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Drain Clearing
Do you need professional drain clearing services? At TRIO Heating, Air & Plumbing, drain clearing and cleaning are daily jobs for us, and we’ve developed a reputation for quick work, quality service, and lasting results for our clients. Discover everything you need to know about our drain clearing service, why it matters, and how we help keep your plumbing system in perfect condition.
What Is Drain Clearing and Why Does It Matter?
Drain clearing is a plumbing service that removes severe blockages from drain systems. There are various obstructions that may need to be cleared, though the most common are fats, oils, and grease (FOG), tree roots encroaching on underground pipes, and masses of hair trapped in the drainpipe.
Drain clearing ensures your fixtures drain quickly and predictably, allowing sinks, tubs, and showers to be used safely. By having drains professionally cleared, you also avoid serious and costly issues such as pipe ruptures or backups. Plumbing drain services also eliminate foul odors that might be rising from drains.
Common Signs You Need Drain Clearing Services
How do you know when it’s time to call a pro for clogged drain repair? Here are the top signs to be aware of:
- Persistent slow drains
- Completely blocked drains
- Foul odors from drains (especially sulfuric, moldy, or human waste smells)
- Gurgling sounds from pipes
- Standing water around drains
- Water backing up in your sinks or toilets
What Causes Recurring or Stubborn Drain Clogs?
Does it seem like your drains are constantly getting clogged? While many DIY methods claim to clear slow drains or remove blockages, most are at best ineffective. Chemical drain cleaners may clear a small portion of a clog, allowing water to drain temporarily, only for the clog to recur shortly afterward. Failure to address the issue at its source results in a frustrating cycle of slow, blocked drains.
How Professional Plumbers Clear Blocked Drains
The best way to deal with a blocked drain for good is to work with a professional drain-cleaning and clearing team. Plumbers specializing in drains use a variety of tools and techniques to eliminate stubborn clogs, ensuring the drains are completely clear. After your pro is finished, you’ll enjoy fast-flowing, odor-free drains for a much longer period than any DIY method will give you.
The type of clog determines the best way to clear it. Kitchen drain clearing differs from bathroom drain clog removal because the typical debris causing the blockage is different. Most plumbers use a combination of mechanical techniques to clear drains and restore normal flow from your sinks, tubs, and toilets.
Hydro Jetting and Other Advanced Drain Clearing Methods
One of the most effective ways to address a tough drain clog is with hydro jetting services. This tool uses a stream of high-pressure water to cut through whatever is blocking the drain, whether it’s a clump of hair, a buildup of grease, or even a tree root. Think of hydro-jetting like a specialized pressure washer, blasting away residue and blockages at up to 35,000 PSI. While hydro-jetting is generally a safe approach, it’s not always recommended for very old or fragile pipes.
Drain-clearing pros use additional advanced tools in different situations. They may use a specialized drain-snake camera to inspect the blockage and confirm complete removal, and mechanical drain augers are sometimes used to dislodge debris from the pipe walls.
Generally, plumbers avoid using chemical treatments to clear drains. While they may sometimes help deodorize after mechanical cleaning, they’re generally considered ineffective, temporary solutions to a more stubborn problem. It’s unlikely you’ll see your plumbing pro pour a bottle of drain cleaner down your sink.
Why Drain Clearing Is Different from Drain Cleaning
Drain clearing offers an immediate fix to severe blockages, punching a hole through a major clog to allow water to flow. Many people rely on emergency drain clearing when they suddenly find their sink or shower rendered useless by a clog. Drain cleaning, on the other hand, completely removes all residue and buildup from the insides of the drainpipe, which helps prevent drain backups and reduces the odds that you’ll need emergency or same-day drain service in the future. It’s common to combine these services: first, clear the drain to allow water to flow out, then clean the drainpipe to prevent the clog from reappearing.
How Regular Drain Maintenance Prevents Plumbing Emergencies
The best way to deal with drain clogs is to prevent them in the first place. For the best results, we suggest having your drains professionally cleaned about once a year. This stops any buildup from becoming a serious clog, ultimately saving you time, money, and stress.
Beyond professional maintenance, be careful about what you put down drains. Dispose of fat, oil, and grease in the garbage, not your sink, and use drain strainers in bathrooms and showers to keep hair from forming a clog somewhere down the line.
Why Choose TRIO Heating, Air & Plumbing for Drain Clearing
Why work with the team at TRIO Heating, Air & Plumbing when you need drain help? Our team handles dozens of clogged drains each week and has developed a keen sense for how to address these issues quickly, reliably, and permanently. In addition to extensive training and certifications for our plumbing team, we use specialized drain-clearing tools to ensure quick, high-quality service for your drains.
We always use the right tools for the job, whether it’s hydro jetting, mechanical augers, or a combination of approaches. At every step, you can count on us to treat you and your home with the utmost professional courtesy, provide guidance on drain maintenance you can do yourself, and answer any questions you may have throughout the process.
Perhaps most importantly, we’re here to provide real, long-term support, not quick fixes and temporary solutions. A clogged drain might not seem like an emergency, but once you realize you can’t take a shower, wash your hands, or clean your dishes, you’ll see that having reliable, professional help on call is an absolute necessity for this issue.
We’re available whenever you need us, whether it’s first thing Monday morning or the middle of the night. Give us a call anytime for drain services you can truly trust.
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