Cold weather brings its own set of plumbing issues to the NYC metro area, on top of the usual drain and sewer problems.
Frozen or Restricted Ground Movement
Frozen ground can shift and stress older sewer lines, sometimes worsening existing cracks or misaligned joints that were previously manageable.
Grease Solidifies Faster in Cold Weather
Grease poured down kitchen drains solidifies more quickly in colder pipe temperatures, making winter a common season for kitchen drain backups.
Holiday Cooking Strains Kitchen Drains
Heavy holiday cooking means more grease, food waste, and dish washing running through kitchen lines than the rest of the year — a common trigger for backups right when a plumber is hardest to reach.
Basement Backups From Winter Storms
Heavy winter rain or snowmelt can overwhelm combined sewer systems in older neighborhoods, leading to basement backups during and after storms.
Being Prepared
Having a 24/7 plumber on call before winter hits means you're not searching for help during a holiday backup.
Call AAA Sewer & Plumbing Clean Out at 718-594-3918 — available 24/7 all winter long.