Slow Drains
Slow drains are a problem for many homeowners. More often than not, are get ignored though. After all, while it’s a nuisance, a slow drain doesn’t actually hinder the operation of your home’s plumbing, right? But, a slow drain is usually a symptom of larger problems to come. If ignored, a slow drain can quickly turn into a clogged drain which creates backups in your fixtures or lead to full blown leaks.
Whether you have slow drains, either in one room or throughout your home, call Wickstrom Plumbing, Heating & Cooling. We provide immediate drain service for customers throughout the Boise area and can get yours back on track in no time.
Slow Drain Problems
Drains can slow up for many reasons. The most common reason is a buildup of debris and sediment in the pipes. This usually happens when too much stuff goes down the drain that shouldn’t. Kitchen grease is a major culprit in slowing drains. It sticks to the sides of the drain pipes and holds food in place. It can take days or even weeks for a full clog to develop. In the meantime, the drain pipes simply slow down.
Another cause of slow drains is a clog in the actual sewer line. This can occur because something was sent down the drain that shouldn’t have been. From paper towels being flushed down the toilet to hair down the shower drain or food down the kitchen sink, eventually that stuff can cause a back up.
In some cases, the pipes might have a layer of scale built up from high mineral levels in the water. This is usually accompanied by low water pressure as the buildup occurs on both sides of the fixture. If this is the case, there are a number of water treatment solutions available to reduce build up and clear away existing scale.
Clearing Slow Drains
If you have chronically slow drains that plunging or hot water don’t seem to help clear, give us a call. We offer a full range of services to first identify the source of the slow drains and then quickly resolve the issue. Our technicians use video pipe inspection to check for clogs and build up in your sewer line, and when necessary our high pressure jetting system clears out any obstructions from your drain pipes and sewer line.
If larger problems are present, like tree roots in your sewer line, we will quickly find the problem and devise a solution without disturbing your property any more than necessary.
Slow drains may seem like a small problem, but when left unchecked, they will eventually develop into something more substantial. That’s when you need to call Wickstrom Services. Our Boise and Nampa metropolitan area drainage experts have been resolving issues with clogs, leaks, and burst pipes for years. Call us today if you’re experiencing any sort of slow drainage issues.
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