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MAIN LINE CLEARING HELPS PREVENT CLOGS, CORROSION & PLUMBING EMERGENCIES
Anyone know the condition of your sewer line? Most of us don’t pay much attention to main sewer lines until there is a problem. Sewer lines become clogged over time and for a variety of reasons when there is no regular maintenance done.
Pipes can accumulate residue from lotions, face creams, toothpaste, grease, food debris, and many other common items. When items other than toilet paper and waste are flushed, clogs can occur. Additionally, tree roots can break through the main line, and older homes can have occurrences of corroded or collapsed pipes.
Whatever the reason, a blocked sewer line is not fun. It can disrupt your household routine and prevent the use of the plumbing system until the line has been cleared and repaired as needed.
Your sewer line takes the path from your home to the city sewer system or in some cases your septic tank, and it is best to have your licensed plumber, Marlin Services, take care of your main line problems quickly.
Be Attentive to Key Signs of a Clogged Sewer Line
• Sewage starts backing up and oozing from the drains
• Loud gurgling sounds can be heard from the drain
• Drains begin to slow down
• Toilets require more than one flush
• Corroded or collapsed pipes can occur with time
• Tree roots break through the pipes
Don’t wait to call the plumber when you see signs of sewer line problems. A successful drain clearing is instantly noticed and all signs of clogged drains are gone.
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SPRING IS THE PERFECT TIME FOR MAINLINE DRAIN CLEARING
How often do you think about the drain system in your home? Most of us don’t ever consider it until there’s a clog or something major goes wrong with the plumbing. For a moment, think about the hassle and annoyance that occurs when a sink, shower, tub, or toilet backs up. It can disrupt whatever you are doing at the time or create an emergency situation for you.
Scum and debris naturally accumulate in household drain pipes from soaps, lotions, food waste, hair, grease, and various types of items from everyday use. Everyday items can drop into toilets, kitchen sinks, bathroom sinks, and bathtubs that can cause or contribute to drain blockage.
In the Kitchen: Pipe build up can occur from a variety of items like soap, grease, food debris, and more, causing drain clogs.
In the Bathroom: Many things can cause pipes to block and scum to build up. Hair, toothpaste, shampoos, conditioners, soaps, creams, toilet paper, and items thrown into toilets (that don’t belong there) are major culprits in drain clogging. Over time, these things accumulate and cause buildup that can eventually cause major drain blockage.

In the Utility Room: Lint, dirt and accumulated debris can create drain issues, which can lead to flooding, blockage, and poor drainage in the home.
Notice when water starts accumulating in the sink as you’re doing dishes, washing your hands, taking a shower and draining a tub. It might drain slowly or, in extreme cases, not at all. These problems don’t typically occur overnight. They tend to build up and worsen over time.
When drains are running slowly or are clogged, it’s best to call on professional, licensed plumbers, like Marlin to properly clear the drain issues in the home. Plungers and other home remedies are usually only temporary fixes. It’s a good practice to have your plumbing system cleared about every two years to maintain smooth flowing pipes and to be comfortable in your home.
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CLOGS, LEAKS, AND DRAINS
Clogs happen in most everyone’s home and they occur for a variety of reasons. Sink, tub, and toilet clogs can be relatively simple – and can often be cleared with a plunger. When all the drains in your home are clogged and backing up, it’s time to call the professionals at Marlin Services. Leave the big jobs to the experts and have your repairs, leaks, and clogs taken care of as they occur. It’s best not to wait and take a chance of leaks damaging walls, floors, cabinets, and more.
It takes a professional plumber to clear main line clogs and repair or replace pipe damage. In the case of tree roots growing through main line pipes, the professionals can bore through roots to clear the main line for clear running pipes.
When main line pipes start to deteriorate, you’ll need the plumber to replace those pipes for you. Indoor pipes are simpler to repair than the underground drain lines.
NOTE: Homeowners are responsible for the repair, maintenance, drain clearing, and pipe replacement on their own property. The homeowner is responsible for pipes, starting at the connection point of the city sewer system as well as those leading to the house and including home’s plumbing situation. This includes lateral lines and all main line plumbing in the home.
THINK PREVENTION WHEN IT COMES TO DRAINS:
- Avoid using toilets to throw away trash
- Avoid disposing of wipes, feminine hygiene products, diapers, matches, paper towels, cotton tips, etc., into toilets
- Keep bathroom drains clear of hair clogs
- Be mindful of the foods disposed of in food disposers
At Marlin, we know the importance of a well-running plumbing system, and we recommend keeping your pipes and drains in good working order for your best comfort and efficiency. Repair immediately, replace as needed, and maintain on a regular basis.
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PREVENT DRAIN CLOGS AT HOME
Clogged drains can be a headache, and it’s the most common plumbing issue in the average home. Water that is backed up puts unwanted pressure on plumbing pipes, which stresses the pipes, and can shorten their lifespan.
When you have a clogged drain, it’s easy to run out and buy chemical-clearing products, however they often do more harm than good. The chemicals can erode cast-iron drainpipes. Additionally, once you start using the products, it’s easy to continue, and it doesn’t always remove the entire clog. Instead, preventive care can take care of many of the drain issues in your home.
Help reduce pipe clogs with preventive care
- Be mindful of what you put down your drains
- Prevent food scraps from going down kitchen drains
- Watch that hair and other debris does not travel down bathroom drains
- Be sure nothing goes into toilets other than sewage and toilet paper – most everything else goes to the trash
- Install screens over drains in bathtubs and showers to catch hair and prevent buildups
- Clean food from dishes before doing dishes
- A minimal amount of food should go into the disposal. Learn which foods should not go into the disposal
- Careful not to pour liquid grease down the drain. Dispose of grease in a sealed container and place it in the trash once it cools. Grease is liquid when hot, and it’s an ‘artery clogger’ in the drain.
‘An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure’.
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HOW OFTEN DO YOU THINK ABOUT PLUMBING?
Many of us have had a time or two when we’ve experienced the loss of water at home, and it’s not fun, nor is it ever convenient. It’s often only these times we think about the importance of our plumbing system. All it takes is to go without running water, drinking water, a warm shower, flushing toilet, and laundry, before plumbing is given much thought.
The plumbing system is a strategically designed set of water and gas supply pipes, drain-waste-vent plumbing, and more. Refer to the image in this article to get a look at the complexity of a plumbing system. You don’t need to know everything about this system, it is simply a quick view to understanding the value of plumbing.
Plumbing is essential to daily activities and lifestyle, and it is good to have an idea of how it looks and operates in the home. Whether your home is in need of remodeling, you are building a new home, or just living your everyday life – it’s good to have a basic understanding of your plumbing system. It is to your benefit to give attention to drips, sounds and other issues that occur in everyday use, and be sure to utilize professional maintenance once per year for best results.
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