Overflowing Toilets are horrific ordeals that no one wants to encounter. Overflow from a toilet can cause damage to any material it encounters in the home. Many homeowners may not realize how serious of a situation they are faced with.
Overflowing toilets are more than just unpleasant inconveniences. Mitigating the damage caused by a toilet overflow entails intensive preparation. Restoration Pasadena’s team of experts has the tools and training to execute efficient restoration and repairs.
Our certified technician are masters in remediating the damage caused by an overflowing toilet, regardless of how the overflow happened. When water is unable to exit your home due to a clogged pipe, blocked vent, full septic tank, or other sewage issue, the result is an overflowing toilet.
- Clogs can accumulate in your toilet or in the pipes connecting to it, preventing water from draining after you flush. Many clogs are formed as a result of product buildup – paper towels, wet wipes, and other products advertised as “flushable” may end up overwhelming a plumbing system and causing a toilet to overflow. Low-flow toilets are also more prone to clogging.
- Plumbing vents are also susceptible to clogs. These are vertical pipes that connect to outside air via an outlet and allow air into the pipes to replace air used for flushing the toilet. These pipes also serve the purpose of regulating water pressure.
- Septic tanks require maintenance approximately every 3 to 5 years depending on the manufacturer’s recommendations and other factors such as household size. These tanks store solid waste and release the excess water into the soil surrounding the tank system’s leach field. Full septic tanks can increase the risk of sewage backups into the home when the toilet is flushed.
- Plumbing pipes located outside of the home are susceptible to blockages which can lead to overflowing toilets. Tree roots infiltrating a cracked pipe are a common cause of blockages in these types of pipes.
Toilets connect to a clean water source through the supply line and dispose of contaminated water through the drainage system. When navigating an overflowing toilet situation, locating the source of water is central. The category of water decides the proper course of action for effective remediation. These categories are: - Category 1 is clean, sanitary water. This is the water from supply lines and doesn’t pose health risks if contact occurs.
- Category 2 may contain some contaminants that could pose health risks. This is referred to as “grey water” and is often found in losses where a machine such as a dishwasher or washing machine has malfunctioned.
- Category 3 is “black water” and is contaminated with sewage or other pathogens. This is the most dangerous category of water to encounter, and special precautions must be taken to prevent exposure.
It can be easy to take a functioning plumbing system for granted. We flush a toilet, and the waste and water disappear down the drain, and we resume our day. In any event, the risk of sewage exposure necessitates extreme caution.
Restoration Pasadena’s team of professionals has the expertise and equipment to restore your home back to its original condition. Our professionals are available 24/7 to answer your questions and guide you through the process.
We work with all insurance companies to relieve you of any stress and offer you peace of mind. Each homeowner’s policy is unique, so it is crucial to review your policy to see what events are covered. Some exclusions apply – many policies exclude flood-related damage unless covered by an additional policy.
