Usually, there are two main reasons to call your highly-rated local pros at Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Dallas when it comes to handling blocked pipes and hiring a professional drain cleaning service.
- You’ve noticed an underlying problem with your plumbing system
- You’re using preventative maintenance to prevent future clogs
Plumbing problems are usually not caused overnight, but issues tend to sneak up on Dallas homeowners when they least expect it. After all, you're busy living your life—and may have thought to yourself, “It's okay if I flush cooking grease down the sink, just this once...” We've all been there. But the reality is, these “just this time” moments actually result in years of buildup forming a clogged drain. Dallas homeowners may also be a bit behind with their regular maintenance, or they live in an older home with an older plumbing system. Depending on how old your home is, how well you care for your pipes, and when you last had a professional cleaning service, blockages can form in your system without you knowing.
The first signs of a clogged drain can be tough to spot. It might be something as simple as your bath taking a little longer to fill up with hot water, or you may smell sewage wafting from your sink from time to time. These signs may not seem particularly problematic, but it's actually very important to take early action against a clogged drain. Dallas plumbers will tell you that they will get worse over time without professional attention, as ignoring a clogged drain in Dallas can lead to more serious issues, such as overflowing water, pipe damage, or even sewage backup. Therefore, it's crucial to reach out to a professional plumber as soon as you notice these initial signs for a proper assessment and timely solutions for your clogged drain in Dallas.
Although our licensed plumbers are trained to use a wide variety of tools, including plumbing snakes—also called plumbing augers—and plungers, we utilize advanced techniques to clear your clogged drain in Dallas. Many plumbing companies will use toxic, corrosive drain cleaning products to erase buildup in your plumbing system. However, at Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Dallas, we believe in cleaning your plumbing holistically and effectively. It's important to us that your pipes are safe for you and your family. We use a combination of:
- Our cutting-edge HydroScrub® Jetting technology uses a hose to shoot high-pressure water through your pipes and blasts away clogs and serious grime.
- Enzymatic Drain Care™ is an environmentally friendly enzyme-based cleaner that breaks down residual debris.
Without using corrosive and toxic chemicals, our cutting-edge cleaning system will return your drains to peak performance during your service appointment for a clogged drain in Dallas. When the high-pressure water jet clears the clogged drain, Dallas residents will immediately benefit from a better draining experience with no more clogging.
Not only is our technology the best in the industry, but so is our workmanship and customer service. When you hire the team at Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Dallas, our plumbers will show up in a company vehicle, wearing branded uniforms—so you know who's arrived at your door. We also guarantee all our plumbing workmanship and parts, clean up as soon as we are finished, and offer transparent, upfront pricing.
Common Issues We Fix During Dallas Clogged Drain Services
While it’s easy to picture plumbing problems as a sudden pipe bursting and flooding your living room, or a sewer backup in your shower drain, most plumbing issues, such as a clogged drain in Dallas, appear less dramatically in your home.
Although you shouldn't wait until there's a problem to seek preventative maintenance services, all homeowners should familiarize themselves with the signs of a clogged drain. Dallas plumbers on our team are committed to enlightening residents about the common culprits, such as soap residue, sludge, grime, food waste, grease and even objects like baby wipes or paper towels. All these things contribute to creating a clogged drain in Dallas. Keep an eye out for the following red flags to know if your pipes are blocked, and you require a Dallas clogged drain solution:
- Slow Drains: Do you find yourself standing in a few inches of water when you shower? Or maybe your kitchen sink drain takes a really long time to empty? It's likely there's a block somewhere in your pipe system. Standing or slow-moving water in your sink, tub, or shower are common signs of a clogged drain. Dallas has a moderately hard water level, but it’s still better than what Texans have in the southern parts of the state. This means that mineral deposits will build up inside the pipes over time and cause slow drainage, alongside other debris. Generally, these clogs are fairly close to the surface, but they can still cause problems. Water will not be able to pass through your plumbing system as quickly as it normally would. This will dirty your basins quite badly. The blockage could worsen over time, possibly causing a leak or burst pipe.
- Toilet Won’t Flush: If your toilet won’t flush, or it backs up frequently, that’s unusual. Instead, it's likely an indication of a clogged drain. Dallas homeowners could be using too much toilet paper, or worse, flushing items like feminine hygiene products and wipes that are blocking a pipe. Sometimes, children’s toys could accidentally make their way into the toilet—which will definitely cause them to back up. Sometimes issues with your toilet could be a sign of a more serious problem. If you have multiple toilets congested in your home or notice the toilet backs-up when you use appliances like your dishwasher, there might be a block in your sewer line. Your main sewer line is the pipe that all other drains in your home feed into. It could be a tree root intrusion or other debris. All that would impact your entire plumbing system.
- Pools of Water: Have you noticed pools of water in your yard or areas where the grass is much greener? This could indicate blockages in your sewer line. Perhaps tree roots found their way into the pipe, or it was old and cracked. Either way, a leaking sewer line is a very serious issue. It requires the skills of a professional plumber, like the team at Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Dallas, to resolve.
- Foul Smell: No one likes smelling sewage or rotting food in their home. If bad odors are seeping out of your sink or shower and wafting throughout your home, that's another sign of a Dallas clog. Smelly drains are often caused by a buildup of food or hair particles that are starting to decompose. However, if you smell sewage or gas, it could be a couple of issues. Your sewer line may have backed-up, in which case you should call a plumber right away. Alternatively, it could be that your P-trap (the section of pipe below your sink that looks like a “P”) has dried out. Try pouring a small amount of water into your sink to remove that smell.
- Gurgling Noises: It's very common for Dallas homeowners to assume gurgling drains are a natural part of their home’s plumbing system. This is a popular misconception. Your pipes should not gurgle, bang or make any other noises aside from water flushing through. If you hear gurgling, it means there is a clog. Air also flows through your system, and when there's a block, then it can't escape. This causes gurgling and bubbling.
