Clearing a clogged drain is a do-it-yourself project most homeowners are willing to chance. But when the clog is deep down in the sewer pipes, it’s better to call a professional New Providence NJ Plumber like Stashluk to get the job done right. Stashluk has video surveillance equipment that we can feed down into your sewer line and quickly inspect the line and identify what is causing the clog. Once we locate the problem, we’ll take the necessary steps to clear it out and get your waste water running in the correct direction once again…out of your home.
Our video technology is also the best way to determine if sewer pipes are damaged or constricted in any way. For example, if you’ve recently had construction done on your New Providence home and there was heavy equipment sitting above the sewer line, the sheer weight of that machinery could have collapsed the sewer pipe. Video will show that.
Sewer clogs happen for many different reasons. And few if any of the following clogs can be cleared by the typical light-duty snakes and chemical clog busters available to most homeowners.
- Invasive tree roots
- Accumulated cooking grease
- Sewer pipe damage
- Foreign objects
- Line sagging
All of the above account for tough clogs. In the extreme, a damaged pipe might require digging up and replacement in order to get the sewer drains flowing freely once again. But in most cases, a power drum machine with a heavy duty snake that can reach far down the sewer line will clear any clog with great results.
Be careful what you flush down the toilet or you will need to call the New Providence NJ Plumber.
If you’re a parent with a toddler, there always exists the outside chance that something that doesn’t belong in the toilet (such as a toy or your makeup brush) might get flushed causing a serious clog that needs immediate attention.
But adults can be just as careless and discard things in the toilet that don’t belong there. Especially with today’s low flow toilets, which use 1.6 gallons or less per flush, there isn’t enough water to carry things like facial tissues, napkins and paper towels the distance without causing a buildup and eventually a blockage in the secondary drain or sewer line.
In addition, if it so happens that your toilet is some distance away from the larger drain line leading to the sewer, even thick toilet paper can be an issue. While it might be more comfy to use, thick toilet paper can clog the secondary drain leading to the sewer. These drain pipes are not as wide as sewer pipes and can be easily clogged by a clump of thick paper.
Pay attention to the signs that your sewer line is about to clog.
The first place where you’re likely to notice trouble brewing in your sewer drain is down in your basement. If you have a basement bathroom listen for weird sounds or behaviors when flushing the toilet. If the water doesn’t flush completely or you hear gurgling sounds coming from a basement bathroom shower or bathtub drain, or laundry tub drain, these could be signs that things are about to come to a very unpleasant halt.
Your basement drains are also where the telltale signs of a serious sewer line backup will be most obvious, such as when water backs up into your toilet or laundry tub or the bathroom sink. If you notice your drains running slower than usual, and you hear odd sounds or notice strange odors, take it as a sign to call Stashluk right away at (908) 277-6200 before there is a serious backup and you wind up dealing with a flooded basement.
How effective are home remedies for removing drain clogs?
If you search how to clear sewer clogs without a snake online, you’ll discover some interesting options that don’t involve hiring a professional. But counting on things like baking soda and vinegar solutions, or sticking a power washer attachment down your clean out, or expecting hot water to dissolve a grease clog are at best wishful thinking. Stashluk has been clearing clogged sewer lines in the New Providence area for more than 70 years. We’ve run into every kind of clog imaginable and are expert at busting through them so our customers can return to a normal life without having to worry about slow running drains and waste water backups.
If you have slow running drains, or if there is an emergency clog you need handled right away, give the New Providence NJ Plumber a call at (908) 277-6200 and we’ll quickly diagnose the problem and get it cleared.
