Slow drains are among the most common problems Albuquerque homeowners face. Whether you are washing dishes or taking a relaxing bath, slow drains can be frustrating. Clogged drains can also be a sign that something more severe is happening to your plumbing.

Here’s what you need to know about drain clogs—and when you should act quickly by calling a plumber.

What Causes Slow Drains?

Some typical causes of slow drains include:

• Hard Water Deposits
• Minerals in your home’s hard water can build up over time on the inside of your pipes. As hard water deposits accumulate, your pipes decrease in diameter, reducing water flow.
• Hair, Soap, and Grease Deposits
• Hair, soap scum, or grease usually cause slow kitchen or bathroom drains.
• Older Pipes

Even if your Albuquerque home has newer pipes, if it’s older, you are likely to experience pipe corrosion.

Things You Can Try

If you’d like to try to take care of the problem yourself, you can try:

• Running hot water if you think grease may be the problem
• Running vinegar and baking soda down your drains (this can help, but will typically give you limited results)
• Use drain strainers to catch debris and hair.
• 🚫 Do NOT use chemical drain cleaners. Chemical drain cleaners can damage your pipes, according to professional plumbers.

When to Call a Professional Albuquerque Plumber

If you experience any two of the following problems, in addition to slow drainage, you may have a problem with your main sewer line.

• More than one drain is backing up or running slowly.
• You hear gurgling coming from your drains.
• Funky smells are emitting from your drains.

Professional Albuquerque Drain Cleaning Services

Professional Albuquerque plumbers offer expert diagnosis and safe, effective solutions for clearing tough clogs. They use specialized tools to restore your drains’ function without causing damage or risk to your plumbing and protecting your home from further issues. Typically, here are the reasons you may have a slow drain in your Albuquerque home.

• Grease
• Soap scum buildup
• Hair
• Hard water deposits
• Older, corroded pipes

Typically, plumbers use a motorized drain auger to clear a clogged drain. If your drain problem is severe, your plumber might use hydro jetting or a camera inspection to locate the clog and clear any debris or buildup.

Pipe Maintenance and Care Tips

As mentioned above, you should schedule annual drain cleaning to help prevent slow drains. Other than that, avoid putting grease down your kitchen sink and consider installing shower drain catchers to prevent hair from going down your drains.

Need an Albuquerque Plumber to Take Care of Your Drain?

Have a slow drain? Or multiple drains that always seem to drain slowly? Call Day & Night Plumbing. We have professional plumbers ready to service your drains today. Our licensed plumbers will ensure that your drains are serviced promptly. Call Day and Night Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling today at 505-974-5797 to set your appointment.