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  • Apr 18, 2024
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Future-Proofing Your Home's Water Drainage

In Calgary, homeowners are no strangers to the whims of nature. However, climate change is reshaping these familiar patterns, bringing new challenges to our doorstep. At 24/7 Restoration, we've witnessed firsthand the impact of extreme weather. . .

Dealing with Sewage Backup: Steps for Immediate Response and Safety
  • May 12, 2023
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Dealing with Sewage Backup: Steps for Immediate Response and Safety

Immediate Actions After A Sewage Backup Ensure Personal Safety: The first consideration when facing sewage backup is personal safety. Wear protective gear such as rubber gloves, boots, and a face mask to minimize contact with contaminated. . .

Causes Of Septic Tank Sewage Backups | Restoration Calgary
  • Jan 16, 2023
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Causes Of Septic Tank Sewage Backups

Septic Tank Sewage Backups: The Typical Causes Clogged Septic Filters Septic tank outlet filters stop solids from getting into your drain field. When too many solids build up, it causes the drain field to become overloaded and a sewage backup. . .

Why Use Professional Restoration Companies?
  • Jan 02, 2023
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Why Use Professional Restoration Companies?

Benefits Of Restoration Companies Fully Remediate Damage If you’re not trained to address problems that occur to your building, you might miss some important steps while trying to make repairs. For example, if water damage or mold damage is. . .

Common Causes Of Sewage Backups
  • Nov 02, 2022
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Common Causes Of Sewage Backups

Potential Causes Of Sewage Backups Flooding If there are heavy rains or snowmelt, the sewer main may become overwhelmed and this can lead to backups in the home. Either water will start backing up into the home due to increased water in the. . .

Help! Why Do I Have A Sewage Backup?
  • Oct 01, 2022
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Help! Why Do I Have A Sewage Backup?

Sewage Backup Causes Clogged Drains You’re probably familiar with a clogged drain that leads to a backup. This is the most common form of sewage backup and it can happen very quickly. A clogged drain can happen the moment something too big or. . .

The Health Risks Associated With Sewage Backup
  • Aug 02, 2022
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The Health Risks Associated With Sewage Backup

  Bacteria That Can Be Brought Into Your House Through A Sewage Backup E Coli Sewage water can contain a variety of bacteria, but one of the most common forms of bacteria found in sewage is Escherichia coli, commonly known as E. coli. . . .

How To Maintain Your Plumbing To Avoid Sewage Backup
  • Jul 08, 2022
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How To Maintain Your Plumbing To Avoid Sewage Backup

Care For Your Pipes To Avoid A Sewage Backup Be Careful What You Flush A majority of sewage backups are caused by drain clogs. While sometimes this is because the toilet can’t handle the quantity trying to be flushed, it can also be because. . .

Can Heavy Rains Cause Sewage Backup
  • Jun 02, 2022
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Can Heavy Rains Cause Sewage Backup?

Sewage Backups During Storms Heavy Rains And Sewage Backups When there are heavy rains (or large snowmelts), the municipal sewer system that is designed to take water away from the home can actually backup. The sewers can become overwhelmed. . .

24/7 Restoration - Blog - Greywater vs Blackwater What Is The Difference
  • May 10, 2022
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Greywater vs Blackwater: What Is The Difference?

The Different Types Of Wastewater Blackwater This is wastewater from bathrooms and toilets. This water can contain feces, urine, or other bodily waste and is considered biohazardous. The more common name for blackwater is sewage, and this. . .

24/7 Restoration - Blog - Should I Have Sewage Backup Insurance
  • Apr 15, 2022
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Should I Have Sewage Backup Insurance?

Sewage Backups And Your Home Sewage Backups And Insurance Not every insurance provider includes sewage backup insurance on every policy. Many insurance companies will charge extra for sewage backup insurance and this cost is dependent on factors. . .

24_7 Restoration - Blog - Sewage Backup 101 What You Should Know
  • Mar 04, 2022
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Sewage Backup 101: What You Should Know

What To Know About Sewage Backup Not All Waste Lines Are The Same.   Sanitary Sewer Line. The drain lines in your home are not all the same: the tub waste line, the toilet waste line, the laundry waste line, the kitchen sink waste line,. . .

24_7 Restoration - Blog - How To Prevent Sewage Backup
  • Feb 04, 2022
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How To Prevent Sewage Backup

Tips To Avoid A Sewage Backup Don’t Pour Grease Down The Drain. This includes cooking oil, bacon grease, fat from cooked meats, or anything else that will congeal when it cools. Pouring grease down the drain, especially repeatedly, can easily. . .

24/7 Restoration | Blog | Signs You May Have A Sewage Back Up
  • Sep 09, 2021
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Signs You May Have A Sewage Backup

Your Sewage May Be Backing Up When…  Prevention is the best way to deal with a sewage backup. Solving the problem before it gets out of hand can severely limit the damage it may inflict on your property一not to mention your health. In most. . .

Sewage Backup
  • Jul 01, 2021
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How To Handle A Sewage Backup

When The Spillage Is Small  Your toilet or sink backing up is not usually a cause for alarm. The spillage is likely limited and can be easily contained within the room. As long as you are taking proper precautions, you should be able to clean up. . .

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