Backed-up Drains
Backed-up Drains | Emergency Plumbing | Plumbing | Reliance
No one plans on a sink that gurgles like a storm drain or a toilet that threatens to overflow right before guests arrive. When your Reliance home or business is facing a backed-up drain, every minute counts. HEP’s certified technicians pick up the phone day or night, arriving fast with video inspection gear, powerful hydro-jetters, and the know-how to clear the blockage without collateral mess.
From tree-root intrusions to grease-choked kitchen lines, we tackle the cause—not just the symptom—so you’re not calling again next week. Transparent pricing, tidy workspaces, and a workmanship guarantee mean you can relax the moment we step through the door. When water won’t go where it’s supposed to, trust the local experts in emergency plumbing and get life flowing smoothly again.
FAQs
What are the most common reasons drains back up in Reliance homes?
In Reliance, the leading causes are accumulated grease and food scraps in kitchen lines, hair and soap scum in bathroom drains, tree-root intrusion into the main sewer, and foreign objects flushed down toilets. Older clay or cast-iron pipes in some neighborhoods are also prone to cracks that let soil and roots in, creating blockages. Regular maintenance and mindful disposal practices are the best ways to prevent these issues.
Why is a backed-up drain considered an emergency plumbing problem?
A drain backup stops wastewater from leaving your property, which can quickly lead to overflowing fixtures, floor flooding, and unsanitary conditions that promote mold and bacteria. The longer the blockage remains, the higher the risk of structural water damage and costly repairs. Immediate professional attention keeps contamination and repair costs to a minimum.
What should I do while waiting for the emergency plumber to arrive?
First, stop using all water fixtures to prevent further backup. If water is already rising, shut off the home’s main water supply valve. Move valuables away from affected areas and, if safe, plug floor drains with a rubber stopper or wet towel. Avoid chemical drain cleaners; they rarely fix severe blockages and can splash back, causing injury. Then wait for our Reliance emergency team, who will arrive with the right equipment.
How quickly can your Reliance emergency plumbing team respond, and are you available 24/7?
Our on-call technicians are stationed throughout the Reliance area, enabling an average arrival time of 60 minutes or less, day or night. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—including weekends and holidays—so you never have to wait until business hours to resolve a drain crisis.
What professional methods do you use to clear a severe drain or sewer blockage?
After a camera inspection to pinpoint the obstruction, we typically use high-pressure hydro-jetting to scour the pipe walls clean of grease, scale, and roots. For localized clogs, an electric drain auger (rooter) may be employed. If the pipe is damaged, trenchless repair options such as pipe lining or bursting are available to restore flow without extensive digging.
Will your drain-clearing service damage my pipes or landscaping, and do you handle cleanup?
Our hydro-jetting and trenchless tools are designed to be pipe-safe, removing debris without harming sound plumbing. When excavation is unavoidable, we dig only where necessary and restore the area afterward. Once the blockage is cleared, we disinfect affected floors, walls, and fixtures, haul away contaminated water, and leave your property clean and safe.