4 Signs Your Sewer Line is Clogged

Clogged drains can be very frustrating, but a clogged sewer line is worse because all drains become blocked when this happens. Your sewer line is responsible for safely transporting all of your home’s wastewater from your residence to keep your home safe and healthy.

When your home’s sewer line becomes clogged, all of the wastewater leaving your home gets backed-up in your main sewer pipe exiting your home. These clogs can cause sewage backflow and other plumbing emergencies if left untreated, which makes being able to identify a sewer line clog very important. Here at Hammond Services, we care about the health and safety of your home, so we are here to educate and inform so you understand what to look for. If you experience any of the problems mentioned below, you need to call a plumbing professional.  

Clogged or Slow Sinks, Bathtubs, or Showers

Typically, a single clogged drain is considered relatively minor, but multiple clogged drains indicate a more serious issue is occurring. If your sink and shower drains are slow or completely backed up, you most likely have a sewer clog.

Strange Sounds & Odors

Can you hear gurgling or bubbling sounds coming from your sink or shower drains after you flush the toilet? Do your drains emit a foul sewage smell? These are common signs of a sewer line clog and need to be addressed right away.

Clogged Toilets

The occasional toilet clog is totally normal, but if you are constantly reaching for the plunger, something is wrong. The issue is especially serious if your toilet overflows often.

Water Backs Up When Using Plumbing Fixtures

When your sewer line is clogged, wastewater is blocked by the clog when it is trying to leave. This can often result in the wastewater coming back up through different drains in your home when you use your plumbing fixtures.