A clogged drain is an inconvenience and poses a health risk if left unattended. If any sink, toilet, or shower is draining slower than normal in your home, it’s time to call in the experts and prevent a small clog from becoming a big one.
With our professional clogged drain clearing services in Hudson Valley, T.Webber is here to help. Since 1989, we’ve offered fast, professional services to get your drains cleared out and working again in no time.
Signs of a Clogged Drain
A blocked pipe results in water build up, which makes it easier for bacteria to grow and spread. That is why it’s important to be on the lookout for any potential issues with your drains, from your kitchen sink to your bathtub.
The Hudson Valley drain cleaning specialists at T.Webber recommend keeping an eye out for the following warning signs:
- Water Draining Slowly
- Drain Overflowing
- Odd Sounds Coming from Your Pipes
- Two or More Fixtures Clogged at the Same Time
Regardless of the cause, you want to address the clog right away to avoid putting your entire plumbing system at risk. The T.Webber team is here to help with our drain cleaning services for Hudson Valley residents.
Types of Drain Backups
Look for these common drain back up problems in your home:
- Shower/tub backups: We’ll give you one guess as to what the number one cause of these types of backups is. If you guessed hair, you’d be correct. Each time you shower you naturally shed hundreds of strands of hair. Despite how natural it is, it still clogs up your drain.
- Main drain backups: When your main drain gets backed up, check the plumbing fixtures closest to the ground for clogs. Toilets, bathtubs, and showers are usually the first to clog when you have a main drain problem.
- Toilet backups: This is typically caused by something that was flushed that shouldn’t have been like a children’s toy, feminine hygiene product, or too much toilet paper.
- Kitchen drain backups: The main cause of a kitchen drain clog is grease. Unfortunately, grease can be caused by almost anything – even soapy water! – so it’s tough to avoid.
Drain Backup Solutions
Drain problems can be difficult issues to tackle. You need an experienced team with the best tools in the industry to properly access and fix your drain problems, the first time. At T.Webber we may use:
- Camera inspection: At T.Webber Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric we like to perform a camera inspection before we start any of the drain cleaning work. By doing a camera inspection, we are able to find the exact location and severity of the clog so we won’t need to tear open any plumbing or cause any destruction to your home. No guesswork required!
- Drain snaking: For most clogs, a drain snake should do the trick. It will corkscrew through the clog-causing material and break it up enough to flow freely through the pipes, eliminating the blockage.
- Water jetting: However, sometimes a drain snake won’t be enough. This is typically the case for tree roots that get into your line. With water jetting, though, those roots don’t stand a chance. This device sends highly pressurized water quickly into your pipes so it completely obliterates all obstructions.
Professional Drain Cleaning Services
When you notice water draining slowly, it might be your go-to response to grab some liquid drain cleaner. Some small clogs can be managed with at-home products, but they are no match for recurring or larger backups.
Our drain cleaning team is ready to tackle clogs, including:
- Showers
- Bathroom Sinks
- Toilets
- Kitchen Sinks
- Main Line Drains
- Washing Machines
- Sewer Drains
Our extensive experience combined with professional equipment allows us to assess the clog, diagnose the problem, and clear it out quickly.
In addition to clearing your clog, part of T.Webber’s drain cleaning services include the use of BioOne—a natural, friendly bacteria to help eliminate buildup of fats, oils, and grease to prevent future drain issues.
Liquid Chemical Drain Cleaner FAQ’s
1. What type of chemical drain cleaning substance should I use?
If the clog is even close to a serious one, most liquid or chemicals will not work. Soap scum, maybe a little grease? Yeah, a little Drano might do the trick. However, your problem is likely more along the lines of a collapses pipe or overgrown tree roots, in which case chemical substances won’t help you at all.
2. Are there any safety concerns to using harsh drain cleaning chemicals to clear my clogs?
Yes, if you decide to use a harsh drain cleaner with caustic chemicals and enzymes, be sure to use them only in well-ventilated environments as they typically give off some seriously noxious fumes. Here’s a safety tip: if you must use one of these substances, DO NOT use them in toilets without first reading the directions explicitly. The chemicals are so heavy they have been known to sometimes make toilets literally explode. So yes, as with any chemical substance, heed the warning label and you should be alright.
Using liquid chemical drain cleaners on your pipes can be a tricky business. Call our drain cleaning experts today to learn what other options we can offer you.
Why T.Webber?
At T.Webber, we’ve offered fast and reliable drain cleaning services to Hudson Valley homeowners for more than 30 years. Our team is known for:
- Flexible Scheduling with Same-Day Service
- Long Lasting Solutions
- Trained and Certified Technicians
- Friendly, Respectful Service
You can count on us for professional drain cleaning services throughout Hudson Valley—no matter what caused the clog or where it is located. Call T.Webber today.
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