Clogged Drain Emergency: What to Do Before the Plumber Arrives

Stop the water

Stop using water anywhere in the home if multiple drains are backing up. Every flush or load of laundry adds to the backup.

Is it one drain or the main line?

If one sink is clogged, it is a local clog. If toilets, tubs and floor drains back up together, the main sewer line is blocked. That requires sewer backup service.

When to call 24/7

Call our emergency plumbers if sewage is backing up, your only toilet is clogged, or water is spreading across floors. For non-emergency clogs, schedule drain cleaning.

Long-term solutions

Hydro jetting cleans pipe walls, and a camera inspection finds roots or damage. Serious damage may need sewer line repair.

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