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Swift Services Heating & Cooling, LLC
4.0(
64
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Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The workers were polite and only took a short break during the day. They reviewed everything with me when finished and cleaned up when done. I would recommend them to anyone."
Response time10 hrs
72 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Tim Campbell
4.9(
32
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Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim is a good communicator, keeping me updated as per his time of arrival. He arrived on time, respected our home by placing protective coverings over his boots without being asked. Performed tests to replicate and confirm the problems I stated and snaked the upstairs drain through the shower to clear the obstruction. His pricing is on the higher side curve for these services although we were very satisfied with the service provided. I would recommend and refer Tim Campbell to others."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Price Handyman Services
5.0(
9
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Serving Effingham, SC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional. Done the job within the allotted time frame given during first meeting. They were clean and respectful of all area of the house. Would definitely recommend."
Herringbone Backsplash
Vinyl flooring & paint
Expedition
Vinyl flooring & paint
Herringbone Backsplash

+35

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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

If methods like hot water or a plunger don’t work on your clogged drain, you can snake your drain to dislodge the plug. This can be a messy process, taking some physical effort and additional time over the other drain-clearing options. You can purchase a drain snake at a hardware store and choose from handheld options or those attached to a drill. Just work slowly, and be ready to call a plumber if you’re unable to reach the clog from your drain or P-trap.

Yes, chemical drain cleaners contain sulfuric acid and hydrochloric acid, both of which are not only dangerous to your health but also extremely caustic. Drain cleaners will corrode your pipes and could lead to destroyed drain lines, especially if the chemicals interact with the piping for long periods. Unfortunately, this extended interaction is likely if you’re dealing with a clog, as the drain cleaner will have just as much trouble as water does moving through your plumbing system.

Yes, you can use hydrogen peroxide to unclog a drain. Instead of using a baking soda and vinegar solution, you can use baking soda with hydrogen peroxide. The process to unclog a drain is the same as with vinegar, but use 1 cup of hydrogen peroxide instead.

Some experts estimate that descaling your cast iron pipes can extend their lifetime by upwards of 50 years, although there’s not a lot of research to prove it. But we do know that without proper maintenance, cast iron pipes can quickly rust—leading to more expensive issues like burst pipes or main line clogs.

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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