Why do French drains fail?

• <div><p>French drains may fail when they become clogged with soil granules that slip through the pores of the landscaping fabric and through the holes in the pipe. </p><p>Over time, this debris can build up inside the pipe and prevent water flow. To prevent this failure from happening, regularly flush out your French drain and keep debris away from the inlet grate.</p></div>

What can dissolve hair in a sink drain?

• <div><p>Depending on the amount of hair you’ve got in the drain, the baking soda and vinegar method can help break it down. If that doesn’t work, you can try using a drain snake. If you don’t have a snake handy, you can straighten out a wire hanger and use pliers to fish out the clog.</p></div>

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Last update on October 29, 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 May 2024
Very dependable , nice and courteous and cleaned very well
Arielle's Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in September 2022
Austin did a great job. He cleaned up everything before leaving. He was very professional.
Superior Image
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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 July 2014
Mr. Keinitz was prompt, quiet, friendly and neat. He was meticulous with his work and the clean up afterwards. I felt very comfortable having him in my home.
Kienitz Painting
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Reviewed in March 2013
They have always been johnny on the spot, outstanding. They guarantee their work, don't leave a mess, good clean up.
Home Appliance Service/72 Degrees
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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...
WESTWOOD AUTO PARTS
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Burdette Plumbing

Burdette Plumbing

Customers say: Terrific value

28 local quotes requested

15 years of experience

We specialize in all your residential plumbing needs. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Contacted on a Sunday 30 mins after posting my issue. arrived Monday to assess the water leak"

Bill W on October 2025

We specialize in all your residential plumbing needs. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Contacted on a Sunday 30 mins after posting my issue. arrived Monday to assess the water leak"

Bill W on October 2025

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!

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

Ogle Contractors

703 North Anniston Avenue

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Ogle Contractors

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Davis Unlimited LLC

2241 Highway 78 West

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Davis Unlimited LLC

2241 Highway 78 West

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24 years of experience

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

Wise Environmental Solutions, Inc. DBA Anne's Can

2345 Al Hwy 21 S

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Wise Environmental Solutions, Inc. DBA Anne's Can

2345 Al Hwy 21 S

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15 years of experience

Certified Woman-Owned (WOSB and WBENC) Certified Small Business Enterprise (SBE) located in Alabama. Less than 30 employees.

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.

Handy Solutions LLC.

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Handy Solutions LLC.

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13 years of experience

I'm a jack of all trades I can do anything u can think of

Gray Construction & Design

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Gray Construction & Design

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23 years of experience

Anything you can dream up can be built! Any ideas you have for remodeling can be done quickly and beautifully! We are a small company which allows us to give our all to our customers! Prices do vary by job so feel free to contact us for a free quote!

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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

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

French drains may fail when they become clogged with soil granules that slip through the pores of the landscaping fabric and through the holes in the pipe.

Over time, this debris can build up inside the pipe and prevent water flow. To prevent this failure from happening, regularly flush out your French drain and keep debris away from the inlet grate.

There are many signs to look for if you suspect the sump pump is clogged. First, check the discharge pipe and around the sump pump for visible clogging. You may also notice flooding in the basement around the sump pit or larger objects, such as rocks, in the sump pit. Listen for loud noises, such as a screeching sound, to flag a clog.

This depends on the location of the blockage. If the blockage is in your home’s system, anywhere in the system, it is your responsibility as a homeowner. Blockages seldom happen because of items or buildup coming from the city, which means it originates in the home. It becomes the city’s responsibility at the exact point your home’s line distributes waste into the city’s system. The exception is if the problem in your home damages the city lines.

Depending on the amount of hair you’ve got in the drain, the baking soda and vinegar method can help break it down. If that doesn’t work, you can try using a drain snake. If you don’t have a snake handy, you can straighten out a wire hanger and use pliers to fish out the clog.

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