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Q: Is it better to snake a drain or use a drain cleaner?

• <div><p>Applying drain cleaner is a common DIY solution to clogged drains, but it can be extremely harmful to your pipes and lead to corrosion and leaks. It is almost always better to try snaking a clog than using a drain cleaner, but the best solution is to hire a professional plumber. They can locate the clog and gauge the severity using a camera system and then decide if using a plumber&rsquo;s snake, auger, or drain cleaner is the best option to remove the clog and limit damage to your plumbing system.</p></div>

Q: What do plumbers use to unclog drains?

• <div><p>Plumbers use a variety of tools to help unclog the toughest of drain clogs, but the most common tools they use are drain snakes and augers. They try a plunger or drain snake to start, then move to heavy-duty augers, and finally try using a hydro jetter to blast away the clog with high-pressure water. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/plumber-cost.htm">Hiring a plumber to unclog a drain costs</a> <b>$125 to $300</b>, largely depending on the extent and location of the clog and which of these methods is best for clearing it.</p></div>

Q: Can I unclog my own drains?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s possible to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-snake-a-drain.htm">snake minor drain clogs</a> yourself, provided they sit within a foot or two of the drain itself, but it&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: How do you get the rotten egg smell out of a drain?

• <div><p>That pungent rotten egg smell coming from your drain is likely the buildup of biofilm&mdash;hair, skin, and soap scum that turns into a black sticky mess. In this case, pouring down near-boiling water, baking soda, and white vinegar will remove the smell. Keep in mind that a rotten egg smell is occasionally a sign of larger <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/warning-signs-main-sewer-line-clog.htm">sewage line clogs</a> and other related issues.</p></div>

Q: What causes a clogged sump pump?

• <div><p>The most common cause of a clogged sump pump is natural debris buildup. As water enters the sump pit, it can carry small pieces of debris that build up over time, or the debris can get caught in the filter. If you forget to cover the pit after cleaning the sump pump and pit, debris can also collect in the pit. Corrosion on the metal discharge pipe can also clog the pump. Additionally, if your pipes freeze, it can prevent water from draining properly and cause a clog.</p></div>

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Last update on January 03, 2024

Reviewed in January 2024
Contractor was professional and easy to work with. He did everything I asked him to do and I ended up with my dream kitchen. The kitchen area was cleaned up every day when they were done working and I was still able to use the sink and appliances at the end of the day. I highly recommend his...
Next Level Building and Remodel
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Reviewed in June 2023
Ike and his crew did an exceptional job removing and cleaning up 6 large pine trees. We would highly recommend this company for any tree work. Ike responded to our request for a quote in a timely manner and gave us a fair quote and completed the job the next week.
All-Pro Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Arrived promptly on time. Did a great job and cleaned up when they were done.
GarriGutters
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Reviewed in July 2017
very friendly. on time. awesome with dogs! very clean and informative.
On Target Pest Management
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Reviewed in August 2016
Dexter and his assisstant were professional, friendly and accommodating. He left absolutely no mess--not even a drop of water on the floor. He gave his opinion about what he felt would be the best course of action for my situation, but was by no means pushy. I would recommend All Natural...
All Natural Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in October 2015
Service was great. Efficient, polite, clean. Hiring them again for another job this weekend.
Golden Electric
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Reviewed in October 2014
They were in quick after the estimate. The worked fast completing demo and new pour in less than a work week. They came in under estimate as well. My first concern was about how they put the trench drain in. They did not surround it in concrete under and around, and they ran the drains out...
PRISET CONSTRUCTION CO
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Reviewed in October 2013
The contractor was very fast at taking the job. Most contractor don't care to take on small jobs. He got me a quote within a day and completed the work in the next 2 days. I think his price was decent. I paid the hardware store directly for materials and paid him his labor $$'s at completion...
Well Done Construction
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Reviewed in July 2013
The clinic is very clean and pleasant. <br /> The staff is friendly. <br /> The Doctor showed care and compassion. <br /> My only complaint is they took our pet into another room for the injections. <br /> The cost is very high. <br />
Haskell Valley Vet Clinic
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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

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Serving Summit, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Good guidance to self diagnose and fix a dishwasher drain pump clog. Heartily recommend!"

