Sewer line backups are caused by an obstruction in your sewer line or the local sewage system. When experienced regularly, Joe Klosterman Plumbing in Cincinnati, OH, suggests installing a sewer backflow prevention device. Since 1983, these professional plumbers have been helping homeowners unclog sewer lines with their drain cleaning equipment, thus preventing sewage backflow and protecting houses from water damage.

The Cause of Sewage Backups

Most sewage backups are caused by a clog in the sewer line. When too much solid waste is trapped in a waste water system, it creates an obstruction and prevents any liquid or solids from passing through. Usually caused by materials flushed, these clogs result in sewage backing up into people’s plumbing systems in their homes and businesses. Unfortunately, more often than not this leads to property damage, as well as the possibility of exposing your family to dangerous raw sewage. Also, tree roots can invade your outside sewer pipeline causing backups which would require augering out, and possibly replacing a section of sewer line.

How to Fix a Sewage Backup

If you’re experiencing chronic sewage backups, it’s crucial to contact your local plumber as soon as possible for a long-term solution. After inspecting your plumbing, they can unclog the sewer line, allowing liquids and solids to flow freely in the sewer to the local water treatment plant. To permanently prevent a backup from occurring again, you can request a sewer backflow prevention device, which allows wastewater to exit your home while prohibiting any substance from entering.

Communities can help prevent sewage backups by ensuring property owners are flushing organic, biodegradable items down the toilet and into drains. To learn more about the plumbers at Joe Klosterman Plumbing, call (513) 941-6766 or visit them online for a complete list of services. You can also find the company on Facebook.