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Clogged Sewer Drains – Getting to the Root of the Problem

As you merrily roll along with your busy life and all seems well at home, little do you know what might be going on underground.

As in, tree and shrub roots may be knocking on the door of your drainpipes, seeking a way inside. Those roots can be persistent little devils, especially in the fall when they experience their most vigorous growth.

In the spring and summer, trees and bushes are busy growing above ground. But once the weather turns cooler, root growth goes all out to prepare for new and stronger foliage growth the following year.

How Tree & Shrub Roots Can Damage Your Sewer Pipes

Even tree roots located far from sewer pipes can cause problems. That’s because in the fall they grow sideways along drainpipes, thus presenting more opportunities for them breach the pipes. Nor do they need much space – even the tiniest of cracks can create an entryway. Once inside, roots will grow and can form impassable clogs as they feed on the very “stuff” you flush down the toilet.

Messmer Mechanical to the Rescue

At Messmer Mechanical, we have the perfect solution to keep roots out of your drainpipes – or, if they’re already inside, to get them out before they can cause serious damage.

It all starts with a sewer drainpipe video inspection. If there’s a blockage in the making, we’ll locate it precisely and determine the scope of the problem. If needed, we’ll then clear the drain with a specially made water jetter that shoots a high pressure spray of water precisely for such purposes. That way, we’ll remove more than just the clog.  We’ll clear your underground sewer pipes from end to end.

Our advice? Don’t wait for a clogged sewer line to motivate you to act. Instead, call today to schedule a proactive video inspection – because it’s always better to be safe than sorry.

Why wait for problems that you can’t see to surprise you with giant headaches and major repair issues when Messmer Mechanical can get to the bottom of things now!  Call today to schedule service.