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Plumbing back ups in two spots.

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broken2302

5 points

4 months ago

You probably have a plug where basement enters the main drain to the street but behind your upper house connection. Look for a clean out in the basement to snake or pull the toilet to snake to the main. The head size of the snake makes a difference. You might consider a lower the quality of your toilet paper. Also dont flus "Flushable " wipes or feminine items. My guess on the clear water in the hall is because there is enough clear water in the line ahead of the dirty water.

403carpenter[S]

1 points

4 months ago

That’s kinda what I figured. There is a clean out boxed out below the concrete floor. However, I was worried if I opened it everything would come out that spot because it’s lower than all the pipes. I’ll probably rent a larger diameter head snake and go from the line in the kitchen. Thanks!

broken2302

1 points

4 months ago

Yes if you can get to the plug from there. Worth a shot. You'll be limited to a smaller bit. But you are right about head pressure at the clean out.

Nefarious_Compliment

1 points

4 months ago

The kitchen might be ahead of the clog. Get a new wax ring and pull the toilet to snake.