One of the worst things a home or business owner can experience is a sewer backup which then results in wastewater blocking the drain and backing up into the sinks or tubs. For the health and safety of all those who inhabit or visit the house or company, maintaining the cleanliness of your pipes is critical. When the sewer line has a backup for one reason or another, the water is very unsanitary and should not be permitted to remain in the building because it can cause serious illness.
Sewer backups can occur for a variety of reasons, and it is important that those individuals who are having sewer line issues at their home or business contact an experienced plumber such as ours at JBK Plumbers to examine your city sanitary sewer backup, determine the extent of the water damage to your pipe and sewer lines, and resolve your problem so that you no longer have the clog or drain issues.
Many different factors can contribute to sewer backups, depending on the circumstances around which the backup happened. These are some of the most common causes of sewer backups that our skilled plumbers at JBK Plumbers can address for the residents and businesses of Saratoga Springs, Utah:
A sanitary sewer backup can and often does occur due to the age of the sewer lines running beneath the streets of most cities throughout the United States. The pipes of a sewer system are typically made of PVC, cast iron, or clay, and these materials are quite strong. However, they are not meant or expected to last forever. Homes and businesses which are connected to the main sewer or the primary sewer system in the city are at increased risk of sewer backups, overflow, and basement flooding.
Additionally, a city sanitary sewer backup can occur because of damaged sewer pipes. The movement of the earth or insufficient ground support beneath the pipes can cause damage and lead to water damage for the pipes.
There are lots of common items which have caused serious clogs in the drains and pipes of homes and businesses. Flushing the wrong item down the toilet like paper towels or putting something like grease or cooking oil down sink or floor drains can most certainly lead to a blockage in that pipe.
When it comes to your drain, it is best to avoid pouring grease down the drain because grease can solidify in the pipes and can cause a major blockage. Additionally, it is always important to follow instructions that say to not flush something. Items such as paper towels or other paper products, diapers, feminine products down the toilet have been proven to cause major blockages in the plumbing system.
Tree and plant roots are a very common reason that sewer lines have major blockages and other issues in the main sewer. The roots are drawn to the water and nutrients found in the sewer line, especially during a dry season. The roots are also an especially major issue for older homes that have clay pipes running beneath the house and out to the sewer main line. Because clay is susceptible to cracking, the roots can quickly and easily find their way into them and cause damage. It is best to prevent tree roots from taking hold and to prevent sewer backup by allowing a trained plumbing professional to examine your sewer system.
Every sewer line has a certain capacity limit, and when there is heavy rainfall for an extended period of time, that limit is exceeded by the floodwaters. This can wreak havoc with the sewer system and plumbing throughout the entire city. It is not uncommon to find that your sewer line cannot handle the flood and there are backups through drains and into the basement, leading to damage to property.
In some cases, the plumbing problem is not focused on just your sewer line. It may be caused by a blockage in the city sewer main, and drainage has become an issue. A major blockage can result in a sewage backup through the floor drains in your home and even the buildup of standing water if you do not have a sump pump or it is not able to handle the amount of backwater. You must work alongside city officials to get your sewer line and pipe opened back up and any needed repair is done. Homeowners and business owners should pay close attention to what is happening throughout the city to identify if the drainage problem is in the individualized line or spread throughout the area.
The typical signs for homeowners and business owners that they have a serious problem with their sewage systems can range from something mild such as slow drainage caused by a clog all the way up to wastewater backups in the bathroom and spilling onto the floor (wastewater from the toilet spilled onto the floor would require professional sanitation since human waste is a biohazard). Depending on the situation, you may need to have a plumbing professional evaluate the sewer systems in your house or property.
The best way to avoid these backups and clogs in your sewer systems, though, is to simply prevent them from occurring on your property. Here are some of the best ways to prevent sewer backups in your house or business:
If you believe that there is a problem with your sewer line or you are having a sewage backup issue, contact the plumbing professionals at JBK Plumbers in Saratoga Springs, Utah, to properly fix your concerns.
As homeowners or business owners in Saratoga Springs, Utah, it is important that you can trust that you will not have a sewer backup issue. At JBK Plumbers, our plumbing specialists have the knowledge, skills, and experience to help you properly repair any pipe damage you may have in your sewer line and to prevent sewage backup on your property.
Call us today if you have noticed any signs that your sewer may be blocked or clogged. We are happy to provide you an estimate via email or over the phone so that you have an idea of the cost, repair options, and process to properly fix the sewage issue. For any plumbing issues in your Saratoga Springs home or business, contact JBK Plumbers. No one wants to have sewage or hazardous waste on their property, and our plumbers are here to provide you the plumbing assistance you need.