Can I Fix a Clogged or Frozen Discharge Line on My Own?

As you notice a problem start to form, you may wonder whether you’re able to fix it on your own. After all, calling the professionals means spending funds, something that sounds rather daunting. The question is whether this is something you can accomplish on your own.  

• Without Professionals 

No doubt, the internet is the home to many DIY approaches to fixing a clogged or frozen discharge line. Some of them might or might not work, but it’s hard to tell what the end result would be. Of course, as a homeowner, you will have the luxury of trying as many options as possible to see what ends up helping, but you are stuck with the majority of the financial burden. 

The longer you attempt to fix the problem on your own, the longer the problem will persist and likely get worse before it gets better. A clogged or frozen discharge line means water will continue to pour into your home, causing untold amounts of damage. Aside from having to spend money on fixing the line in various ways, you’ll also be responsible for fixing the damage to your home before water continues to drain the way it should. 

• With Professionals  

The biggest upside to hiring professionals, no matter the cost involved, is the experience that comes along with the price. Professionals will know exactly what to do in order to stop the clog or fix any frozen lines. There will be no guessing game, and the problem will be fixed as soon as possible, minimizing potential damage to your home. 

Innovative Basement Authority will show up with the right sump pump parts such as the FreezeGuard™ to help fix and prevent such problems from happening again in the future. Our professionals are able to give you the best advice on the best steps, whether it’s replacing the line, fixing an improperly installed line, or changing out the sump pump to one of the SafeDri™ systems.