Category Archives: Blogs About Sewers

Are Flushable Wipes Really Safe To Flush?

Do you remember the first time you used a wet wipe instead of toilet paper? At first, you weren’t sure how to feel about it, but after a few more trips to the bathroom, you were hooked! While they might do a great job with the cleanup, they aren’t exactly the hero we thought they […]

Main Sewer Clogs: Causes, Warning Signs & Replacement Options

Some drain cleaning and maintenance can be performed by a homeowner; but drain line repair and replacement tasks should be performed by a professional plumber. That’s because any error in the repair or replacement could make issues worse.

What is a Main Sewer Line?

You hear about it all the time, but do you actually know what a main sewer line is — or how important it is to your home? We have all of the information regarding main sewer lines right here for you to read at your convenience. Once you have a little more knowledge of main […]

Homeowners’ Go-To Guide on Sewer Pipes

Do you know what type of sewer piping your home has? If you’re like most homeowners, you only think about your sewer pipes when something goes wrong—like when you have a sewage backup or drain problem. Knowing what type of sewer pipe you have, however, can help you: Understand what may be happening when your […]

What Happens When Your Sewer Backs Up?

Len The Plumber Recognized as the Best Pick for Drain & Sewer Services in Maryland (for the 4th Time!)

Len The Plumber has been certified as the Best Pick in Maryland for drain and sewer services. This is the fourth year Len The Plumber has been honored with this recognition and featured in the annual Best Pick Reports® publication. Based on customer feedback, the Best Pick honor is awarded to elite home service businesses […]

Why Does My Sewer Line Keep Backing Up?

It only takes one sewer line backup to cause homeowners major problems and big headaches. But, when sewer lines keep backing up, these problems and headaches can snowball into a full-blown crisis! If you’re frequently dealing with sewer line backups, here’s a look at what may be going wrong—and what you can do to fix […]

What Causes Sewage to Back Up?

Sewage backups can be caused by a number of issues with your plumbing system. Fundamentally, sewage will back up whenever wastewater is unable to pass through your pipes and sewer line. Here’s a closer look at: The most common causes of sewage backups How to know when you’re dealing with a sewage backup What to […]

What Causes a Sewage Backup in the Basement?

Is your basement drain backing up when you’re washing clothes? Have you noticed that your basement floor drain backs up when the toilet is flushed or when it rains? If so, you could be dealing with a handful of different plumbing problems. Determining the root cause is the key to getting the right repairs—and preventing […]

What Are Signs of a Sewage Backup?

Sewage backups are as alarming as they are disgusting and hazardous. As soon as sewage starts to back up in your home’s plumbing system, it can cause all sorts of problems and damage—and the longer the backup is overlooked, the worse it can get and the more damage it can cause. The good news is […]