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May 17
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The Unhealthy and Stinky Clogged Sewer Line – FIXED!

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If you’ve ever had to deal with a blocked sewer line, you’d have a good idea of what we’re talking about. A small problem can quickly become a big one, if not properly handled, and not something you can ignore and deal with later.

Depending on how your home is built, the problem before you can either be bad or a complete nightmare to deal with.

If your home has a basement or a crawl space, the problem can be dealt with much easier. If your home is on a slab (no crawlspace or basement) you may not have any access to the main sewer line of the house, and this is where hydro jetting is a must!

When you contact a plumber for a clogged drain or sewer line, it’s important to contact an expert plumber that’s well equipped to handle whatever situation they may face.

Calling a local plumber that may not have the advanced equipment and capabilities to deal with the problem at hand may cause you to pay two different plumbers to get one problem taken care of.

HydroJetting a Clogged Sewer Line

hydrojetting a sewer line Hydrojetting is a blessing when clearing stinky messes! Hydro jetting is an advanced plumbing process where high pressure of water’s steam is passed through the main sewer line in order to unclog all the blockage.

The process is exceptionally beneficial when clearing out clogged drains and sewer lines in tough to reach areas and homes with no crawlspace.

The hydrojetting process minimizes out of pocket costs, and expensive repairs without causing any damage to the pipes or surrounding areas.

Can I clear the clogged sewer line myself?

While we always promote proper maintenance and DIY ideas for homeowners, unclogging a sewer line or a drain is something you really should leave up to an expert plumber why?

Unclogging a blockage in a pipe is something that’s unseen, an expert plumber is well equipped with the proper gear needed to see inside the pipes such as a plumbing video camera inspection system which will pinpoint the cause of the issue.

Our sewer line experts in San Mateo are capable of conducting tests that unmask any breaks in the sewer line before they work on them. Digging around in an unseen area can cause new damage or further damage to an existing break. This will end up costing you more time and money.

With clogged drains and clogged sewer lines, a fast, professional response is a must. Our Bay Area plumbing company has been serving the surrounding areas since 1989.

We take great pride in providing our residential clients a team of professional plumbers that can handle the smallest plumbing emergencies but always well equipped for the biggest plumbing disaster 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Apr 16
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Sewer Line Problems – Tips To Avoid Tree Roots in the Sewer Line

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The most common clogged sewer line repairs are the results of tree roots finding their way into the sewer line. It seems almost impossible to avoid this situation underground, but here are some tips to help you avoid costly sewer line repairs.

Although Express Plumbing specializes in sewer line problems and repairs, we believe prevention is the best policy and this is one of the reasons we are the #1 referred sewer line experts in San Mateo and all Bay Area cities.

Locate Your sewer line

It’s best practice to know exactly where the lines are in your yard and around your home, before you start digging or planting. Homeowners and business owners can easily find the exact location of underground utilities by contacting the local public works department or the national “Call Before You Dig” 811 number.

Choose Sewer Line Safe Plants

If you’re planning on planting around your home, and you’ve located your sewer lines, try to choose plants that are safe for your sewer line and do not have expanding and overgrowing roots that will reach the distance. Limit the amount of plants you place close to your sewer line location to avoid sewer line plumbing problems.

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Here are a few trees to avoid placing over your sewer system.

Australian acacias
Ash
Beech
Birch
Cypress
Elm
Eucalyptus
Maple
Mesquite
Mulberry
Pepper Tree
Poplar
Sycamore
Willow

If roots have already invaded your sewer line, you may have a problem that needs addressing immediately. Sometimes the roots from a neighbor’s home will encroach onto your sewer line and this will require you to work closely with the neighbor to address the problem.

Catch Sewer Line Problems Early

sewer line camera inspection Clogged drains happen all the time and for different reasons, but if you notice you’re having a continuous problem with drains clogging, it may be time to look closer and avoid a bigger plumbing problem.

Frequent Overflowing toilets are also another sign that it may be time to have a regular sewer line inspection done.

Our San Mateo plumbers perform sewer line repairs in the Bay Area frequently. We also help many homeowners avoid costly sewer line repairs by providing a sewer line inspection service.

It’s important to know what’s lurking in your sewer lines and a video camera inspection can help us catch small plumbing problems before they become a serious plumbing emergency.