Before

After

Why Do Sewer Lines Suffer Backups After Storms?

Sewer backups are a common plumbing problem that occurs over the summer months. Summer storms bring heavy rain to the area, which overwhelms storm sewers as well as sanitary sewers (the ones that handle human waste). Many other particles also can be washed into the sewer lines, which can lead to clogged lines. Overall rising groundwater can be too much for sewer systems to efficiently transport, which can lead to backups in private main sewer lines that connect homes to the shared sewer systems. When sewage backs up through drains in your bathroom or elsewhere inside the house, you need to contact a plumber for emergency services to repair the sewer system; however, once that is complete you should always contact a professional company to restore your property. SERVPRO of North Prince William County crews arrived quickly and performed what needed to be done. The customer was absolutely thrilled!