Sewer and Drain Tree Root Removal Specialists

Most homeowners don’t realize that tree roots can cause serious damage to their home drainage system. It’s very common for sewer pipes to get clogged or broken from tree roots growing into them. They can also cause damage to septic tanks and drain fields.

Here Are The 3 Stages Of How Tree Roots Grow Into Sewer Pipes

stages 1, 2, and 3 of how tree roots grow into sewer pipes.

Trees and large shrubs are attracted to wastewater, as it is extraordinarily rich in nutrients. Tree roots can can grow as deep as 6 feet and as wide as 20 feet, which can be a real nuisance. Tree roots can invade sewer lines by taking advantage of any cracks, leaks, or loose connections in the pipes. They do this to find moisture, nutrients, and oxygen. Roots are especially drawn to these situations as they look for ways to grow and gather resources. Tree roots take advantage of sewer pipe vulnerabilities. Even if a sewer line has a minor crack, leak, or loose connection, tree roots can easily exploit even the smallest issues, seeking any way possible to enter into any main drain or sewer pipe. Once the tree roots find their way into a drain line, through a crack or other entry point, it can grow rapidly due to the constant supply of water, oxygen and other nutrients. As the tree roots continue to grow, it can eventually fill the sewer pipe, causing slow drainage and eventually leading to a total main drain or sewer line backup. When tree roots spread, they can also create pressure in the drain line by pushing against the pipe, which can make the crack larger or even break, especially for older sewer lines that are made from weaker materials like clay.

Rooter-Man GTA provides top-quality service for tree root removal. We specialize in removing tree roots and providing cost effective solutions for sewer pipe repair or replacement. Our fully licensed and insured drain technicians have the proper training, 55+ years of combined experience, and state-of-the-art equipment to successfully diagnose, remove roots, and repair any damage that was caused. If your situation requires a more permanent solution to repair or replace your damaged sewer line, then our sewer line excavation crews are fully equipped with small, medium or large excavators to handle any emergency sewer line repair or replacement project that you may require.

When you hire Rooter-Man GTA to fix your drain or sewer line backup, whether it’s caused by tree roots or any other problem, you don’t just get any ordinary plumber, you get a whole team of highly trained and experienced technicians and drain specialists to diagnose, repair or replace your sewer line. Our Rooter-Man GTA team of experts take care of everything, including sewer line locates, dig permits, insurance claim processing, waste disposal, excavation planning, prepping, digging, materials, installation and end of project cleanups. At Rooter-Man GTA we pride ourselves in providing fast turnaround for sewer line or waterproofing projects, while delivering meticulous workmanship, high level customer satisfaction and a strong lifetime warranty. Rooter-Man GTA is part of the ROOTER-MAN brand, which has been around for more than 50 years across North America and operates more than 750 locations. This gives our customers peace of mind knowing that their sewer line project investment is backed by an established, award-winning plumbing and drain service provider with a long history of serving the Greater Toronto Area and Niagara Region.

Here Are The Steps To Diagnosing & Repairing Tree Roots:

STEP 1 – Sewer Camera Inspection

A Rooter-Man GTA technician will perform a video camera pipe inspection using advanced SeeSnake® technology to accurately diagnose the problem. The technician will pinpoint the exact location of where the tree roots have blocked or damaged the sewer pipe. The inspection camera can also visually show the extent of the damage, even after the tree roots have been removed. If it’s a minor repair, the drain technician can repeat the camera inspection to ensure that the problem has been resolved. If it’s not a minor repair and requires pipe replacement, the drain technician can provide accurate details to the excavation crew to replace only what’s necessary, to prevent other sections of the sewer line from getting damaged or unnecessarily replaced.

STEP 2 – Sewer Line Snaking and Hydro Jetting

There are two methods that we can use in order to remove the roots. The first is using a drain snake auger. As it moves through the drainpipe, the rotating auger will cut apart the tree roots that are causing the blockage. The alternate method is hydro jetting. This uses blasts of high-pressured water to blow out tree roots, dirt and other debris out of the pipes. Both of these methods are extremely effective in solving the problem.

Solutions offered by ROOTERMAN®

Sewer Line Repair

Our team of experts at Rooter-Man GTA are fully licensed and insured with many years of experience. Damaged sewer lines are not a problem that you want to put off. They will only continue to get worse and having sewage back-up into your home can pose serious health risks. Our specialists will be sure to find the source of the problem and have it efficiently repaired in no time. We use the latest, most effective technology and equipment to deliver high-quality work you can trust.

Sewer Line Replacement & Trenchless Technology

If your sewer line is in need of a replacement, you can count on our Rooter-Man GTA plumbing experts. We promise to always be completely upfront to ensure customer satisfaction. Our professionals will assess your home and recommend the best option while taking your budget into consideration. We only use the best available technology to get the job completed as quickly and effectively as possible. Rooter-Man GTA offers trenchless technology which is much less invasive than older, traditional methods. With these trenchless methods we can get the job done in less time and without destroying your landscaping!

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