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5 Causes of a Clogged Toilet (Part 2)

Clogged toilets that refuse to flush completely can be annoying and frustrating. If you’re using your plunger more often than you’d like, you may need the professional services of Curt & Jerry Sewer Service. Not only do we service clogged or slow-draining toilets, but we are very knowledgeable about what could be causing this specific issue. In the last blog article, we reviewed three reasons your toilet may be clogged. Today, we’ll address two more of those reasons. 

5 Causes of a Clogged Toilet (Part 1)

Do you find yourself having to plunge your toilet more often than usual? If so, you could have a serious blockage within your toilet or your septic system. The experts at Curt & Jerry’s Sewer Service often take care of clogged toilets. In the article below, we’d like to offer some guidance on the various reasons your toilets may be clogged, along with a few practical tips on how to avoid or fix the problem.

4 Ways to Prevent a Clogged Shower Drain

There’s nothing more frustrating than standing ankle-deep in a soapy tub every time you take a shower. Maybe you’ve tried several different methods for unclogging that blocked up shower drain. Have you tried to prevent the drain from being stopped up before it becomes a nasty, clogged mess? At Curt & Jerry Sewer Service, we recommend these five methods that will help put an end to backed up shower drains for good.

3 Ways to Prepare for Septic Tank Pumping

While the team at Curt & Jerry Sewer Service recommends you have your septic tank pumped every one to three years, several factors determine if this should be completed sooner. The age of the system and the type of solids being flushed down the system are two factors that can affect the frequency of septic tank pumping. Whenever you do have your tank pumped, there are three actions you can take that will help the process go even more smoothly.

What Is Sewer Line Cleaning & How Does It Work?

Sewer lines are an essential part of a home’s septic system. They are responsible for sending sewage and wastewater from the home to the septic tank or municipal septic system. When these lines become blocked, clogged, or broken, they can cause hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars of damage to your home’s plumbing system. A thorough sewer cleaning from Curt & Jerry Sewer Service can completely clear your pipes of blockages and clogs that may cause these problems. 

Why You Need a Sewer Camera Inspection When Buying a Home

Sewer camera inspections are needed not only when your home is experiencing major sewer problems. When buying a home that is more than 20 years old, sewer inspections can offer valuable information about the condition of the sewer and pipes. Plus, a typical home inspection does not include a sewer inspection. Curt & Jerry Sewer Service recommends scheduling this important procedure before you sign on the dotted line. It could save you both expensive repairs and major renovations in the future.

How Do Professional Plumbers Clean Out Clogged Drains?

Clogged toilets, slow kitchen sink drains, and blocked bathtub drains can be caused by a variety of reasons. Food, hair, bathroom tissue, and even items that should never be placed in a drain can contribute to a massive clog within the actual sewer line. As a homeowner in the Carmel area, you’ve probably tried all the common household solutions – plungers, chemical drain cleaners, hot water, and more. When you have a clogged drain that refuses to budge, it’s time to call in the experts. Curt & Jerry Sewer Service uses the three methods below to take care of those nasty, stubborn clogs.

3 Expensive Septic Tank Repairs and How to Avoid Them

A damaged septic tank can wreak all sorts of havoc on your property, and cause expensive repairs too. Maybe you have wastewater backing up into the household drains or a rusted septic tank is leaking sewage in your backyard. Whatever the issue, no one wants to experience plumbing problems in their Greenwood area home. While some septic tank repairs cannot be avoided, you can practice regular maintenance to help prevent any major disasters. At Curt & Jerry Sewer Service, we offer these recommendations to avoid costly septic tank repairs.

3 Industries That Will Benefit from Our Sewer Line Cleaning Services

When your Indianapolis restaurant or hotel is experiencing major drain clogs or nasty sewer backups, it may be time for a thorough sewer line cleaning. At Curt & Jerry Sewer Service, we understand that you want your business to be in tip-top shape when serving your valuable customers. You may be wondering if our experienced plumbers can handle the mess inside of your sewer pipes. Well, of course, we can! Let us explain how we serve the three industries below with our commercial sewer cleaning services.

6 Sewer Issues That Can Be Diagnosed with a Camera Inspection: Part 2

In the last blog post, we reviewed three types of plumbing problems that can only be diagnosed with a sewer camera inspection: clogged pipes, tree roots, and rusted pipes. There are three more obstacles that can cause major damage in your plumbing system if not taken care of swiftly. At Curt & Jerry Sewer Service, we can help you identify these issues with our professional plumbing services. Let’s take a closer look at these additional three issues, and how a sewer camera inspection can assist in preventing further damage.