Top 10 Signs of Sewer Problems

A single slow drain is usually a local clog. Multiple slow drains, especially the lowest fixtures in your home, are often a sign the main sewer line itself needs attention.

• Multiple drains backing up at the same time
• Gurgling sounds from toilets when you run the washing machine or a sink
• Sewage odor in the basement or yard
• Unusually lush or soggy patches of lawn above the line's path
• Water backing up into the bathtub when you flush the toilet
• Slow drainage throughout the entire house, not just one fixture
• Visible cracking or settling in the yard or driveway above the sewer line
• Frequent need for drain snaking with only temporary relief
• Mold or mildew smell without an obvious source
• An older home with original clay or cast-iron sewer piping that's never been inspected

If more than one of these applies to your home, a camera inspection is the fastest way to get a clear answer — it shows the exact condition and location of any blockage or damage before you spend money guessing.