If your basement floor drain backs up, it may be time to contact a plumber. There can be various causes of backups in drain lines underground; most will require special tools and equipment in order to pinpoint and resolve. Determining what exactly caused it can be challenging due to potential causes that lie far underground in drain lines – often leading to costly repair bills for plumbing services and equipment rental providers.
Few tools are needed to get things underway; with simple do-it-yourself cleaning and repair methods being an invaluable way to avoid professional help altogether.
Basement Clogged Drains
A basement drain backup often begins with a clog in one of its low-lying fixtures such as showers, bathtubs or toilets – often the first place a homeowner notices one. But oftentimes this is only part of the story; often the real source lies within the main sewer line itself which connects all drains within a home including floor drains – and this causes water not to flow properly which then rises up through to reach its lowest drain – usually the basement floor drain – eventually filling its depths causing its back up again clogging up until it reaches it eventually filling it’s lowest drain – usually the basement floor drain – thus creating back up and back up in its entirety.
In certain instances, it may be possible to clear your drain clog yourself using either a plunger or manually snaked drains. A manual drain snake consists of a long flexible metal cable equipped with a coiled auger on one end and an attached handle on the other – take care when using one as its purpose is to pull out obstructions rather than push them further down your pipes!
If a plunger doesn’t do the trick, an alternative strategy could be pouring baking soda and vinegar down your drain to attempt to unclog it. As their reaction can help break up clogs in minor drains, make sure to give this method some time before flushing with hot water.
Sewage backup is an extremely serious matter that needs to be dealt with immediately, not only because of its smell but also due to the health hazards it poses – skin irritation, intestinal illness and even death can result. If you encounter a sewage backup, it is imperative that proper precautions are taken for both you and any repairs being attempted by themselves or professionals. As well as turning off power from the electrical panel before beginning repairs or entering water directly. Additionally, it may be prudent to remain out of it until all issues have been addressed by professional. When your basement drain backs up unexpectedly, don’t hesitate to reach out for expert advice and a complimentary inspection from Donley Plumbing professionals. Our technician can come directly out with their HD sewer camera in order to assess what caused it and the best solution to fix it.