Signs You Need to Clean Your Drains

Drains enable your plumbing system to function smoothly. When you notice something is wrong with your drainage system, take the necessary action to rectify the situation. While a few DIY tricks can quickly get your drains back to function normally, be on the lookout for drainage issues that require expert attention. 

Discover a few signs that your drains need a plumbing pro's touch.

Standing Water

Standing water is a sign that a clog in your drains will not let the water pass. Sometimes, using a plunger can do the trick and unclog your drain. However, if plunging does not work, you might want to consider expert services.

Slow Drains

You will often notice slow drains, mainly in the bathroom and the kitchen. Foreign materials that can't dissolve in water find their way into your bathroom drains or kitchen sink drains and slow down wastewater flow. Address slow drains promptly, as, with time, the clogs might block your drains entirely. Clean your drains every time they start lagging in draining your wastewater.

Several Clogs

Debris might accumulate in the drains, slowing down your entire house's drainage system. You can quickly fix one clogged sink using simple DIY tricks like a plunger. However, when several drains in the same household do not correctly, hire professionals to clean your drains. Professional drain cleaners have the right tools and expertise to clear all clogs in your drains.

Foul Smells

When waste material from your kitchen, bathrooms, or other sections of your house accumulates in the drains, you will likely notice some weird smells in your home. While your drains might work as expected, waste deposits on the drainage pipes can lead to a foul odor.

Unless you have the required skills, you will not get rid of the bad smell. Leave the drain cleaning task to the experts for a thorough cleanup to get rid of foul odors.

Sewage Backups

In severe and extensive drainage clogs, sewage water may come out through drainage points in your sinks and bathroom. A sewage backup occurs when waste materials clog the main sewer line and the municipal sewer water backs up through your drains.

Treat a sewage backup as an emergency, and call in a plumber immediately. A sewage backup is a health hazard that necessitates cleaning the drains and your entire house. Other than drain cleaning services, get professional cleaners to help you clean up your home.

Gurgling Sounds

Gurgling sounds coming from your drains as the water drains signify clogs are forming in the drains. Gurgling sound results from trapped air rushing out of the drains as the sink water drains away. A clean and unclogged drain drains water silently without any gurgling sounds.

Pests

Rodents and small insects in your sinks and bathroom can indicate issues with your drains. Fruit flies, for example, will be a common sight when food debris is in your kitchen drainage pipes. The drainage issue might be severe if you notice other large pests like rodents.

Clean your drainage lines to get rid of the pests. Get a plumber to check out your drains and clean and fix any issues you might have with your drains. 



Cleaning your drains prevents your plumbing system from developing any issues in the future. You should, however, hire professionals with the right tools and knowledge to clean your drains.

At Oak Creek Plumbing & Remodeling, we are committed to making sure your drains are best possible condition. Get in touch with us today if you need professional drain cleaning services. We look forward to helping you have clean and functional drains once again.