Have you ever wondered what type of things you could look for or check to determine if you have major plumbing problems including sewer line issues? If you’re in Troy, IL, Bailey Sewer and Water can help you. Here are several plumbing-related things you should get checked right away.
Sump Pump Issues
Your sump pump is your first line of defense against a flooded basement. If it fails, you could have a major problem on your hands when it rains or if you have a plumbing issue elsewhere in your home. In fact, when your sump pump fails, it could actually be the cause of your basement flooding.
If your sump pump is running nonstop or not frequently enough, you should have a professional plumber check it. Also, if you have a sump pit that’s continually flooding, it’s probably time to call in a plumber.
Sprinklers and Hoses
Sprinklers and hoses should be double-checked in the spring to make sure they are in proper working order. It’s important to make sure none of the sprinklers and/or hoses on your property are clogged — if they are, water may be shooting out at an odd angle or barely coming out at all. You should also have a plumber inspect your sprinkler lines to make sure there aren’t any leaks that need to be fixed.
Sewer Line and Drains
If your home’s sewer lines and/or drain system gets clogged, sewage can back up into your house — and no one wants to deal with cleaning up major sewage explosions. That’s why it’s extremely important to have your sewer lines inspected and cleaned on an annual basis. You should also watch for signs of sewer line and drain clogs including:
- Gurgling sound when you flush the toilet or when water drains from the sink, shower, or tub
- Slow draining water in your sink, shower, or tub
- Lower-than-normal toilet water levels
- Toilets, skin drains, and bathtub drains continually clogging
- Clogs that a plunger won’t fix
- The continual need to use a liquid plumbing solution because water doesn’t drain quickly from your tub or sink
- Water or sewage coming up in your shower, tub, or sink when you flush the toilet, rush the dishwasher, or do laundry
If you notice any of these signs or have other plumbing-related concerns, it’s a good idea to call a plumber. Plumbing problems don’t resolve themselves. You need a Troy, IL plumber to assess the situation and provide you with a solution. Make sure to give us at Bailey Sewer & Water a call today!