Share:

The last thing anybody wants to deal with in their home is a problem with sewage. It's foul and messy and requires the help of an expert plumber. Therefore, the sooner you identify a clog in your sewer pipes, the better. To help you do that, here are some of the key signs your main sewer line is blocked.

How to Tell You Have a Clogged Sewer Line

1. Multiple Drains Are Backing Up

When a main sewer line is clogged badly enough to require professional help, you'll notice that more than one drain is backing up. A single backed-up drain is usually just a localized problem. However, if your tub and sink are both not draining, or if you smell the unpleasant odor of waste wafting from more than one drain, the problem likely lies with the sewer line. 

2. Sewage in Floor Drains

Plumber in Rochester, NY For water and sewage produced by your home, the sewer line is the sole avenue of escape from the plumbing system. When it is clogged, sewage has no place to exit, so it simply backs up along the pipes until it finds another place to exit. In many cases, this is the floor drain(s) in your basement. If you don't call a plumber quickly enough after a sewer line clog, foul, odoriferous waste may start discharging into your basement. It's awful in any situation, but it's worse if your basement is finished with carpeting, drywall, and furniture.

3. Toilet Noises

Household toilets are most directly connected to the sewer main, so problems often appear there first. Take note of problems when flushing—such as gurgling noises or trouble getting rid of waste. Similarly, if the toilet bubbles or makes unusual sounds when other fixtures are running—for instance, when someone is showering or when the clothes washer drains—contact a plumber to have them inspect the sewer line for blockage.

 

For help with a clogged sewer line, contact Empire Heating & Air Conditioning, a respected plumber and HVAC contractor in Rochester, NY. They are locally owned and operated and have been serving Monroe County for 50 years. They handle everything from clogged drains to furnace repair. Visit their website to submit a contact request or call (585) 325-6768 to schedule 24/7 emergency service.

tracking