Plumbing DIY Tips & Tricks
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- By Russell Jones
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When you flush the toilet, the waste travels down the sewer line. However, if something is blocking the sewer line, the waste will have to find another way.
Problems with the sewer pipes are some of the most important to address because they will lead to your drains getting repeatedly clogged.
If there’s an opening in the sewer line, tree roots can infiltrate and interrupt the waste flow. Tree roots can get into sewer lines through cracks and in the connections between the pipes.
Excessive use of paper can lead to the clogged drain problems as a result. While it’s hard to tell you exactly how much paper you should use, we recommend no more than 10 sheets at a time.
Toilets and sewer systems are only designed to handle toilet paper and human waste. The pipes will not accept any other objects or substances, leading to clogged drains.
Even the type of water used in your toilet can lead to blockages in your sewer line. Though high mineral content doesn’t make water unsafe, it can however damage your pipes.
Problems originating from your pipes and pipe intrusions will require a professional plumber to fix. Fortunately, almost all the other causes can be resolved on your own.