What Is a 2-Way Sewer Cleanout?
Shane Austin • September 30, 2025

What Is a 2-Way Sewer Cleanout?

When a sewage line leak or obstruction occurs between your Pennsylvania home and the street it's situated on, scheduling Horsham sewer repair is your responsibility. That can be a tough pill to swallow, seeing as such plumbing services can become expensive in little time, but the good news is that there are steps you can take to significantly lower those costs. 


Installing a 2-way sewer cleanout is one of these options, and the following details will reveal how it can help you save during even the most crucial moments:


2-Way Sewer Cleanouts, Explained

A 2-way sewer cleanout is a sewer line connection that resembles a “Y” shape, with two lines or ports connecting directly to the main line. Plumbers, in turn, are given the ability to access the line from two different directions, which makes it easier for them to clear blockages upstream (leading to the house) or downstream (leading to the street).


The Benefits of a 2-Way Sewer Cleanout

There are a few reasons to consider adding a 2-way cleanout system to your sewer line that go beyond simply making your plumber’s work easier, such as:


Waste Elimination

With a sewer blockage, drain backups can lead to unpleasant waste in your home. In the process of clearing the stoppage, plumbers can use a 2-way cleanout to send waste in a different direction. That, in turn, prevents the mess often associated with Horsham sewer repairs.


Saving on Plumbing Repairs

Fixing a sewer blockage is a costly process that involves the use of heavy machinery and intense labor, but a 2-way cleanout simplifies that process. Dual access makes everything easier, from diagnostics to clearing the line, resulting in lower labor and property owner costs.


Preventing Property Damage

Without a 2-way cleanout, plumbers can only force blockages upstream, which means your drains will back up and flush waste into your home. Beyond repairing the sewer, you’ll also be left with indoor property damage to manage.


Better Sewer Maintenance

After installing a 2-way cleanout, your plumber can use the dual access to provide more effective sewer cleaning services. Regular cleanings make blockages and other sewer problems far less likely. Your plumber can also use the 2-way system to test for leaks inside your home, helping you protect your entire plumbing system.


Professional and Speedy Horsham Sewer Repair

When you partner with Mallard Plumbing & Mechanical, you can rely on our high-quality and cost-friendly services. We can install a 2-way sewer cleanout on your property or fix any plumbing problem. Contact us to schedule service today!

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