As a homeowner, you’re sure
to deal with clogged toilets, leaky pipes and other plumbing situations every
once in a while, but multiple drains all backed up at the same time is a
different story. Chances are, your main sewer line is already clogged. Water
has no place to go so it goes back up and out of plumbing outlets. Here are the
signs:
The
sink. Run
the sink nearest the toilet for a minute. Is the toilet water rising? Are there
bubbles forming? This is one indicator that there’s air trapped in your sewer
system, which is most likely caused by a clog.
The
toilet.
Flush the toilet. Is there water backing up and gurgling in the tub or shower?
If yes, this means the flushed water is trying to flow down the pipes but is
blocked by the clog so it goes back up to the lowest point, which is usually
the shower drain.
The
laundry. Run
the washing machine. If draining the water is followed by a backup in the
toilet or tub, it could be due to a sewer drain clog. However, if the toilet is
flushing fine, the problem could just be limited to the washing machine and/or
shower drain.
If you suspect a main sewer
clog, first, look for the water shut off valve to cut the water supply to your
home. Then, ensure that the drain is cleared as quickly as possible by calling
an emergency plumber.
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