How do I stop sludge buildup in my sewer line?

• <div><p>Your sewer line can get grimy quickly. To prevent sludge buildup in your sewer line, pour a mixture of 1/3 cup of vinegar and 1/3 cup of baking soda down each drain in your home once a month. After about 30 minutes, flush the drain with hot water.</p><p>Some plumbers recommend 3/4 cup of bleach instead to clean any germs and bacteria that may build up in your sewer line. But this won’t break down any active clogs, and it cannot be combined with vinegar, as the mixture will create a toxic, hazardous gas.</p></div>

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Q: How do you unfreeze a washing machine pipe?

• <div><p>If the drain is frozen, the pipes connecting to the washing machine are likely frozen. If the hot water trick doesn&rsquo;t also unfreeze the washing machine pipes, you can gently apply heat with a hair dryer on the lowest setting. Start at the end of the pipe closest to the faucet to prevent pressure from building in the pipes, and make sure the faucet is open to drain the water as it melts.</p></div>

Q: How do I maintain my sink?

• <div><p>Clean regularly with non-abrasive cleaners, avoid pouring grease down the drain, and check for leaks under the sink.</p></div>

Q: How do you avoid future clogs?

• <div><p>Using less toilet paper is the easiest way to prevent future clogs. Also, avoid flushing sanitary products, thick paper towels, or hair down the toilet. If you&rsquo;ve been using a brick in the tank to reduce the water used to flush the toilet, take it out immediately. Bricks will eventually fall apart and clog your toilet drain. Keeping your toilet lid closed also helps avoid future clogs.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to clear a commercial drain blockage?

• <div><p>Most blockages can be cleared in 1-3 hours, but severe issues may take longer.</p></div>

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He is a good man. He is reasonably priced.
HH Gutter Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in July 2020
Well I got an estimate of 7500.00 and when they started working on it they need to replace the facia and it was another 2500.00. I had to pay for my house only cost 10,000.00 it was a lot of money. But it looks great. Now I need to paint and fence it ..
AK Roofing & Construction
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Reviewed in November 2018
Highly recommended work honest and great
Small Jobs, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2018
He does a good job on the work. You need to work with him on the times to be scheduled. He is a good person.
R&M Handyman Services
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Reviewed in January 2016
Ok so far-No rain not tested.
Thrasher Foundation Repair - Wichita
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Reviewed in August 2015
They were AWESOME! Personable, professional and quick. They worked hard from the moment they were on the job to the end. They made this a quick, painless and relaxing move for me. They were very careful with my furniture both loading it at the storage unit and unloading it at my new house. ...
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Reviewed in November 2014
<p>We met Dan at the Oklahoma State Fair. He was very polite and answered all of our questions. We signed up at the show and we live in Kansas have trouble finding contractors to service our area. Dan called and schedule our service arrived on time, was fast and efficient. His crew was easy to...
Oklahoma Wall Foam
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Reviewed in August 2012
We got estimates from many different companies regarding replacing all of our windows. 24 in total. We were given numbers anywhere from $9,000-$47,500 for completing the job. The difference is price was based largely on the materials used to make the windows. Woodbridge was by far the best...
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Serving Meade, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

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"Joe from JMS Drain Services was my service technician who arrived well within the window scheduled service time. Joe came in, inspected the sink to determine how to resolve my issue, took out the tool (snake apparatus) to clear the sink, and departed my premises within 15 minutes. I was pleased he resolved my clogged sink so quickly so I could rest after a night's work. Thank you again, Joe."

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Serving Meade, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"I paid for the recovery of the Freon, everything else was covered under the warranty. I know what it would have cost if it wasn't covered. I would tell anybody if you have an house, you need to have them. They have been very good to deal with. They were very polite, and very professional. It took about three hours to complete. It was completely cleaned."

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Serving Meade, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

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18 Years experience in the Home Building and Home Improvement industry. We are available to provide your home a wide array of turnkey services. Your one stop company to save you money and provide a great experience!

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Big Al's Plumbing

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Serving Meade, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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Big Al's Plumbing is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

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Henry Wiebe Plumbing

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Serving Meade, KS and surrounding areas

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Drain Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

If the drain is frozen, the pipes connecting to the washing machine are likely frozen. If the hot water trick doesn’t also unfreeze the washing machine pipes, you can gently apply heat with a hair dryer on the lowest setting. Start at the end of the pipe closest to the faucet to prevent pressure from building in the pipes, and make sure the faucet is open to drain the water as it melts.

Clean regularly with non-abrasive cleaners, avoid pouring grease down the drain, and check for leaks under the sink.

Using less toilet paper is the easiest way to prevent future clogs. Also, avoid flushing sanitary products, thick paper towels, or hair down the toilet. If you’ve been using a brick in the tank to reduce the water used to flush the toilet, take it out immediately. Bricks will eventually fall apart and clog your toilet drain. Keeping your toilet lid closed also helps avoid future clogs.

Your sewer line can get grimy quickly. To prevent sludge buildup in your sewer line, pour a mixture of 1/3 cup of vinegar and 1/3 cup of baking soda down each drain in your home once a month. After about 30 minutes, flush the drain with hot water.

Some plumbers recommend 3/4 cup of bleach instead to clean any germs and bacteria that may build up in your sewer line. But this won’t break down any active clogs, and it cannot be combined with vinegar, as the mixture will create a toxic, hazardous gas.

Most blockages can be cleared in 1-3 hours, but severe issues may take longer.

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