Posts Categorized Drain Clogged

Clogged drains are a headache and can happen anywhere in the house.  Water starts to drain slowly after a bath or shower.  Or it backs up in the kitchen sink. The toilet might gurgle after flushing.  After awhile a clogged drain is hard to ignore and needs cleaning. If you have water starting to back… Read more »

We’ve all been in a situation involving a clogged toilet (hopefully yours and not someone else’s). A plunger will usually do the trick … but what if you don’t have one on hand? Thankfully, there’s a simple solution that’s just as effective. First you need to stop the toilet from overflowing. If the water looks… Read more »

I have an issue with fruit flies. Are they here because of my drains? Maybe. All plumbing fixtures have self-sealing water traps that store a bit of water in the U-shaped bend. When that water is absent, odors can develop and flies may congregate. Pour in some hot water and treat the drains with bleach…. Read more »

To us, it’s clear why someone might need sewer inspections, but you might need some convincing. Well then, here’s six reasons to consider. First thing: Sewer line replacements are highly expensive, and an inspection can tell you whether or not the sewer line of a home needs replacement. This can help you make a more… Read more »

You may think you know a lot about clogged drain cleaning; well, let’s make sure. Here are five things that everyone should know. First thing: The first thing is that running hot water regularly through drains helps to prevent clogs. You should do this at least weekly to help melt grease deposits that build up… Read more »

This is probably the whole list. There are 4 main drains that can clog inside a home: kitchen, sink, shower, toilet. While clogs are inevitable, a list of the usual suspects to keep under control should help you stay “unplugged” as long as possible! Kitchen sink: Grease. This belongs in a theater near you, not… Read more »

At SOS Drain and Sewer Service, we are happy to help our Minneapolis and St. Paul neighbors when they have plumbing problems. Still, there are times that a homeowner should consider calling a drain professional even if there is not a major problem. The sewage system may seem fine, or there may be small clues… Read more »

A backed up floor drain can cause significant damage and grief, especially in a home with a finished basement. Flooding from a floor drain is usually the result of either a blockage in the main line leaving your home, or because of a backflow of water coming into the house from the sewer system. In the… Read more »

What is hydro excavating? It is a process of moving soil that is direct, more cost-effective, and that results in less trauma to utility lines. It was invented in Canada as means of excavating frozen dirt for the oil and gas industries, and has since been popularized in the plumbing industry. It combines high pressure… Read more »