The plumbing pipes in your home can become damaged due to tree roots, blockages, and other issues that are all too common to homeowners. At Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Rhode Island, we specialize in maintenance, repairs, and other solutions to residential sewer system backups for Warwick, RI homeowners and those in nearby areas. Our skilled service team handles sewer line repairs with timely and reliable results, offering re-piping solutions tailored to all types of homes. With licensed, bonded, and insured professionals, you can trust us to resolve sewer backups efficiently and effectively. Since sewer issues can happen at any time, we provide emergency services to ensure you get the expert help you need whenever you need it.
Warning Signs of a Residential Sewer System Backup

Solutions to Tree Roots Invading Your Sewer Line
Leaks or condensation in your home’s sewer pipes can attract tree roots in search of water and nutrients. At Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Rhode Island, we’re here to tackle sewer line issues caused by invasive roots impacting your sewer lines. Tree roots can enter your pipes through small cracks, gaps, or holes in the pipe sections. Once they access the water, the roots will start growing rapidly. Over time, more roots enter, widening the gaps, clogging your pipes, and eventually causing them to burst. Common warning signs include sewage backups in toilets or tubs, gurgling sounds from your toilet, slow-draining bathtubs, or toilets with empty bowls. To address these issues, our skilled service professionals provide effective solutions. Below are examples of methods industry professionals use for this problem:
Maintenance
Regular maintenance is a wise way to reduce costs and avoid headaches in the long run. Our experts provide thorough inspections and drain cleaning to prevent grease and debris from causing issues. Keeping up with sewer line care can also stop tree roots from damaging your plumbing system.
Rooter Work and Drain Cleaning
First, we break through tree roots to unclog your sewer line and get it working again. After dealing with the obvious roots, our expert team assesses the severity of the root issue and suggests long-term fixes.
Hydro Jetting
This highly effective method utilizes high-pressure water streams to clear out pipes. Our team carefully performs hydro jetting to clean your home’s drains and sewer lines, removing blockages like grease, tree roots, and other debris.
Pipe Lining
We fix sewer line issues for good by sealing and reinforcing pipes with a durable liner, preventing any water leaks. This pipelining method is a trenchless solution that skips the need for digging or tearing down walls and structures.
Pipe Bursting
This solution uses hydraulic technology to break and displace your existing pipes, whether they’re made of PVC, clay, or cast iron. A durable, seamless pipe is then installed to address the issue permanently.
Trust Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Rhode Island for Help
Drain issues are often easy to ignore, but Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Rhode Island urges you to reach out as soon as possible to prevent bigger problems as your drain issue worsens. Our process begins with the use of cable devices or drain augers to clear blockages, though we also have advanced tools for tougher situations. Tree roots can damage or crush sewer and drain pipes, but our sewer backup cleaning services can address these issues effectively. Common culprits like soap buildup, food scraps, sanitary products, thick toilet paper, hair, and garbage disposal waste can also clog your pipes, and our plumbers are equipped to handle it all. Sewer backups can jeopardize your plumbing, property, and even your family’s health. We fix backups caused by tree roots, heavy rainfall, and other factors. You're welcome and encouraged to ask about our Advantage Plan® to save money on services when you contact us to schedule service at your home and request an accurate estimate.
Residential & Commercial Services
We strive to provide you with choices to resolve your plumbing issue and perform professional workmanship on the option you choose. By calling on our team of skilled service professionals and qualified plumbers, you can be sure it will be Done Right.
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