Roots in the sewer line are one of the most common causes of recurring blocked drains.
Tree roots naturally seek out water and nutrients, and a sewer pipe has plenty of both. Roots find their way in through tiny gaps at pipe joints, then grow into a dense mat that catches toilet paper, grease and waste until the drain blocks.
Older homes with clay or earthenware pipes are especially prone, because those pipes have many joints for roots to get through.
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Signs of Roots in Your Drains
- The same drain blocks again every few months
- Gurgling toilets or slow drains throughout the house
- The gully trap overflowing after heavy use
- Large trees or shrubs growing near the sewer line
- Lush green patches of lawn over the pipe
How We Remove Roots
- Locate. A drain camera confirms the roots and shows how bad the intrusion is.
- Cut. A mechanical root cutter (rotating blades on a cable) cuts the roots back to the pipe wall.
- Flush. Hydro jetting washes out the cut roots and debris.
- Recommend a lasting fix. Cutting roots clears the pipe, but roots grow back through the same joints. We’ll talk you through your options.
Long-Term Solutions
- Regular maintenance: scheduled root cutting before blockages happen
- Pipe relining: a new seamless lining inside the old pipe, sealing the joints roots get through, usually without digging
- Section replacement: replacing badly damaged or collapsed pipe
- Tree management: advice on the problem tree, or on what to plant near sewer lines in future
FAQs
Will the roots grow back? If the pipe joints stay open, yes. Cutting is often a short-term fix. Relining or replacement seals the entry points for good.
Do I need to remove the tree? Not always. Relining can protect the pipe and keep the tree. Removal is a last resort, and council rules may apply to some trees.
Which trees cause the most trouble? Fast-growing trees with big root systems planted near the sewer line, such as figs, umbrella trees and large palms, are frequent offenders.
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