The most common plumbing issues homeowners face include a slow-draining sink, clogged bath drain, clogged toilet, low water pressure, and dripping faucets, among others. And while clogged drains and other plumbing issues are an inconvenience, there comes a time when they become serious and can even pose health concerns.
The fact is, some plumbing issues go too-long without being addressed. Even though a good preventative measure when it comes to sewer lines is to have them cleaned every 18 to 22 months, and once a year for other home drains, most homeowners only call a plumber once every three years.
So, how do you know you need to call a professional for a deep-clean? Here are a few clear signs:
- Water Won’t Drain
- Multiple Drains Are Clogging
- Bad Odors Coming from the Drain
- Flooding
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Water Won’t Drain
After multiple plunges or Drano attempts to fix a pipe that won’t drain, it is best to call-in a plumber. If water begins to sit stagnant – or worse, continues to swell – it is usually pointing to one thing: a severe blockage.
If this is in fact the case, your pipes are likely experiencing uncharacteristic pressure, which can affect the joints and seals of your pipes, as well, and will need to be inspected. For toilet water that won’t drain or is taking too long, there can be a blockage in its drain pipe or even in the main line; this particular problem will require a serious drain cleaning!
Multiple Drains Are Clogging
A clog every now and then is not uncommon. However, if you notice a drain or several drains in your home clogging, you might have a bigger problem on your hands, such as a blockage deep in your main drain that is causing other branches to experience back-ups.
Branch lines run inside walls, floors, and ceilings, which puts your home at risk if water is collecting in the pipes and unable to go anywhere. A plumber can find the source of the clog that is causing the blockage and backup, then proceed with dislodging the blockage that will also relieve the pressure in your home’s pipes.
Bad Odors Coming from the Drain
Odors in your sink or shower drains are not only unpleasant, they are often a bad sign. Clogs and build-up in your pipes trap air, which then result in air pockets that release and carry smells of anything trapped in your pipes upward. If the clog is supposedly cleared but the smell persists, have a professional take a look.
Most of the time, decaying food in your kitchen sink or a clog in your shower drain are the culprits. In more serious cases, a bad odor can be an indicator of tree roots that have grown into your pipes, or even leaking water supply lines that have caused mold growth.
Don’t play guessing games! A drain cleaning professional can quickly assess and determine the stinky source of the problem.
Flooding
If you discover puddles or pools of water on your home’s floor – in the kitchen, bathroom, or other areas – or even in your yard, you are looking at a flooding situation. And flooding from your home’s waterways is likely anything but a simple leak.
The truth is that flooding is often caused by intense pressure from a clog or leak that has caused a pipe to burst. You will want to address this immediately not only to minimize water damage, but also to ensure you don’t have waste water (from your toilet pipes and sewer) entering your home, which is a serious risk to your health.
Green Group has the best mechanics to solve your plumbing issues along with the best tools and equipment to help us thoroughly inspect and diagnose the causes of plumbing issues.
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