PLUMBING TIPS
Keeping Your Drains Flowing
Drain strainers can help keep hair and food out of pipes. If a clog comes back, several fixtures slow at once or a drain gurgles, the issue may be farther down the line and worth a closer look.
What does a recurring clog tell you?
A drain that slows down again after clearing may have buildup farther along the pipe. If several fixtures drain slowly at once, the affected section may serve more than one fixture. Those patterns help the plumber decide where to begin; they do not identify the cause on their own.
What should you tell the plumber?
Make a note of which sinks, tubs or toilets are affected, when the problem started and whether you hear gurgling or see a backup. Mention earlier attempts to clear the line. A clear history can help our team understand what keeps returning.
Drain cleaning or a camera inspection?
The right next step depends on the condition of the line. Drain cleaning addresses a blockage, while a camera inspection can help identify a deeper issue. Our team can discuss whether hydro jetting or another approach is appropriate.
Keep everyday buildup out of the drain
Use drain strainers to catch hair and food, and empty them regularly. When a clog keeps coming back, let us take a closer look. Tell Next Plumbing where you are in Lafayette or Acadiana and which fixtures need attention.
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