Drains. Every home has at least one, and we rarely give them a second thought—until they have a problem.
Maybe your shower isn’t draining away water as fast as it once did, or there is a suspiciously rotten smell coming from the kitchen sink. Whatever the issue, once your drain problem is obvious, it’s generally too late to apply a DIY fix.
Just like anything in your home, your drains need regular care, and a drain cleaning service might be just the thing you need to make sure there are no unexpected plumbing disasters when it’s shower time.
Curious about why regular drain cleaning is a necessity? Let’s take a look into what’s really going on down there in your pipes.
The secret life of drains isn’t the most glamorous topic, but it is an important one. Over the lifetime of a drainage system, everything you put down the sink, flush down the toilet, or wash from your body ends up accumulating in the pipes that carry away your wastewater.
Soap scum, hair, grease, food particles, you name it. It’s a slow-motion plumbing disaster just waiting to happen. Eventually, this gunk creates blockages and continues to build until you’re dealing with a backed-up toilet and sewage floating in the shower.
Yuck.
If this doesn’t sound like your ideal Saturday night, it’s important to have your drains regularly cleaned well before they turn into a full-blown nightmare.
If you’re in Atlanta and Athens, GA, SLAM Plumbing is your local drain-saving team. Whether it’s a slow shower drain, a stubborn clog in the kitchen, or some mysterious brown water in the driveway, SLAM Plumbing has the experience and the tools to handle it all.
SLAM Plumbing’s drainage cleaning services cover the whole spectrum:
We don’t just bring expertise, but peace of mind. Why? Because clean drains are the first step in ensuring your household plumbing infrastructure doesn’t break down.
It’s a small investment with major returns, and it will save you from issues (and wallet-draining repairs) down the road.
When you’re driving your car, and it starts making strange noises, you take it to a mechanic to identify the small problem before it becomes a big (and expensive) one.
With your drains, the same reasoning applies. Before the bad smells start and before your sinks start to back up, it’s a smart investment to have your drains checked out and cleaned.
Sure, you could ignore it and hope for the best, but the thing with drain problems is that they rarely get better on their own.
Here’s why regular drain cleaning with SLAM Plumbing is a smart decision:
It’s tempting to just grab yet another bottle of liquid drain cleaner to clear the latest blockage, but here’s the thing: they’re just a quick fix. They can even do more harm than good.
Chemical drain cleaners like sodium hydroxide erode your pipes over time, create dangerous vapors, and merely prolong the inevitable.
And what about drain snakes? They’re good for removing a small local clog but can’t reach deep enough to get to the real issue. They can also damage your pipes if used too frequently, so it’s really not worth breaking your plumbing just to save a few bucks.
Professional drain cleaning services like SLAM Plumbing use specialized equipment to get your drains as clean as possible—without damaging the pipes. And since they’ve seen it all, they know exactly how to clear blockages as quickly and safely as possible.
Trust the pros with drain cleaning. You’ll be glad you did.
Now you’re a bit more drain savvy, let’s look at some signs your drains will show when it’s time to call in the experts.
Here are the signs that your drains are crying out for help:
If you catch these signs early and call in the professionals, you can avoid costly emergency repairs down the line.
At SLAM Plumbing, we don’t mess around when it comes to cleaning your clogged drains. Our expert team uses a range of techniques to ensure that we fully clear every single clog and break up every blockage.
First up is drain snaking. We send a flexible, super-powered wire into the pipes that twist and turn to break up anything that’s stuck inside.
For the really stubborn blockages, we use hydro jetting. Here we use high-pressure water to blast away grease, grime, and build-up that’s even too sticky for the snake to get.
SLAM Plumbing can also perform sewer line cleaning services to catch any issues occurring beyond your property before they back up and cause problems inside your home. With our camera inspection, we get deep down inside your pipes to make sure that everything is truly clear.
For those who want to be proactive about their drain health, we also offer preventative maintenance to stop clogs before they even start.
When it comes to keeping your drains in top condition, SLAM Plumbing is your local drain cleaning services expert in Atlanta and Athens, GA.
We offer a complete range of drainage cleaning services that are backed by years of experience in cleaning drainage systems in both residential and commercial properties.
Trust us to handle your drainage issues safely and efficiently, all in line with industry standards.
From dealing with a clogged shower to clearing tree roots from sewer lines, SLAM Plumbing is here to ensure your pipes flow clean—day or night.
Reach out today for quality service that you can count on for any plumbing emergency.
The cost varies widely depending on the complexity of the job, how many issues are present in the system, and the job location. SLAM Plumbing offers the most competitive rates in the Atlanta and Athens, Georgia area.
It’s recommended to give your drains a professional cleaning at least once a year. But if you’re experiencing frequent problems with clogs and slow drains, you might want to schedule a visit from a plumber sooner rather than later.
It sure does! Clean drains mean better water flow and less turning on the tap to try and flush out the gunk left behind after slow draining. All of which contribute to a lower water bill over time.