Some common drains in the home are the dishwasher, the washing machine, the kitchen sink, the bathroom sink, the bathtub, the shower, and the basement. And let’s not forget your toilet drains. All these are connected to the system that is supposed to remove water and other associated substances out of your house. Keeping these drains clean in your Atlanta home or business is the job of an Atlanta drain cleaning company.

Improper venting is a common cause of drain problems. Venting can be affected by the size of the vent as well as by their placement. As water goes down the drain, air should be allowed in to replace it. Just like a vent on a gasoline can, the gas really won’t come out if it’s closed, but if you open it, the gas flows well. That’s how drain venting works, except with more severe repercussions. Improper venting can result in drains that emit sewer odors, drain too slow, or allow internal sewage backups. If you are having issues, contact an experienced Atlanta plumber.

Clogs caused by food and hair can often be remedied with a chemical solution. Be careful though because frequent use of chemicals may adversely affect your pipes. A clog sometimes will require physical action with a plunger or snake. A properly designed drain system will not clog often.

If you start having problems you can take preventative measures such as putting drain screens on your sinks and showers. If clogs occur deeper in the system, clean outs need to be accessed to remove the blockage. If the problem seems simple you can try to rectify it yourself. However most time it is wise to have it handled by a plumber.