When a stubborn clog slows your sink or shower drain to a trickle, it’s tempting to grab a bottle of liquid drain cleaner and pour your troubles away. But while these chemical concoctions promise fast relief, they often do more harm than good—both to your health and your plumbing system. What you really need is professional drain cleaning in Levelland, TX.
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Liquid Drain Cleaner? Why You Shouldn’t Use It
Monday, June 23rd, 2025Gurgles and Blurps: What’s Wrong With My Drains?
Monday, April 14th, 2025We’ve all been there—you’re brushing your teeth or rinsing the dishes, and suddenly you hear it: gurgle, blorp, or maybe a weird bubbling noise from the sink, tub, or toilet. It might be easy to brush off the strange sounds as harmless, but they’re usually a red flag that something deeper is going on in your plumbing. So what’s really causing the noise?
There are two main culprits when your drains start talking back: a partial blockage in the drainage system or a problem with your sewer vent. Both are common, and both can lead to bigger, more expensive problems if ignored. So do you need drain cleaning services in Lubbock, TX?
Don’t Let These Drain Noises Surprise You!
Monday, October 16th, 2023The chilly season is right around the corner, which means we might be spending more time indoors and using our appliances. This is all well and good until you hear a strange noise come from your drain. What gives?
While it’s likely not a ghost, it is likely that you need a plumber. A gurgling sound from a drain, whether it’s in the bathroom or the kitchen, can indicate one of two possible problems. Here’s what you need to know.
Hydro Jetting Is Quick and Saves You Money
Monday, May 1st, 2023Do you have trouble with your drains? Are they slow? Do obstinate clogs crop up more often than you’d like? Are there unpleasant smells? You’ve probably spent much too much time and frustration, and possibly money, trying to deal with it. We’ve got a better solution for you! Have you heard of hydro jetting? It’s amazing, and can completely resolve your drain issues. We’ll tell you all about it.
The Best Ways to Clear a Clogged Drain
Monday, April 3rd, 2023Why You Should Hire a Pro for Your Drain Cleaning
Monday, January 23rd, 2023If you have a clogged drain in your house, whether a kitchen sink, a shower, or a toilet, what do you do?
- Grab a plunger and try to force the clog out.
- Take a drain snake (drain auger) and try to break apart the clog.
- Pour chemical drain cleaner down the drain.
- Call a professional for drain cleaning.
The first two are good instincts, and we definitely recommend you try them. For simple clogs, they’ll often work. The third is an unfortunately common reaction, and one we wish people would banish from their minds. Chemical drain cleaners are harmful to drains, people, and the environment.
The fourth choice is the only choice that’s guaranteed to get your drain unclogged, so if the plunger and the drain snake won’t do the job, call our professionals and we’ll see the clog is removed with professional drain cleaning in Lubbock, TX.
A Guide To Preventing Drain Clogs
Monday, June 13th, 2022It’s our hope that you can make it through your homeownership without ever experiencing a huge plumbing mishap. But it’s unrealistic to believe that you will never face a plumbing issue. Whether it’s the holiday season or the middle of summer, there are going to be times that you are harder on your plumbing system than others, and as a result, you may experience a plumbing problem or two–with drain clogs being at the top of the list for common plumbing repair calls we receive.
We’re going to start by saying that if you do have a drain clog, the last thing you want to do is reach for that bottle of chemical drain cleaner you got at the store. These “solutions” are actually quite caustic, with chemicals that cause corrosion and leaks over time. Additionally, these chemical liquid drain cleaners don’t flush all the way out of your plumbing system, so they can create future clogs themselves.
When you do have a drain clog, you’ll want to contact a professional plumber to effectively relieve it and possibly even prevent it from occurring again. Plus, there are things you can do to prevent drain clogs on your own, too. Read on to learn more!