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Avatar for Stain Plumbing And Construction, LLC
Stain Plumbing And Construction, LLC
4.8(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+1 more

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Arrived early and went right to work upon my arrival. Christian was courteous and competently worked the problem and solved it in under an hour. Price was very fair. Cleaned up after the work was completed. Will definitely use them again for my future plumbing needs."
Work
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electrical
Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electrical
4.5(
39
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a pressure reducing valve that went bad and didn't realize it was buried behind the water meter (Fla builders usually put in crawl space or garage); this caused my expansion tank and pressure relief valve to fail on water heater due to super high pressure. Crimson Long and his assistant from Hiller Plumbing came out earlier than scheduled appt. time, LISTENED to my encountered issues and repairs I had begun, were very PROFESSIONAL, Polite, and KNOWLEDGEABLE, provided an estimate for the PRV valve repairs and immediately began to solve my issue. Water heater is fixed, house is back protected with new PRV valve; I'm happy and the wife is ecstatic to have hot water back! Thanks Crimson Long and your asst. and Thank you Hiller Plumbing; your technicians have made me a customer for life.🙂"
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Bruce Boydstun Plumbing, LLC
4.9(
7
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I want to thank Bruce Boydstun for his immediate attention. He was very professional, and took the time to answer all of my questions. I can’t say enough about his outstanding service. He is such a pleasant person and quite obviously knows what he is doing."
Water Heater replacement
Response time2 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pankey Construction LLC
5.0(
1
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Pankey Construction LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. \n\n\n\n

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Response time8 hrs
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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

As with many appliances, proper maintenance is key to maximizing your garbage disposal’s life span. If everyone in your household is on board with proper care and maintenance, like running water while operating the disposal, you should get plenty of years out of your unit. Avoid putting the wrong food items down the disposal, including pasta, rice, bread, and more.

Even if the shower drain doesn’t seem clogged or dirty, plan to clean it out about once per month—or more frequently if you or your family shed a lot of hair. It’s a good practice to remove any hair from the drain on a daily basis, as hair can accumulate fast and cause clogs in no time. You may also want to have a plumber thoroughly clean the drains in your home once every six months.

Regardless of the drain cleaner type you choose to use, they all work through chemical reactions that create heat. Thanks to the heat, the clogged hair begins to dissolve until it is able to be flushed away. To avoid clogs in your drain due to hair, use hair catchers and empty them out after every shower.

It is generally not recommended to pour hot or boiling water down a drain to unfreeze pipes due to significant risks. In some cases, the sudden temperature change can cause more ice buildup or produce steam, which increases pressure and could cause the pipe to burst, leading to costly damage and potential burn injuries. While hot water might help with a partially frozen drainpipe, it is unlikely to thaw a completely blocked water pipe further down the system. Additionally, boiling water can damage plastic pipes over time. Safer and more effective methods include using a space heater near the frozen section or applying hot towels directly to the pipe.

As a preventative measure, hydro jetting should be done every one to two years. However, the best practice is to hydro jet your sewer line once per year. The ideal frequency depends on several factors, including the age and condition of your pipes, how prone they are to clogging, how often the sewer line is used, and the type of waste disposed of in the system. If you frequently experience clogs or are unsure, it's best to ask a licensed plumber for a recommendation specific to your plumbing system.

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