Residential Plumber Near Me

If your drains are backing up, you may wonder whether or not you should call a residential plumber. That's because some clogs can be taken care of on a do-it-yourself basis, but others cannot. Therefore, the answer is that you should usually make an attempt to get rid of the clog using mild, non-destructive methods. If your attempts don't work, then call the plumber, who'll bring in equipment that has more power.

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There are several ways to try to get rid of a clog. Plunging is one of the most common, and it's fine for most drains. However, if the drain is old, made of a weak material, or was installed in a less-than-professional way, the forces of plunging can blow it apart. Therefore, you should be sure your drain is strong and in good shape before trying it.

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Drain cleaners, despite their claims, can be quite bad for drains over time. The strong ones that seem to work are also corrosive, which eventually causes drain failure. Those that aren't corrosive also won't corrode the clog away, making them a waste of money.

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Thanks to problems like this, it isn't uncommon for people to immediately hire a residential plumber for clogs and not even try to unclog their own drains. There's nothing wrong with this approach, and it may well save you additional expense.

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Commercial plumbers handle many of the same issues as residential ones, but they also deal with bigger drains. Sometimes, specialized systems are also involved. This is why you should make sure to hire a commercial plumber for anything to do with commercial buildings.

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