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Max Haas Septic Sewer Grease
4.5(
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Colfax, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1923

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was notified as they departed for our house and I instructed where the tank was located. This was great for me as I was running other errands before they arrived.  When I got home the operator was wrapping up.  We have a small tank by today's standards so it didn't take very long to pump.
The operator was very courteous and diligent in regards to cleaning up any spillage that is common in this process.  No worries.
This was the second time we've used them and they'll be on our list for years to come. 
Ironically, one of my errand stops has used Max's for over 30 years and had recently had service performed at their house by the same driver that was heading to my residence.  That was an unexpected boost that we had chosen correctly!
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Peterman Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing, Inc.
3.4(
27
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Colfax, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

When you are having plumbing or HVAC issues or need a new system installed, it can be a crazy world out there trying to find a reputable contractor in Indianapolis and the surrounding areas. Everywhere you turn someone is offering the “Deal of a Lifetime.” How do you know that someone is reputable? How do you know that contractor knows how to install the equipment properly? At Peterman Heating, Cooling & Plumbing, Inc., we have the right tools, equipment and high level of expertise to carry out all of your repairs and installations to code. When you call us for service, you can rest easy knowing your home's plumbing and HVAC systems are in safe hands.

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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by61%of homeowners
Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

It is generally safe to stay in a house that smells like sewage for a short time, but you should get the problem fixed as soon as possible. While the level of sewer gas is usually low enough to only cause minor symptoms, prolonged inhalation can lead to headaches, nausea, or respiratory irritation. High levels of gas exposure can be more dangerous, and high concentrations of methane—a component of sewer gas—can pose an explosion risk in enclosed spaces. If you smell sewer gas in your home, ventilate the area and call a professional to locate, assess, and fix the problem, as it will not go away on its own.

In most cases, drain cleaners will not clear a clogged sewer line, and they’re likely to damage your plumbing. Sewer lines are several inches wide, meaning any material that clogs it will need to be large. Drain cleaner can work on small clogs, but it usually won’t clear a larger one in a sewer main. Drain cleaners can also easily damage and corrode your plumbing with prolonged contact, and a clog will keep the cleaner in contact with the pipes for an extended period. Hire a professional sewer cleaner instead for a safe fix.

Ejector pumps can only push sewage 750 feet or less. That’s because their purpose is to move waste from your home to your sewer line—which is a relatively short distance. Grinder pumps can transport sewage further, but they manage lower volumes of waste than ejector pumps (and they don’t work with septic systems).

There are several homemade solutions for clearing a clogged sink that don’t involve pouring harsh chemicals down your drain. Start by pouring hot (but not boiling) water down the drain. This can help dissolve and flush away grease and gunk. A splash of dish soap down the drain can also cut through fat and make it easier to clear the drain. For a more stubborn blockage, grab a plunger and give it a few firm pumps to dislodge the clog.

Bleach isn’t likely to help unclog a sewer line. Bleach isn’t useful in this situation because it won’t dissolve the grime and debris in the clog. Instead, you want to use ingredients that will have a chemical reaction to clear out the buildup, like vinegar or salt and baking soda.

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