Strange Toilet Noises? Backups? That Smell in the Yard? Don’t Ignore It
If you live in Springfield and your toilets are gurgling, drains are backing up, or you’ve noticed that awful sewer smell in the yard, please don’t wait.
I’ve been doing this for a long time, and those are the signs that your sewer line might be ready to fail.
And when it fails, it isn’t lovely.
I’m Dennis Rollins—And I’ve Seen What Happens When People Wait
I’m a retired U.S. Navy Chief, and now I run Veteran Plumbing Services right here in Northern Virginia.
I’ve helped a lot of folks in Springfield over the years, and when I see sewer problems in older homes, there’s one usual suspect: Orangeburg pipe.
What’s Orangeburg—and Why It’s Trouble
Back in the 1950s to 1970s, builders used a material called Orangeburg.
It’s layers of tar paper rolled into a pipe.
It didn’t age well.
Over time, it collapses or breaks down, and once tree roots find a way in, you’re in for more than just a slow drain.
Here’s What I’ve Seen Firsthand:
- Raw sewage flooding finished basements
- Black water bubbling up into bathtubs and showers
- Thousands of dollars in water damage
- And most of the time, insurance won’t cover it without a special policy add-on
How You Can Avoid a Sewer Disaster
Here’s what I recommend to every Springfield homeowner with an older home: get a sewer camera inspection.
It’s fast, it’s affordable, and it gives us a clear view of your sewer line.
We’ll see what kind of pipe you’ve got—Orangeburg, clay, PVC—and whether there’s any damage or root intrusion.
Let’s Catch the Problem Before It Blows Up
If your neighbors have had issues, chances are your home has the same kind of pipe.
You don’t want to find out the hard way.
📞 Call Veteran Plumbing Services today at 703-791-1339
I’m Dennis Rollins. I served my country, and now I’m here to help you protect your home.
📞 Schedule online Veteran Plumbing Services Anytime — 24 hours a day.
