Drain cleaning, or rooter services, are performed using a jetting process shooting a specific amount of pressurized water into the drain system to fully clean out the pipes. Apollo Home’s plumbing experts may use a camera in the drain as the water attempts to rush through it to identify the clog. This gives our plumbers more information to resolve the issue.
While the snaking tool in a drain clearing punctures the blockage, drain cleaning sweeps the entire drain, removing any leftover debris remaining after drain clearing. The two procedures are most effective when used sequentially if the situation calls for it.
Regular maintenance can prevent a clogged drain from ruining your day. The pros at Apollo Home offer an EPA-authorized product called Bio-Clean. It’s eco-friendly, safe and works by using naturally occurring microorganisms to eat away at the variety of substances adhering to the pipes in your plumbing and treatment systems. Although it sounds like something from a sci-fi film, Bio-Clean is actually easy to use and inexpensive.
For difficult drain blockages – tree roots penetrating pipes, for example – Apollo Home’s Cincinnati plumbers will usually perform a camera inspection, sending a small camera down into the drain to observe the problem area before determining a resolution plan. In a severe case such as this, the pipe (or a section of the pipe) may need to be replaced.
Whatever the cause, blocked drains are best handled by professionals. The hassle of attempting a repair the problem yourself can be an exercise in frustration and wasted time, and rarely results in a satisfactory or permanent fix. Call us today to schedule fast and professional rooter services for your home!