Tree roots in the sewer are one of the most common problems for blocked drains encountered in older buildings. Years ago before PVC piping was introduced into the building industry, underground piping was done in short lengths of clay pipe, each sealed together with a rubber ring in a male and female joint. This joint overtime can open slightly or even break because of movement, caused by any number of things, heavy traffic, tree roots pushing on the pipe, a change in the moisture content of the ground.

A thirsty tree doesn't need much incentive to have a small feeder root investigate the possibility of a new food source. Sometimes it's surprising just how small the opening can be that the initial feeder root finds its way into. It then expands to a mass of twisted roots completely blocking the drain/sewer pipe and on occasions breaking the pipe altogether.

So how do you know if there is a broken drain? Well that's where the Drain Rescue® camera comes into action. Our plumber can send a camera down and actually take a video of the condition of your drains. The video will show you exactly what and where the problem is. The Drain Rescue® Plumber can then advise you on the best course of action and the price.
Tree roots in the sewer and drains can be an ongoing problem,

My drain is blocked due to tree roots, what can I do? Contact Drain Rescue® and and have one of our drain specialists with video inspection equipment diagnose the drain and determine whether the tree roots infiltrated your drain from, a city tree, the neighbor’s tree or tree on your property.

Tree Roots

Roots can clog pipes causing blockages and sewer overflows

Root Infiltration / Before Photo

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