At Elite Plumbing Services, Inc., we recently responded to a plumbing issue in New Port Richey, near the Old 54 and New 54 intersection. A homeowner contacted us with a frustrating problem: their toilet bowl water was draining, but very slowly. They had tried plunging and home remedies, but nothing worked.
🕵️ Diagnosis: Root Intrusion at the Flange
Our experienced technician suspected what many overlook—root intrusion. Once we began investigating, it didn’t take long to confirm it.
A tiny gap between the toilet flange and the concrete slab created just enough space for water-seeking roots to make their way in. Roots can enter in thread-like strands, thinner than a human hair, but over time they combine and grow into thick ropes, sometimes stretching up to 5 feet long!
🌱 Roots: Nature’s Silent Pipe Invaders
This wasn’t the first time we encountered this type of root invasion. We’ve seen roots as thick as a human arm inside residential plumbing systems—and this New Port Richey case was no different. These roots are incredibly persistent, growing toward even the smallest source of moisture.
🛠️ Our Plumbing Solution
We carefully removed the invasive roots and treated the area to help prevent future growth. If left untreated, these roots could completely block water flow or even cause pipe damage.
Fun Fact: Roots don’t need much room. Even a crack smaller than your pinky finger is enough for a tree root to find its way in.
👨‍🔧 Live in New Port Richey? Experiencing Slow Drains?
If you’re in the New Port Richey, Trinity, or Port Richey area and you notice slow flushing or strange gurgling sounds, don’t wait. Root issues get worse—and more expensive—over time.
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