How to Clean Drains

If you need a drain clean out, there are several methods you can use. For minor clogs in sinks, showers, or bathtubs, you can try pouring very hot (but not boiling) water down the drain or using a mixture of baking soda and vinegar. For moderate clogs you can try a sink plunger or a drain snake. For serious clogs, you will likely need to hire a local plumber to come out and unclog it for you. A plumber will use their specialized tools to find the clog and remove it. Sometimes, this may involve removing the P-Trap under the sink to clean it out of stubborn stuck debris or to get deeper into the pipe to get to the source of the problem. Licensed plumbers know how to snake drains safely as well as utilize more advanced techniques like hydro jetting pipes to get tough clogs out.

But whether you end up needing to call a local plumbing company or not, it’s never a good idea to pour chemical drain cleaners down your pipes. These products may be effective at getting your clog out, but they can also damage and weaken your pipes, leading to much bigger problems over time like cracking and breaking. Additionally, they are very dangerous to your skin and lungs, which means that using them can lead to health issues for you or your family. If you suspect that the clog might be bad enough that you’ll need to call in the pros, you definitely don’t want to use any sort of chemical clog removers because they can splash out when a plumber is working on your pipes, seriously injuring them.

When you need a plumber to unclog a drain, give us a call at 1 (800) 674-9130. We service the greater Chicago area and offer both plumbing during regular business hours as well as 24-hour plumbing services for emergencies. Find out why we are Chicago’s trusted plumbing company today! 

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How to Find Local Sewer Jetting Companies
Is Hydro Jetting or Rodding More Effective?
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What is Hydro Jet Drain Cleaning?
Hydro Jet Plumbing Explained
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Drain Cleaning Plumbers and Clog Removal
Emergency Clog Removal with Roto Rooting
How to Find Local Drain Cleaning Services
How To Clean a Drain with Baking Soda