A sewer line directs wastewater away from your home and into the sewer outside. If the drain clogs, the water may overflow into your home. Luckily, sewer and drain cleaning can help prevent the need for expensive repairs and cleaning. Below are a few indications you should contact a professional drain cleaner.

When Is Sewer Drain Cleaning Necessary?

1. Slow Drains

Sometimes water can’t flow from a sink because of excess debris or food waste. However, if you notice water draining slowly in multiple different fixtures—such as bathtubs, toilets, and sinks—throughout your home, your sewer line may have a clog. Although you can use a drain snake or plunger to remove small blockages, these tools cannot reach a clog in the sewer line because it occurs much deeper in the pipe.

2. Strange Odors

Although it isn’t uncommon for odors to rise through your drains occasionally, if it happens consistently or grows worse, there may be a clog in the sewer line. 

3. Water Backup

One of the most apparent side effects of a clogged sewer line is water backing up into fixtures when the toilet flushes. This happens because the toilet water cannot flow past the blockage. Since the water must go somewhere, it pushes into the floor drains, bathtubs and showers. If you notice this, contact a professional drain cleaner immediately.

If you need a professional for drain cleaning, contact Holmes Sewer & Drain in Lincoln, NE. With over 35 years of experience, they provide effective services and excellent customer service. They also use advanced video technology to diagnose and repair drain issues. For more information about the additional services they provide, visit them online. Call (402)-432-6312 to schedule an appointment.