Sewer System Backup

SEWER SYSTEM BACKUP

Sewer system backups have several common causes, including:

• aging sewer systems giving out;
• combined stormwater and raw sewage plumbing systems becoming overloaded by rain and flooding back into basements;
• tree roots in search of moisture cutting into pipes;
• temperature fluctuations causing pipes to crack and burst.

When the sewer system backs up into your house, it can cause unpleasant odors and messes. Sometimes, a backup happens without warning after a major flood. Other times, there are subtle warning signs like sewage odors; backups in your toilet or sink or tub drains, gurgling sounds from your drain; and water accumulating around the drain on your basement floor.

If you find yourself in this situation, do not hesitate to call Custom Plumbing right away for the help of one of our expert plumbers.

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