Sink, tub or shower draining slowly?
When one sink, tub or shower is slow, the clog is usually close to that fixture — hair, soap scum, grease or food building up in the stopper, the trap, or the first few feet of pipe.
If several drains are slow at the same time, the clog may be further down the line. See “Several drains backing up.”
Safe things to try first
- Clean the stopper or strainer. Lift out the pop-up stopper or shower strainer and clear away hair and buildup.
- Try a plunger. Use a cup plunger with a little water in the basin. On a double sink, block the other drain first.
- Run hot tap water afterward. Let it run for a minute to rinse loosened debris through.
- Skip chemical drain cleaners. They often don’t clear the clog, can damage pipes, and leave caustic water behind for whoever clears the drain next.
Call us if it’s still slow
If the drain is still slow after cleaning the stopper and plunging, keeps clogging, or smells like sewer gas, it’s time for a professional cleaning.
What 365 will do
We’ll clear the line with the right tool for the clog and check the trap and pipe, so it doesn’t come right back. You’ll get a written price before we start.