Common Causes of Sewer Backups in Florida

21sep 2020
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A sewer backup in your home can create a stressful and emotional situation for the homeowner in Bonita Springs, Bradenton, Cape Coral, Englewood, Fort Myers, Longboat Key, Naples, Marco Island, Sarasota, Siesta Key, and Venice, Florida.   In some cases, it may cause health and safety concerns as well as significant property loss.  A proper response to a sewer backup in Florida can greatly minimize property damage and diminish the threat of illness.


Problems Caused by Sewage Water 

During sewage contamination, water will quickly flow to the areas of least resistance, seeping within cracks of walls, floors, and ceilings. When trying to clean the mess yourself, it’s difficult to reach those hidden areas that can later result in strong odors and permanent damage if not addressed properly.

When sewage water contains a number of biohazards, the water also poses health and safety threats. This is why it’s important to leave the cleanup process to the professionals and avoid all contact with the area.


Professional Sewage Backup Cleaning Service in Florida 


If you are experiencing a sewer backup, call ServiceMaster by Wright immediately. Whether it's a sewer backup from a breakdown in the neighborhood sewer system or water runoff from a storm, we respond with the right tools, expert training, and sewage damage cleanup techniques to remove the hazards and water from your home and repair the damages.


What Our Experts Do: 

Our experts follow proven steps to repair sewer backups and flood damage, which are:
  • Removal of sewage and water
  • Removal of contaminated furnishings, carpet and flooring, and when necessary, other surfaces that have been exposed to potential contamination
  • Use of professional-grade air movers to ventilate and dry the area
  • Cleaning and sanitizing of the area to prevent the spread of microbes that may cause disease or sickness, and when necessary

Signs you have a blocked drain: 

  • Slow drainage of baths, sinks, toilets, and showers
  • No drainage at all
  • A gurgling noise like a coffee percolator
  • Wastewater coming back up into baths and showers
  • A smell of sewage

Common Causes of Sewer Backups in Florida
  • A Clog

  • Just like your drain pipes, your main sewer line can become clogged, which can cause sewage backups in your home. If it is just one toilet, sink, or tub that seems to be giving you a problem, it may just be a clog in that drain. If, however, every flush creates a sewage backup in your home, you likely have a blockage in your main sewer line.
    • Here are a few tips that will help keep your sewer line clear.
      • Don’t use your toilet as a wastebasket – Flushing facial tissues, napkins, diapers, and another waste down your toilet creates clogs.
      • Use your garbage disposal intelligently – Avoid dumping large quantities of anything down your garbage disposal that can become lodged within your sewer line.
      • Don’t pour grease down your drain – Grease and fat, although liquid when poured down your drain, can harden within your plumbing, collecting debris and creating a stubborn clog.

  • Tree Roots

  • Another common cause of home sewer backups is tree roots. Even if the area directly above your sewer line is free of trees, roots from a neighboring yard could be the cause of your sewer problem.
  • Tree roots can cause a couple of problems for your sewer lines – they can grow into the pipes and cause holes and blockages or they may wrap around your sewer line and crush it.

  • Broken or Collapsed Sewer Lines
  • Your sewer backup could be caused by broken, cracked, or collapsed lines. Although plastic sewer lines have now become the norm, older homes were built using cast iron and clay piping that can break down over time and create sewer problems.

Diagnosing Your Sewer Problem

One of the best ways to pinpoint the cause of your home sewer backup is to have a professional sewage backup cleaning company like ServiceMaster by Wright check it out. 


Why Call ServiceMaster by Wright? 
  • 24/7 Quick Response Time
  • Best Customer Service
  • Free Estimates
  • Insurance Preferred Vendor & Direct Billing
  • Over 60 Years of Experience
  • One-Stop Service for a Complete Restoration
  • Licensed, Insured & Bonded
  • Latest Technology and Equipment
  • Worldwide Company, Industry Leaders

If you experience a sewer backup problem, Our professionals at ServiceMaster by Wright will respond right away to your first call, arriving on-site with all the restoration products and equipment needed to restore your home or building. We ensure to work efficiently and effectively, fully restoring the affected area to a safe and clean environment. Contact ServiceMaster by Wright at 239-431-9947 for professional sewage cleanup services in Florida and the surrounding areas.

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