Residential sewer system backups are important to identify when something starts to go wrong. From their overall function to certain smells, there are various signs to remember. Here are symptoms your system needs maintenance or repairs:
Slow Drains
If your sinks, showers, or toilets are draining more slowly than usual, it could be a sign of a partial blockage in the sewer line.
Foul Odors
A strong smell of sewage in your home may indicate that sewage is backing up into your pipes.
Gurgling Sounds
If you hear gurgling sounds from your toilet or drain, it could be a sign of a blockage in the sewer line.
Multiple Clogs
If you're experiencing clogs in multiple drains throughout your home, it may be a sign that the issue lies with your main sewer line.
Water Backups
If sewage is backing up into your home, you may notice water coming up through your drains or toilets.
Cause and Prevention of Backed-Up Sewage System
There are several different factors that can lead to a buildup, such as corroded sewer lines or an object lodged in a pipe. Homeowners need to know what has caused the backup. Once you know the source, you can take further steps to prevent future backups. Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Winnipeg uses precise diagnostic techniques like plumbing video camera inspection to help identify these obstructions.
Some common causes of backups include:
- Tree root intrusion
- Items stuck in pipes
- Improper installation
- Moving earth and soil around a pipe
- Aging or outdated pipes
- City sewer line backups
- Cracked, corroded, or otherwise compromised pipes
Preventing clogs is the most effective way to prevent sewage backups. The first step in avoiding a clogged sewer line is to monitor the types of materials you flush down your drains. Avoid putting fats, grease, oils and fibrous food down your kitchen sink. You should not flush anything other than toilet paper down your toilet and install hair traps in your bathroom sinks and showers.
Another effective way to reduce clogs is to get routine plumbing maintenance services from Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Winnipeg. When you have routine maintenance on your home’s plumbing, our team will monitor your system for clogs that could lead to a backup.
Additional Residential Services
Our experts are well-versed in several skills to repair or replace aspects of your plumbing system. If you need additional residential plumbing services, we are here to help. We are also available for maintenance services when you need them most. Be sure to contact us for any of the following needs:
- Garbage Disposal repair and replacement
- Water Heater Repair and replacement
- Faucet Repair and replacement
- Tub Repair
- Shower Repair
- Sink Repair
- Sump Pump Replacement
