Signs of Sewer Problems

Thanks to modern developments in sanitation and plumbing, the sewer system in your home is designed to be out of sight and out of mind. Thank goodness, right? In a perfect world, you really aren’t supposed to have to deal with your sewer system at all. Its designed for you to just send waste to it for disposal, and not have to mess with it. This is a really great concept, but it also means that if you do find yourself having to deal with your sewer system then chances are that something went extremely wrong.

If something is wrong with your sewer system, the faster you can get it repaired, the better! If you take care of the problem quickly, you can decrease your odds of doing any further damage (which would cost you extra money!).

Here are some signs that you may have sewer problems and that your sewer system may need to be repaired:

1. Smell. If you’re noticing a bad smell coming up through one of your drains (or multiple drains!) it can be a sign of a problem with your vent system. Your home is designed with a sewer gas vent (these are generally on the roof). The vent allows the gas to escape your home, but if the vent becomes blocked, the gas is forced back through the pipes and into your home. It travels through the pipes and out the drains, resulting in a bad odor in your home.
2. Backflow. Backflow occurs when sewer water moves backwards through the sewer system and up into your home. Because sewer water is not sanitary, it contaminates the pipes it moves back through. If backflow occurs, your whole pipe network has to be cleaned out. Most homes today are built with backflow prevention devices (these are required by law) that will ideally prevent backflow. However, if the one way valve becomes stuck, backflow can still occur.

If you are experiencing either a bad odor in your home or backflow, its imperative that you call an experienced professional immediately! Getting a professional plumber experienced in sewer problems and repair who can help diagnose and fix your sewer system is a must!

Call the experienced professionals at Masterflo today at [callout add_button=”no” button_text=”Learn More” button_url=”#”]

(678) 822-7095

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