Response time1 day

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by89%of homeowners

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American Standard Walk-In Tubs

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Serving Summit, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1929

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professionally completed my walk-in shower with safety bars, pull down seat, etc. Friendly, great on cleanup, and determined to satisfy customer."

Recommended by90%of homeowners

Serving Summit, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Cliff Wertz and George Wertz of Baker's Waterproofing were fantastic. Very polite and respectful of my daughter and me and of the property. They were very clean and worked extremely hard and were extra taxed by the heat, working in 90⁰+ degrees for two days doing very hard labor and precision work with the jacks. I would definitely have them back if I'd ever need anything else they provide."

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Response time11 hrs

313 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by86%of homeowners

Serving Summit, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

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"Not ready for the repairs"

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Recommended by77%of homeowners

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Highlander Waterproofing Inc

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Serving Summit, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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Emergency services offered

At Highlander Waterproofing & Foundation Repair, we are the area's trusted experts specializing in basement and crawlspace waterproofing and encapsulation, along with foundation repair services for bowing and buckling walls, floor and wall cracks, and full foundation rebuilds to name a few. When you contact Highlander for a free inspection, you are choosing a BBB A+ Accredited, two-time Torch Award for Ethics Winner, with our most recent years 2021, 2022!

Response time1 day

Response rate95%

Serving Summit, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

We work extremely hard for the homeowner and our company strives to take care of all our client's unique needs and always have the homeowner's best interest at heart. We are very detailed and meticulous in our work. Our long-term vision is for us to become your go to Contractor with capabilities to do multiple types of projects. \nCall us today you'll be relieved you did. Thank you

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Haines Drains Plumbing and Drain Cleaning Specialist LLC

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Serving Summit, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Good results in clearing my drain from kitchen island. It took a lot of effort to succeed. But it’s still very good some 3 weeks post job. They cleaned up after too."

Response time4 hrs

Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Noel Enterprises, Inc.

4.8(

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Serving Summit, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

"Good experience. Good product. Did not install extended vent pipe was told he would- left for maintenance folks that will come annually to service hot water tank"

Response time9 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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UGI Heating Cooling & Plumbing

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Serving Summit, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1892

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were professional and on time. They cared about our house and put down tarps and stuff to walk on. They did an excellent job on the installation and were helpful in explaining how the system worked. They went over all the components that they installed. From what I can tell, they did a neat job. They had to break a window to vent to the outside. They didn't clean up the broken glass on the outside of the house, but it was probably just an oversight."

Recommended by95%of homeowners

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Central Lending Svc Inc dba Credit Central

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Serving Summit, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Emergency services offered

"It was extremely satisfactory. We just closed on a loan last week."

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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Applying drain cleaner is a common DIY solution to clogged drains, but it can be extremely harmful to your pipes and lead to corrosion and leaks. It is almost always better to try snaking a clog than using a drain cleaner, but the best solution is to hire a professional plumber. They can locate the clog and gauge the severity using a camera system and then decide if using a plumber’s snake, auger, or drain cleaner is the best option to remove the clog and limit damage to your plumbing system.

Plumbers use a variety of tools to help unclog the toughest of drain clogs, but the most common tools they use are drain snakes and augers. They try a plunger or drain snake to start, then move to heavy-duty augers, and finally try using a hydro jetter to blast away the clog with high-pressure water. Hiring a plumber to unclog a drain costs $125 to $300, largely depending on the extent and location of the clog and which of these methods is best for clearing it.

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.

That pungent rotten egg smell coming from your drain is likely the buildup of biofilm—hair, skin, and soap scum that turns into a black sticky mess. In this case, pouring down near-boiling water, baking soda, and white vinegar will remove the smell. Keep in mind that a rotten egg smell is occasionally a sign of larger sewage line clogs and other related issues.

The most common cause of a clogged sump pump is natural debris buildup. As water enters the sump pit, it can carry small pieces of debris that build up over time, or the debris can get caught in the filter. If you forget to cover the pit after cleaning the sump pump and pit, debris can also collect in the pit. Corrosion on the metal discharge pipe can also clog the pump. Additionally, if your pipes freeze, it can prevent water from draining properly and cause a clog.

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