What you need to know about a Toilet overflow?

10/4/2023 (Permalink)

Removal of some drywall surrounding a bathroom.

There are many reasons for a Toilet overflow such as:

A clog in your toilet or the nearby pipes will stop water from draining
when you flush it. The most common cause of these clogs is using too
much toilet paper. Some older low-flow toilets clog easily, and you
may need to flush more than once. Which in return may cause more damages.

A plumbing vent is a vertical pipe that connects to all your plumbing fixtures.
It lets air into your pipes to replace the air that goes down the drain
every time you flush your toilet. It usually has an outlet on a roof.
If it clogs with debris like leaves or pine needles, it’ll stop draining
or drain slowly. You might also notice bubbling sounds or bad smells
after you flush the toilet, even when it doesn’t overflow. It can
even create suction that might damage your pipes.
You should contact a professional to clean out your vents.
Removing debris safely can be challenging, and you’ll need specialized equipment.

The pipes that run from your home to the main sewer line can become blocked
by roots from the trees in your yard. If people flush objects like wet wipes
or paper towels down the toilet, they can form a clog over time. Unfortunately,
even cleaning products advertised as flushable don’t break down as quickly as
toilet paper. A clogged sewer line can cause a flooded basement or an overflowing toilet.

If you have a septic tank instead of a municipal sewer system, you could have a similar issue.
Septic tanks store waste and release excess water into the soil around them.
If your septic tank is full, or if water can’t escape for another reason, your toilets may overflow.

When the problem is fixed, we of SERVPRO of Sunland/Tujunga will quickly inspect and assess the damages.
We will remove any excess water remaining or any damaged material.
Once all damages are taken care of, we will clean, sanitize and deodorize all areas affected and give your
home that homey feeling once again! So what are you waiting for? Give us a call now (818)-951-6780!