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What is the difference between a drain and a sewer?

A drain is a pipe that serves only one building, conveying water and waste water away to a sewer. A lateral drain is a section of drain positioned outside the boundary of a building, connecting with the drains from other buildings to become a sewer.

What are common sewage issues?

Most Common Types of Sewer Problems –
Here are the common sewer line problems to watch out for.
Corrosion of pipes. When transporting wastewater, the pipes making the sewer line react with the contents. …
Blockage. …
Tree root intrusion. …
Pipe shifting and breakage. …
Sewage smell in the house.

What is the most common problem with the house sewer drain?

Drain blockage

The most common cause of sewer problems is a blockage in the drain. If your toilet, tub or sink is backed up but the other drains in your home are still working correctly, you most likely have a problem with that individual drain.

Who is responsible for blocked sewer drains?

Generally speaking, you’re usually responsible for drains inside the boundaries of your property, including the lateral drains, which are usually outside of property boundaries and go until they reach the city main, and sewers. Although most sewers are now publicly owned, there are still some private or unadopted sewers.

What are the symptoms of a damaged sewer pipe?

Four of the most common signs of a broken sewer line include multiple slow drains, foul smells inside the house, mold or mildew in the basement, and an increased presence of pests. Plumbing-related issues aren’t always easy to spot – especially ones that occur underground.

How do you tell if sewer line is clogged or broken?

Signs of a Clogged Sewer Line
Multiple Fixtures Are Draining Slowly. …
Gurgling Sounds in Different Drains. …
Plunging Becomes a Common Chore. …
Water Backs Up the Sewer Line Cleanout. …
Water back up in the lowest drain in the house such as tub or shower drain.