How do I prevent a drain clog?

• <div>The first rule of plumbing is nothing but water, toilet paper, number one, and number two go down the drain. To prevent clogs, get yourself:<ul><li>A compast pail where you can clean plates, drain grease, and toss scraps and paper towels. </li><li>Drain screens for the shower, tub, and bathroom sink to stop hair, jewelry, toys, etc. from going down the drain.</li><li>Trash cans for everything that shouldn’t go down the drain, like dental floss, hygiene products, and cat litter.</li></ul>P.S.: If you do drop your priceless ring down the drain, take a deep breath, and then <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-retrieve-jewelry-drain.htm">follow these steps to retrieve jewelry from your drain</a>. </div>

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Last update on October 30, 2025

Reviewed in September 2024
In all the years I have been involved with any project contractor, Wil Sullivan is the best! My wife and I found someone we could TRUST. His performance was professional and finished quickly. Multi talented....excavating, sod, wooden, and chain link fence too! Also, we resolved our drain issues...
W&C Sullivan Properties
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Reviewed in August 2024
Great price and great work. Completed on time and cleaned everything up. Would highly recommend
Hometown Roofing and Restorations
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Reviewed in May 2024
Very dependable , nice and courteous and cleaned very well
Arielle's Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in April 2022
I told Angi I have tree roots in my sewer drain pipe that needed to be removed. So Angi sent me a plumber who did not have a auger that would cut tree roots.So the plumber left without doing anything. Angi charged me $30. Two days later Angi sent me another plumber to clean the tree roots out of...
Infinity Plumbing and Septic LLC
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Reviewed in January 2017
Very prompt-very clean-very polite. Great job explaining has things work. Very clean look after in installation.
Tidmore Inc
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Reviewed in December 2015
I have used Tri County for many years and always found them to be honest and dependable. The owner and his staff are always ready to help you no matter what time or day of the week it is. Jim came out at the beginning of the remodel and disconnected all the supply and drain lines. He or one...
Tri-County Plumbing & Septic Service
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Reviewed in April 2015
Bobby Monk, the owner and home inspector, performed a home inspection for me in Hoover, AL on a 1960's home. As soon as I moved into the house, there were major plumbing issues. The water in the shower drained very slowly the first time I took a shower. And, then when I flushed the toilet, it...
BEST INSPECTIONS INC
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Reviewed in August 2014
The quality varies from time to time, but it is always good. This last time was especially thorough. She even cleaned the cat food mats I had sitting on the dish drainer and the dirty cup and bowl sitting in the sink. She was finished in an hour, and the house smelled so nice afterwards. This is...
Merry Maids of Birmingham
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Reviewed in May 2013
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services did an exceptionally good job. They are excellent. They are open and communicate very well. They showed me what the problem is. You get what you pay for.
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
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Reviewed in November 2012
The battery lasted for 1 month at which point the car died when it sat for more than a day. We charged it and drove it to Westwood for a test to see if the battery was bad. They told me the battery and alternator were fine and that there must be a drain on it, and I needed to take it somewhere...
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R&M Building and Remodeling

Pickett Mill Road

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R&M Building and Remodeling

Pickett Mill Road

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8 years of experience

We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!

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Drain cleaning - backflow installation/testing - water heaters - bathroom/kitchen remodeling - plumbing repair - faucet installation etc We are licensed and insured professionals , our #1 goal is customer satisfaction!

Darts maintenance and management llc

1208 Lee Road 252

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1208 Lee Road 252

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We do it all big or small.

East Alabama Drain services

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East Alabama Drain services

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We can handle any plumbing problems we have sewer cameras sewer jetters an drain machine to clean an clear any drain we can also repair an replace drain an water service

Toilet Installation Alexander City AL

456 Main St

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Toilet Installation Alexander City AL

