Waco Clogged Drain Services

If you've got a clog that's not too severe, you can likely dislodge it with some vigorous plunging. First, you need to make sure you're using the right kind of plunger. If you're plunging a flat drain like in a sink, shower, or bathtub, then you need a cup-shaped plunger—bell or ball-shaped plungers are for toilets. Once you've got your cup-shaped plunger in hand, follow these steps:

1. Put down some newspaper or old towels around the area and change into clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. We're going to level with you here: there could be some splashing.
2. If you're plunging one side of a double sink, plug up the other drain hole with a rag. If it's a sink or bathtub with an overflow drain, plug up the overflow.
3. Add enough water to the fixture to cover the drain.
4. Place the plunger over the drain hole and push it down slowly a few times to form a seal with the suction.
5. Start plunging by pushing down then pulling up sharply.
6. If the blockage comes out and the water starts to drain, congratulations—you've done it! Don't get frustrated if it doesn't happen right away, as it can take quite a bit of plunging to work a clog loose.

Plunging usually works on your basic, run-of-the-mill blockage, but it can take a lot of time and elbow grease. Unfortunately, some stubborn clogs are moved a bit by the plunger's suction, but not enough to get them out of the pipe. The movement compacts the clog and can cause it to completely block off the flow of water instead of just partially like it was when you started plunging. If you've tried your best with the plunger and it only seems to be getting worse, you're going to need help from a professional Waco plumber with some heavy-hitting solutions.

If you are constantly coping with clogs in multiple fixtures, or you think you've got a clog cleared out only to have it reoccur again in a few hours or days, you might have a more serious issue going on in your Waco home—such as tree root intrusion.

Even if you don't have any trees on your property, far-reaching tree roots can wrap themselves around your pipes and constrict, causing cracks. Once tree roots get inside the pipe and touch water they begin to grow rapidly, partially, or completely blocking the flow of water and causing it to back up or take forever to drain out of fixtures.

That depends on how badly you need to use it. If you can avoid using the affected fixture, it may not feel like an outright emergency to you, but it still needs to be taken care of sooner rather than later to avoid more serious issues in the near future.

The good news is, you never have to struggle alone with a clog in Waco, even in the middle of the night or during a holiday long weekend. Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Waco offers 24-hour emergency plumbing service, and our team of experienced plumbers is standing by. You can call us any time of the day or night and we'll be at your door with a smile as soon as possible to get your system back in perfect working order. There's no need to worry that you can't afford emergency plumbing and drain service—we never charge overtime fees, so our services cost the same at midnight as they do at noon.

Never want to look at another plunger, let alone pick one up? Fair enough! The best way to avoid having to use Waco clogged drain services ever again is preventative maintenance. This is especially true in older homes or homes with a history of frequent clogs.

By getting annual plumbing inspections and drain cleaning services, your Waco plumber has the opportunity to stop problems like clogs before they have a chance to cause trouble for you. As an added bonus, your pipes will remain in good condition for longer, and you may be able to avoid a costly pipe replacement.

Whether you're in Waco or a nearby area such as Temple, Valley Mills, or Killeen, you can depend on Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Waco. Our experienced team of technicians provides quality workmanship and goes the extra mile to make sure you're satisfied.

Call us today to request an appointment or tell us about the plumbing issue you've been experiencing in your home. Find out why we're considered Waco's number one choice for reliable Waco plumbing repair and other services!