Complete Guide to Sewer Cleaning & Maintenance in Wichita, Augusta & Andover

Healthy sewers mean a healthy home. Fixy’s here to help homeowners in Wichita, Augusta, Andover, El Dorado & Maize understand sewer pipes, root issues, and how to prevent big headaches.

🏠 Types of Sewer Pipes: Past & Present

From 1920s clay lines to modern PVC, here’s what might be under your yard:

• Clay Pipes: Old but durable — but crack easily and attract roots.
• Cast Iron: Strong, but rusts inside — common in mid-century Wichita builds.
• PVC: Today’s standard — lightweight, durable and corrosion-resistant.
• HDPE: Flexible — great for modern trenchless sewer relining.

🚫 How Sewer Problems Start

• Blockages: Grease, wipes and debris build up fast in older lines.
• Roots: Big Kansas trees search for moisture, busting through tiny cracks.
• Aging Pipes: Older clay or cast iron naturally weaken and collapse over time.

🕵️ Diagnosing Fixture vs. Main Line

Not sure what’s clogged? Check where it backs up:

• 🚽 One toilet or sink? Local clog — try a plunger.
• 🚿 Multiple fixtures? Branch line — call Fixy’s pros.
• 🏠 Whole house? That’s your main sewer line — see our sewer scope service to pinpoint it fast.

📞 Could It Be the City Main?

If your neighbors on Douglas in Augusta or Rock Rd in Andover have the same problem, it may be the city’s issue. Call Wichita Public Works or Andover Public Works.

✅ Stop Sewer Trouble Before It Starts

• Only flush toilet paper — never wipes or paper towels.
• Collect cooking grease in a can — not your drain.
• Book annual inspections — Fixy’s sewer repair team can scope your lines.
• Plant trees away from your main line — or install root barriers.

🌊 Wastewater: From Your Drain to Kansas Rivers

In Wichita & Augusta, wastewater runs to treatment plants before returning to rivers like the Arkansas. Keep harmful chemicals & wipes out of your drains to protect our water.

💡 Fixy’s Tips

Ready to check your drains? Contact Fixy today for fast, friendly local help.