The Dangers of Ignoring Clogged Drains

Busy home and business owners have plenty to worry about every day. Daily schedules, deadlines, and the duties of running your household or office can keep you occupied for long hours with short breaks. It is easy to overlook more mundane details like your home or commercial plumbing and drain systems.

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Monterey warns residents not to ignore clogged drains. When left untreated, these issues can become a larger problem that becomes more time-consuming and costly. The consequences of water backing up into the pipes can be disastrous if left long enough without clearing.

Some of the main issues that can arise when you ignore warning signs include:

• Stagnant Water: Stagnant water in your pipes is a prime condition for mold and bacteria growth. Sewer wastewater is especially dangerous to ignore when dealing with a sewer blockage. The longer the blockage is ignored, the stronger and wider spread the bacteria will grow.
• Pests: Other pests, such as flies, mosquitos, and cockroaches, are attracted to these bacteria-rich environments. These pests thrive in the debris. Mosquitos and cockroaches carry spreadable diseases, and if you can keep any pests away from your home or business, we consider that a win.
• Water Pressure Buildup: Clogged drains stress the pipes and drain lines. The stress on your pipes from this pressure can cause them to become damaged, leak, or even burst. The cost of repairing the damage caused by broken pipes can be thousands of dollars. This is definitely the case if the walls, ceilings, and flooring are also affected. Even minor leaks can cause major structural damage if left unattended long enough.
• Water Supply: Drain clogs can affect the quality and cleanliness of your water. If water from a clogged drain backs up into the pipes, it can pose serious health risks to you and those who share your water supply.

Unclogging your blockage is not an ideal DIY project. Over-the-counter products that promise to unclog your drains typically contain harsh chemicals that erode your pipes over time and can make the problem even worse.

Count on the Local, Licensed & Insured Experts

Contact Mr. Rooter Plumbing to remove clogs, inspect your pipes, and restore your plumbing system to safe working order. Our top-of-the-line HydroScrub Jetting tools and high-tech drain video cameras ensure that your drain clogs and residual debris are eliminated quickly with guaranteed accuracy. We will inspect your surrounding fixtures for damage and repair any concerning parts of your plumbing system.

Drain clogs interrupt busy schedules and competing demands but don’t have to become dangerous or costly emergencies. Our friendly professionals understand that you have much to keep running daily. We prioritize our customers and their needs by providing flexible scheduling and flat-rate pricing.