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It’s Time to Call a Plumber When…

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Chances are, you don’t think about your plumbing system a whole lot on a day-to-day basis. That’s okay, we wouldn’t really expect you to! However, it is important to note that if you don’t keep your pipes and drains in good shape, it can cause a number of problems for you in the long run.

When you call for professional plumbing services, you’re ensuring that your pipes keep water flowing for as long as possible. One of the most popular calls we get and popular services we provide is for drain cleaning. But how do you know when it’s time to call a plumber for this service? Read on to find out!

Your Drains Are Slow

It’s rare for a clog to develop and stop up your drains without any prior warning. The majority of drain clogs, after all, form over time, as waste starts sticking to the walls of your pipes and builds inward. As this waste buildup grows worse, water will drain more and more slowly.

If you discover that one of your drains seems slower than it usually is, it’s likely a sign that it’s time to call for professional drain cleaning services. Waiting to call us will only give the clog more time to completely prevent you from using that drain until it’s dealt with.

Smelly Drains

This is a pretty common sign that you are in need of a drain cleaning service, particularly when it comes to kitchen sink drains. As waste such as food particles stick to the inside of the drain pipes, enough of it will eventually start giving off a pretty foul smell. If you have terrible odors coming out of one of the drains in your household, it’s time to call a professional plumber to clean it out for you.

It is important for us to note here that bad smells can half multiple causes, some of which are more serious than others. If you notice foul odors coming out of multiple drains inside your home, then there may be a deeper problem in the sewer system than just a simple drain clog. You should call for repairs as soon as you can, in case the problem has the potential to cripple your sewer system.

Scheduling Professional Preventive Drain Cleaning

When it comes to drain cleaning, homeowners often think that they can just reach for a bottle of store-bought drain cleaning solution, however, this can do more harm than good. These “solutions” are very caustic, and will eventually cause corrosion to your drainpipes.

Professional drain cleaning is an excellent preventive measure in addition to resolving drain clogs. It helps keep your drains running smoothly, as long as it’s done on a regular basis–at least every year or two. This will help keep your pipes as healthy as possible.

If you’ve never had professional drain cleaning done, and you’ve had to deal with drain clogs before–as most homeowners do at some point–then it’s time to give us a call!

When you need a professional plumber in Turlock, don’t hesitate to call DeHart Plumbing, Heating, and Air Inc. Contact us today!

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