What to Do about a Sewer Backup

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When your sewer backs up, it can turn a nice and normal day into a very stressful day. You don't just have to worry about finding the cause of the problem, but you also have to worry about cleaning up the mess after the issue has been fixed. So what do you do when you are experiencing problems with a sewer backup in your Roseville home? Here are a few suggestions from the professionals at All Ways Drains.
The first thing you need to do is check all of your toilets and sinks and try to spot a backup or clog. If you do see one, try to unclog it with a plunger or a snake. If that does not work, call us and we can send a professional plumber out to help with your sewer backup problem. And if you are unsure of how to do this even with a plunger or snake, you should call in professionals like us and we can take care of it for you.
Then call your city, municipality or township: whoever is in charge of your town's sewer lines. Report the sewer backup problem so they can send someone out to check their lines for a clog or other issue. If they determine there is no clog, then that means chances are it is coming from your own lines. This is a great way to try to figure out the source of the clog or problem if it is not immediately apparent.
After the sewer backup problem has been fixed, you should start cleaning up. Raw sewage can be dangerous, so it is usually best to call in a professional cleaning company for assistance. If it is only a small area that is affected, you can try to clean it up on your own. Just be sure to wear protective garments and gloves, and be sure to use plenty of bleach to help disinfect.

But you should also have windows open for ventilation (if possible). If the sewer backup occurred somewhere without a window, set up some fans and keep them blowing on the area constantly to help dry the area out so mold and mildew do not start to grow.
When you need assistance with sewer backup in Roseville or the surrounding areas, call us at All Ways Drains at 612-922-9422 or you can contact us to set up your Free Estimate.
Location: Roseville, MN, USA

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