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A slow drain is annoying. A backed-up main line is a disaster. The good news is that most drain problems start small and give you warning signs, so the trick is knowing when a plunger will do and when it is time to call a plumber. Here is how we handle drains across Norco and Corona.

We clear drains across Norco and Corona, every day of the week.

The drain problems we see most

In homes around Norco and Corona, the usual suspects are hair and soap in bathroom drains, grease and food in the kitchen line, and tree roots working their way into older sewer pipe. Flushable wipes are another big one, they do not actually break down, and they love to catch on anything in the line.

Snaking versus hydro jetting

Not every clog needs the same tool. A drain snake (auger) is great for a single, localized clog, like hair in a shower line or a blockage close to the fixture. Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to scour the entire pipe wall clean, which is what you want for grease buildup, roots, or a line that keeps clogging no matter how many times it gets snaked. We carry both and use whichever actually solves the problem. Our drain and sewer service covers it all.

Signs the problem is your main line

One slow drain is usually local. But if several fixtures are slow at once, your toilets gurgle when the washer drains, or you catch a sewage smell, that points to the main sewer line, and that is worth a fast call before it backs up into the house.

• Multiple drains slow at the same time
• Gurgling toilets or drains
• Water backing up in a tub or shower when you flush
• A sewage odor inside or in the yard

Keeping your drains clear

A little prevention goes a long way. Keep grease out of the kitchen sink, use strainers to catch hair and food, and never treat wipes as flushable. If you have older sewer pipe or trees near the line, a periodic camera inspection catches root intrusion before it becomes a backup.

A couple of common questions

Are chemical drain cleaners safe? Not really. They can damage older pipes and often just push the clog down instead of clearing it. Mechanical clearing is safer and lasts longer.

How often should drains be cleaned? For most homes, only when you notice slowing. If you have recurring clogs or roots, a yearly cleaning keeps things flowing.

KDP Plumbing handles drain and sewer work across the area. See our drain and sewer service, our Norco and Corona plumbing pages, or request a free quote.