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Safe Flow Plumbing
5.0(
8
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"They responded and got me on the schedule quickly. I had a troublesome clogged up kitchen sink that I had been working on for a week straight. Michael located the source of the problem out in a drain line in my yard. There were loads of grease chunks, a hole where dirt was getting in, and the pipe was sloping up instead of down. He replaced the drain pipe and relocated it so that it would drain appropriately into the septic. Problem solved! My sink has never drained so fast since moving in a couple years ago. Hardworking and great customer service, including clean up after. I appreciate what they did for me. Was glad to find a good service company that was local."
Response time2 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lanham's Plumbing, LLC
4.6(
252
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Lanham's Plumbing, our journey is one of unwavering commitment, experience, and dedication to our craft. With Canton, TX as our home, we've become more than just a plumbing service provider; we are your local plumbing partner. Our team of professionals brings years of expertise to every project, ensuring top-quality service that you can trust. Discover the essence of Lanham's Plumbing, where integrity, reliability, and excellence in plumbing come together to serve our community.

Sewer Repipe
Sewer Repipe
Toilet Install
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Carter Services
4.7(
20
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He called to let us know he was on his way and arrived when he said he would. He diagnosed the problem quickly and did the needed repair. He also took an extra minute to make one additional unrelated small repair. He also looked at a third issue and gave his opinion about the needed repair. He was very professional and we would certainly use him again."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Rub-A-Dub Plumbing
4.9(
28
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Extremely professional, friendly, and clean! They wear booties over their shoes and clean up an mess that might be left after working. Great company. Would definitely refer them to family and friends and would use them again when the need arises."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Septic tanks can clog if they aren’t pumped every few years since solid waste accumulates inside of them. Your tank might also clog if you have a habit of flushing anything other than human waste or toilet paper. Items like diapers, baby wipes, paper towels, cat litter, and personal hygiene products should never go down your pipes.

While some chemical drain cleaners with hydrochloric acid can dissolve hair, this method is not recommended as it can also destroy your plumbing pipes. A common DIY alternative is using baking soda and vinegar, which can help break down the clog but will not actually dissolve the hair. The best and safest method for clearing a hair clog is to remove it manually. You can use a drain snake, a straightened wire hanger with pliers to fish out the clog, or have a plumber use a professional auger for more severe blockages.

Baking soda and vinegar is a great solution for cleaning your sink drain; in fact, it’s our preferred method. Here’s how to unclog your drain with baking soda and vinegar: Pour in a half cup of baking soda, then 1 cup of white vinegar, and let the two bubble for 15 minutes. Then rinse out with boiling water. This method is much safer than using a chemical drain cleaner gel.

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.

Bleach—even diluted bleach—is not always the safest option for cleaning your drains. With a high pH, bleach can be highly corrosive to many types of pipes, especially when used regularly. When mixed with household cleaners and organic waste, it can also create dangerous chemicals. Remember to use proper protective equipment and ventilation when dealing with bleach.

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