What are the signs of a clogged main sewer line?

• <div><p>Some signs that your main sewer line is clogged are easy to spot, like when water backs up into your showers, sinks, and toilets for no apparent reason. However, some indicators are more subtle. The most common signs that you may have a clogged sewer main include:</p><ul><li><p>Gurgling sounds coming from drains or toilet</p></li><li><p>Water in your basement drain or in the lawn</p></li><li><p>Smell of raw sewage throughout your home</p></li><li><p>Other found odors like rotten eggs around your home</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: How do you remove a drain without crosshairs?

• <div><p>If your drain doesn&rsquo;t have metal crosshairs or crossbars, you should use a tub drain extractor. These tools create a grip on the drain so you can turn it using a 1/2-inch ratchet drive, drain key, or wrench. Your drain may not have crosshairs if it's old and broken.</p></div>

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: Can you dissolve hair in a drain?

• <div><p>It might be possible to dissolve hair caught in a drain, but it&rsquo;s usually not a good way to go about clearing the clog. Some sources mention that baking soda and vinegar can do the trick, but this won&rsquo;t actually dissolve the hair. The hydrochloric acid in drain cleaners can dissolve the hair over time, but it will much more quickly destroy your plumbing pipes and leave you with bigger issues. The best way to remove hair is to do it manually with a drain snake or to have a plumber use an auger to pull clogs out.</p></div>

Q: How do I get rid of a sewer smell in my crawl space?

• <div><p>To get rid of a sewer smell in your crawl space, you&rsquo;ll have to find the source of the problem. If it has to do with your sewer lines, then repairing the line will help. You may need to make other repairs, like fixing your sump pump or encapsulating your crawl space to reduce moisture. After you make the repair, depending on the issue, you may still need to clean out your crawl space to get rid of the stink. </p></div>

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Very well, on time, cleaned up when done.
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in April 2018
Excellent Job! Couldn't recommend them enough. Excellent responsiveness to inquiries, excellent work on the insulation, very thorough clean job with attention to detail and excellent pricing.
ThermoSeal Insulation, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2016
I used to do sewer systems for a living years ago. I was not at home when the gentleman showed up. My husband that knows nothing about septic tanks. The man that came out showed and explained everything to him which was very nice.
Hassle Free Septic LLC
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Reviewed in August 2013
They cleaned and fixed a trombone. We're satisfied.
BETHEL MUSIC CTR
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Reviewed in May 2013
Very thorough. Yard was nice and clean and all waste was double bagged and ready for disposal.
Turd Nerds
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Reviewed in April 2013
Perfect. Supervisor came out the week prior to review everything with us and was there first thing on the start day. Crew was super hard working, did great work, courteous, and cleaned up everything when done.
Sela Roofing & Remodeling
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Reviewed in October 2012
very professional and great to work with from start to finish. everything went very well, they had a problem with a blocked floor drain which was a challenge to clean out.
Wencl Plumbing
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Reviewed in September 2012
He got everything out of bottom freezer, put it in the sink and on a towel on the counter and went to work on cleaning the freezer drain. He cleaned up the floor area where he was working when done and put frozen items back in freezer.
JOHN'S APPLIANCE & AC SVC INC
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Reviewed in July 2012
I called this business to ask that he work with our children in another city to get some gutters cleaned, as well as fix an outdoor faucet and do some small roof repair if needed. Our children then contacted him to schedule a time to come and give an estimate. At that time, he noted he thought...
Nicely Dunn Handyman Service Inc
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Reviewed in February 2010
I felt the price was very reasonable. When they were cleaning up, they forgot to put some of the tile in the ceiling back up, but they came back right away and fixed that.
John Kivel Electric
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Palomino Sewer Svc

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Established in 1985, Palomino Sewer Svc has been the premier excavating and sewer company in the Brainerd, MN area. We specialize in excavating services, landscaping, basements, fill dirt, class 5, black dirt, septic system installation, snow plowing and removal, septic pumping, pressure back flush, pipe cleaning, pipe buying, tank maintenance, pump replacements, and more. Call us today to discover why we're the area's best!

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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

If your drain doesn’t have metal crosshairs or crossbars, you should use a tub drain extractor. These tools create a grip on the drain so you can turn it using a 1/2-inch ratchet drive, drain key, or wrench. Your drain may not have crosshairs if it's old and broken.

Professional tools include drain snakes, hydro jets, cameras for line inspection, and enzymatic or chemical cleaners for dissolution.

It might be possible to dissolve hair caught in a drain, but it’s usually not a good way to go about clearing the clog. Some sources mention that baking soda and vinegar can do the trick, but this won’t actually dissolve the hair. The hydrochloric acid in drain cleaners can dissolve the hair over time, but it will much more quickly destroy your plumbing pipes and leave you with bigger issues. The best way to remove hair is to do it manually with a drain snake or to have a plumber use an auger to pull clogs out.

Some signs that your main sewer line is clogged are easy to spot, like when water backs up into your showers, sinks, and toilets for no apparent reason. However, some indicators are more subtle. The most common signs that you may have a clogged sewer main include:

Gurgling sounds coming from drains or toilet
Water in your basement drain or in the lawn
Smell of raw sewage throughout your home
Other found odors like rotten eggs around your home

To get rid of a sewer smell in your crawl space, you’ll have to find the source of the problem. If it has to do with your sewer lines, then repairing the line will help. You may need to make other repairs, like fixing your sump pump or encapsulating your crawl space to reduce moisture. After you make the repair, depending on the issue, you may still need to clean out your crawl space to get rid of the stink.

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