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What is a Sewer Backup?

While floods are probably best known for causing widespread water damage to homes and businesses, they can also cause sewage from sanitary sewer lines to back up into houses through drain pipes. These backups not only cause damage that is difficult and costly to repair but also can create health hazards. Most homeowners and business owners may not realize that they are responsible for the maintenance and repair of their house or sewer lateral – the pipeline between the city sanitary sewer main, usually is located under the street and the building. The sewer lateral is owned and maintained by the property owner including any part that may extend into the street or public right of way. A cracked or weakened lateral or one filled with tree roots can allow groundwater to seep into the system, contributing to the possible sewer backup problems in the future. These are some of the main reasons for a sewer backup. Let’s discuss them one by one: Clogs Just like your drain pipe...

4 Signs Your Septic System Needing an Emergency Service

Maintenance of your septic system is vital to keep it always working correctly. An annual inspection is a preventive way to monitor the status of your wastewater facility. A Septic specialist handles all repair and emergency services in order to manage your septic system to function properly. Never flush things such as feminine hygiene, diapers, tissue and wipes. These things might cause septic system failure, instead throws it directly in a garbage bin. What are the possible signs you need an emergency septic service? ·          A change in Smell One of the signs that your septic system has a problem is when you smell sewage rising in your pipes, sinks, shower and toilets. Foul odor which is not normal means a symptom of a blocked drain that needs to be pumped out. Contact West Michigan Septic Sewer and Drain Service to immediately attend to your backing up septic system . ·          T...