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What is a Sewer Backup?
Sewer backup is a common problem we see all the time, and it leads to major headaches for homeowners and businesses. If you notice sewer water backup, it needs to be addressed immediately to prevent damage and reduce the risk of health hazards from sewage exposure. When sewer pipes break down or become clogged, sewer water may build up in your basement and drain pipes, leading to costly repairs and damage to your floors, electrical system, and valuables. If left untreated, water from sewer backup can lead to mold in your home or business.
Causes of Sewer Backup
Sewer backups are caused by problems with either your property’s sewer service lateral line, which connects to the city’s main, or issues with the city’s sewer mainline. Below are some of the most common causes of sewer backup to watch for:
- Clogged Sewer Pipes: A backup of materials in your sewer pipes prevents wastewater to properly flow through your lateral pipe and into the municipal sewer line. Clogged pipes is a common problem caused by a buildup of food waste, hair, coffee grounds or other materials flushed down the drain.
- Tree Roots: Over time, roots from trees and shrubs can work their way into your sewer line and cause leaking and damage to the pipes. Older homes that have pipes made of PVC, cast iron, or clay are particularly susceptible to damage from roots.
- Aging Pipes: Pipes naturally crack with time and require repair or replacement. If you own an older property, make sure you understand what material your pipes are and when they were last replaced.
- Main Line Blockages: Municipal sewer lines are subject to the same wear and tear as your lateral pipe and will experience clogging or buildup from time to time. If this happens, it typically affects multiple houses in your neighborhood and will require a city employee to assess the cause and extent of damage.
Call Utah Flood Cleanup for Your Sewage Cleanup in Utah
Damage from overflowing sewage is an emergency. The elements in the waste and sewage pose as serious health risks. Because of the nature of sewage damage, any cleanup should be handled by a professional, whether the problem is inside or outside your home. Contact us today at (801) 416-2666 and receive a complimentary phone consultation! Utah Flood Cleanup is a team of customer advocates who prioritize your safety. Our technicians and professional staff are here around the clock to help you get through a severe home disaster. Our sewage cleanup solutions are the best in the business and are safe and reliable.- FREE phone consultation
- FREE home inspection for insurance-covered water damage events
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What Kinds of Polluted Water Can We Help Remove?
Below are examples of the types of contaminated water that can affect your home through faulty plumbing systems:- Gray water: This is also known as sullage and generally defined as wastewater. This is water that is generated from washed hands in face basins, showers, and baths, which is then recycled for secondary use (for example, toilet flushing, constructed wetlands, and landscape irrigation). Gray water can also include water discharge from dishwashers, laundry machines, and kitchen sinks.
- Black water: More unsanitary than gray water, black water contains harmful bacteria and fungi. Black water generally comes from sources such as flushed toilets.
- Clean water: This refers to water that has backed up, but does not pose an immediate or substantial threat to humans or animals. This type of backup originates from a tub or sink that accidently overflows, broken water lines, or water leaking from appliances. Without timely treatment, clean water can quickly develop into gray water or black water.
How to Prevent Sewer Backups
Many property owners incorrectly assume that the city will bear the costs of sewer backup, but this is not always the case. Unless damage is due to a city main blockage or pipe breakdown, homeowners bear the responsibility of costs related to pipe repair or home damage. It’s a good idea to check your insurance plan to ensure coverage before problems occur since many policies do not cover flood damage to your home or business.
Best Practices for Preventing Sewer Backup in Your Home
- Avoid pouring materials down your drains that can lead to clogging. This includes grease, butter, and bacon grease as well as foods like coffee grounds, eggshells, and raw flour
- Avoid flushing paper towels, diapers, wipes, or other paper products
- Switch to plastic pipes to prevent tree or shrub roots from growing into your sewer line
- Ask the city to inspect your sewer main for illegal plumbing connections
- Regularly clear debris from gutters and downspouts and make sure they are not connected to your sanitary sewer line
What are the benefits of professional sewage cleanup and removal services?
Your Utah Flood Cleanup experts have the tools and equipment to effectively eliminate the sewage backup problem. Our team has been specially trained and certified to extract sewage from outside or inside the home. Attempting to clean up a sewage problem on your own can lead to health issues from direct contact to the sewage or from prolonged exposure to the bacteria and other debris left behind. Our specialists will safely remove and dispose of the sewage. This will not only ensure the safety of those in your home, but it will also ensure that others don't come in contact with the waste. We will make sure that all property infected by the sewage leak is properly treated. This includes bedding, furniture, and any additional items that may have been in contact with the contaminated water. Using a professional sewage cleanup service will provide the peace of mind that allows you and your family to feel safe and confident when you return to your home. Is your home suffering from severe sewage backup? Get professional sewage cleanup and removal services when you call today at (801) 416-2666.