Main Drainage — Pipe Clogged

For roots, a plumber uses a rotating blade on a cable to shred the roots. Note: This is temporary. The roots will grow back in 12-24 months.

Welcome to the crisis of a . Unlike a blocked sink or a slow shower drain, this is not a localized nuisance. It is a total infrastructure failure of your home’s plumbing system. What Exactly Is the "Main Drain"? To understand the disaster, you must understand the anatomy. Your home has a network of branch lines (sinks, tubs, toilets) that all feed into one large central pipe—typically 4 inches in diameter—known as the main building drain or main sewer line . main drainage pipe clogged

Respect the main line. It is the hardest working pipe in your home, and when it stops working, your home becomes unlivable. Keep the grease out, the wipes in the trash, and your cleanout accessible. Your future self—standing in a dry basement—will thank you. For roots, a plumber uses a rotating blade