A Sewer Back Up Can Result In A Flooded Basement And Extensive Damage. The Ansewer May Be A Sewer Check Valve. In certain areas of the country a public sewer back up may cause a flooded basement. A public sewer may back up due to heavy rains or over development in the area. Other possible causes of a sewer back up could be a high groundater table, a malfunctioning public sewer, and various other causes as well.

As in all of these cases a sewer back up does not mean that thehouse sewer is defective or needs to be cleaned. A backwater check valve many times can be the solution to stopping a flooded basement from happening and stopping a public sewer back up. A sewer check valve is a one-way valve that automatically closes and only lets water out, not in, when water attempts to enter the house sewer system. A backwater check valve (sewer check valve) is a very simple and dependable device.

Removing dirt or debris from the flapper inside a sewer check valve is vital for it continue to work properly. Removing four screws with any number of simple tools provides access to the check valve, with maintenance only taking minutes.  No special skill or tools are needed, and this maintenance will ensure many years of dependable operation. It is also very important that the sewer check valve be installed on the street side of the house trap. By installing the device in this manner it will ensure that a public sewer back up never reaches the point of the house trap where sewerage can possibly leak out.

It is highly recommended that a licensed plumber specializing in sewer work be used for this type of work. Most reputable plumbers will have experience installing sewer check valves professionally and successfully for many years and have a long list of satisfied customers.

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