If your floor drain is backing up, it can be frustrating. When it happens, you can easily assume there is an issue with the floor drain itself – but that’s not it. In fact, backups in a basement floor drain usually mean it’s a symptom of another problem in your plumbing system. Here’s what you must know about the cause of your floor drain to back up and how to repair it.
Clogged Drain Lines
A reason that your floor drain is backing up is that it can be due to clogs in any of your home’s drain lines. When the main drain backs up, wastewater incessantly builds up until it overflows, backing up the floor drain. Additionally, drain line clogs can cause backups in a home’s lowest fixtures, such as ground-level sinks, tubs, or showers.
Sewer Line Clogs & Damage
Floor drains can back up when clogs are more thoroughly managed in a home’s plumbing system. Like drain line clogs, sewer line clogs prevent wastewater flow. With nowhere to go, wastewater will back up until it seeks the closest release point, the lowest drain, or a home’s floor drain.
In some circumstances, clogs are not related to floor drain backups. They can also happen when:
- A sewer line is sagging, collapsed, or bellied.
- A sewer network has holes or cracks.
- Tree roots have infiltrated or misaligned the sewer network.
Unlike a clog, sewer line damage may require more work if your floor drain backs up.
Preventing Possible Basement Floor Drain Backups
The best way to avoid possible backups in your floor drain is through a routine drain cleaning maintenance service. Regular drain cleaning services will keep your lines clear and free of clutter that can clog and stop your plumbing system. Besides saving you the mess of backups, these solutions can help save you lots of money in the long run. Consequently, this will help you avoid future repairs or emergency plumbing services.
If your property is experiencing a sewer backup, B&D Plumbing offers emergency plumbing services. We respond quickly and usually accommodate same-day appointments. Call B&D Plumbing now at 301-595-1141 to prevent property loss and damage to your home or business.
Get in Touch With B&D Today!
Dealing with any plumbing concerns that require a professional to step in? Struggling with an absolute plumbing emergency that can’t wait? Let B&D Plumbing know. B&D Plumbing Inc. services the greater Washington D.C. metropolitan area, including Maryland and Northern Virginia. Get in touch with us by calling (301) 595-1141 or follow us on social media including Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and Pinterest. As a small, family-owned business, we understand how important your home is—and we offer exceptional service that matches!
