How do you unclog a main sewer line?

How to clean out a main sewer line clog

1. Loosen the cap on the drain pipe.
2. Allow any sewer buildup to come out of the drain.
3. Gently feed the auger cable into the main line drain.
4. Run the auger until the clog is broken up.
5. Hose out leftover debris.
6. Pull the auger cable back out of the main line drain.

What would cause water to back up into the tub?

The most common reason this happens is due to a clogged drain. When you have a clogged drain it indicates there is a sewer issue that causes sewage backup through your bathtub drain.

Why is water backing up in my bathtub when I Flush my Toilet?

How a clogged sewer line can cause toilet water to appear in your tub. All of your plumbing devices (toilets, sinks, bathtubs, etc.) feed into the same main sewer line. If your drains and main sewer drain are clear of debris, water flows easily and effortlessly out of your home when you flush the toilet (as seen in the image below).

What happens when you flush your toilet and sink?

We’ll unclog your sewer line and get your plumbing system back to normal. All of your plumbing devices (toilets, sinks, bathtubs, etc.) feed into the same main sewer line. If your drains and main sewer drain are clear of debris, water flows easily and effortlessly out of your home when you flush the toilet (as seen in the image below).

Can a clogged toilet cause water to drain after shower?

If your toilet is clogged or the water slowly drains after the shower, this is usually not a plumbing emergency. However, if you are experiencing multiple pipe problems at the same time, most likely, you are to blame for the clogging of your main sewer pipe.

What to do if your toilet is backing up?

Give Red Cap Plumbing a call. We’ll unclog your sewer line and get your plumbing system back to normal. All of your plumbing devices (toilets, sinks, bathtubs, etc.) feed into the same main sewer line.