Drain CLeaning
Clogs, Backups & Slow Drains… Oh My!
Preventative Maintenance is Key!
Sewer line preventative maintenance is a crucial step in preserving the function of your drains and plumbing system. This type of maintenance involves regular cleaning of the sewer line to remove debris and other materials that can cause clogs and restrict the flow of waste from the house to the municipal sewer or private septic system.
Schedule sewer line preventative maintenance services with Sal Manzo Plumbing, Heating & Cooling for the best results.
Most sewer lines require preventative maintenance every two years, some annually. By performing these services, a plumber can clear any buildup that has accumulated and prevent it from reaching levels that will block the pipe or damage it. Regular sewer line maintenance keeps the home’s sewer drain system working properly while limiting the possibility for malfunctions and costly repairs. This is a key step in protecting the condition of your sewer pipes, as it can help them last longer.
Sewer Backup
Warning Signs Your Sewer Lines Need Cleaning
Homeowners should routinely inspect their home’s plumbing system for any signs that sewer line routine maintenance or cleaning is required.
The most common signs that your sewer lines need cleaning are:
- Raw sewage backing up into tubs, toilets, sinks, and other drains.
- Odors coming from drains, especially if the smells are becoming more pronounced.
- Pooling water around the floor drains in the basement and elsewhere.
- Water backs up in tubs and showers while the washing machine runs.
- Water damage to floors, walls or ceilings
- Slow drainage throughout the home.
- Frequent drain clogs.
- Unusual, lush patches in your lawn
- A Sudden rodent problem
- Gurgling noises from pipes.
Clogs & Sewer Line Backups
Either can occur due to reasons such as intrusion from tree roots, grease buildup in the drain lines, and bellied piping that has formed from soil shifting.
Prevention is everything! Helpful hints in avoiding a clog:
- Only allow human waste and toilet paper to go down your toilets; all other waste should be discarded to the trash.
- Use protective hair catchers over the bath/shower drains.
- Cooking oils and grease should Never be allowed down a drain, empty into a container and throw it out with the trash.
- Throw out the following food particles in the trash – Eggshells, pasta, rice, celery, coffee grounds, or any bones of any kind will disrupt your garbage disposal and clog your kitchen sink.
- Lint-cater, the dirt and debris in your washing machine often will go into the water line and clog.
What To Do If You Have Drainage Issues?
At Sal Manzo Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, we provide protection for your home and your budget. Call the Sal Manzo Team today, and we will be on our way.
