04/10/2026
👇 5 Things You Need to Know to Avoid a Sewer Backup
1. 🚿 Slow drains are an early warning sign
If your sink, shower or toilet is draining slowly or gurgling, your sewer may already be starting to clog. It doesn’t fix itself. It builds until it backs up.
2. 🧻 “Flushable” wipes & feminine hygiene products don’t break down
Wipes (even the ones labeled “flushable”) and hygiene products don’t dissolve like toilet paper. They catch on debris and create blockages fast. We pull these out all the time. And never, NEVER flush condoms.
3. 🛢️Grease builds up over time
Pouring grease down the drain once might not cause an issue… but it doesn’t go away. It sticks to your pipes and builds up, layer by layer, until it eventually blocks the line. You’re much better off throwing some corn starch in it, letting it cool and tossing it in the garbage.
4. 🌳 Tree roots will find your sewer line
The bigger and more established the tree, the farther the roots reach… And your sewer line is the path of least resistance. If roots have gotten into your line once, they will come back. Unless the pipe is fully replaced, you’ll likely need regular (often annual) maintenance.
5. 📺 An ounce of prevention is significantly less costly than a pound of cure
Cracks, build up and root intrusions progress over time. A camera inspection can catch issues early, before they turn into a full backup. A camera inspection every few years can save you a lot of hassle.
