Dr.Pipe Ottawa: How To Find Out If You Have A Clogged Sewer

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Chances are that you take your plumbing system for granted – even if you are not aware of the fact that you are doing it. Here are just a few of the common symptoms and causes of a clogged sewer. This should allow you to have a better understanding of what is happening underneath your home.

The Most Common Symptoms

There are a number of different symptoms to having a clogged sewer. These are just a handful of the different factors that you should be aware of:

Strange Reactions When Using Fixtures – If you believe that you have a sewer drain clog, look for unusual or unexpected reactions when using plumbing fixtures. You might have a clogged shower if flushing the toilet causes backup in your shower or tub for example. Perhaps you hear the toilet start to bubble whenever you run your toilet water, which is another indicator.
Multiple Clogged Fixture – If more than one single plumbing fitting is backing up at the same time, it is one of the more common signs of a sewer drain clog. The usual culprits are toilets, showers, and tubs.

The Common Causes Of A Clogged Sewer

There are many different reasons that you might have a problem with a clogged sewer. These are just a selection of the most common reasons:

Debris – Debris such as objects, paper products, or toilet paper can cause a serious clog in your toilet. Toilet paper can catch onto obstructions. Over time, this debris can result in a major clog.
Grease, Fats And Oil – It is never a good idea to pour grease, fats and oil down the drain, you should always pour it into a coffee can and throw it away after it solidifies. Some people assume that hot water is going to help the grease move down the drain rather quickly. This is not the case, because it will stick to your pipes once the grease cools off.
Tree And Shrub Roots – Some of the older sewer lines were made out of porous materials such as clay. As trees and shrub roots continue to grow, they seek out water sources. They can grow into the pipe as they latch onto a sewer pipe. They can continue to grow into the pipe, eventually clogging the channel to the point where no water is going to flow.
Broken Pipes – The sewage is unable to drain properly if the sewer pipes are broken or ruptured. Other common causes include the type of materials used in construction, increased traffic on the ground above, and ground movement.

If you believe that you may have a problem with a clogged sewer, call the professionals at Dr. Pipe Drain and Plumbing to come take care of the problem. That way, you can be sure that you have quality service at a fair price for your plumbing issues.

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Testimonials

Trenchless Sewer Pipe

I received two quotes for my plumbing. The quote from Dr. Pipe was good, but what I really appreciated was the fact that the professionals at Dr. Pipe took their time to look at the issue, do the research, and actually SHOW me the problem in real-time. The other company never did give me an exact quote, and I was quite worried about potential “unexpected costs.” Both Max and the rest of his crew were extremely professional, kept the area as neat and tidy as possible, and cleaned up after they were done. Despite the fact that I was not actually onsite during the entire three-day process, I felt comfortable enough to give them a key to the property. When someone actually came and took something from the property (I was expecting them to), Max actually called my private number and asked me whether this was OK. I would highly recommend the services of Dr. Pipe.

Rick S.

Backed-Up Drain

It is not often that a plumbing company is able to save you 10,000 dollars. We had experienced a serious drain backup and received quotes from five different drain and plumbing specialists. These included some of the more popular local names, and a few that received a very high ranking on HomeStars. Most of them scoped the drain and told me all the root issues and the critical deficiencies that would continuously lead to problems. They suggested that that we crack the floor, replace the drainpipe, and have the pipe from the front lawn excavated, I would be looking at around $5-10k!

Max did the same exact research that these other companies did, but he told me that the drain was not deficient at all; in fact, it had many more years left! I know that Max was honestly biting his tongue when we discussed what these other companies had said. He rooted the drain (very fast) and there has not been a single issue with our pipes since.

Grant

Drain Replacement, Backflow Valve, Sump Pump, Etc.

When I woke up this morning, I was not expecting my basement to have transformed into a full-blown lake. One of our neighbors recommended Dr. Pipe. Our neighbors had needed to replace some of the drains under their home and also recently had a backwater valve installed.

Max came to us and talked about the quote. One of the great things about the discussion was that he took his time and explained everything to me. I remember that Max took the time to make sure that both my partner and I were on the same page and understood everything.

I really want to be honest and admit that I was not particularly friendly that day, I had already received three different quotes, and I just wanted the work to get started. We still decided to go with Max’s company, despite the fact that we already had several other quotes. It was not just about money that we were going to pay, it was about quality, it was about trust, it is about wanting to give my business to a company that wanted ME as a customer.

I can tell you that both Max and his crew came across as polite, clean, honest, and reliable. They were extremely pleasant to work with. The quality of the work that they delivered is excellent, and it certainly added value to the home. Even our insurance rates went down because of the quality work.

It is extremely comforting to know that I have peace of mind the next time that the rain comes down. During the last late-fall storm, it was extremely comforting to hear the sump pump turn on, that sound really allows you to sleep soundly at night.

I have no doubt that the pipes are going to be fine once the tree roots are growing and the snow melts. It is comforting to know is that even if they are not fine, I know that Max is going to be a phone call away to help me set things right. I would honestly be shocked if Max somehow did not uphold the warranty that we have. Honestly, that is the level of trust that we have in Max.

Max

Drain Work and Sump Pump Installation

Max was the first person to respond to our call for help after our basement flooded. He was quick in determining what the root of the issue was, and fixed the problem quickly. In addition to finding the issue, he also showed us a (potential) issue in our sanitary and storm water drains. He managed to find the possible issue with the drain-camera in a quick amount of time.

Max was courteous and professional when it came to helping us find future issues as well. He helped us alleviate concerns about future problems, thanks to his professional explanation. I have to admit I was also pleasantly surprised by the work of his crew. They cleaned their area thoroughly each time as well. Now I know that extensive repairs are never going to be cheap, but I have to admit I was pleasantly surprised at how reasonable the pricing was. Max even helped us fill out the necessary paperwork to file for our basement flooding prevention subsidy.

Stewart

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