Sewer Systems

Reading Time: 3 minutes At some point in life, everyone ends up facing plumbing problems within their home. One of the biggest and most troublesome plumbing problems is a clogged sewer main. No matter how big or small the parts of your home’s plumbing system are, if they’re not properly maintained, they can wreak havoc by clogging or completely […]

Reading Time: 3 minutes Imagine you’ve just bought a home for you and your family, only to find out weeks later that there are problems with the main sewer system. Now you’re left with unwanted backups, causing terrible smells throughout your home, and you are stuck with fixing the problem. Inspections are standard procedure when buying a new home […]

Reading Time: 3 minutes Every so often, you get one of those plumbing issues that you just know is linked to a bigger problem. One such problem is a blockage in your main sewer line. If you have ever had this problem, you will know that sinking feeling when you hear a gurgling drain. When you have to wait […]

Reading Time: 3 minutes It’s a homeowner’s worst nightmare: blocked drains, with sewage flowing back up into your sinks and bathtubs. Video drain inspections are just the cure you need for clogged pipes, and they’re well suited for getting your drainage system flowing normally again in the shortest amount of time. Here’s how getting a video drain inspection can […]

Reading Time: 3 minutes Dealing with cracked or broken plumbing pipes can be a major problem. The worst part is, you may not even know until it’s far too late and the damage has been done. Finding a cracked pipe can be quite a nightmare if you don’t have the backing of a professional team like Art Rooter, Sewer […]

Reading Time: 4 minutes Tree roots can cause significant damage to your sewage system without you realizing something terrible is wrong. Tree roots are naturally attracted to plumbing lines. This is because pipes hold the water source that they need, as well as oxygen and nutrients. Roots that find a way into a pipe through a leak will grow […]

Reading Time: 2 minutes Your toilet is one of the most important plumbing features in your home. While regular maintenance will help you avoid at least 80% of common plumbing problems, the other 20% of the time can catch you off guard. Dealing with an overflowing toilet can be one of the more annoying problems because it’s most often […]

Reading Time: 3 minutes Trees and plants contribute to the overall curb appeal of your home. They provide a sense of natural beauty that would look good next to any home. Septic tanks on the other hand are unsightly but a very necessary part of a well-functioning home. Having your garden looking fresh is one thing, but having these […]

Reading Time: 3 minutes Most of us take modern plumbing for granted. We don’t really think about flushing toilets that magically whisk away our waste. It’s probably a good thing that we don’t dwell on the mechanics of contemporary plumbing systems and the sewers that they link to. Here are some interesting facts about sewer systems that may make […]

Reading Time: 2 minutes There’s not much worse than the sound of gurgling in your tub or shower when you flush your toilet. That heavy feeling of dread settles over you because nobody wants sewage in their tub. So, what exactly causes your toilet to back up into your shower or bathtub? The Problem: The Toilet Backs Up A […]