> **Maintaining and repairing sewer lines** is essential for keeping your home or business free from sewage backups and other plumbing problems. A **sewer line** is the pipe that carries wastewater from your home or business to the main sewer line. If a **sewer line** becomes clogged or damaged, it can cause sewage to back up into your home or business, resulting in a variety of health and safety hazards.
## Sewer Line Maintenance
The best way to prevent **sewer line** problems is to have them regularly maintained. A **sewer line** maintenance professional can inspect your **sewer line** for blockages, leaks, and other problems. They can also clean your **sewer line** to remove any buildup of grease, hair, and other debris.
## Sewer Line Repair
If a **sewer line** becomes clogged or damaged, it will need to be repaired. **Sewer line** repairs can be complex and expensive, but they are essential for preventing sewage backups and other plumbing problems.
There are a variety of different **sewer line** repair methods available, depending on the type of blockage or damage. Common **sewer line** repair methods include:
* **Sewer line cleaning:** This is the most common **sewer line** repair method. A **sewer line** cleaning professional will use a high-pressure water jet to clean the **sewer line** and remove any buildup of grease, hair, and other debris.
* **Sewer line snaking:** This method uses a long, flexible snake to clear clogs from a **sewer line**.
* **Sewer line replacement:** This is the most expensive **sewer line** repair method, but it is sometimes necessary if a **sewer line** is severely damaged.
## How to Clean a Clogged Main Sewer Line
If you have a **clogged main sewer line**, you can try to clean it yourself using a **sewer line** cleaning auger. A **sewer line** cleaning auger is a long, flexible tool that can be inserted into a **sewer line** to clear clogs.
To clean a **clogged main sewer line** using a **sewer line** cleaning auger:
1. Insert the auger into the **sewer line**.
2. Turn the auger clockwise to feed it into the **sewer line**.
3. Continue turning the auger until you feel resistance.
4. Push and turn the auger back and forth to break up the clog.
5. Once the clog is broken up, flush the **sewer line** with water to clear away any remaining debris.
**If you are unable to clear the clog yourself, it is important to call a professional plumber.**