How can I tell if drainage pipes need to be replaced?

• <div><p>To avoid a major drainage pipe issue, it’s best to inspect your pipes a few times a year for signs of wear and tear. Some telltale signs that you need to replace your drainage pipes include:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/signs-hidden-water-leak-your-bathroom.htm">Leaks</a></p></li><li><p>Rust</p></li><li><p>Musty smells</p></li><li><p>Mold or mildew on walls</p></li><li><p>Moisture stains on walls or ceilings</p></li><li><p>Flaking or discolored pipes</p></li><li><p>Frequent clogs or backups</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Can you shower if the sump pump isn’t working?

• <div><p>You shouldn’t shower while a sump pump isn’t working. Although household wastewater isn’t supposed to go into the sump pit, it’s best to wait to shower until your sump pump is running properly and able to move excess water out of the basement. If you need to shower when the sump pump isn’t working, aim for a short shower.</p></div>

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Q: How can I tell if drainage pipes need to be replaced?

• <div><p>To avoid a major drainage pipe issue, it&rsquo;s best to inspect your pipes a few times a year for signs of wear and tear. Some telltale signs that you need to replace your drainage pipes include:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/signs-hidden-water-leak-your-bathroom.htm">Leaks</a></p></li><li><p>Rust</p></li><li><p>Musty smells</p></li><li><p>Mold or mildew on walls</p></li><li><p>Moisture stains on walls or ceilings</p></li><li><p>Flaking or discolored pipes</p></li><li><p>Frequent clogs or backups</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Can frozen underground pipes burst?

• <div><p>Yes, frozen underground pipes can burst. When water inside the pipe freezes, it expands, increasing pressure on the pipe walls. If the pressure becomes too great, it can cause the pipe to crack or burst, leading to significant water damage when the ice eventually thaws.</p></div>

Q: Can you shower if the sump pump isn’t working?

• <div><p>You shouldn&rsquo;t shower while a sump pump isn&rsquo;t working. Although household wastewater isn&rsquo;t supposed to go into the sump pit, it&rsquo;s best to wait to shower until your sump pump is running properly and able to move excess water out of the basement. If you need to shower when the sump pump isn&rsquo;t working, aim for a short shower.</p></div>

Q: What tools are used for plumbing repairs?

• <div><p>Tools include pipe wrenches, plungers, and augers. Professionals use advanced equipment for complex issues.</p></div>

Q: Can I fix a leaking sink myself?

• <div><p>Depending on the issue, you have a good shot at fixing a leaking sink yourself. If you have some plumbing experience or are comfortable with DIY jobs, you can clean the P trap, tighten nuts, replace washers, and replace shut-off valve stems on your own. For more complicated jobs, such as repairing a garbage disposal, calling a pro may be the way to go.</p></div>

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Last update on December 05, 2025

Reviewed in January 2024
System was installed with the pipes pitched away from the sump pit, pipes to exterior leaked, and exterior port wasnt installed to grade so water backed up towards house. After sending a tech out to confirm the issues, the company refused to repair stating they forst wanted a second opinion....
DryZone Basement Systems
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Reviewed in January 2024
The system was installed so that the pipes were pitched away from the sump, the pipe from the sump outside leaked back into the basement, and the exterior drain wasnt dug to grade so water backed up towards the house. When contacted about the issue, dryzone sent out a tech who confirmed every...
DryZone Basement Systems, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2022
It went wonderfully. There was unexpected work once some pipe chasers were removed, and Abide charged fair prices for the additional work and still completed the project within the scheduled time.
Abide Environmental Services
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Reviewed in March 2020
Fast service, was able to clear our kitchen drain quickly
Calzini's plumbing
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Reviewed in September 2018
Great! The two men who came figure out where the water was supposed to go, which was tricky with a dry box quite a long distance away, under my patio tiles, leading to a clogged pipe deep in a slopy section of my garden. They not only figured it all out, but unclogged two pipes, a drain, and the...
Fletcher Sewer & Drain Inc
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Reviewed in November 2016
USE THESE GUYS. We obtained a referral to Noonan from Angie's List. We needed to purchase a furnace for a house in Western Massachusetts which hadn't had a heat source for over 12 years, and had previously had been left without heat but with water in the system which caused many of the hot water...
NOONAN ENERGY CORP
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Reviewed in May 2016
Brandon was prompt and very courteous. He figured out what the problem was, explained it to me, went to get the supplies, and came back and fixed the drain and replaced the pipe. He tested the shower for 10-15 minutes to make sure it still wasn't leaking. Two months later, there have been no...
Clog Master Plumbing & CT Mechanical Solutions
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Reviewed in October 2014
When I moved into my house 15 years ago, the Septic System was new and I never gave things a second thought. Out of sight, out of mind, right? Until last week when sewage started spewing out of my shower and all of my drains were non-functioning. I had the tank pumped, thinking that was the...
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
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Reviewed in July 2013
I've had the same drain cleared of a block twice in the past. Julio by far did the best job. He cleared the drain pipe right down to the basement. Before he left, he cleaned all the areas where he was working. If I could, I'd give him six stars. You won't find anyone better.
Affordable Drain Flow, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2012
Our latest finds are from this summer/fall (2012). The deck was about to fall off the house; we just got it fixed. It was attached by 2 long NAILS...no support underneath. We are also updating the kitchen. The new contractor found that the support beams over the kitchen sink area were...
Laverdiere Construction
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Drain Pipe Installation questions, answered by experts

To avoid a major drainage pipe issue, it’s best to inspect your pipes a few times a year for signs of wear and tear. Some telltale signs that you need to replace your drainage pipes include:

Leaks
Rust
Musty smells
Mold or mildew on walls
Moisture stains on walls or ceilings
Flaking or discolored pipes
Frequent clogs or backups

Yes, frozen underground pipes can burst. When water inside the pipe freezes, it expands, increasing pressure on the pipe walls. If the pressure becomes too great, it can cause the pipe to crack or burst, leading to significant water damage when the ice eventually thaws.

You shouldn’t shower while a sump pump isn’t working. Although household wastewater isn’t supposed to go into the sump pit, it’s best to wait to shower until your sump pump is running properly and able to move excess water out of the basement. If you need to shower when the sump pump isn’t working, aim for a short shower.

Tools include pipe wrenches, plungers, and augers. Professionals use advanced equipment for complex issues.

Depending on the issue, you have a good shot at fixing a leaking sink yourself. If you have some plumbing experience or are comfortable with DIY jobs, you can clean the P trap, tighten nuts, replace washers, and replace shut-off valve stems on your own. For more complicated jobs, such as repairing a garbage disposal, calling a pro may be the way to go.

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