The plumbing system in your home is incredibly important, and when things go wrong, you need to know when it’s time for professional help. Sometimes, the smallest issues can turn into major plumbing emergencies. 

Slow Drains

If a single drain in your home runs slow, it’s usually an early warning sign of a bigger problem. However, if more than one drain in your house starts running slow, it could mean that the main sewer line has become partially or fully clogged. A plumber is needed to resolve this issue.

It may not be possible to fix the problem independently, depending on what caused the clog. You can dissolve a partial blockage caused by soap scum or hair. If the problem is with the main sewer, it’s best to call a professional.

Another common reason multiple drains may run slowly is when tree roots break into the sewer pipe. This can cause several problems, including raw sewage backing up into the home. This serious issue should only be resolved by professionals with experience in handling high-powered water jets that can safely remove even the most stubborn drain clogs without causing any damage to old pipes.

Clogged Toilets

Clogged toilets signify that it’s time to call in a professional. These are a symptom of a deeper problem, often with the sewer line. Sewer line clogs are difficult to fix and require professional services. Clogged toilets can cause wastewater backups in other drains in your home, which is a serious health hazard.

Clogs in the toilet are typically caused by flushing non-flushable items such as paper towels, cotton balls, dental floss, Q-tips, sanitary napkins, and wet wipes. These items are not designed to dissolve in water and can cause a clog that needs to be addressed immediately. This can cause clogging if children launch toys or other objects down the toilet.

You may need to call for emergency rooter service if the basic methods of removing clogs need to be revised. This prevents overflow and a potential disaster that could flood your home and damage walls, flooring, cabinetry, and appliances. A gurgling sound from other parts of the house indicates it’s time to contact a plumber.

Frozen Pipes

If a homeowner turns on their faucet and nothing happens, it could be a sign that a pipe has frozen. Frozen pipes lead to many problems, including flooding and water damage.

This is usually when pipes are exposed and outside temperatures dip below freezing. It’s a good idea to keep a close eye on the weather and have a plumber inspect your home’s insulation to prevent pipes from freezing during cold weather.

You can thaw a frozen pipe by wrapping an electric heating pad around it or turning up the heat in your house. However, if the frozen section of pipe is in an unheated area like the basement or garage or an exterior wall, you should call a plumber immediately.

If the frozen pipe is in a room inside your home, such as your bathroom or kitchen sink cabinet, you can open up the cabinets to help warm the air. You can also use an infrared lamp or space heater. Avoid using blowtorches, kerosene or propane heaters, as these can cause fires.

Sewage Backups

Sewage backups cause serious damage to your home and pose a health threat. If the smell of sewage is infiltrating your house, wastewater is likely clogging and collecting in your sewer pipes. It is very dangerous for your family and you, as the water goes to places where it shouldn’t. A sewage backup is a sign of a clog or break in the main line and requires immediate attention from a plumber.

It’s important to have your home sewer lines inspected regularly to prevent the need for emergency plumbing repair services. You can help by never putting cooking grease down drains and only flushing toilet paper and human waste. You should also avoid throwing items like feminine hygiene products, wipes, paper towels and more into toilets as these can cause clogs. Also, turn off your water supply if you notice the sewage backup. This will help to prevent additional problems until the plumbing problem is fixed.

Water Damage

Seeing signs of water damage in your house should prompt you to call for help immediately. A serious plumbing problem can be identified by leaking pipes, or water-damaged walls or floors. These are signs that a plumber should address the issue immediately. Untreated, these problems can lead to costly property damage or even mold growth which is dangerous for your health.

Emergency rooter service is a quick and effective way to eliminate these problems before they worsen. Water damage also leads to other issues, such as rotting wood, fungus, and compromised foundations in a home. These issues can be hard to notice and cause long-term structural problems in a home.

A serious plumbing problem can be identified by leaking pipes, or water-damaged walls or floors. These are signs that a plumber should address the issue immediately. Untreated, these problems can lead to costly property damage or even mold growth which is dangerous for your health. This will slow the water flow and help you prevent further damage until an emergency plumber arrives.

Samantha

Samantha hails from Virginia and is a proud wife to a retired Deputy Sheriff and mother to two amazing little boys named Jack & William. A veteran product reviewer; Samantha has been reviewing products for 8 years and offers high quality product reviews with original photography.