Clogged Drain? Ditch the Drano & Call a Plumber

Concerned you might have a clogged drain? Clogged drains are one of the most common plumbing issues plumbers deal with.

Neighborly Plumbing & Services in Millcreek is your friendly plumbing company ready to help you with your clogged drain. Pouring chemicals down the drain in hopes of unclogging it yourself are often ineffective and even harmful to your health. Let the experts help you!

Signs of a Clogged Drain

The odor coming from your drain is a very common sign there is a clog in the pipes. That stench you smell is rot. Not only is it offensive, the bacteria festering in there is harmful.

Here are some other common signs of a clogged drain:

• Water that drains slowly.
• Water backing up from the drain.
• Gurgling noises coming from toilets or drains,

Call Neighborly Plumbing &Services in Millcreek right away if you are experiencing any of these issue,

Dangers of a Clogged Drain

Daily hygiene and care habits can take a hit to your home's plumbing. Oftentimes hair, product buildup, grease, and toilet paper/wipes are the main offenders of a clogged drain. It’s very important to keep your pipes flowing and free from all the debris.

If a clog is not properly dealt with, the clog could cause a serious break in the sewer line causing destruction to your home, and your pocketbook, in its path. A break in the sewer line is a main concern of plumbers, and it can be easily avoided by having your drains cleaned.

The Science Behind Drano & Why it Doesn’t Work

If a clogged drain isn’t promptly dealt with some very serious, and very expensive, issues can arise. People are often tempted to take care of clogs themselves by pouring harsh chemicals like Drano down the drain. That is not only most often very ineffective, it’s dangerous.

The science behind Drano and products alike is “to dissolve” the clog. That process takes time and can cause some major problems to your Millcreek home’s plumbing.

As these caustic chemicals sit in your pipes attempting to break down whatever is stuck, these chemicals are also damaging your pipes. Depending on the age of your home and the types of pipe throughout- Drano is eating away at the very pipe the clog is stuck inside.

Dangerous and ineffective. The clogged drain generally goes unclogged and instead creates a pipe full of poisonous, stagnant water.

How to Unclog a Drain the Right Way

No toxic chemicals used here! Our expert plumbers are able to find the clog in your drain, and clear it with a technique that is effective and safe for the health of you and your family.

Many cases, we use what's called a power auger to remove clogs in your bathroom or kitchen. A powerful tool that clears the pipes, allowing your water to flow freely and function the way your home’s plumbing should. Our plumbers will even manually go in and remove clogs if need be.

If you need to have your drains cleaned or you have any other plumbing concerns, give us a call. Our experienced plumbers are available to service the Millcreek area 24/7.