456 Main St

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Welcome To Toilet Installation Alexander City AL. If you have any Issues about Plumbing OR you have any Issues about your Heating or Cooling System? Our Technicians fix all Problems. We take pride providing customer satisfaction and quality. We are a complete plumbing service company that has been around for more than a decade. Our growth has been massive over the years because our services and staff is can’t be compared to any other company. We have a trained team of professionals that specialize in all sorts of plumbing services and HVAC for both residential and commercial needs. Our services include: drain cleaning, sewer, garbage disposal replacement, clogged kitchen sink, faucet replacement, home stoppage, back flow tests, Heating And Cooling, Heating And Cooling Services, Air Conditioning Service, bathroom remodeling and much more! We Offer these services 24-hour plumbing & HVAC Service, line and leak detection, garbage disposer repair, water supply line replacement / repair, dishwashers and ice maker water lines, heating & cooling any issues. Emergency service is our specialty. Complete Residential & Commercial Plumbing & HVAC Services, Local Plumbing, Local Seattle Plumbing Company, Plumbing, Kitchen, Bathroom Plumbing, HVAC and other all type plumbing & HVAC services, plumbing repair, residential plumbing, commercial plumbing, bathroom plumbing solutions, trench less sewer line repair and replacement, pipe bursting, pipe relining, kitchen plumbing jobs, sink plumbing, toilet repair / replacement, water heaters, sump pumps, faucet replacement, video camera pipe inspections, back flow certification and repairs, Plumbers, Plumbing, Plumbing drain & sewer cleaning, Plumbing contractors commercial industrial, Fire water damage restoration, Water heater repair, Sewer cleaners & repairers All of our plumbers are licensed, professional and reliable. We provide estimates for every project and we offer guarantees on all of our work. Call us any time on 2563429425

Aaron's Plumbing

1557 Coosa River Rd

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Aaron's Plumbing

1557 Coosa River Rd

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Aaron's plumbing is a small one man company. I have been in plumbing work for 17 yrs, and on my own now for about a year. I try and give my customers the best price around and do my best to make each one happy! I'm just a family man trying to make a living doing what I love. For any plumbing needs you may have I can fix!

Ogle Contractors

703 North Anniston Avenue

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703 North Anniston Avenue

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Davis Unlimited LLC

2241 Highway 78 West

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2241 Highway 78 West

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We offer you emergency water and fire damage restoration, remodeling of any type, crawlspace encapsulation, and we also design and build homes from scratch!

Professor Plumber

113 W College St

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Professor Plumber

113 W College St

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27 years of experience

Having clogged drains? Low water pressure? Are you tired of washing dishes by hand? Or perhaps you are renovating/ building a house. Professor Plumb offers services in repair, replacements, and installations. We are capable of running new supply lines, connecting to septic tanks, moving and installing all major appliances, and even working with major commercial accounts. Professor Plumb is located in Columbiana, Alabama, but we also service Wilsonville, Calera, Montevallo, Harpersville. Chelsea, and Childersburg, Alabama. We offer free price quotes and we always treat your home with care and respect.

Terra Vista Landscaping, LLC

2611 Lafayette Pkwy

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Terra Vista Landscaping, LLC

2611 Lafayette Pkwy

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27 years of experience

A Full Service Commercial and Residential Architectural Landscape and Lawn Maintenance Company for Opelika, Auburn, Columbus and Alex city. We take what you have in mind or have seen or envision an d create this reality for you according to your particular property layout. Machine and manpower ready, knowledgeable in business since 1998, state certified and city licensed and fully insured. Let us create your ideal habitat.

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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Anything you drop down your sink runs the risk of damaging and clogging your pipes. Hair, bits of food, and other debris can catch on the item and build up over time, causing a clog. Even if it’s not valuable, it’s definitely worth trying to retrieve the item, or at the very least, asking a pro for specific advice.

The first rule of plumbing is nothing but water, toilet paper, number one, and number two go down the drain.

To prevent clogs, get yourself:

A compast pail where you can clean plates, drain grease, and toss scraps and paper towels.
Drain screens for the shower, tub, and bathroom sink to stop hair, jewelry, toys, etc. from going down the drain.
Trash cans for everything that shouldn’t go down the drain, like dental floss, hygiene products, and cat litter.

P.S.: If you do drop your priceless ring down the drain, take a deep breath, and then follow these steps to retrieve jewelry from your drain.

Snakes can occasionally enter homes through shower drains, although it’s quite rare. This can happen when they follow sewer pipes or accidentally find their way into plumbing systems. To minimize the risk, consider installing drain covers or stoppers on your shower drains. Always keep drains closed when they’re not in use, especially in areas where snakes are known to be active.

Simple blockages can be cleared using household plungers or manual snakes, provided no severe plumbing issues exist.

Yes, sewage smells can originate from a floor drain. If the P-Trap in the floor drain dries out or if there's a clog or other issue in the plumbing system, sewer gasses can escape through the drain, causing nasty odors. Regularly pouring water into the drain helps maintain the water seal and prevent those smells, but if the smell persists, you should have a plumbing professional inspect the drain for potential problems.

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