete, tile, asphalt, rocks, and many more.
    • The pipes are exposed to gas when empty or full

    RELY ON UTAH LEAK LOCATE FOR THE BEST LEAK DETECTION IN SALT LAKE CITY

    Our contractors and technicians are some of the best in the entire state of Utah. Furthermore, when it comes to finding and repairing leaks, we can pinpoint them quickly and fix leaks right the first time. We are able to locate all water, sewage, gas, and air leaks that are created from damaged pipes. 

    UTAH WATER, SEWER, AND GAS LEAK DETECTION AND DETECTION COMPANY

    Utah Leak Locate is quickly becoming the go-to company for residential, industrial, and commercial businesses that are dealing with time-sensitive and potentially dangerous leaks. As a local Utah leak detection company, we have been able to save our customers thousands of dollars by avoiding further damage from leaks. Tracer Gas is the most effective and non-invasive way to find leaks. Rely on Utah Leak Locate for the top leak detection services in Salt Lake City. Give us a call today at (801) 613-0969.

  • How to address a sewage leak in your home

    How to address a sewage leak in your home

    [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Let’s talk about one of the most dreaded leaks that can happen in your home or business, a sewer leak.  Not only is this by far the most disgusting leak that can happen, but they can also be harmful to the health of your family.  Sewage produces a large number of gases.  This includes carbon dioxide, methane, chlorine, nitrous oxide, hydrogen sulfide, and sulfur dioxide.  Exposure to these gases can trigger people as well as animals in your home to suffer from a lack of oxygen, which can result in disorientation. The most common gas dangers from sewer leakages are hydrogen sulfide as well as methane. Hydrogen sulfide is hazardous and can create health issues such as headaches and also even death in high doses. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][gem_quote style=”3″]Additional health concerns range from dangerous pathogens, bacteria and even chemicals that can be found in the septic system.[/gem_quote][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

    Signs that you have a sewer main line leak

    All of the drains in your home exit through one main line into the city’s sewer system.  This important pipe works on a daily basis to remove waste and harmful materials from our homes and places of work.  Despite the important of this piping system, there is not alarm or warning signal that lets you know about underground leaks.  So, how do you know that a leak may be occurring?

    You will usually smell unpleasant odors.  When a water or sewer leak goes unnoticed it can cause rot and mold behind walls and underneath flooring.  This situation is an ideal habitat for bacteria to grow and thrive.  Unusual damp smells are a good warning sign that there has been an interior leak within your plumbing system.  You may also smell foul odors in your yard out around your property line.  This is a sign that an exterior leak has occurred as sewage begins to make its way into your yard and lawn.

    Look for and inspect cracks in your home.  We all know that water erodes everything it comes in contact with over time.  A clear signal that you may be dealing with a water or sewer leak is that cracks are beginning to occur.  It is highly recommend that you call a sewer leak detection company in Salt Lake City as quickly as possible.  Doing so will help you to avoid larger damage as the running liquid may begin to ruin the foundation of your home.

    Dealing with an active sewer leak is not a pleasant experience.  If you live in Utah let the experts at Utah Leak Locate handle and repair your plumbing problem.  Call us today at (801) 613-0969 or contact us online to schedule a dispatch appointment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”30019″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css_animation=”fadeInLeft” title=”(801) 613-0969″][vc_single_image image=”30085″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1566580014420{background-color: #4d71a5 !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

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    [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Utah Leak Locate
    (801) 613-0969
    8300 700 E Suite C,
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