If you ever find water backing into your tub, sink or toilet, your sewer likely has a problem. But what problem could it possibly be? Three common problems might be affecting your sewer at any given time:
1. A Drain Blockage
This happens to be the most common cause of problems for your sewer. If you find that nearly every drain in your home works perfectly and only your tub, sink or toilet are backing up, then you probably have an issue with that specific drain. In such situations, you have two options: the first is to contact a professional to clear your drain for you, which will solve the problem a lot quicker and more efficiently. It will, however, set you back in financial terms. It isn’t expensive, however, and you can find plenty of professionals who will do a good job for you at competitive prices.
The other option is to clear the blockage in the drainage yourself. This won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, especially if it involves clearing the toilet drain. You might also have no idea what you are doing in the process. However, if you have sufficient knowledge about drainage systems and are a DIY enthusiast, this is the cheapest way to clear your drainage. However, you will have to avoid harsh chemical drain cleaners.
Most drains end up clogged because they have been used improperly. Toilets, for example, should be used to flush out nothing other than human waste and toilet paper. You might think those face tissues are harmless. But they could potentially block your toilet’s drain. You should never use the toilet to flush away maxi pads or baby diapers. Also, never pour grease down your toilet, tub or sink drains. Grease could easily clog your drains in a heartbeat.
2. Collapsed or Cracked Lines
This is another common cause of problems in many sewers. It is often experienced in sewers with lots of old piping. The old pipes may sometimes begin to crack or collapse under their own weight. Such a problem may be a major repair operation and can sometimes involve digging up parts of your yard. This is not something you should be doing yourself. However, before you sign with a drainage professional, it’s a good idea to ask them if they have no dig technology.
3. Tree Roots
You might think this isn’t a problem if you don’t have any trees growing directly above your sewer line. However, it can still be a problem if you have trees invading your sewer lines. Tree roots can cause severe damage to your sewer lines when they grow around and crush them. They can also grow into the sewer pipes, causing clogs and disgusting backups.
To inspect for tree roots, you will have to contact a drainage professional to look at the pipe and find out if any trees are invading the lines. Many offer video inspection services, which allow you to make an informed decision on the necessary sewer repairs.
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