Sewage backups quickly turn your space into a disaster zone and need sewage cleanup. It’s a disgusting mess and easily one of many homeowners’ worst nightmares. The last thing you want to come home to or walk into is a sewage mess. 

Knowing your options when sewage cleanup becomes necessary is vital. However, understanding the culprits that make this most likely is just as important. When you know the culprits and you take steps to protect your home, you are far less likely to find yourself in a messy situation. 

In this guide, we share some common culprits and strategies to help you prevent sewage backup from happening. If you do need cleanup, don’t hesitate to call us right away. 

Tree Root Infiltration

Tree roots are one of the most common causes of sewage backups. And the unfortunate thing about tree roots is sometimes you don’t really know they are there until you suddenly have a huge problem in front of you. There are some signs of blockages you can look for, such as gurgling or slow draining, but you need to take steps to prevent blockages. 

Consider having your lines inspected from time to time. Even having the lines cleaned or cleared on occasion may go a long way to prevent tree root blockages. 

Careful What You Flush! 

Flushing wet wipes, feminine products, paper towels, or anything else besides toilet paper can also cause blockages and backups. Those “flushable” wipes may flush down ok, but they don’t dissolve the same way toilet paper does and could lead to a blockage and then a backup. 

The only thing you should flush is the waste and toilet paper. It’s also important to be aware of not trying to force too much toilet paper to flush at once. 

Malfunctions Cause a Mess and Need Sewage Cleanup

Every sewer line has a backup valve that is designed to prevent wastewater from coming into the wrong places. It also should stop backups, but when it fails it can’t do its job. Parts like this valve, the trap, or even old and worn lines can lead to issues that inherently lead to a backup. 

You can’t always prevent these malfunctions, but you can respond quickly when something does fail. Be sure you have a backwater valve properly installed and get it checked from time to time. 

To Prevent Needing Sewage Cleanup, Don’t Clog the Pipes! 

Ok, so you can’t stop every clog, but you can change your practices to make clogs less likely to happen, right? Are you pouring grease down the drain? That’s a big no-no! How often do you clean hair out of the bathtub drain line? This is another common issue that causes clogging. 

These clogs sometimes happen because we just assume the pipes can handle it. In all actuality, the pipes often cannot handle it or build-up will occur over time, eventually leading to a nasty backup. 

Taking small and easy steps could make a huge difference in preventing sewage backup from happening in your space. 

Lean on Redeeming Restoration for Your Sewage Cleanup Needs

Contact Redeeming Restoration today for all your sewage cleanup needs. We are not just any restoration company; we are committed to being there for you during your time of need. At Redeeming Restoration, we understand the chaos that comes with a sewage backup, and we provide more than just a cleanup service. We offer hope to those feeling overwhelmed and lost and work tirelessly to ensure that our clients get the support they need to rebound after disaster strikes.

If you are dealing with a sewage backup, don’t hesitate to call us. Our team of experts has the equipment, knowledge, and experience to handle the job safely and efficiently. Let us take care of the mess so you can focus on returning to normal. Remember, at Redeeming Restoration, we are not just a company; we are rescuers!

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