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Columbia Drain Repair Services

Anyone who uses a plumbing system on a regular basis—which is virtually everyone—has to deal with the unpleasant, messy and frustrating reality of a clogged drain line from time to time. As annoying as they are, clogs are a part of life and can usually be handled fairly easily with a plunger and some determination. But sometimes you get those problems that just don't go away, no matter how many tips and tricks you try to get your plumbing system back to normal. If you're struggling with a plumbing issue that is affecting your wastewater disposal lines, put down the plunger and call in our plumbing experts for Columbia drain repair services.

It's very common for homeowners in Columbia, SC, and everywhere else to notice minor problems with their drainage system—and then simply pretend they didn't notice and continue going about their daily routines. While that's actually pretty understandable, just crossing your fingers and hoping the issue goes away almost never works out well. Instead, the problem continues to grow bigger and nastier until it causes a major headache for your household that absolutely can't be ignored. By that point, the necessary Columbia drain repair will be a lot more time-consuming and difficult, so it makes sense to get it taken care of sooner rather than later—while it's still a minor issue that a professional plumber can quickly resolve.

When you sense trouble is coming down the drain pipe, rely on your local, qualified Columbia plumber to get it under control so you can have the peace of mind that you won't be forced to deal with plumbing catastrophes such as sewer line backups. Our team of reliable plumbers at Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Columbia SC are proud to provide an outstanding quality of workmanship, combined with excellent customer service that goes the extra mile.

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  • One of the first questions homeowners tend to ask us when we arrive to deal with Columbia drain repair is, "How did this happen, anyway!?" What occurs inside wastewater disposal lines is a complete mystery to most people because it's all tucked away out of sight and out of mind. But the inner workings of your plumbing system can have a big impact on the comfort and convenience of your household, so it's well worth knowing what caused the problem that requires drain repair. Columbia, SC plumbing systems can be damaged or affected by a wide range of potential problems, and naturally, we won't know what caused your specific issue until we get a good look at the trouble spot. That being said, here are some of the most common causes of issues that need professional Columbia drain repair services.

  • Your kitchen may only have one major plumbing fixture, but it's a critically important one. Your kitchen sink is among the hardest-working parts of your system. That's especially true if you have a chef in your family, but even in households that prefer takeout overcooking, the kitchen sink gets a lot of use—and tends to do double-duty as a trash can, even for stuff that really shouldn't be going down the drain. In fact, the number one cause of a kitchen sink clog is that someone rinsed something down the drain that doesn't really belong there.

    Your kitchen drain lines are really only intended for wastewater. If you have a garbage disposal, you can throw certain types of food scraps in there, but otherwise, there should only be wastewater and soap scum going into your lines. There's a good chance the problem in your kitchen that is calling for Columbia drain repair is caused at least in part by FOG: fat, oil, and grease. Many homeowners will pour liquid grease into their sink and rinse it out of the basin with a blast of hot water. That gets it out of the fixture, but when it enters the pipe, it coats the interior and then solidifies to form a sticky coating that holds on to anything and everything that follows it down, creating a disgusting, smelly, rotting blockage that can put the entire fixture out of commission until your plumber arrives for your Columbia drain repair service.

  • Your bathroom doesn't just have the most fixtures connected to wastewater lines—it also has the greatest variety of drain types, from bathroom sinks and shower drains to your toilet. When it comes to Columbia drain repair issues in the shower or bathtub, the problem is most often a big clump of hair that has caught other clog-causing materials such as soap scum, exfoliant beads, and flakes of mineral scale from hard water deposits. This problem is unsanitary and can smell downright awful, so it definitely calls for a Columbia drain repair service. On the bright side, there's an easy way to avoid it (or at least cut way down on hair clogs): use a simple, inexpensive hair catcher over the drain to prevent hair and other debris from slipping into your wastewater lines.

    Toilets are, of course, another story. They are designed to handle wastewater, toilet paper, and human waste—that's it. But accidentally or otherwise, a lot of other stuff ends up getting flushed. Small children are often very curious about flushing, and they can cause some major jams in your wastewater line if they aren't taught (or simply don’t retain what they’ve been told) how to use the toilet appropriately. Some of the many things our team of plumbers have discovered during Columbia drain repair include:

    • Tissues and paper towels
    • Diapers
    • Baby wipes and "flushable" wipes, which are not actually flushable!
    • Small toys and personal items
    • Razor blades, shampoo bottle caps, and other bathroom trash
    • Newspaper and other types of paper
    • Cotton balls and ear swabs
    • Feminine hygiene products
    • Medication
    • Food scraps
    • String and dental floss
    • Cigarette butts
    • Cat litter
    • Beauty products
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Sewer Line Blockages And Breaks

When it comes to drain repair, Columbia, SC plumbing systems typically suffer from clogs and blockages caused by stuff that was dumped or flushed through fixtures. However, there are situations where you may encounter symptoms that seem like a basic plumbing repair problem but are actually located much deeper in your main sewer line. Maybe you have a clog that just won't go away, no matter how hard you try to dislodge it, or maybe you think you've taken care of a blockage only to have the fixture clog up again the very next time it's used. Those are warning signs that you're dealing with something more than a run-of-the-mill clog, like tree roots intruding into a buried line. This needs to be handled by a professional plumber before far worse symptoms as sewer line backups occur.

If you find out that your system is in desperate need of sewer repair or sewer line replacement, you may be dreading the thought of having your lawn and landscaping ripped apart by a big, muddy trench so the lines can be accessed—not to mention the time-consuming hassle of getting the trench dug. The expert plumbers at Mr. Rooter can save you time and stress with trenchless sewer line repair and replacement techniques that only require two small holes to be made—one on either end of the stretch of the line that needs to be repaired or replaced.

Why Choose Mr. Rooter for Drain Repair, Columbia SC?

It's non-negotiable—we need our plumbing systems to work perfectly each and every time we use them to ensure our comfort, health, and safety. That's why it can be so aggravating to encounter plumbing issues and be forced to take time out of your schedule to deal with it, especially if you're not sure where to turn for help.

When you call the expert plumbers at Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Columbia SC, you can rest assured the plumbing system on your residential or commercial property is getting the best quality of service from our experienced, local plumbers. We will show up on time for your scheduled appointment, in uniform, and take the time to thoroughly investigate and diagnose the problem. Then, we'll clearly explain our recommendations and offer an upfront cost for the work involved so you can make an informed decision on what's best for your household. Count on us for Columbia drain repair, drain cleaning services, water heater installation, and a wide array of other plumbing repair, installation, and maintenance services.

Call Your Local Plumber For Reliable Columbia Drain Repair Services

Do you live in Columbia, South Carolina, or part of the surrounding area such as Lexington, Irmo, or Red Bank? Trust the experienced plumbers at Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Columbia SC to provide dependable commercial and residential plumbing services.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Columbia Drain Repair

If you are interested in learning more about Columbia drain repair and our other reliable plumbing services, call us to speak with our friendly customer service staff. You can also read a few of our replies to questions that we are frequently asked by homeowners in Columbia, SC.

  • If you find raw sewage backing up in your toilet or shower, you know you definitely need a Columbia drain repair service. But before it got to that point, there were probably some less obvious warning signs. If you're aware of the indications that you need drain repair help, you can call a plumber before it reaches the level of a sewer backup. Here are some of the signs that indicate a Columbia drain repair service is necessary:

    • Low water pressure in one fixture
    • Slow drains
    • Water not draining at all
    • Odd noises or foul odors from drains
    • More than one fixture clogged at the same time
    • Leaks where pipes connect to fixtures
    • Puddles and other signs of interior water damage
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