The most effective form of root control for sewer lines

Temporary control is done by cutting the roots with a sewer cleaning machine. The problem with cutting the roots is that it does not provide a long term solution to the problem. Pruning the roots injures them which causes the cut area to rapidly re-grow. The "pruning effect" often leads to bigger and bushier roots over time. A chemical called Vaporooter is the most effective form of root control because it not only kills the roots it inhibits regrowth. Vaporooter is used mostly in municipal sewers but can be installed in residential sewers as well. It is installed with a foaming agent to penetrate the root mass ensuring full chemical contact on all root and pipe surfaces. The installation of Vaporooter needs to be done by a professional. Call your local plumber or sewer and drain service company to see if they provide this service.

Grease trap maintenance for FOG

This post is mostly for the restaurant owners and managers out there. A major cause of sewer blockages across the United States is the accumulation of fats, oil, and grease (FOG) in the sanitary sewers. Many sewer districts across the U. S. have implemented a FOG control program. A major part of that program is grease trap maintenance. Grease traps or grease interceptors are installed outside of the restaurant and are underground with only the lid exposed for maintenance. These grease traps allow for the separation of FOG so it does not enter the sewer system. Grease traps only work when properly maintained, so proper grease trap maintenance is to have it pumped out and cleaned by a licensed grease hauler. Most grease haulers offer discounts on pumping if you sign up for their grease trap maintenance program. Penalties for non compliance of an implemented FOG control program range from fines to having your water shut off. It is extremely cheaper to set up a grease trap maintenance program with a grease hauler then to be in non compliance of a FOG control program.