Water Drainage Problem

[myoldhouse]

Hi, Thanks in advance for all your help and suggestions. My house was built in the 60's. I noticed after I washed dishes, water appeared at the drain outside of my walk-out basement. Any ideas why this happened and how to fix it? Also, the drain outside of my walk-out basement always has some water in it. Any ideas to fix this since when it rains it always back up there. Many thanks for your help.

[joed]

Sounds like a possible blockage of your main line which is backing up through the lowest opening.

[myoldhouse]

Thanks Joed. Inside the furnace room in the basement, there is a big 5" galvanized (I think) tube that ran from the top of the house to the basement floor. There is a square knob for access I think. Is it the place I can access and clean the line? Should I contact a plumber or is it something I can do?

Thanks again.

[Clutchcargo]

There could be roots growing in the pipe outside your house that need to be cut out. You could try it yourself if you have the tools but a plumber or rotorooter guy would have a scope to look inside the pipe to make sure it's clear.

[myoldhouse]

ahh,,got it. Any ideas on how much it would cost (just a range) so that I can watch for ?

Thanks

[Clutchcargo]

I paid $185 in Medford, MA. I don't know how they charge but the distance from was only 25' to the street.

[myoldhouse]

Thanks...I just want to get some ideas on cost. You have been a great help.