As a homeowner, you can expect to deal with a plumbing issue from time to time. One of the most common issues that you might see is issues from your plumbing vents. These vents can become damaged or clogged, which can cause a lot of issues for your plumbing system. It is important to know all you can about this part of your plumbing system. That way, you know when to call a plumber out for issues with your plumbing vents. 

What Is a Plumbing Vent? 

A plumbing vent is also known as a vent stack, and it helps to regulate the air pressure for the plumbing system. The plumbing vent pipes help to remove odors and gas. Fresh air is also vented into the plumbing system to help the water to flow through your drain pipes. No water runs through this part of the system. It is a vertical pipe that comes out of your roof. It attaches to the drain line system. Plumbing air vents will help to prevent wastewater gas and odor from coming into your home. Vent pipes are always placed on the roof, and away from air conditioning units or windows. This helps to keep the fumes from entering your home. 

Problems with Plumbing Vents

When the vents do not work, your home’s drainage system will not function well. If you hear certain sounds or see certain sights,  it may be an issue with a blocked vent. These can include a gurgling sound from your drain, slower drains, or standing water in a fixture. 

When there is a blockage, negative pressure will build up inside the drainage pipes. This will cause an interruption to the water flow. You may be able to clear the clogged drain yourself. If you have a blocked system, you will continue to deal with issues. 

If stoppages continue to happen, sediment can form inside of the drain pipes. This can lead to a lot of damage to your pipes. In fact, some people have not had the issue corrected soon enough. They had to have a complete replacement of their plumbing system.  If you cannot clear the drain with an auger or a plunger, the vent blockage may be severe. Once the vent blockage becomes severe, you will not hear gurgling, and will smell sewer gas. When this happens, you will immediately want to call a plumbing professional. 

Call Us Today

When you need a plumber, please call Harwich Port Heating and Cooling today. Our team of plumbing professionals will come out to determine your issue. We know the importance of having a functioning drain system. We will work hard to ensure that we restore the functionality of your system.