Sewer Backup Prevention

5/10/2020 (Permalink)

A sewer backup can be costly and extremely stinky! SERVPRO of Springfield is here to help you with your restoration needs. We specialize in cleaning and sanitizing after water and sewer damage. We want to help you avoid catastrophe so we have put together a few tips to help you in preventing what would inevitably be a huge mess.

• Maintaining your sewer lines is key. Contact a plumber or specialist to do a routine inspection on your system to be sure it is running properly.
• Roots can wreak havoc on your sewer lines. Locate your property’s lateral to ensure your line is not at risk of being interrupted by shrub or tree roots. If you find a potential issue, hire a professional to trim the roots or you could replace the line with plastic pipes.
• As a general rule, avoid flushing anything other than toilet paper. Most products are not designed to deteriorate fast enough and will eventually clog the lines.
• Avoid allowing any sort of grease or oils down your kitchen sink. These substances will solidify and cause your pipes to clog.

Please know, if you do find yourself in a situation where you are dealing with a water or sewer backup, you are not alone. Call us 24/7 365 days a year and we will be there for you and with you to help you through it step by step.