Gilbert Drain & Sewer Services

Common Sources of Drain & Sewer Clogs

Drain and sewer line clogs are a very common plumbing problem that we encounter. While some clogs are unavoidable, many are caused by putting the wrong items down our drains. The best way to prevent a serious clog within your system is to become aware of all of the most common clog sources.

Clogs are commonly caused by:

• Tree root intrusion: If there is a small crack in your pipe, tree roots will grow towards that crack until they make their way into the pipe. Once inside, they will continue feeding on wastewater and growing until they form a major blockage in your sewer line.
• Shifts in soil: Shifts in soil caused by construction, an earthquake, or a home settling into its foundation can all cause pipes to sag or crack. Objects often gather at the low point of a sagging pipe until there is a serious blockage. Cracked pipes allow dirt, leaves, twigs, and other debris to enter pipes until they are clogged.
• Pipe corrosion: Whether due to old age or chemical cleaning products, pipes will eventually begin to corrode. As they break down, mineral deposits form and build up, eventually creating blockages.
• Cooking grease: Cooking grease and oils are some of the worst things you can put down your drains. Once they enter your drains and sewer line, they harden as they meet the cool interior of your pipes, creating a film inside your pipes. This continues to build up until your sewer line is seriously blocked up.
• Foreign objects: Flushing items such as feminine hygiene products, Q-tips, cotton balls, diapers, floss, makeup wipes, baby wipes, flushable wipes, and cat litter can create serious clogs.

If your drains are clogged, EZ Flow Plumbing, LLC is here to help. Our Gilbert drain and sewer experts have encountered and repaired countless clogs, and we guarantee we can take care of yours as well.