Is my slow drain a plumbing problem or a septic problem?
If one fixture is slow, it is usually the fixture or the branch line. If every drain in the house is slow at once, it is usually the main line or the tank. Gurgling and outdoor odor point at the septic side.
Do you do full service plumbing?
No. We do drain and sewer line work adjacent to septic. Whole house repiping, water heaters, gas and fixture installation belong with a dedicated plumbing contractor, and we will tell you that rather than take the job.
Should I install a cleanout?
If your line does not have an accessible one, yes. Every future service call is faster and cheaper with one, and it usually pays for itself the second time you need it.
Can tree roots be removed from a sewer line?
Jetting clears them effectively. Whether they stay gone depends on whether the tree is still sitting on the line and whether the crack they entered through gets repaired.
Do I need a permit for a sewer line repair?
It depends on the scope and the jurisdiction. Repairs that alter the septic system itself require a permit in both states. We will tell you which category you are in.