What can you pour down a toilet to unclog it?

• <div><p>Start by pouring hot—but not boiling—water down the drain. The heat of the water may be enough to break down the clog. You can also try ½ cup of dish soap or 1 cup each of white vinegar and baking soda. If you choose a chemical unclogging product, ensure it’s appropriate for toilets to avoid damage.</p></div>

How often should you clean a shower drain?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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Q: How do you tell if a drainpipe is frozen or clogged?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s sometimes difficult to distinguish a clog from a frozen drainpipe since ice technically causes a clog. If the temperature doesn&rsquo;t tip you off, there are a few additional signs that your pipe is frozen. Look for condensation and frost around the pipes. Ice in pipes can cause a banging or clanking noise as opposed to a clog from a softer material.</p></div>

Q: How do you remove a drain without crosshairs?

• <div><p>If your drain doesn&rsquo;t have metal crosshairs or crossbars, you should use a tub drain extractor. These tools create a grip on the drain so you can turn it using a 1/2-inch ratchet drive, drain key, or wrench. Your drain may not have crosshairs if it's old and broken.</p></div>

Q: What can you pour down a toilet to unclog it?

• <div><p>Start by pouring hot&mdash;but not boiling&mdash;water down the drain. The heat of the water may be enough to break down the clog. You can also try &frac12; cup of dish soap or 1 cup each of white vinegar and baking soda. If you choose a chemical unclogging product, ensure it&rsquo;s appropriate for toilets to avoid damage.</p></div>

Q: What chemicals do plumbers use to unclog drains?

• <div><p>Professional plumbers use many high-grade chemicals to unclog drains. Many use hydrochloric acid, known as muriatic acid, when it comes to extreme blockages. </p></div>

Q: How often should you clean a shower drain?

• <div><p>Even if the shower drain doesn&rsquo;t seem clogged or dirty, plan to clean it out about once per month&mdash;or more frequently if you or your family shed a lot of hair. It&rsquo;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.</p></div>

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Chris was very prompt courteous professional and honest. Kept up great communication during the whole process. Gave an estimated start date when we signed the contract. Ended up starting 3 days early. Finally the honesty. He gave a cash discount. On the final day paid the last of...
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Reviewed in June 2020
Top professional, skilled, and did a thorough job.
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Reviewed in May 2016
Great bunch of guys. Professional, cleaned up after themselves. Very difficult job, lots of detail and time consuming. Would highly recommend. Can't wait to see the deck they are going to build for us.
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Reviewed in June 2014
Didn't clean up after himself left everything outside for us to walk to a roll off dumpster we provided. Has not finished with the front door there are open spaces at the bottom. Crack sealer left on the windows. The job is not yet complete but we received a bill. <br />
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Reviewed in August 2013
Returned my call promptly. Showed up as planned. Very professional and efficient.cleaned up everything after he was done. Ceiling looks great. Very personnable.
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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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We're a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Specialize in Handyman and Repair services.\nNo job is too small —We handle a wide range of repair, maintenance, and improvement tasks to keep your home or business in top shape.\nMinor repairs & maintenance\nFurniture assembly\nCaulking, grouting, & patchwork\nTV mounting & shelf installation\nHanging pictures, mirrors & blinds\nDoor repair & adjustment\nWindow repair (locks, tracks, seals)\nTrim & molding installation or repair\nDrywall patching & repair\nLight fixture replacement\nCeiling fan installation\nFaucet & toilet repairs\nGarbage disposal installation\nSmoke detector replacement\nGutter cleaning & minor repair\nPower washing (siding, patios, driveways)\nFence and gate repair\nWeatherstripping & insulation fixes\nDeck board or stair replacement\nLawn mowing & edging\nMulching & flower bed cleanup\nTree & shrub trimming\nYard cleanups \nGravel, rock, or mulch delivery and spread\nFence and gate repair\nSnow removal\nTrim & molding installation (baseboards, casing)\nCustom shelving & storage solutions

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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

It’s sometimes difficult to distinguish a clog from a frozen drainpipe since ice technically causes a clog. If the temperature doesn’t tip you off, there are a few additional signs that your pipe is frozen. Look for condensation and frost around the pipes. Ice in pipes can cause a banging or clanking noise as opposed to a clog from a softer material.

If your drain doesn’t have metal crosshairs or crossbars, you should use a tub drain extractor. These tools create a grip on the drain so you can turn it using a 1/2-inch ratchet drive, drain key, or wrench. Your drain may not have crosshairs if it's old and broken.

Start by pouring hot—but not boiling—water down the drain. The heat of the water may be enough to break down the clog. You can also try ½ cup of dish soap or 1 cup each of white vinegar and baking soda. If you choose a chemical unclogging product, ensure it’s appropriate for toilets to avoid damage.

Professional plumbers use many high-grade chemicals to unclog drains. Many use hydrochloric acid, known as muriatic acid, when it comes to extreme blockages.

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.

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