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For plumbing and drain cleaning needs, call 301-924-3033 to schedule an appointment today!

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Moth flies, more commonly known as sewer or drain flies, can live and breed in household drains, with occurrences most commonly in bathroom drains. If you notice these tiny insects in your home, have your... https://t.co/FCLs82F3VN

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While we will gladly clean out any drainage problem you may have, using a plunger or cleaning a trap yourself may save you time and money. However, we do not recommend chemical drain cleaners, as they can be caustic, causing damage to pipes and the environment.

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When tree roots extend under a drain line, they can loosen the soil, disturb soil compaction and provide a path for rainwater to seep under the pipe. Alone or in combination, these factors can cause drain lines to sink, settle or crack.

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While it's normal to have a little bit of residue build up in your drain system, this doesn't mean that it's OK to ignore the problem. Without the proper maintenance, a minor blockage will eventually turn into a major clog that might require extensive work.

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If your home was constructed during a particular phase of home building, it may have pipes and drains made from galvanized metal. While these were once quite effective, they can rust, and debris can accumulate in the lines causing clogs and backups.

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In most homes, sink, tub, and laundry drain lines are connected, and the laundry lines are often the source of many drain clogs. Lint from clothing will combine with soaps and softeners and create a plug that... https://t.co/zCKgpliuIe

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Drain lines and sewer systems have long been a fact of life. In the 1600s, Boston homeowners used hollow log pipes to channel sewage to the nearest stream, which prompted Massachusetts to adopt its first water pollution control regulation in 1647.

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Before you buy a home in an older neighborhood, have the drain lines inspected. Why? Homeowners are responsible for the pipe that runs from the house to the street, and old cast iron, clay, or fiber conduit lines are prone to crushing, cracking, corrosion, and blockages.

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Water jetting can help drive clogs out of a pipe and scrub the pipe of any built-up grease, hair, oil or scale from lime ad calcium.

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Video cameras can be inserted into a sewage line to check out how extensive damage is without tearing out a pipe or causing damage.

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While it’s tempting to clean drains on your own, you should resist this. This is because using snakes to clean drains can damage pipes if you lack experience, and many drain-cleaning chemicals are not safe. Our professionals use safe methods of drain cleaning.

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If you have a septic system, and the drains are clogged, we recommend exhausting all possibilities of potential sources for clogged drains. Clearing in-house clogs or replacing broken pipes is easier and less expensive than replacing a septic system.

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Small clogs can be cleared by filling the sink or tub with warm water, then plunging it carefully. However if a sink regularly clogs, it can indicate a problem deeper into the drain line.

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Is water backing up every time you turn it on? Then it’s likely there’s a blockage in the main line. Is water backing up in your sink or tub when you flush the toilet? Then it’s likely there’s a stoppage in a smaller secondary line.

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One of the methods used to clean out drains by drain cleaning experts is water jetting. This uses water at various high pressures. The high pressure of the water can scrub away years of grime, build up, and scales to completely restore water flow.

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If you suspect that a blocked sewer line is the cause of a clog in your home, then it’s important to shut off the water at the source. Call our professionals immediately for further investigation.

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When it comes to professional drain cleaning, there are several factors that help determine the best method of cleaning. These include the severity of the buildup, the presence and location of any clogs, and the material that’s causing the buildup/clog.

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When you take the help of a professional to clean your drainage system, the results last much longer than if you used products available in the market. Our trained professionals are equipped to deal with even the most complex drainage issues.

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If you’re experiencing signs of a partial clog, don’t wait until it becomes completely blocked. Call us as soon as possible so we can remove that clog and clean those pipes.