Clogged drains are a problem many homeowners face but that doesn’t make them any less inconvenient. If you’ve tried nearly everything and you still have clogged drains, it’s time to turn to the professionals.
Professionals, like us plumbing contractors at Pacific Plumbing and Drain, have the tools and experience to unclog the toughest drains–the ones filled with years of hair, coagulated cooking grease, soap buildup, and even toys.
Whether you’re skeptical about drain cleaning services or simply want to know how plumbers unclog drains, we’re going to talk about how we clean out your pipes.
MINOR DRAIN CLEANING
When we’re called out on a drain cleaning job, we’re there to clear the obstruction and make sure it’s dealt with for good, not just for the meantime. And we do that by using a drain snake. Also referred to as an auger or rooter.
DRAIN SNAKES
A drain snake is a long and flexible cable with an uncoiled spring or auger at the end. They can be manual or motorized. A plumbing contractor puts the head of the cable down your clogged pipe and begins to uncoil it, allowing the head to move deeper in your pipe. As it rotates it eventually clears away the obstruction.
Drain snakes are an effective tool. They can be used to clear nearly any obstruction including roots in your mainline, but they should be used safely and properly to avoid damaging the inside of your pipes.
MAJOR DRAIN CLEANING
When the obstruction is deep in your plumbing or your drains haven’t been cleaned in a long time, they may require alternative methods.
SEWER LINE CAMERAS
Sewer line cameras are specially designed to fit into plumbing systems. These flexible devices have a light and small camera unit attached at one end and produce a live feed to a monitor attached to the other end. They allow plumbers to inspect the entire length of your pipes so they know exactly what is causing the clog and where.
HYDRO JETTING
Hydro-jetting uses highly-pressurized water to clear obstructions. Think of it like a pressure washer for your pipes. We’ll insert a hose into the cleanout pipe in your sewer system, then open the nozzle to allow the stream of water to enter. At around 4,000 psi, hydro-jetting is very effective at clearing tree roots, grease, hair, and other obstructions in your pipes without damaging them.
NEED PROFESSIONAL DRAIN CLEANING?
Sometimes you may not be able to clear a clog on your own, but don’t fret. Contact Pacific Plumbing and Drain. We’ve got the tools and knowledge to locate and clear any clog, no matter how stubborn it is. So give us a call today. We have 2-hour appointment windows and 24-hour emergency plumbing service!
