What to Do with a Clogged Drain
When you think you have a problem with your water and sewer
systems, it can be a huge source of stress. There are few things worse than not
being able to flush a toilet or use a shower because the entire system is
backed up. We repair water
and sewer systems in Crystal, so we have a few suggestions on how to tell
and what to do if your water and sewer systems are backed up. Some of these
repairs are simple enough that the average person can take care of them. But
for bigger issues, you are going to want to contact the experts here at Gene’s
Water & Sewer.
The biggest sign that there is a problem is if more than one
drain is clogged in your home or if you need to unclog the drains more often
than usual. In order to unclog the main drain of your sewer pipe, you first
have to find it. Usually it’s in your basement or lower level, or it is outside
between the outer wall of your home and your septic tank or city sewer line.
You can use a plumber’s snake to unclog the drain to get
your water and sewer systems back up and running. Insert it into the sewer pipe
and start turning the hand crank to bore into the pipe and through the clog.
You can also use a sewer jetter nozzle on a power washer. These will generally
clear out the clog pretty quickly. Just be sure to wear some eye protection and
rubber gloves.
Of course, for bigger repairs or if you are not sure of how
to properly use a snake or sewer jetter nozzle, you will want to call in the
experts like us.
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