Drain Cleaning & Repair

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A clogged drain to a plumber is like the flu to a doctor – routine and safe to treat as long as it’s done right. That's why it’s important to call a plumber, like us, when you are in need of drain cleaning in Billerica. We can guarantee a treatment for your drain that works and ensures a clean bill of health for your pipes and home or business at large.

Even if you think you can handle it on your own, you probably don’t have a camera suitable for diagnosing the cause of blockage around bends in your pipes. You may even have a drain snake handy, but when's the last time you used it — and are you sure you're doing it right? Sometimes the best thing you can do for your home is call someone with the right tools and know-how to fix your problem quickly and efficiently. For Bedford, Andover, and nearby communities, Ostroski Plumbing and Heating is often the first service provider people call for a drain cleaning solution that works and is easy on their pipes.

When a difficult clog is costing you your sanity, make it work with our Billerica drain cleaning professionals. Contact us online or call us at (978) 355-1673 to get help today.

Commonly Asked Questions

What are some common signs that I need drain cleaning?

Common signs include slow drainage, gurgling sounds from the pipes, unpleasant odors, and water pooling around sinks or bathtubs.

How often should I have my drains cleaned?

It's generally recommended to have your drains cleaned at least once a year, but if you experience frequent clogs, you may need to schedule cleaning more often.

What can I do to prevent future clogs in my drains?

To prevent future clogs, avoid disposing of grease, coffee grounds, and large food particles down the sink. Using drain screens can also help catch debris before it enters the pipes.

Why Shouldn’t I Use A Chemical Drain Cleaner?

In some households, using a chemical drain cleaner to fix a clog may be the go-to method when searching for a viable solution, especially when simple plunging doesn’t seem to work. However, there are many drawbacks to using these hazardous products – not least of which is that they typically contain substances such as lye, caustic potash, bleach, peroxides, and even acids.

These chemicals work by dissolving whatever is causing a blockage, which can range from the usual suspects like hair or food to mineral buildup, small objects, dirt, and even roots in cases where cracked pipes on your property draw the attention of plant life. The strength of these chemicals makes them effective, but at the cost of presenting the risk of harm to your home and family.

Before dumping it down the drain, consider the following about chemical drain cleaners:

Are you sure it’s safe for the types of pipes and fixtures in your home? The wrong type can damage or destroy them.
Do you want the risk of storing it in a home with children and pets? You may forget to secure a lock, or a child may figure it out.
How will you handle a severe clog after it blocks a chemical drain cleaner? Blocked cleaner can create a toxic pool in your sink, making any new attempt to clear it more dangerous.
Are you OK with its impact on the environment? Using these chemicals may have environmental costs that a plumber’s special tools and know-how can avoid.

Taking these considerations into account, using a chemical drain cleaner would be like fumigating your house because a fly got in through a broken screen. The solution is way more radical than the problem demands!

How to Unclog a Drain

Have you found yourself with a clogged drain? There are many ways to troubleshoot it before making an appointment with a plumber.

Ways to unclog a drain without using harsh chemicals:

Run a few quarts of boiling water down the clogged drain -- this will dissolve clogs consisting of grease, hair, and food residue or particles. Additionally, pouring ½ cup of baking soda followed by 1 cup of vinegar is something you can use on a regular basis to ensure your drain stays clog-free.
Remove hair from the drain by using your fingers or tools -- a popular tool for clogged sinks are the Zip-It, which is a long piece of plastic with barbs on the sides. It can remove hair and has the ability to gently release clogs.
Use a plunger -- before plunging, put 2 - 3 inches of water in the sink and gently pump until the clog is cleared.
Check the trap -- If your sink is clogged and you have tried the steps above and the drain is still not working, it is possible that the trap under the sink is clogged. The “trap” is the curved section of piping under your sink. Place an empty bucket underneath it and unscrew the trap with the proper tools. Sometimes, simply uncrewing the trap will release the clog, but you may also poke the pipe to loosen the clog further.
Use a drain snake -- Also known as an auger, the drain snake is made out of flexible metal that can bend around pipes. It can be used to break through the clog or clear debris from the drain.

Contact us or call us at (978) 355-1673 to schedule a service for reliable drain repair or drain cleaning services in the Billerica area today.

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Preventive Drain Maintenance

1. Throw out your grease and cooking oil in the trash - As tempting as it may be, don't wash your pan that's full of grease in the sink without emptying the pan of cooking oil or grease first. These fatty oils stick to your pipes and catch food that's passing by causing serious clogs and blockages.

2. Install a hair stopper in your shower drain - The number one reason our Billerica drain cleaning specialists are called into a home is for hair in the shower drain. Installing a hair stopper is cheap and easy and will save you from the constant need of drain cleaning.

3. Consider a lint catcher in your washing machine's drain line - When your washing machine is done washing your clothes, do you ever wonder what happens to all of the dirt and gunk from your clothes? It often will clog your washing machine's drain line and cause you to need a visit from our Billerica drain cleaning experts.

4. Do not put the following food items down the garbage disposal - Starchy foods like rice or pasta, fibrous foods like celery, egg shells, coffee grounds, bones of any kind, or grease/cooking oil.

Before reaching for a chemical drain cleaner, call (978) 355-1673 or contact us get professional help that’s healthier for your family and home.

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