Education
Education is key when it comes to maintenance on a sewer system. Property owners need to know what is their responsibility, and what is the counties responsibility. They also need to know who to call at the county office if there is a problem, potential problems they may have to deal with in the future, and what to do about them.
When property owners to educate themselves, they will find themselves better prepared when something happens. This is vital for first time home owners that have never had to deal with problems of this nature before.
Prevention
Preventing problems before they start is the key to maintaining a pipe. This includes having drains snaked with a camera on a regular basis, and having the pipes under the property inspected. The sewer under the property should be inspected before purchasing a home, but, if it wasn’t it should be as soon as possible.
Property owners have no way of telling how old the pipes are that are running under their backyard, or if there are problems with them, unless they are inspected. If there are problems, this gives homeowners the chance to fix them before they get bigger. If there aren’t, homeowners can sleep a little better at night, and they only have to worry about another inspection if there is a problem or every few years.
Pipe Lining
Pipe lining is one of the most creative ways to fix a problem. The lining molds to the pipe, creating a barrier that will guarantee small pinholes and cracks do not create a problem. While pipe lining may be the most popular option, it does not work in every situation.
Homeowners that are responsible for their own maintenance are encouraged to take the time to educate themselves about pipe lining. If there is a problem, they will hear about this procedure eventually, and it’s always a good idea to have a bit of knowledge about pipe lining before a problem arises.
Cleaning
The pipes underneath the house and property are not the only ones a homeowner will have to deal with, or repair. This also applied to the small pieces of plumbing that are running underneath the kitchen sink. To help prevent problems before they happen, homeowners should regularly clean their pipes. This doesn’t require expensive chemicals, or a professional for that matter.
Instead, homeowners can simply pour boiling water down the drains periodically to help rinse small particles that have clung to the sides of the pipe the rest of the way down to prevent them from forming a blockage.
Owning a home can be an exciting and wonderful time for couples, but there is a bit of a learning curve involved for homeowners that do not want to spend a small fortune on expensive repairs in the future, particularly when it comes to the sewer or plumbing. Instead, homeowners can follow these tips to make sure that all the plumbing on their property, both inside and underneath the property, functions perfectly for years to come.