Complications within your sewer line are no joke. If you’re not proactive enough, real damage can set in, leading to leaks, property damage, contamination, and more. So, how do you tell if you have tree roots in your sewer line, and how do you get rid of any you find? ROOT-A-WAY Drain Cleaning has your answers! How To Tell If You Have Tree Roots In Your Sewer Line Identifying whether or not you have tree roots in your sewer line is often as easy as simply watching out for the common signs. You might notice what look like sinkholes around your yard, feel soft spots around your property, see yo ..read more

Cleaning grease traps is a job that no one wants to do. Dealing with foul-smelling fats, oils, and grease leftover in commercial kitchen settings can be absolutely revolting. But, when armed with the right knowledge and equipment, you can keep your commercial kitchen’s grease traps clean and avoid the consequences that can come from neglect. What Do You Need? When cleaning out grease traps, the first thing you have to do is gather your supplies. You will need durable rubber gloves to protect your skin, some sort of mask to protect you against harmful odors, some kinds of protective coverings ..read more

When it comes to cleaning out your pipes, you have to be careful. If you try to use chemicals without knowing what they are or what they’re for, you could end up seriously damaging your pipes and drains, or even worse, contaminating your drinking water. So, how do you remove stubborn calcium buildup to keep your plumbing free-flowing? What Is Calcium Buildup? The first step to removing caked-on calcium buildup in your pipes and drains is to understand what it is exactly and what its weaknesses are. In this case, calcium buildup is essentially an accumulation of minerals from your water that h ..read more

Sometimes, clearing a clog is as easy as flushing it away with a little baking soda, vinegar, and hot water. Sometimes, though, a clog is too tough or deep to dislodge on your own, and that’s okay. Our drain cleaning specialists at ROOT-A-WAY Drain Cleaning know precisely how to help you clear your main line of any blockage. Know The Signs The first step to identifying, and in many cases preventing, blockages in your main line is to know what signs to watch out for so that you can detect problems early on and reach out for professional help right away. If, for instance, you notice any changes ..read more

Our experienced team at ROOT-A-WAY Drain Cleaning is delighted to commemorate 40 glorious years of dedicated service to our own and surrounding communities. This year marks four full decades of our incredible support. That’s four decades of drain cleanings, sewer repairs, plumbing solutions, and guaranteed peace of mind for countless home and business owners just like you. We only hope we can continue offering our superior services for many more years to come. It is a true joy and honor to have the opportunity to humbly serve the proud and hardworking owners of all the homes and popular busin ..read more

With proper maintenance and care, the average septic tank can survive up to 40 years of consistent waste management. Below, you’ll learn how to take the best possible care of your septic system so that yours can last a long time too! Take Care Of Your Septic Tank Although most residential septic tanks only need emptying every three to five years, you should still consider getting an inspection as often as every year. The size of your household, tank size, total waste generated, and complexity of your tank’s mechanical components can all affect the specific frequency of recommended inspections ..read more

The first step to getting your sewer line repaired quickly and cost-effectively is knowing how to identify the problem in the first place. Being able to spot when your sewer line’s broken can save you precious time and resources when it comes time for repairs. Plus, they’re easy to spot if you know just what to look for! Backflow Backflow is one of the most obvious, and hazardous, signs that your sewer line needs repairs. If at any time you flush a toilet and toxic greywater resurfaces through a sink or tub/shower drain, you definitely need to have the problem examined. The longer you wait, t ..read more

Not sure if you’ve got a leak in your main water line? Look out for these ten common signs and symptoms of water leaks around your property. Utility Spikes If your water usage has not changed, but you’re starting to notice your water bill is getting mysteriously higher and higher, the most likely cause is a leak somewhere. The longer the leak festers without repairs, the worse the damage will get. The only way to bring your water bill back down is with prompt repairs. Excess Condensation If you’re seeing excess condensation, dripping water, or, what looks like soft spots on your ceiling, wall ..read more

If you own any kind of property, cleaning your drains is an unavoidable necessity. The longer you go between drain cleanings, the more likely you are to come across clogs and other common plumbing problems that can lead to expensive repairs. If you do need your drains thoroughly cleaned, the best thing you can do is turn to our licensed plumbing professionals and industry-leading drain cleaning solutions at ROOT-A-WAY Drain Cleaning. How Do You Clean Your Drains? Unlike other appliances and surfaces around your property, the insides of your pipes are virtually inaccessible, leaving many peopl ..read more

If your kitchen sink is not draining like it’s supposed to, the problem could be any number of things, from a small grease clog to a piece of food or debris wedged in the pipe. Luckily, most kitchen clogs are completely correctable out without much fuss. Here are eight ways you can unclog any kitchen sink and avoid burst pipes and other unnecessary plumbing damage with ease! Plunging You’ve likely used a plunger or two in your day to unclog toilets, but specially made cup plungers are for plunging sink drains. The process is roughly the same. Remove excess water, submerge plunger head and cov ..read more