Serving Newtown, 18940
Clog Removal in Newtown, PA
Sewer line clogging in old Newtown borough? About 59% of homes predate 1940, so the clog is often a clay lateral full of roots under a historic yard. Call now. A real person picks up 24/7.
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Old house, big tree, toilet backing up?
Why it happens in Newtown
Census figures place the median Newtown Borough home at 1938, with about 59% built before 1940 and 71% before 1960. Old laterals under mature trees are clay with mortar joints. Roots grow into them and catch paper until the toilet and floor drain back up.
What to try, and when to call us
A plumber's cable with a root cutter clears it. A camera shows whether the pipe is still sound.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Joint authority's sewer or your lateral?
What causes it in Newtown
The Borough of Newtown lists the Newtown Bucks County Joint Municipal Authority, (215) 968-4109, as its sewer provider. The authority sends quarterly sewer invoices, now by email if you sign up. WHYY reported the authority board voted 3-2 to halt plans to build its own treatment plant.
What you can do right now
The authority handles the main. The lateral from your house is yours.
Source: Borough of Newtown
Twin or row home and the neighbor's drain is slow too?
Why Newtown homes see this
About 29% of Newtown homes are attached. In older twins and rows, drains can join before they reach the street.
When to stop and call
If both sides are slow, stop using water on both and have the shared section cleared.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Why drains back up in Newtown
The local numbers behind the problems above, each with its source.
What to Do While You Wait in Newtown
Skip the chemical drain cleaner. It can splash back and it can't clear a main line.
- Stop running water if more than one drain is backing up.
- Don't pour chemical cleaner into standing water. It can splash back when the plumber opens the line.
- If you know where the cleanout is, clear the area around it.
- Keep children and pets away from dirty water.
Where We Take Calls
Newtown, Bucks County, ZIP codes 18940. Not sure your address is covered? Call and we'll check.
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Clogs We Take Calls For in Newtown
Clogged Toilet
Toilets that won't flush, bubble or overflow onto the floor.
Signs, safe steps and what the plumber does
Clogged Kitchen Sink
Sinks and disposals backed up with grease and food.
Signs, safe steps and what the plumber does
Emergency Clog Removal
Toilet overflowing, sewage at the floor drain, water everywhere.
Signs, safe steps and what the plumber doesWho provides sewer service in Newtown Borough?
The Newtown Bucks County Joint Municipal Authority, (215) 968-4109.
Why does my old Newtown house keep backing up?
About 59% of homes predate 1940. Roots in old clay laterals catch paper and come back.
Is Newtown building a new sewer plant?
WHYY reported the authority board voted 3-2 to halt plans to build its own treatment plant.
How is Newtown sewer billed?
Quarterly by the joint municipal authority, with email invoices available.
Where these local facts come from
- U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates
- U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-year estimates for Newtown (borough), via Census Reporter
- NOAA NCEI, 1991-2020 climate normals, Neshaminy Falls station (USC00366194)
- Borough of Newtown, Services
- Newtown Bucks County Joint Municipal Authority
- WHYY, Newtown sewer plant project paused
Figures are the latest published by each source. Pricing and availability are set by the plumber.
Drain Backed Up in Newtown?
Call Clog Crew now and get it cleared.
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