How do I stop sludge buildup in my sewer line?

• <div><p>Your sewer line can get grimy quickly. To prevent sludge buildup in your sewer line, pour a mixture of 1/3 cup of vinegar and 1/3 cup of baking soda down each drain in your home once a month. After about 30 minutes, flush the drain with hot water.</p><p>Some plumbers recommend 3/4 cup of bleach instead to clean any germs and bacteria that may build up in your sewer line. But this won’t break down any active clogs, and it cannot be combined with vinegar, as the mixture will create a toxic, hazardous gas.</p></div>

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Q: What tools are commonly used by professionals to clear blockages?

• <div><p>Professional tools include drain snakes, hydro jets, cameras for line inspection, and enzymatic or chemical cleaners for dissolution.</p></div>

Q: Is Black Friday the busiest day for plumbers?

• <div><p>Black Friday, also known as the day after Thanksgiving, is one of the busiest days of the year for plumbers. Plumbing pros receive many service requests for clogged drains, garbage disposal issues, and clogged sewer lines. Don&rsquo;t hesitate to call a plumber on Black Friday if you experience emergency plumbing problems.</p></div>

Q: Can rats come up through drains?

• <div><p>Yes, rats can come up through drains. They can crawl through basement floor drains, lateral house drains, and roof drains. Installing rat blockers in your drains is the best way to repel rats and prevent them from entering your pipes. These are one-way valves that allow water and waste to flow out but keep rats from getting in. </p></div>

Q: How do I maintain a clear sewer main?

• <div><p>Avoid flushing non-degradable items, schedule regular inspections, and address minor clogs promptly.</p></div>

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This company is wonderful. They go out of their way to help. They arrive on time and are very thorough with their cleaning. I had them do a deep clean the first time and they took everything out of my kitchen cupboards and wiped everything down. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
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Caesar and his crew did a fantastic job on our driveway replacement!! His pricing was reasonable and they did the job in one day after getting to us in less than a week after the quote. They left our yard just as clean as before the job started. I highly recommend them to anyone needing concrete...
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He cleaned everything including the grout and even offered to clean my air ducts but I did not have time. Quality Cleaning and great customer service. Great experience and a good price. He got back to me in a timely fashion.
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Paula and Alex were great to work with. I did not meet the others who helped with the sanding of our floors. They did a good job covering cabinets and openings with plastic. There was only a thin layer of dust in joining rooms (as Paula says, "about a week's worth of dust", which is about...
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Professional tools include drain snakes, hydro jets, cameras for line inspection, and enzymatic or chemical cleaners for dissolution.

Black Friday, also known as the day after Thanksgiving, is one of the busiest days of the year for plumbers. Plumbing pros receive many service requests for clogged drains, garbage disposal issues, and clogged sewer lines. Don’t hesitate to call a plumber on Black Friday if you experience emergency plumbing problems.

Yes, rats can come up through drains. They can crawl through basement floor drains, lateral house drains, and roof drains. Installing rat blockers in your drains is the best way to repel rats and prevent them from entering your pipes. These are one-way valves that allow water and waste to flow out but keep rats from getting in.

Avoid flushing non-degradable items, schedule regular inspections, and address minor clogs promptly.

Your sewer line can get grimy quickly. To prevent sludge buildup in your sewer line, pour a mixture of 1/3 cup of vinegar and 1/3 cup of baking soda down each drain in your home once a month. After about 30 minutes, flush the drain with hot water.

Some plumbers recommend 3/4 cup of bleach instead to clean any germs and bacteria that may build up in your sewer line. But this won’t break down any active clogs, and it cannot be combined with vinegar, as the mixture will create a toxic, hazardous gas.

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