Along with the cooler weather in West Palm Beach, FL, you may also notice problems with your home plumbing system this fall.  Being proactive about the sewer system in your home, during the colder months, will help keep potential plumbing issues from happening.  Regular maintenance in the spring and fall months can prevent higher expenses from a major plumbing problem.

Sewer Odors

If you smell sewer odors coming from your drains, you could have a problem with your sewer line leaking, or it may have a clog that is making it back up.  Consider having your main sewer line checked as soon as possible to avoid more significant problems in the future.

Mold

An indicator of a broken secondary pipe is mold.  If you have mold along a wall with plumbing pipes, or along the floors, you may have a leak in one of your pipes.  The best way to tell is to notice if the area around the mold smells like sewage. If it does smell of sewage, then you have a leak in your home.

Slow Drains

Slow drains can be a sign of a blockage in your sewer system.  Having your pipes cleaned will push out most debris and buildup that blocks secondary and primary sewer lines.

Sinkholes and Foundation Cracks

Severe issues with sewer lines can cause problems with your foundation and even sinkholes on your property.  These problems are usually because of years of neglect.  If you just purchased a home in the West Palm Beach area, make sure your sewer line and other pipes are checked by a professional regularly.

Infestations

If you notice a problem with rodents or insects in the area where the sewer line runs underground or in your home, it may be because you have a problem with the sewer line leaking.  Your pipes can also get infested with many pests, which can lead them into your home.

Inspections and cleanings during the fall months can give you the answers you need about any plumbing problems you may have in your home.