Drain Cleaning and Tree Root Removal

You must have noticed parking lots that have been completely submerged in water. Most of the time, when this happens, it's because there's an issue with a catch basin or storm drain. At Emergency Sewer & Drain Repair, we offer catch basin and storm drain maintenance services.

For a catch basin to continue working effectively, it needs to be cleaned out from time to time. When these basins aren't cleaned and maintained regularly, they can cause pollutants to leak into streams. When clogs form, it can also lead to flooding, which can damage residential and commercial properties.

Whether you're experiencing an issue in a residential or commercial setting, we can provide you with storm drain cleanout services to keep your system running as it should.

A tree's root system is between two and three times longer than the tree's height, which means a countless number of roots have to spread out from one another. These roots search for water and nutrients so they can gather what the tree needs to grow.

Cracks and leaks in your pipes create humidity and moisture, attracting roots looking for a water source. Wastewater is also full of nutrients like phosphorous, which can contribute to a plant's energy unit. Seeking more water and nutrients, the roots enter the pipes and continue growing. As they expand, they fill the line and block water flow. Blockage from tree roots can then damage your sewer system and weaken its structural integrity.

• Slow flowing drains
• Sinkholes
• Collapsed or broken pipes
• Odors

Knowing how to clear roots from drain pipes safely is essential for restoring proper function to a home's drainage system without causing significant damage to the property. At Emergency Sewer & Drain Repair, we perform affordable root removal with minimal impact on the surrounding area. The process involves inspection, removal, and prevention. Further repair or relining may be necessary if the roots did extensive damage.

The idea of using a trap to block water and noxious sewer gases from entering a structure was a good one, but if your plumbing trap gets clogged or malfunctions, it can cause a lot of damage to your home.

Even just a missing sewer trap plug, or cap can allow the sewer gases to escape and enable rodents to enter your home. Root infestations can occur when a tree's roots break through the pipe and clog it, leading to a sewage backup. Yet another potential issue is a trap clog. If your drain gets clogged, sewage can quickly begin backing up.

If you have an older home with a house trap or are currently experiencing issues associated with a house trap, our team can provide you with building trap removal and replacement services.

Many homes built before the 1950s have terra cotta and clay drain traps. Unfortunately, the clay can begin to clog the pipes and lead to a plumbing problem. You may start noticing several signs that you have a house trap requiring removals, such as a sewer gas scent, flooding, and even sewage backups in your home.