There is no plumbing problem more urgent or more stressful than a main sewer line backup. When you flush a toilet and water comes gurgling up in your basement floor drain, your home’s entire plumbing system is compromised. This is an unsanitary, high-stress emergency that threatens your home with significant water damage and requires immediate, professional intervention.
A-Keveloh Plumbing Inc. is the first call for emergency sewer rodding in Woodridge, IL. As a second-generation, family-owned company with over 40 years of experience, we have the heavy-duty, professional-grade equipment to clear the most severe blockages, day or night. If you’re experiencing the signs of a sewer backup, don’t wait. Call our licensed team immediately at 630-963-0433.
The #1 Threat to Woodridge Sewer Lines: Tree Roots
Many of our beautiful, established Woodridge neighborhoods are lined with mature trees. While this is a wonderful asset, it’s also the single greatest threat to your home’s sewer line. Older sewer pipes, often made of clay, have joints that are a natural target for tree roots seeking a constant source of water and nutrients.
This tree root intrusion is the most common and destructive cause of main line clogs. Here’s how it happens:
- Infiltration: Tiny, hair-like roots find their way into the pipe joints.
- Growth: Once inside, they flourish, growing into a thick, tangled mass.
- The “Net” Effect: This root ball acts like a net, catching all the waste, toilet paper, and debris (like “flushable” wipes) that go down the drain.
- The Clog: Eventually, this mass becomes so dense that it completely chokes off the pipe, and your home’s wastewater has nowhere to go but back up into your house.
A simple “snake” from a hardware store stands no chance against a solid mat of tree roots. You need a powerful, mechanical solution.
Our Professional Sewer Rodding Solution: Power & Precision
Sewer rodding (or “power-rodding”) is a heavy-duty, mechanical service. It is the most effective method for cutting through and clearing severe blockages like tree roots. Our licensed plumber uses a commercial-grade rodding machine that drives a thick, flexible steel cable down your sewer line.
At the end of this cable, we attach specialized cutting heads. These are not just “augers”; they are razor-sharp cutting tools designed to spin at high speed and:
- Pulverize and shred the dense mat of tree roots.
- Break apart hardened sludge and debris.
- Clear the *entire* diameter of the pipe, restoring full flow.
This equipment is powerful and requires a skilled, licensed plumber to operate. Our technicians are trained to use this equipment safely, protecting your pipes from damage while ensuring the clog is 100% cleared.
Is It a Simple Clog or a Main Line Emergency?
It is critical to know the difference.
- A Simple Clog: A single drain (like your shower) is slow, but all other drains and toilets work fine. This means the clog is isolated in that one “branch” line.
- A Main Line Emergency: You have *system-wide* symptoms. If you notice any of these, stop using all water and call us immediately:
- Multiple drains (sinks, showers) are backing up at the same time.
- Your basement floor drain is gurgling or overflowing.
- Flushing a toilet causes water to back up in your tub.
- You can smell raw sewage in or around your home.
Your Trusted Partner in a Plumbing Crisis
When you’re facing a sewer backup, you need a team that is fast, professional, and honest. As a family-owned Woodridge plumbing company, our reputation, built since 1976, is on the line with every emergency call.
- A 40+ Year Local Legacy: We are a second-generation company. We have solved thousands of sewer backups in DuPage County. We have the right tools and the right experience.
- Licensed, Bonded & Insured: Your home is fully protected. Our technicians are all licensed, background-checked A-Keveloh employees.
- Upfront, Honest Pricing: Even in an emergency, we provide clear, honest, and flat-rate pricing *before* any work begins. We don’t take advantage of your crisis.
- Clean & Respectful Service: We know this is a messy, stressful situation. Our team is trained to be respectful, to protect your home, and to clean the work area thoroughly.
Don’t let a sewer backup flood your home. If you see the warning signs, the time to act is now. Call the A-Keveloh Plumbing Inc. team at 630-963-0433 for immediate sewer rodding in Woodridge, IL, or schedule your service online.
Sewer Rodding FAQs for Woodridge Homeowners
My sewer has been rodded, but the clog came back. Why?
This is a classic sign that you have a persistent tree root intrusion or a structural problem with the pipe. Rodding clears the roots, but it doesn’t *kill* the tree, and the roots will grow back. If you have recurring clogs, we will strongly recommend a **sewer camera inspection** after the rodding. This allows us to see the *exact* cause and location of the problem, so we can recommend a long-term solution (like a preventative rodding schedule).
What about “flushable” wipes?
So-called “flushable” wipes are one of the biggest causes of sewer clogs. **They are not flushable.** They do not break down like toilet paper. They get caught on tree roots or rough pipe edges and build up, creating a “dam” that leads to a massive backup. The only things that should ever be flushed are human waste and toilet paper. You can learn more from the Village of Woodridge‘s own public works department about protecting our sewer system.
What’s the difference between sewer rodding and hydro jetting?
Think of it this way: **Rodding is like a power-drill** that’s used to break up and cut through solid, tough obstructions like *tree roots*. **Hydro jetting is like a high-pressure-washer** that uses 4000 PSI of water to scour the *walls* of the pipe, blasting away years of soft, built-up sludge and grease. We will diagnose your clog and use the right tool for the job.
