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Best Plumbing
4.7(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Grosse Pointe, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sean has been my plumber from Best Plumbing several times. He and his coworker TJ this last time was quick, efficient and got right to the problem. My problem was back up at the main. If you want quality plumbing work in Dearborn, I highly recommend Best Plumbing.. Sean always gives me good plumbing tips."
Response time2 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Capital Plumbing, LLC
4.0(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Grosse Pointe, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had a great customer experience! Adam & Paul snaked my drain & put a camera down the drain. I had Roots in my drain. Adam & Paul helped assess my options! They both gave me great advice on what I could do with my root problem. They made me a forever customer of Capital Plumbing! Great prices & willing to work with me! Thanks Chanel WB Michigan"
Basement Re-Plumb
Basement Re-Plumb
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Halls Plumbing & Heating
5.0(
11
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Grosse Pointe, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1964

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul was unable to clear the drain due to a break in the line near the storm drain. He has since followed up with an excavator and will proceed with work to fix the problem. Oh! The joys of home ownership."
Broken drain pipe
Broken drain pipe
Broken drain pipe
Broken drain pipe
Leaking heater

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Response time3 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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French Drains questions, answered by experts

Pouring drain cleaner down a vent pipe isn’t recommended. First of all, unlike a clog in a sink or bath caused by such material as soap scum build-up, toothpaste, and hair, clogs in a vent pipe are likely the result of debris from trees or even an animal stuck in the pipe. Drain cleaners won’t be able to eat through this kind of material. The cleaner will only become clogged in the vent with the debris, causing even more problems.

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.

A two-way cleanout can help if there’s already a clog, but the best strategy to prevent one is by not rinsing grease, oil, or fat down your drains, not flushing or rinsing coffee grounds or egg shells down your drains, flushing only human waste and toilet paper (so no diapers, period products, bathroom wipes, or paper towels), and using drain guards on all of your drains.

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.

It’s possible to snake minor drain clogs yourself, provided they sit within a foot or two of the drain itself, but it’s usually best to hire a professional plumber regardless. Even experienced DIYers have a high chance of accidentally pushing the clog further into the drain using a drain snake or another tool, so hiring a plumber is the ideal course of action. A professional plumber can use camera equipment to locate and identify the clog, and remove the entire blockage to fix your issue permanently.

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