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Metro Plumbing Heating and Air knows that the residents of Chattanooga, TN have certain plumbing needs that are timeless, as anything that can go wrong will. Pipes can burst, water can taste funny, or simply not run at all.

Those who have owned homes or businesses in the Chattanooga, TN area know all too well of one of the most stressful problems that happen to any plumbing system, that of clogged drains. In fact, clogged drains come with their own brand of symptoms that anyone could notice at any time.

The initial signs of clogged drain problems can be subtle, such as slow water drainage. If those types of problems aren’t properly assessed in a timely manner, they could lead to much bigger issues, such as multiple clogged drains throughout your home. The latter will lead to your need for emergency drain cleaning services, as water that builds up will lead to other problems such as mold and mildew.

Fruit flies that linger around your kitchen drains without the physical presence of food on your countertops are a sign that something is wrong. In fact, they are most likely drawn to the food that’s stuck inside your kitchen drains, which is the main reason they might be congregating near them. The best method of pest control is professional drain cleaning service.

Water that’s slow to drain, a foul odor, gurgling noises, and water seepage onto your lawn that happens right next to a sewer line are but a few of the major signs that it’s time to seek drain cleaning service. Indoor water that puddles around toilets, sinks, or washers also point to the need for good, quality service from the professionals at Metro Plumbing, Heating & Air.

Each drain clog comes with its own root causes, such as the one that happens in your kitchen. In fact, elements such as grease build up along the walls of pipes can clog up kitchen drains in no time, thus necessitating a call for drain cleaning service from Metro Plumbing, Heating & Air. Other elements such as soap, detergent, and food particles all lead to a need for an inspection and possible cleaning service.

Even a garbage disposal can eventually clog up your kitchen drains. Simple particles such as food bits have the capacity to escape from your system and get caught in the walls of your drain. Even tinier particles such as coffee grinds and tea leaves will eventually affect your system and lead you to call for professional drain cleaning service.

Bathroom drains typically suffer the brunt of hair clogs and toothpaste. Even dirt can accumulate over the course of time, and residue from shampoo and soap scum build up can align themselves in the walls of your drain pipes.

Other frequently used areas of your bathroom are your shower and tub areas, which face a fate similar to that of your bathroom sink. Since most of us typically bathe or shower on a regular basis, soap and shampoo can build into those drains as well, along with hair and dirt. Toilets may collect massive amounts of toilet paper if not flushed properly. Plus, those with children should not be surprised to find an occasional action figure or toy truck in a toilet drain.

A floor drain presents its own dilemma when clogged, as it can quickly clog up due to the fast accumulation of dirt, debris and other elements. When you see water appearing from these drains, it’s time to schedule for floor drain cleaning service.

Sometimes a drain clog can be recognized during times of inclement weather, such as a major rain, which can lead to water backing up into the lowest placed drains in your home. Sometimes the problem can be traced to a dirty gutter, which can cause leaves, branches, and other debris to back into your system. Drain cleaning service can involve the removal of such unwanted items and prevent further disaster from occurring.

There are other common items that lead to clogged drains, such as baby wipes and paper towels, both of which can enlarge when absorbing massive amounts of water. Other issues that cause water backup can be traced to faulty or broken pipes due to age or natural causes.

Good drain cleaning service starts with a thorough inspection of your drain system. The professionals at Metro Plumbing, Heating & Air are well-schooled in the use of the most up to date ways in which they can inspect your drains for potential clogs. In fact, they can use a small camera with a tiny lens to check for the origin of your problem right before the real work begins. Once the camera is able to get a photo of the clog, the plumber can check it out using computer technology just to get an accurate view of what might be the source of your clog and just how serious it is.

For heavy or serious drain clogs, a plumber may opt to use hydro-jetting, where they can apply intense water pressure to blast away hardened soap scum, grease, and solid objects such as tree stumps and branches. Simple hair and tissue clogs may initially require the use of a snake to pull them out of the drain, but hydro-jetting is often required for the most difficult tasks in order to get your water moving through your system once again.

Hydro-jetting can also get down into your pipes to thoroughly cleanse them and free them of grease, lime, and scum build up. Since a clogged drain can have its origins in your pipe work, it’s important for your plumber to first check that part of your plumbing system before proceeding any further.

During the inspection, the plumber will check for other problems that may be contributing to clogged drains. Sometimes, these problems may have their roots in pipes that are leaky or corrupted, and, in the latter case, it may be time for brand new pipes.

There are many signs that point to the need for quality drain cleaning service, and detecting them is only the beginning. When it clogs, it pours, and waiting is not an option. Simply visit Metro Plumbing, Heating & Air online and schedule a time today.