Why Prioritize Drain Line Repairs in Older Homes?

Many older homes feature plumbing materials that, while durable for their time, are now past their prime. Cast iron, galvanized steel, and even older forms of PVC can corrode, crack, or become misaligned over years of use. Ignoring these issues can lead to:

• Persistent Odors: Cracks or breaches in your drain lines, whether under your home or in your yard, can allow sewer gases to escape into your home or property, creating unpleasant and unhealthy odors.

• Water Damage & Mold Growth: Leaking drain pipes inside your home can cause significant water damage to walls, ceilings, and foundations, fostering an environment for hazardous mold growth. Outside, leaks can lead to soggy spots, foundation issues, and landscaping damage.

• Reduced Water Flow & Efficiency: Deteriorated pipes can restrict the smooth flow of wastewater, leading to inefficient drainage and potential backups within your system, impacting both indoor fixtures and outdoor connections.

• Structural Damage: Unaddressed leaks, particularly from underground drain lines, can compromise the structural integrity of your home's foundation and framing over time

Our Specialized Approach to Older Drain Systems

We utilize advanced techniques and a deep understanding of historical plumbing practices to provide effective and lasting solutions for all your drain lines, from the fixtures to the main sewer connection. Our services include:

• Comprehensive Drain Line Inspection: Using state-of-the-art sewer camera technology, we can thoroughly inspect the interior of your drain lines, both inside your home and extending to the main sewer line in your yard. This allows us to identify the exact location and nature of any damage without intrusive digging. This allows us to assess issues like:

  • Corrosion and rust

  • Cracks and fractures

  • Bellied pipes

  • Root intrusion (common in older systems, especially outside)

  • Collapsed sections

Targeted Repair Strategies:
Based on our detailed inspection, we recommend the most appropriate and cost-effective repair solutions for both interior and exterior drain lines. This could involve:

Spot Repairs: For isolated damage, we can perform precise repairs to specific sections of the drain line, whether it's under your sink or in your yard.

Sectional Pipe Replacement: In cases of severe, localized damage, we can expertly replace compromised sections of piping, ensuring a seamless connection with existing healthy lines.

Hydro-Jetting (for preventative maintenance and heavy buildup): While not for clogs, this powerful water jetting can effectively remove mineral buildup, grease, and other debris that can accumulate in older pipes and restrict flow, improving the performance of both interior and exterior drain lines.

Material Upgrades: When replacement is necessary, we use modern, durable materials like PVC or ABS to ensure long-term performance and compliance with current plumbing codes for all drain lines.

Don't Wait for a Plumbing Emergency!

Proactive drain line repair in older homes is an investment in your property's longevity and your family's well-being. If you're experiencing any of the signs of aging plumbing, or simply want peace of mind, contact B N C Plumbing today for a professional assessment of your entire drain system. Our experienced technicians are ready to restore the integrity and efficiency of your home's vital drain system, inside and out.

Call us at (317) 352-0780
contact us at bncplumbing09@gmail.com
to schedule your drain line repair consultation!