What is a drain cleaning service? If the plumbing system in your home becomes less than ideal, either with sluggish water flow, presence of clogs and backups, dirty drains, or water that drains very slowly, you as a homeowner must attend to these issues as soon as possible before they get worse and cause bigger problems. Depending on the situation, you may need to call an expert to deal with these issues as efficiently as possible. A professional drain cleaning service takes approximately two hours and is performed by a licensed plumber using appropriate equipment to ensure the problem is solved quickly, efficiently, and effectively.
Besides being able to diagnose and accurately pinpoint the location of clogs, a professional drain cleaning service provides the following advantages, especially if regularly done:
- Decreases repair costs because it prevents you from having to deal with temporary fixes or problems getting ignored
- Drains that are optimally functioning, wherein they drain faster, preventing stagnant water from forming
- Decreased risk of bacterial or mold growth that may cause health issues
- Prevents foul odors from occurring
- Provides regular cleaning as a beneficial consequence
- Early detection of small leakages points out needed repairs before getting worse
- May increase the life span of pipes and drains
The Drain Cleaning Process
After providing your licensed plumber with any concerns you have, including information regarding your present plumbing problems, how plumbing issues in the past were resolved, and any other services done to the home’s plumbing system, he will go through the following steps:
1.) Perform diagnostic evaluations
He or she will examine plumbing fixtures, pipes, etc., and determine where blockages are so that they can decide on the appropriate equipment to use to be able to approach the problem with precision.
2.) Prepare working area
He or she may use drop cloths, or otherwise employ a method to maintain cleanliness in your home as they does their work.
3.) Use a drain-cleaning machine
To clear clogs, your plumber will use professional equipment such as a motorized auger or a drain snake with a motor or mini-rooter. The motorized auger consists of a metal coil that goes through and disintegrates tough clogs. Sometimes, a hydro-jet washer may be used. Instead of a metal coil, this machine uses water that is ejected from it with enough force and pressure to unclog the pipes
4.) Use a camera for inspection
Sometimes, clogs may be located outside the sewer line. A camera is helpful in determining where this may be so that your plumber can deal with it appropriately.
5.) Test plumbing fixtures
The plumbing expert will test water flow and confirm that the clogs are gone in all or most of your fixtures simultaneously, including sinks, tubs, drains, and toilets. Doing this step also serves two other purposes— it is a way for your plumber to observe whether your plumbing fixtures fit properly, and it will ensure that your pipes get a comprehensive clean.
6.) Inspect with a sewer camera
With a camera mounted on the end of a drain cable or auger, the plumber will check if the clogs are indeed gone. It will also help him to see whether there are any other clogs he missed or if there is any damage that needs to be repaired.
Homeowner Preparation for the Drain-Cleaning Process
You can help make the job go as smoothly and quickly as possible for the plumber by doing the following:
Provide a clear path
Provide a clear path from the point of entry to the access points. It is recommended that you provide space that is wide enough (around three feet) for your plumber to be able to bring in the necessary equipment.
Remove objects, clutter, or personal items around the access point
Clear the access point so that the plumber will have an easy and unencumbered means of dealing with the plumbing concerns at hand, such as being able to get under the sink if needed.
Deal with sewage waste first if the access point is buried in it
Your plumber will not be able to deal with your plumbing issues if sewage waste covers the areas he would be working in. Call an environmental remediation company beforehand.
A professional drain cleaning service imparts excellent results in eliminating clogs and other similar concerns in your home’s plumbing system. It certainly also provides numerous other benefits for the life span of your plumbing fixtures and pipes. If this is something you want done in your own home, call the professionals at Five Star Home Services to deliver exceptional service. Our local plumbing experts will answer whatever questions you may have, so call Five Star Home Services at (833) 405-8009 now!