Sewer Backups & Drain Problems

A slow drain might seem minor, but it can signal a much bigger issue lurking in your sewer line. Sewage backups, persistent clogs, and gurgling pipes are not just inconvenient—they can threaten your family's health and damage your home's foundation.

Putman & Son's Plumbing has served Rochester Hills and Metro Detroit for over 50 years. We specialize in diagnosing the root cause of drain and sewer issues, not just treating the symptoms. Whether it is a grease-clogged kitchen line or a tree root invading your main sewer, we have the tools and expertise to fix it right.

When to Call a Pro vs. DIY

A single slow-draining sink can often be cleared with a plunger or a small hand snake from the hardware store. But if multiple drains are slow at the same time, you smell sewage, or water is backing up through floor drains, that points to a main-line problem that requires professional equipment and experience. Pouring chemical drain cleaners down the pipe can actually make things worse by corroding older pipes.

What to Expect

Our Drain & Sewer Services

We offer two core services to handle virtually any drain or sewer problem:

• Slow Drains & Blockages — mechanical drain cleaning for clogged kitchen, bathroom, and floor drains
• Stubborn Buildup & Root Intrusion — high-pressure water jetting for heavy grease, scale, and tree-root problems

Related Residential Services

• Hidden Leaks & Water Testing
• Backflow Prevention & Testing
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