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Possible Causes for Sewer Backups
- Clogged Sewer Lines
- Tree Roots Growing in Sewer Lines
- Cracked or Collapsed Sewer Lines
- Gutters, Downspouts and Sump Pumps
- Routed into Sewers
- Problems with City Sewers
Signs of Sewer Backups
- Several drains are clogged, drain very slowly or are backing up
- Your drains smell bad, especially when you run water in other rooms
- Water gurgles in the sink when you flush the toilet or use the shower
- Your yard is soggy or smelly
Tips for Preventing a Sewer Backup
- Never pour fats, oils, celery or coffee grounds down the drain, even if you have a garbage disposal
- Avoid putting so-called "flushable" bathroom wipes in the toilet
- Never flush disposable diapers or hygiene products down the toilet
- Use a hair catcher in showers and bathtubs
- Never hook up gutters or downspouts to sanitary sewers
- Have your sewer line cleared every 3–5 years to remove clogs and build-up
- Have your sewer line inspected every 6–10 years to check for cracks and wear
- Install floating backflow drain plugs in open floor drains
- If you have had several sewage backups before, you may want to install either a backwater valve or an overhead sewer system.