Q I'd like to plant some trees in my yard but I'm worried about the roots reaching my sewer line and causing plumbing problems in the future. How can I find out where the sewer lines are in my yard?

It’s true–sewer problems can be an expensive headache. They come in many varieties: blockages, backups and leaks. Addressing repairs can be time-consuming, labor-intensive and costly. Landscape damage ...

Hidden underground, the pipe that connects your toilets to the public sewer lines is very easy to ignore — until it clogs or breaks. Fortunately, it’s often possible to spot — and repair — sewer ...