Unclog Sinks and Showers - Fischer Plumbing
Nearly everyone who owns a home or rents and apartment has experienced a clogged drain at some point. It is one of the problems that has haunted homeowners since the first instance of indoor plumbing, and it isn’t something that’s going to vanish anytime soon.
Having a clogged drain or shower can be a very frustrating experience. You aren’t going to be able to do the dishes, brush your teeth or take a shower. The sink or tub fills up with water that just won’t drain, and you don’t know where the problem lies. Clogs can occur for many different reasons.
What Causes Showers to Clog?
When it comes to the shower, many different things can cause clogs depending on the type of drain that you have. An open drain that doesn’t have the proper fittings can allow certain items to slide down the drain that should never be there. Professional plumbers have found many things inside shower drains that cause clogs, from lids off shampoo bottles and pieces of plastic wrap.
Plastic in the drain isn’t the primary cause of shower drain clogs though. In fact, hair is the biggest culprit. Whenever you take a shower or bath, some of your hair may be coming off and getting into the drain. The buildup is a slow process, but eventually it can cause a very touch clog.
What Causes Sinks to Clog?
The main reason sinks clog is because of pieces of food that are stuck in the drainpipes, often at the curve that’s just below the sink. Some types of food that don’t break down as quickly as others do can cement themselves into the pipes, cutting off the flow of water down the drain.
Homeowner Mistakes in Trying to Unclog a Drain
Many homeowners try to remove these clogs on their own. It’s only natural that you want to do it on your own if you can. However, the knowledge and tools the homeowners use isn’t always the best for removing these clogs. Sometimes it can even be dangerous. The chemicals that come in drain cleaners can be very corrosive and they can cause damage to your pipes. In other cases, homeowners try to use found items to “dig” into the drain on their own and try to remove the clog. Often, they end up worsening the situation. There is an easier way for unclogging sinks and showers.
Using a Professional for Your Plumbing Needs is the Best Way
The best and safest way to remove the clogs from your home is with the use of a professional plumber. You might not think that you need a pro for unclogging sinks and showers, but they are going to make the job easier and they are going to be able to do it quickly. The cost of hiring a plumber even for routine unclogging is worth it.
In the Seattle area, Fischer Plumbing has been serving homeowners’ needs for clogged showers and drains since 1977. They have professionals that are willing to come out and help you with all of your plumbing needs.
