Probably the majority of the Grand Haven homeowners avoid thinking about their drains or sewer system as much as possible. While it works for some time, eventually something is bound to fail or not working properly. To escape the anxiety and stress issues due to its costly maintenance and to keep your sewer system as long as possible, the following are NOT to do tips that will avoid your sewer lines from major problems that may arise soon.
1. DO NOT block your drains.
To begin with, the most economical and effortless thing you can do is to prohibit major blockages in your drains. Commonly, clogs and blockages are the reasons for major sewer line repairs and they can be avoided.
2. DO NOT put any items or things that your sewer system cannot handle.
Do not place anything down the drain that your system is not designed to handle. Bear in mind that while toilet paper gradually dissolves in water,
other types of paper obviously do not, like paper towels, sanitary products, and napkins where they can clog your sewer line.
3. DO NOT let children put small objects inside the drains.
If you have kids, ensure that they won’t place any small objects in the drain like toys, clothing, or food. Even when any small object may merely flush down the drain, it is inevitable that they will still get stuck in between your residence and the final sewer outlet.
4. DO NOT plant trees or shrub plants near sewage systems.
Roots of plants are another dilemma for sewer systems that can be avoided. At all times, shrubs and trees should be planted farther from sewer lines, especially when they are added after the line is installed.
Before planting a tree, it is advisable that you should know where your sewer line is and by the time when you plant the tree, make sure you do not let its prevalent root systems come close-by. Roots will definitely only extend toward the pipes if they are searching for a water source and the sewer line can accommodate that origin.
5. DO NOT let trees grow near your sewer system.
Trimming or removing some trees that are growing too fast may be necessary. Nonetheless, you can also let the professionals check your sewer line for any potential breakages and leaks for preventive maintenance measures to avoid major problems from happening.
6. DO NOT pour any grease or unwanted food waste.
In the kitchen area, avoid putting any grease or other unwanted food waste down the drain. Only use the waste disposal for items that can easily break down to smaller bits and let the faucet run while disintegrating the food.
Making sure it completely breaks down whatever you place before it is flushed out. In particular, grease is a major issue in pipes as it coats the linings and other items can possibly stick to it.
Additionally besides grease, here are some other items you should NOT flush down the drain:
Household Hazardous Waste
Metal objects
Sanitary napkins
Paper towels
Diapers
Sticks
Rags
Last Minute Advice.
Good habits and preventive maintenance can help prevent damage and break-down on your sewer and drainage systems.
Adopt good flushing habits. Put only human waste and toilet paper down the toilet. Other types of items or materials will lead to a clogged sewer system.
Professional sewer cleaning is a preventive way of taking care of the health of your sewer and avoids expensive sewer line repairs and installations.
Whether you are in need of assistance on your sewer and drainage system, or you want a new sewer and drainage installation, the work needs to be completed by an experienced and licensed professional plumber. At West Michigan Septic Sewer and Drain Service, we’ve been serving the West Michigan Area with unrivaled plumbing services for more than 33 years, and we consider our plumbers one of the best in the business at our Sewer and Drains Grand Haven.
We offer a full range of sewer and drain services, including:
Sewer and Vent Lines Cleared
Floor Drains Cleared
Life Pump Installation and Services
Sewer Line Installation and Service
Preventative Maintenance Programs
Interior Fixtures Cleared (Sinks, Tubs, Etc)
Drain Tile Cleaning and Parking Lot Drain Services
High-Pressure Waterjet Cleaning – Municipal / Commercial Cleanings
Our Sewer and Drain Maintenance team offers a full range of services along with support from our office team. This means that you’ll get professional technicians who come to your job site ready to work. And our technicians bring superior technology so your job is done fast. Then you can return to your life, not wait for repairs.
Office Support
Radio-Dispatched Technicians
State-of-the-art Technology
Video Locating Equipment
Electronic “Trouble-Spot” Locating System
Video Inspections of Sewer and Vent lines from 3″ – 12″
You can contact us at:
Muskegon: 231-739-7423
Grand Haven: 616-847-1072
Whitehall: 231-893-4252
Holland: 616-392-8988
Coopersville: 616-837-1800
Allendale: 616-895-9080
Twin Lake: 231-828-5595
To learn more about us, check us out at http://bit.ly/WMSSDContactUs, or you may visit us personally at our Service Areas: Muskegon, Grand Haven, Whitehall, Holland, Coopersville, Allendale, and Twin Lake