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Top Five Signs You Need Professional Drain Repair Right Away

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Superior Plumbing & Drains, LLC Experts
January 2, 2025
Top Five Signs You Need Professional Drain Repair Right Away

Are your drains giving off unpleasant odors or clogging often? These are clear signs that you need professional drain repair right away. Ignoring these issues can lead to major clogs, leaks, or even pipe damage. 

Below, we’ve highlighted five indicators that it’s time to call a plumber. For more helpful tips, including advice on drain cleaning, contact us today.

1. Your Sinks Take Forever To Drain

When you run the water in your kitchen sink, does it seem to sit there and drain slowly? While it eventually goes down, the delay is a sign of a partial blockage in your pipes. If left untreated, the water could stop draining altogether. Call a professional to clear the blockage before it worsens.

2. You Notice Smelly Drains

Are you noticing a foul odor, like rotting food or, even worse, sewage? If food is trapped in your pipes, it could be from something you accidentally tossed down the garbage disposal, such as onion peels or pasta. These types of sticky, stringy foods can clog the disposal, as it isn’t designed to handle them.

A sewage smell is a more serious issue. Raw sewage is not only unpleasant but also carries harmful bacteria that can pose health risks.

3. Your Drains Make Unsettling Gurgling Sounds

If you hear gurgling when you run the water, this is one of the biggest signs you need professional drain repair. Gurgling sounds happen when water flows over a blockage, causing the formation of air bubbles. Call an expert to handle the clog before it becomes a bigger issue.

4. You Regularly Reach for the Plunger

Do you experience clogs with alarming regularity? This points to a problem deep in your pipes that you can’t reach. Plunging and using drain cleaners may remove part of the blockage, but unless you address the deeper issue, the clog will keep coming back. A plumber can resolve the problem by running a snake down the line to dislodge anything caught there.

5. You Have Clogged Pipes Throughout Your House

Are your sinks, showers, and toilets all clogging or backing up? This is a sign of a system-wide problem that requires the help of a professional. You most likely have a clog somewhere in the main sewer line that’s impacting your entire house.

To resolve this problem, plumbers may use a technique called hydrojetting, which involves blasting the clog with high-pressure water. It’s a great option for tough situations where tree roots and soil are blocking the line.

Call Our Experts for Professional Drain Cleaning Today

Count on our team at Superior Plumbing and Drains to get your plumbing system back up and running again. We offer speedy service in Monroe, Charlotte, Gaston, and beyond.

To schedule drain cleaning and repair, call us at (980) 372-7151. Learn more today.

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