Do you suspect a main line sewer stoppage? A main line sewer stoppage, or sewer drain clog as it’s also called, is a serious issue. It is considered a top plumbing emergency! A main line stoppage occurs in the main sewer line that connects your home plumbing to either a septic tank or your city’s municipal sewer system. If this line becomes clogged, gray, or used water from your home drain system begins to back up and will eventually start to seep back through your drains in any way possible. It can also be extremely hazardous to you and your family for a multitude of reasons, such as bacteria and water damage. So if you suspect a sewer drain clog, you need to get it cleared immediately!s.
The most common sign of a sewer clog is the back up of multiple fixtures in your home at the same time. Normally you will notice it first with your toilets, since they have a direct path to the sewer, but also in your tubs and showers since they sit lower than any sinks and other fixtures in your home.
Another common sign of sewer stoppages are strange reactions that occur when using certain fixtures in your home. For example, if you flush the toilet and your tub or shower drain backs up; If you turn on the bathroom sink and you see bubbles in the toilet or the toilet begins to fill; Or if you run your washing machine and when it begins to drain, nearby toilets overflow or you notice a back up in other nearby fixtures.
There are many causes of main line stoppages, but the following are some of the most common:
- Years of built-up, sludge, grease and grime
- Foreign objects that easily become obstructions
- Growing tree roots spreading through the pipes
- Broken or dislocated pipes
To clear a sewer drain clog though, you will need a sewer drain snake. I recommend calling a professional plumber, a professional plumber has the tools not only to unclog your sewer, but to also check for the cause and completely clear the pipes so the problem does not persist.
