Inspection and Maintenance of Drains In Sedgwick County
In and around Sedgwick County drain cleaning in Wichita KS is crucial to keeping a homeowners or business plumbing system working properly. While a regular inspection of any plumbing system is important there are some common signs you can be on the lookout for to know it’s time to get your drains cleaned. If your plumbing system experiences one or more of the following it’s time to call a professional Wichita Plumber who can remedy the situation quickly and efficiently.
Common Signs Your Drains Need Cleaning:
One or more of the fixtures in your home is draining slowly: One of the first places you will notice a slow drain is in sinks. If just one sink is draining slowly you can attempt to flush the clog yourself with a combination of hot water and either baking soda, vinegar, or a mild detergent. If more than one area is experiencing slow drainage it’s time for a professional drain cleaning by a licensed plumber.
You have mold in or around your drain: If you have mold growing you will probably be able to tell by the nasty smell it gives off. It loves dark damp places and may also be a sign you have a leak. If mold is present you will have to hire a professional mold removal company to take care of the problem. Mold can be extremely bad for your health and that of your family and pets as well. Once the mold problem has been eradicated have a plumber come and clean your drains.
Something doesn’t smell right: If you smell something nasty close to your drains it may be because of a sewer line that has cracked causing toxic gases to be released. Your best option, in this case, is to call upon the services of a qualified plumber who can find where the bad odor is coming from and correct the problem.
Increased water bills. All things being the same if your water bills are increasing but you are using about the same amount of water there may be a leak or clog in your pipe. A qualified plumbing technician with the right equipment will be able to conduct an inspection and find where the leak or obstruction is occurring.
Rats or bugs in kitchen or bathroom: While the presence of unwanted rodents in any area of the home is something to be concerned about when you find them in either the kitchen or bathroom it may be a sign of a problem in the sewer line. There may be a crack that is allowing these unwanted guests to infiltrate your home. During a sewer inspection, a qualified plumber should be able to detect any openings or cracks and then repair them as needed.
Toilets and sinks keep backing up: water is meant to go only one way through sinks and toilets and that is down. If you find that water is coming up and overflowing the usual culprit is a backed-up or blocked drain. If this happens toxic sewage will begin to spill out and make quite a mess. This is the time most people call a plumber in a panic to fix the problem as soon as possible. A plumber will be able to tell after some investigation if it is an isolated problem or more involved deeper down the line. Routine inspections can usually catch this type of problem before they turn into a costly mess.
Routine cleaning of the drains in your home is one of the best things you can do for your household or business plumbing systems. Even if you have never had this service performed before because you think your plumbing system is working properly it is something you should seriously consider. Many times clogs are found that the homeowner was not even aware of. This service can identify any such potential problems, remove them allowing your plumbing system to operate more efficiently. There are things a homeowner can do to aid the plumbing company in performing their inspection. Read on for 5 steps you can take to make sure your system is ready for an inspection.
Simple Things You Can Do To Prepare For A Drain Inspection.
Make sure there is a clear path to your drain. Your plumbing professional will need to bring equipment in so an area should be cleared, this includes around the drain so they can work safely and efficiently thus saving you money. The same thing applies to indoor areas such as under sinks. In the bathroom make sure all toiletries and cleaning supplies are removed from under the sink and on the counter. The same goes for under the bathroom sink. It’s money out of your pocket if a plumber must spend time removing and then putting back items so they can get their work done efficiently.
One of the reasons you might call a plumber is if you see sewage seeping or backing up from a drain. It will help the plumber do a better job if all of the sewage is removed prior to their arrival. Whether you choose to do this nasty business yourself or hire a waste removal company the fact remains this task must be accomplished before the plumber can determine where the drainage issue is occurring. You may be tempted to try and remove the blockage yourself using chemical drain cleaners. This can be quite dangerous to do as many of the fumes from these chemicals are toxic and should not be breathed. Not to mention the dangers that can occur from these cleaners contacting the skin or worse yet getting into the eyes. Having a plumber work on your system after applying these types of drain cleaners can create an unsafe environment for them as well. If you do feel the need to try and unblock the problem drain yourself try using baking soda with a cup of white vinegar. Wait 2o minutes and then flush with hot water. Cover your drain with a stopper after trying this. It may or may not work but it may make it easier for the plumber to remove whatever is causing the blockage.
Once the drain has been cleared be prepared for the fact that more work may be required on your plumbing system. The main be a failure at some point in the line or a pipe might have become damaged. Your plumber will advise you of further steps they believe will need to be done to get your system up and running properly. If you have any doubts you can always get a second opinion. Regular maintenance is your best bet when trying to keep everything working as smoothly as possible. If a small problem does develop have it dealt with sooner rather than later. Your plumbing system will thank you and so will your wallet.
Give Us A Call For The Inspecting And Maintenance Of All Your Drains
We stand ready and are proud to offer Wichita and Sedgwick County top-notch drain cleaning service and inspection at fair and reasonable prices. We are licensed and bonded and guarantee our work. You will know how much the job will cost before we began and we will always keep you informed and up to date as we complete the task. We offer same-day and emergency service at Plumbers Wichita Ks. Give us a call today.