Get a Head Start Into Spring (Drain) Cleaning!

Is Drain Cleaning on the Spring Cleaning Checklist? It Should Be!

It’s that wonderful time of year when the weather starts warming up, the birds start singing, and flowers and plants are growing around every nook and cranny. It’s also the standard time of year to get the dust and grime of the home cleared out. That’s right- spring has arrived!

Spring cleaning comes with plenty of to-do list tasks. Dusting, washing, and clearing out the house are usually the first things that come to mind. But every homeowner should add one extra task to their to-do list: cleaning the drains.

Drain Cleaning: Why Does It Matter?

Not many people think about having the drains professionally cleaned. After all, there are a million store-bought solutions to fix a clogged drain, right? Well, sort of.

Professional drain cleanings work a heck of a lot better than DIY solutions. Plus, DIY drain cleaner simply can’t get deep down into the hidden problem areas of a drain. DIY solutions typically can’t remove or break down bigger clogs, and over time they can actually contribute to the deterioration of the pipes.

There are more perks to having drained professionally cleaned than just having a smooth-draining tub. A plumbing professional will also locate any potential damages or risks in the drains during a professional cleaning and find any areas in need of repairs or replacement before any severe damage or flooding can occur.

Drain Cleaning: What Are the Professional Methods?

There are two critical tools in a plumber’s toolbox that homeowners might see during a standard drain cleaning.

• Drain Augers: Think of drain augers as a motorized drain snake. A long metal coil is fed into the drain. The coil is attached to a motor which turns the auger at a high enough speed to break up most clogs. These are not tools for DIYers, though. Augers operate at a fast enough speed that, when misused, they can damage the pipes.
• Hydro-Jetters: Hydro-jetters use water pressure to clear even the most stubborn drain clogs. The plumber will feed a hose into the drain and blast water through the drain to clear out any blockages. Hydro-jetters are great for preventing future build-up.

Drain Cleaning: How To Maintain Drains Between Professional Cleanings?

After a professional drain cleaning, homeowners won’t have to work too hard to keep their drains clean before the next cleaning. There are a couple of easy solutions homeowners can apply to keep the drains running smoothly between cleanings.

• Install Strainers: Clogs happen when hair, chunks of food, and other debris makes their way down the drain. Homeowners can prevent this from happening by putting strainers in the tub and sink drains to catch anything trying to invade the drains.
• Common Household Supplies: Running vinegar or baking soda down the drain periodically can help keep debris from building up in between cleanings. It doesn’t take much- just a sprinkle of baking soda or a cup of vinegar will do the trick.
• Stop Clogs Before They Happen: It’s essential to keep an eye on what is going down the drain. Any large chunks of hair or debris should be stopped from going down the drain.

Cleaner drains mean a cleaner house just in time for Spring!

About Hall’s Plumbing

Since 1995, the friendly team at Hall’s Plumbing has provided the best plumbing service to their Woodland, CA neighbors. Their family-owned and operated company focuses on being budget-friendly, providing upfront estimates and flat-rate pricing for every job. Homeowners can trust the experts at Hall’s Plumbing to take care of all their Woodland, CA plumbing needs!