Professional Drain Cleaning in Paso Robles

What causes drains to clog? 

Several things can clog drains. A clog can cause slow drainage, stop drainage, or even cause plumbing to back up. Some common causes for clogged drains include build-up of grease, food debris, hair, and mineral deposits, flushing the wrong things down the toilet, and overloading the garbage disposal.  Busy Bear Plumbing uses updated technologies to locate clogs and quickly remove them, getting your drains back to top working order and your life back to normal.

What causes plumbing to back up? 

Plumbing back-ups can be caused by the same problems that clog drains but might be deeper into the plumbing system, such as tree roots intruding into sewer pipes. Flushing the wrong things down the toilet may not cause an immediate problem, but over time, the material is pushed farther and farther into the pipes and eventually builds up and causes the plumbing to back up because the wastewater has no place else to go. 

How do I know if a drain pipe is cracked or broken? 

Foul odors, gurgling noises, wet or extra green patches in the yard, insect or rodent infestations, cracks in the foundation, and mold growth are all signs that it’s time to call Busy Bear Plumbing to locate and repair one or more leaks. Another sign is a spike in the water bill, indicating a leak. 

Why does my kitchen drain keep clogging?

When you have frequent clogs in the same drain, it may be time for a professional Clogged Drain Repair service. Busy Bear Plumbing can identify the source of the blockage and recommend the best solution. Stubborn grease buildup and recurring kitchen drain clogs may require Hydro Jetting to completely remove debris from the inside of the pipe.

One of the main causes of kitchen drain clogs is grease buildup. When grease gets into the drain, it traps food debris, mineral deposits, and residue of anything else poured down the drain. Over time, this material builds up and eventually creates a clog.

It’s also possible for a drain to have more than one clog. People tend to treat clogs with over-the-counter drain cleaners, which temporarily dissolve portions of a clog, but not all of the built-up material, leaving grease deposits to continue trapping debris.

Plunging to remove a clog can also push material deeper into the pipe, where it continues to build.

Sometimes, drain cleaners and plunging work, the clog is removed, and the drain runs clean for a long time.

When you have frequent clogs in the same drain, or in multiple drains, it’s time to call the plumber. At Busy Bear Plumbing, we use sophisticated camera and video detection equipment to locate clogs throughout the plumbing system. Our drain cleaning technologies remove the clogs and leave your drains free of grease and debris. 

What causes toilets to back up all the time?

Toilet back-ups can be caused by overloading the toilet, especially with material that should not be flushed. Blockages deeper in the sewer lines, such as invasive roots, can also cause toilets, bathtubs, and sinks to back up. Broken and damaged pipes can also cause sewer line backups. Blockages deeper in the sewer system often require Sewer Drain Cleaning to restore proper flow and prevent future backups. Using Sewer Camera Inspections, we can locate roots, damaged pipes, and other hidden issues contributing to recurring toilet backups.

Our approach to solving toilet and sewer line backups includes:

• Locate the source—using camera and video equipment, we can locate every blockage in the sewer system, including broken and damaged pipes.
• Upfront pricing—provided before we start work, so you know what to expect.
• Remove the blockage—using up-to-date methods, tools, and technologies, we remove all of the blockages.
• Repair or replace as needed. Based on our initial camera/video inspection, we will discuss recommended repairs or replacements with you before starting work.

Can a broken pipe cause a drain clog?

Over time, broken and damaged pipes can contribute to clogged drains. It’s easy for dirt and roots to invade a broken pipe and create a blockage. Eventually, material begins to build up at the point of the blockage, and continues to accumulate up the pipe. The same principle applies to damaged pipes.

Depending on where the break or damage is located, more than one drain can be involved, eventually leading to plumbing back-ups throughout the house. 

Foul odors, gurgling noises, wet or extra green patches in the yard, insect or rodent infestations, cracks in the foundation, and mold growth are all signs that it’s time to call Busy Bear Plumbing to locate and repair the damage.