Sewer System Backup Services for Home Owners in Amarillo, TX

Signs You Have a Residential Sewer System Backup

With our busy lives, sometimes it proves challenging to know when your home may have a sewer system problem until the issue gets too obvious and expensive. Our plumbing team wants to catch your sewer system problems early on while they are more affordable and easier to fix. To help, Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Amarillo has prepared some common sewer system backup warning problems to help you contact us early on in the process, including the following:

• Pools of water around your basement’s floor drain
• Multiple drains backing up in your home
• Water backing up from toilets, showers, or sink drains
• Strong odors coming from your home’s drains or outdoor areas
• Drain backup combinations that involve a toilet
• Gurgling noises coming from your toilets or drains

Comprehensive Solutions for Sewer Line Tree Root Invasions

Tree roots are often to blame for intruding your home’s sewer pipes. When your pipes develop leaks or condensation, tree roots have a way of finding them while searching for nourishment. Tree roots can slip in through tiny cracks in sections of pipe, as well as holes or separations. Once tree roots find a water source, their roots will continue to grow. After new roots infiltrate your pipes, the holes will become larger and clog your system before your pipe eventually bursts. Some signs that you have tree roots clogging your sewer lines include backups in your bathtubs or toilets, gurgling noises coming from toilets, bathtubs that do not drain properly, and a lack of water in the toilet bowl. Our professional plumbers offer multiple solutions for tree root invasions, including:

• Hydro Jetting – This long-term solution cleans pipes using pressurized water jets. Our plumbers thoroughly scour sewer lines, removing grease build-up, debris, and tree roots.
• Pipelining – Our team resolves sewer line damage using this permanent solution to line and seal your sewer pipes using a sleeve to eliminate water leakage. Pipelining is an effective solution for avoiding trenching and demolishing any structures or walls.
• Maintenance – Routine preventative maintenance is a great way to save time, money, and hassle. Our expert plumbers offer sewer and plumbing inspections and drain cleaning services that will help prevent grease and other types of debris from building up in your pipes. Sewer line maintenance is an excellent way to prevent tree roots from wreaking havoc on your pipes.
• Rooter Work & Drain Cleaning – Our experts will start by punching through the invading tree roots and then clear out your sewer line, so it functions properly. We will then check the extent of the tree root problems and recommend permanent solutions.

Schedule Sewer System Backup Service Today

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Amarillo encourages you to contact us immediately at the first sign of a sewer system backup. We can answer any questions you have about sewer backup prevention systems and your sewer backup prevention system cost. Contact us today to schedule service or request a job estimate.

If you're curious about our services and want to understand what you can anticipate when choosing us for your project, we're here to provide answers to some frequently asked questions:

How Can I Prevent a Sewer Back-up?   

To avoid sewer blockages, it's essential to conduct regular inspections and promptly deal with any issues. This may include regularly checking your pipes and remaining alert for any indications of trouble within your system. The experts at Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Amarillo are highly skilled in this regard, with years of experience in assisting individuals in keeping their plumbing systems in top-notch condition by addressing issues before they escalate.

Can I Get Sick From a Sewer Back-up? 

Sewage releases physical, airborne contaminants that can make you sick. If you are experiencing cramping, vomiting, fever, or other abnormal symptoms, this could be from exposure due to a sewer backup. It's essential to get checked by a healthcare provider so you can treat the symptoms immediately.

What Should I Do When a Sewage Back-up Happens? 

When you start experiencing plumbing problems in your home, you should call for help immediately. Our professionals at Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Amarillo are ready to take on any issues you're experiencing and provide healthy solutions at the drop of a dime. 

How Do I Clean After a Sewer System Back-up?

If there is sewage in your home from a backup, you should take a few steps to ensure all aspects of your place are thoroughly cleaned. You should always wear a mask and gloves so no waste gets on you. When removing the sewage, you should use a wet/dry vacuum to clean up the mess completely. Any drywall or flooring that has absorbed the sewage must be cut out, and all areas should be cleaned with disinfectant products. 

Can Heavy Rain Cause a Sewer Back-up?

When a storm comes through, it can cause heavy flooding that runs down into sewer systems. This creates an increased flow that can overwhelm sewer systems, causing them to back up with sewage. The reason is that there is no place for the waste to go since there is an insurmountable amount of water in the systems. 

Who Should I Call When a Back-up Happens? 

Several factors can damage the pipes carrying waste away from your home. This damage can result from tree roots intruding into the pipes or from flushing items down the toilet that shouldn't be there. Regardless of the cause, it's essential to call a professional to fully address the issue at hand. This will save you in additional maintenance and unwanted costs down the road.