Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Drain Cleaning’

No, Chemicals Are Not a Substitute for Proper Drain Cleaning

Monday, February 6th, 2023
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You’ve seen them on your hardware store shelves: plastic bottles labeled liquid drain cleaner. And if you have slow or clogged drains at home, it’s understandable that you’d be tempted to buy some and pour it down your sink. But should you do it? Definitely not!

There are a variety of reasons why liquid drain cleaner is a bad plan, and they fit into three main categories: your health, your plumbing, and your clog. We’ll give you some information about all three, to help you understand why we feel so strongly about it. Then, we’ll offer some alternatives.

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Common Drain Clog Causes and How to Fix Them

Monday, December 12th, 2022
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Clogged drains can be incredibly frustrating. They interfere with normal use of your plumbing fixtures, cause unpleasant smells, and sometimes even lead to water damage. It’s even worse if they occur repeatedly, or if you can’t figure out how to unclog them. 

We’re here to help. Here are some common reasons why drains clog, ways you might be able to resolve the clogs yourself, and pointers for avoiding them in future. We’ll also cover situations where professional plumbing help is essential.

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Drain Cleaning 101

Monday, August 8th, 2022
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Drain cleaning is a crucial aspect of your home’s plumbing system maintenance. It helps you keep your plumbing system functioning smoothly, helping to address and prevent clogs. In fact, regular drain cleaning can also reduce the chances of costly repairs.

Learn about the importance of drain cleaning in Orlando, FL so you know if and when to schedule this service for your own drains.

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Start the New Year with Clear Drains

Monday, January 24th, 2022

drainWe’re reaching the final days of January, but this doesn’t mean that it’s too late to get the ball rolling on some of your New Year’s resolutions. It’s not always about how you start. How you finish is just as important. If one of your goals is to keep your home clean and functioning, then make sure that you’re taking care of plumbing in Orlando, FL

One of the best ways to do this is with drain cleaning. Today, we want to take the time to answer common questions and give you the best advice surrounding this service. We’re professionals you can trust because of our reputation. We’re known for our exemplary service. 

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Is Coconut Oil Bad for Plumbing?

Monday, February 22nd, 2021

swirling-drainCoconut oil has become everyone’s favorite household item. You can use it on your hair, on your body, and even to brush your teeth. Although it might be great for you, though, the question arises—is coconut oil bad for your home’s plumbing?

The answer is yes. Coconut oil isn’t too easy on your home’s pipes. You can quickly build up a clog in your home if you get too coconut oil happy. If you’re looking for solutions, then your best bet is Orlando drain cleaning services. We’re here to help you solve any issues that pop up in your home.

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My Kitchen Sink Is Stopped up! If it Can’t be Cleaned With a Drain Snake, What Else Can be Done?

Monday, February 8th, 2021

dirty-drainYou’ve got a clog and you’re thinking of the age old solution—the drain snake. You’ve recently come across some information letting you know that this isn’t the best possible solution though. What’s there to do?

You should consider hydro-jetting. Hydro-jetting is the right solution for your home because it’s highly-effective while remaining low-impact. It’s not going to hurt your drain in the way that drain snakes can. This is specialized work. You should always contact our professionals for hydro-jetting in Orlando, FL. Our experts are always here to help you with the plumbing services you need.

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Why You Should Avoid Chemical Drain Cleaners

Monday, December 28th, 2020

Shower-HeadIf you’ve ever found yourself on any plumbing blog, then we’re sure that you’ve come across professionals advising you to avoid chemical drain cleaners. In fact, we’re sure that if you’ve spoken to a plumbing professional in person in the past that they’ve also advised you to steer clear of these types of products too. Have you ever wondered all the reasons why?

We are happy to answer all your questions about this. Our professionals are the experts in everything plumbing in Orlando, FL. What’s more, we’re here to help you out when you have plumbing issues so you don’t have to settle for chemical drain cleaners.

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Wanted: The Four Most Notorious Culprits of a Clogged Drain

Monday, April 6th, 2020

sink-drainClogged drains almost always begin as minor problems. Ignore the problem for long enough, and it will escalate into significant issues for you. Slow water drainage is one of the problems, and it is a slight inconvenience. But it can cause corrosion, flooding, and even sewage backup in extreme cases. You can end up with costly repairs on your hands and need services for plumbing repair in Orlando, FL.

Prevention is the best cure for any problem. To make sure the drains in your home’s plumbing do not clog, you need to understand why it happens. We’ve discussed some of the most notorious culprits of clogged drains and how you can prevent them.

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Could Your Drains Use a Good Cleaning?

Monday, February 24th, 2020

drainAfter you shower or use the tub, do you notice a pool of water accumulating and then staying stagnant in the tub or shower for a few minutes to an hour? If yes, then you probably have a drainage problem. If water does not immediately go down the drain while you shower or use the sink, then there is a problem with your drain. Specifically speaking, you have a slow drain.

A stagnant pool of water in your tub or sink can be disheartening. After all, you’d expect the water to go down the drain immediately after you’re done bathing or taking a shower. The good news is that there are services that perform drain cleaning in Orlando, FL that can help you fix the slow drain in your bathroom, kitchen, or elsewhere.

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Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About Hydro-Jetting

Monday, September 9th, 2019

The hydro-jet: a plumber’s favorite tool. You may have heard of it before, especially if you’ve been keeping up with our blogs, but in case you haven’t, we’ll tell you all about it!

Basically, a hydro-jet is a motorized device that was first invented in the 1950s. It uses highly-pressurized water to scour the inside of your drain pipes, blasting away debris that may be in there.

Though this sounds quite simple in theory, many homeowners still have a lot of questions about this device and about how it’ll benefit them. So for your convenience, we have answered some of our most frequently asked questions about hydro-jetting for you below. All you’ve got to do is keep reading to find out more.

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