Clogged Drain Repair Services: We Can Help With Slow Draining and Clogged Pipes Throughout the USA

If you’ve noticed water pooling in the bottom of your shower, use a drain snake or a drain cleaner product designed for hair and debris. If every drain in the house is clogged or you can’t confidently clear your clog using the steps and home remedies for clogged drains above, contact Mr. Rooter Plumbing without delay.

Are you experiencing a plumbing emergency due to a clogged drain? Act fast to limit the damage. We recommend you take these steps below:

1. Contact your local Mr. Rooter Plumbing team
2. Turn off the shutoff valve to your problem fixture to stop water overflow
3. Turn off your home’s main shutoff valve in more severe emergencies

Sinks can stop draining for many reasons, such as a buildup of soap, food waste blockages, hair, and foreign objects. You may need to call your local service professional for help.

You may be able to unclog your drain using everyday household products. Boiling water may be able to soften and dissolve blockages. Refrain from using boiling water in PVC pipes. Alternatively, pour a one-third cup of baking soda and one-third cup of vinegar down the drain. Some people even see success with one cup of salt and one cup of hot water.

Many service professionals recommend using hot water to keep your drains clean and fresh. Pouring hot water down your drains may dissolve grease, small debris buildup, and soap scum. You can also tip baking soda and water down your drain to create a foaming reaction before following up with a hot water flush. 

Ignoring clogged drains can cause debris like grease, hair, and rust to corrode and damage your pipes. Fortunately, routine maintenance can be the key to saving hassle, fuss, and money.

Unclogging a drain past the P-trap can be a multi-step process, depending on where the clog is. Take these actions or call a service professional:

• Disconnect your stopper
• Remove and clean the stopper
• Snake the drain
• Reinstall the stopper
• Check the P-trap – place a bucket beneath the P-trap and unscrew the connectors with a wrench. Dump out the water and muck into your bucket. Wipe out the pipe to remove any stuck-on debris. Re-attach the P-trap and check your water flow.