A slow draining shower or bathtub can be extremely frustrating and can have several different causes such as; lack of regular drain cleaning, a build-up of hair, or a build-up of soaps or other beauty aids. When this happens most people reach for the chemical drain cleaner right away, STOP. There are safer and more…
DetailsThough it may not seem like it drain lines and sewer piper are one of the most important parts of your home. Sewer lines transport the waste from your home to the municipal treatment system and a nonfunction drain or pipe brings about sheer disaster. These drains have constant wear and tear which can eventually…
DetailsThe Sewer line is the largest and probably the most important drain in your home. They are susceptible to a number of different problems including the following: Tree Roots: Tree roots can infiltrate your sewer line over time. They can damage your line and eventually causing them to break and collapse. Bellied pipe: This is when a…
DetailsWhen having a blockage in your sewer it is usually not too difficult to tell that there is a problem. Like if there is a loud gurgling sound coming from your toilet or a drain. Or if your is raw sewage coming back up the drains. while knowing that there is a problem can be…
DetailsIf your bathroom or kitchens drains seem to be draining slower than usually than you most likely have a drain clog. Drain clogs can be one of the more annoying problems in your home so we have some simple tips to prevent them. Even after following all these tips you are still experiencing frequent drain…
DetailsYou most likely have seen floor drains in public restrooms but floor drains are also in many other places such as commercial kitchens, garages, basements, laundry rooms, and even some residential bathrooms. Floor drains are great because they capture the overflow from sinks, toilets, tubs, etc. and prevent the room from flooding. Though floor drains…
DetailsHair clogs are common in every bathroom but here are a few things you can do to prevent them! Install Drain Covers Drain covers can be a great way to prevent clogs from ever happening. There are two types of Drain Covers, Top Drain screens and Underneath Drain Screens. Installing a Top Drain screen is…
DetailsDrain maintenance is an important part of keeping your home’s plumbing healthy. So we have broken it down into three simple tips for maintaining your home’s drains. 1. Keep these things AWAY from your drain There are a few things that you should never put down your drain but first and foremost: NEVER put pour…
DetailsProfessional drain cleaner, like the experts at Smith Drain Solutions, will do several things to determine the cause of the problem and the best way to fix it. This includes: At this point, the plumber or drain cleaner can determine what’s causing the problem and the most cost-effective way to correct it. When it comes to plumbing system…
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