3 Signs Your Backup Requires High Pressure Jetting

Usually if your sink or shower is draining slowly the problem is a quick fix – a clogged kitchen drain, or a bathroom pipe full of hair that can be fixed with a "snake" or a plunger. But sometimes you'll need more than a plumber or a bottle of Draino. Keep reading to understand the differences between a simple plumbing issue or a major septic backup, or contact us today to speak to a septic system expert. Our team is standing by!

Wastewater 101:
If your home is not connected to a septic system, your wastewater flows directly to a sewer line where it is taken to a wastewater treatment facility. Businesses are the same, and although most grease waste is collected in a grease trap, restaurants are at a much higher risk of a sewer line backup due to the amount of food and grease waste that ends up down the drain.

At John Kline Septic Services our team is available 24/7 to help diagnose and treat sewer and drain line problems , and trust us, we've seen it all! Here are the top three ways to detect a backup that requires more than a plumber, and what to do next.

1. Do you have multiple drains backing up?
If you have multiple drains backing up within your home or business, the problem is further down your pipes than just below the sink. Your shower, washing machine, dishwasher, kitchen sink and other faucets eventually go to the same place so there could be a clog in a larger pipe that receives wastewater from two, three, four, or more water sources.

2. Does a plunger resolve the situation?
If a plunger can't resolve the situation or loosen things up, chances are you have a severe clog that is located further down your pipes. Check to make sure other sinks, showers and toilets are working properly because a severe clog can quickly cause a ripple effect if not addressed in a timely manner.

3. Is there water overflowing from any clean-outs or vents?
If you spot water overflowing from any of your clean-outs or vents located outside of your home or business, chances are you definitely have a clog somewhere between the building and the main sewer line. A plumber does not typically have the equipment needed to address this kind of backup so you'll need to call an experienced septic company like us. We have the equipment needed to loosen a major clog and resolve your issues before things get worse.

High Pressure Sewer Line Jetting 101:
If you’ve answered yes to any of the above, you’re in need of a professional that offers high pressure sewer line cleaning, also known as "jetting" service. That's where our experienced line opening team comes in. We have technicians on call around the clock to get your business up and running again or keep your home from becoming a mess. We’ll determine where your backup or clog is located and use a high pressure water jet to break up debris and reopen your pipes.

In severe cases, we can complete a camera inspection to determine exactly what is causing your backup – roots in the drain line, a broken pipe, grease buildup etc. If you’re in need of high pressure sewer line jetting in Lancaster, York, Lebanon, Berks or Dauphin County, contact us today for fast, reliable service. There's a reason we're voted the best septic pumper in Lancaster, Pa and beyond!