Unfortunately, all homes or buildings are likely to get clogged drains from time to time. Drains get clogged -- it is that simple. Some plugged drains can be easily fixed by just pouring some vinegar and baking soda down a drain to dislodge an uncomplicated clog. However, other clogged drains are stubborn, and they need professional help. Call West Plumbing LLC for drain cleaning services in Chandler, AZ. We provide flat-rate pricing!
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Signs You Need Professional Drain Cleaning Services
Are you curious if you need professional drain cleaning services? Fortunately, there are signs you can watch for that can indicate you need to schedule services:
- Slow drains: Slow drains can signal the early stages of a clog, pipes that are narrowed due to mineral or grease buildup, or improper grading of your drainage system.
- Recurring clogs: If you have to frequently clean your drains, it can signal you need professional services to completely remove the blockage.
- Multiple drains clogged at once: Having multiple drains clogged at one time can indicate there’s a blockage deep within your main line.
- Foul odor: Odors coming from your drains can indicate food trapped inside the drain or a major issue with the sewer line.
- Flooding: Flooding in your basement or near a floor drain can signal a clog. It could mean eventually the drain will stop working completely, resulting in contaminated water all over the floor.
Causes of Clogged Drains
There are several issues that can lead to a clogged drain. It could be caused by a foreign substance getting stuck in a pipe. This is one of the most common reasons when water suddenly stops flowing as it should, but there could be another, more serious, cause. A broken pipe or an improperly installed pipe could be behind a clog in a kitchen sink or bathtub. West Plumbing LLC has the proper tools and experience to find the source of a repeating clog.
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How West Plumbing’s Experts Can Unclog Your Drain
To unclog a drain, you first need to locate the clog. Our plumbers have the know-how and the necessary equipment to locate a relentless clog, whether it is located in a pipe that runs under your backyard or across your basement ceiling. Once the plumber has the clog in his sights, he uses the right tool for the job. Typically, plumbers will remove the clog by cleaning or by snaking the drain.
With snaking -- or cabling -- the plumber will insert a long, thin, flexible auger into the pipe. It has a metal coil that the expert will twist downward until it dislodges the clog.
In contrast, cleaning the pipe includes cleaning the entire inside of the pipe to remove smaller blockages and major clogs that could lead to issues.
How Roots Can Damage Your Pipes
Did you know your trees’ roots could damage your pipes? If your home is more than 50 years old, it is likely that its plumbing pipes (either cast iron or clay) were simply fitted together and laid under the ground. Over time, the connection between two pipes may have opened up a little or a small hole could have developed somewhere along the pipe. If this is the case, aggressive roots may have entered the pipe and grown inside it, creating an intimidating clog. The rooter has been specially designed to deal with blockages like these – without destroying your pipes.
How Rooters Work
A rooter is a versatile plumbing tool that can be used to take care of any stubborn clogged drain -- not just those affected by tree roots. West Plumbing LLC has extensive experience in locating and eradicating blockages. You can be assured that we will choose the least invasive method to deal with your troublesome drain.
Remember, no clog is buried so deep that our experts can’t find it. If your bathtub suddenly won’t drain, your toilet refuses to flush or your kitchen sink has suddenly gone absolutely dry, West Plumbing LLC will quickly find the blockage, and get rid of it. You will then be filling the tub with soapy suds again in no time.
West Plumbing Has You Covered
We understand that it’s a relief when your clog is uncomplicated and easily fixed. We’re also there for you when a more complicated problem, like an improperly installed pipe, is the culprit. West Plumbing LLC knows how to fix the problem. If your plunger is not up to the job, we are.