How Main and Branch Line Rodding Prevents Plumbing Problems
When your drains start backing up or you notice foul odors lingering, it’s easy to brush it off as a minor clog. But what seems like a minor plumbing or sewer issue can quickly become a plumbing emergency if ignored.Â
Taking preventative measures like hiring a licensed plumber to perform mainline and branch rodding services can help avoid future plumbing disasters.Â
In this blog, we’ll highlight the difference between main and branch lines, the warning signs you may need rodding, and how it can prevent plumbing emergencies from happening.
The difference between main line and branch roddingÂ
Your plumbing system consists of branch lines and a mainline that work together to carry the wastewater away from your home. Branch lines connect to plumbing fixtures in your home, like sinks, tubs, and toilets. These branch lines feed into the main sewer line, which transports all of that wastewater into the municipal sewer or septic system.Â
Over time, your main line and branch lines can become obstructed. Sewer rodding is an effective way to clear these blockages in your home’s plumbing system.Â
Plumbers use a flexible rod and other equipment to navigate through your pipes. The rods break down grease buildup, invasive tree roots, and other debris to keep everything flowing smoothly.Â
Unlike traditional at-home methods, sewer rodding can clear even the toughest obstructions that basic snaking tools often can’t handle.Â
So, if you suspect it’s time to have your lines cleaned out, you should call professionals like Black Diamond Plumbing & Mechanical.Â
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Signs you may need sewer rodding services
Scheduling rodding services annually is the best way to prevent any major plumbing problems from occurring. If you wait too long in between services, you run the risk of severe clogs, or major sewage backups.Â
If you notice any of the following signs, it’s time to call Black Diamond Plumbing & Mechanical:Â
- Sinks, tubs, or showers that drain slowlyÂ
- Gurgling sounds coming from drains or toiletsÂ
- Water backing up into your toilet or tubÂ
- Recurring clogs in the same drainÂ
- Foul odors coming from your drainÂ
The risks of delaying main and branch line rodding
The primary purpose of sewer line rodding is to remove blockages in your plumbing system before they cause serious problems. Grease, hair, debris, and even invasive tree roots can build up in your branch or main sewer lines over time.Â
The restricted water flow from minor clogs can quickly turn into obstructive blockages that can cause water or sewage to back up into your sinks, tubs, or even basement.Â
Raw sewage is a health hazard that can also lead to extensive water damage. Cleanup can be costly, requiring emergency plumbing repairs, water damage restoration, and sanitation services. Regular main and branch line rodding can help you avoid these dangerous situations by keeping your system clear.
Call Black Diamond Plumbing & Mechanical to schedule your sewer rodding servicesÂ
If you’re noticing slow drains, recurring clogs, or signs of a backup, don’t wait for plumbing problems to strike. At Black Diamond Plumbing & Mechanical, we’re here to help keep your system running smoothly with professional main line and branch line rodding services.
Our licensed plumbers are available 24/7 for emergency service, ready to clear blockages and prevent further damage to your home. At Black Diamond, we’re there when you need us. Call us today at 815-444-0979 to schedule your main and branch line rodding services.Â
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