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Maplewood, MO, Drain Repair. Your shower doesn't drain right. Or your sink leaks every time you run water. Or water has started to back up one of your drains (the associated health risks make this an emergency). Whatever isn't working right, you know one thing: There's a problem with your drain.

If you're worried about trying to fix this yourself, don't panic – we can help. At Drain Cleaning St. Louis, we want to help you keep your drains in both clean and working condition. Our licensed, skillful plumbers are well-practiced with Maplewood homes' water systems, and are prepared to make repairs at any job, even if it was originally just a cleaning.

Something up with your pipes? If so, call us today at 314-972-2233 or contact us online to schedule an inspection. We're available 24/7 and can have someone out shortly.

Indicators Your Maplewood, MO, Home's Drain Requires Repairs:

Some signs that your home's drain needs repairs are obvious – for example, if you see a crack in the pipe or the drain itself, you know something needs to be repaired or replaced. But with your home's plumbing system all interconnected, some drain problem indicators could have different root causes.

That all said, knowing the different signs is important to identifying the problem correctly. The more occuring in your plumbing, the more likely they will require professional plumbing services to come out and fix the issue.

Slow Drains

Watch out for your drains not working as fast as they used to. Watch out for sudden changes, but also keep an eye out for it gradually getting slow over time. In either case, it's probably due to a clog, though with different types of debris. Sometimes the clog can be cleared with a plunger, but if that doesn't help, it's possible that something else is causing the problem.

Foul Odors

Bad smells originating around your drain can have a variety of causes, with varying degrees of risk. If the scent isn't overly strong, it might just be that your drain needs to be cleaned. But if it's constant and/or sickening, there's a risk your pipes are struggling with sewage backup, mold, or bacterial growth. These can be the result of a serious problem with your home's plumbing.

Multiple or Recurring Clogged Lines

If only one appliance is clogged, then there's a good chance that the issue is with the single appliance. But if drains all over your house, or a specific section of it, are having issues, that could be a sign of an issue deeper in the pipes. Similarly, if blockages keep occurring over and over again, there's a higher chance that something needs to be repaired, rather than just cleaned.

Water Backing Up or Overflowing

Don't assume that the appliance which is having trouble draining is also the source of the clog. For example, if your laundry room sink is backing up water while you are running the washing machine, there's probably a block somewhere in the room's plumbing that affects both appliances. An overflowing toilet is also likely the result of a clog.

Gurgling Sounds

It's common for Maplewood, MO, homes to have a bit of gurgling in their pipes, but watch out for frequent, regular, or long-lasting gurgles coming from your drains. Gurgles are indicators that there is air stuck somewhere in your pipes that can't get out. This can be either from a blockage or because of a broken pipe letting extra air in.

If your Maplewood, MO, home is showing any of the above symptoms, but you don't know what the root cause is, a drain camera inspection can give you answers. By inserting a state-of-the-art camera into your drains, we can view the pipe's condition behind walls and identify issues like cracks, clogs, and tree roots. Regular inspections can also help prevent issues or catch small problems before they turn into big ones.

Common Causes of Drain Problems in Maplewood, MO

If you're noticing several of the symptoms above, your drain probably needs to be repaired. You'll want to call a plumber for professional drain cleaning and repair services as well as advising on other preventative measures you can take to protect your home's plumbing. We're prepared for anything that we find in your home's plumbing. These are some of the root causes for drain issues that we often find in Maplewood, MO:

Wear and Tear

Wear and tear is inevitable, though there are things you can do to minimize its effects on your pipes. After enough usage, you'll find that at least one of your home's pipes will need repairs. With proper care, you shouldn't need to replace your pipes for more than a decade, but having highly acidic or mineral-dense water can bring about corrosion.

Hair

Hair is one of the most common causes of shower and bath clogs. Even though it's not particularly bulky, if hair bunches up, it can latch onto the pipe or drain and make it harder for water and other debris to flow past.

Soap

While most people don't think much of soap as it washes down the drain, it's actually a common cause for drain problems. If you use too much, the soap runoff will latch onto minerals in the water, forming scum that can clog your drains and worsen other problems.

Oil/Fat

Unfortunately, a lot of people don't know that you're not supposed to send fats, oils, or greases down your drains. Even if they are liquid when you pour them down, they'll very likely solidify deep in your drains or pipes, making clogs and causing friction.

Food Waste

A garbage disposal can help, but ideally, it's a bad idea to send food products down your drain, as the solids can easily get stuck. Compost it or toss it out instead.

Tree Roots

Even though there's typically another root cause, particularly with sewer lines, tree roots could be making the problem worse. When sewage leaks in your yard, Maplewood, MO, trees try to extend roots and eventually down into the pipe itself.

Over-the-Counter Drain Cleaners

In spite of their name, the drain cleaners you buy at the grocery store may actually do more harm than good. They can cause health risks, harden after you use them, and corrode your pipes.

If you're facing draining or plumbing issues in Maplewood, call a drain expert to unclog your drains and fix them. At Drain Cleaning St. Louis, our goal is to get your pipes back to working order, whether they need to be cleaned, repaired, or replaced. No matter what the root cause is, we're ready to help you fix it.

How to Prevent Drain Problems

We get it – plumbing repairs are no fun to go through. Between the expenses and the initial stress, we'd all like to avoid broken drains. Regular inspections help, but between those, here are some steps you can take to protect your drains:

Avoid putting solids down the drain. Or anything from the list above. Any of these can pile up and cause both blocks and friction.
Use a Drain Cover/Strainer. This can protect your drain from anything that accidentally tries to flow down.
Clean Drain Covers/Strainers Regularly. Once you have them, taking care of them is important so that they remain effective.
Run hot (not boiling) water down your drains regularly. Hot water helps dislodge matter that's stuck to the sides of your pipes. Boiling water can damage your pipes, though.
Use a water softener or filter. If your water is particularly acidic or mineral-dense, softening it protects your pipes.

Being proactive will protect your Maplewood, MO, drains from damage. Sometimes, your drains will still need to be repaired, but the better you watch out for your home's drains, water, and sewer lines, the longer they'll last.

Drain Cleaning STL is Ready to Repair Your Maplewood Drains

Whether only one of your drains is clogged, or your whole Maplewood, MO house is experiencing water backups Drain Cleaning St. Louis is ready to act fast and repair it. Our expert plumbers are fast and friendly, with extensive training and experience fixing Maplewood drains.

We have been serving Maplewood, MO homes since 2011, and focus on improving our service every year. Today, we are proud of our status as a master plumber and drainlayer, and carry insurance/bonds to protect your home from any damage.

Call us now at 314-972-2233 or contact us online to set up a checkup or repair appointment now. We also offer same-day service for drain cleaning emergencies.

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