St. Louis Drain Cleaning
When you have a clogged drain, slow drain, or backed-up sewer line, you need more than a temporary fix. Able Rooter provides professional drain cleaning in St. Louis for residential and commercial customers, using professional equipment and the right cleaning method for the problem.From a clogged kitchen sink or bathtub to a backed-up floor drain or main sewer line, our technicians can identify the blockage and determine the appropriate way to clear it.
Need drain cleaning in St. Louis? Call Able Rooter at (314) 372-0299.
Professional Drain Cleaning in St. Louis
Not every clog is the same, and not every drain should be cleaned the same way. A blockage can be caused by grease, soap buildup, hair, foreign objects, roots, mineral deposits, accumulated debris, or a problem farther down the drain line.
Able Rooter uses professional drain-cleaning and sewer-cleaning equipment to reach blockages and restore proper flow. Depending on the location and type of blockage, we may use rooter cables, specialized cutting equipment, hydro jetting, or other appropriate methods.
Our goal isn't simply to make the water move again. We want to identify what is causing the problem and use the appropriate equipment to clean the line as thoroughly as the situation allows.
What Types of Drains Can We Clean?
Able Rooter provides drain cleaning for many of the drains and sewer lines found in St. Louis homes and businesses.
- Kitchen sink drains
- Bathroom sink drains
- Bathtub and shower drains
- Toilet clogs
- Laundry drains
- Floor drains
- Basement drains
- Main sewer lines
- Branch and lateral sewer lines
- Recurring drain blockages
Kitchen Sink Drain Cleaning
Kitchen drains commonly collect grease, food particles and other material over time. A slow kitchen sink can eventually become a complete blockage.
If plunging or household drain products are no longer solving the problem, professional drain cleaning can remove the blockage and restore proper flow.
Bathroom Sink, Tub & Shower Drain Cleaning
Bathroom drains can collect hair, soap residue and other buildup. A slow tub or shower drain can be an early warning that a larger blockage is developing.
Able Rooter can access and clean bathroom drain lines using the appropriate equipment for the particular drain and blockage.
Toilet Clogs
A toilet that repeatedly clogs may have more than a simple obstruction in the bowl. If plunging only provides temporary relief, the blockage may be farther down the drain line.
Our technicians can determine where the blockage is located and choose the appropriate method to clear it.
Floor Drain & Basement Drain Cleaning
A backed-up basement floor drain can become a serious problem, especially when wastewater is involved. Floor drains can connect to larger drain and sewer lines, meaning the location where water appears may not be the location where the blockage began.
If your floor drain is backing up, contact Able Rooter so we can determine what is causing the restriction and where the line needs to be accessed.
Main Sewer Line Drain Cleaning
When several drains begin backing up at the same time, the problem may be farther down the plumbing system. A main sewer line blockage can cause wastewater to back up through floor drains, tubs, toilets or other fixtures.
Main-line blockages can be caused by accumulated debris, grease, roots, damaged pipe sections or other obstructions. Able Rooter has professional equipment for cleaning main sewer and drain lines throughout the St. Louis area.
Rooter Service for Tough Drain & Sewer Blockages
Tree roots can enter sewer lines through joints, cracks or other openings. Once roots begin growing inside the pipe, they can collect additional debris and cause recurring blockages.
Able Rooter uses professional rooter equipment with different cable and cutting options depending on the size and location of the line. The objective is to cut through the obstruction and restore flow through the sewer line.
If roots continue to cause recurring problems, a sewer camera inspection can provide a visual look inside the line and help determine the condition of the pipe.
Hydro Jetting for Stubborn Buildup
Some sewer and drain lines require more than traditional cable cleaning. Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to clean buildup from the inside of the pipe.
Able Rooter uses professional US Jetter and Harbin equipment capable of producing pressures up to 4,000 PSI. This provides substantial cleaning power for difficult buildup and root-related problems while allowing the technician to control how the equipment is used based on the condition and type of pipe.
Hydro jetting isn't automatically the right choice for every drain. The appropriate cleaning method depends on the blockage, pipe size, pipe material, accessibility and condition of the line.
See What's Inside the Sewer Line With a Camera Inspection
When a blockage keeps coming back, clearing the obstruction may not answer the bigger question:
Why does this keep happening?
A sewer camera inspection can help identify problems inside accessible sewer and drain lines, including roots, buildup, breaks, offsets and other conditions that may contribute to recurring backups.
When appropriate, a camera can also be used to show the condition of the line after cleaning. Instead of simply being told that the line is clean, you can have a visual reference for what is inside the pipe.
Why Does My Drain Keep Clogging?
A drain that repeatedly clogs deserves more attention than a one-time blockage. Recurring problems can have several possible causes.
- Grease or heavy buildup
- Hair and soap accumulation
- Foreign objects
- Tree root intrusion
- Mineral or scale buildup
- Damaged or offset pipe
- Improper drainage
- A blockage farther down the sewer line
If the same drain keeps stopping up shortly after it has been cleared, let us know. Finding the reason for the recurring blockage can be more useful than repeatedly treating the symptom.
Professional Equipment Matters
Drain cleaning is not simply about putting a cable down a pipe and hoping the water starts moving. Different blockages require different equipment, cutting heads, access points and cleaning methods.
Able Rooter carries professional drain and sewer equipment designed to handle everything from individual fixture clogs to larger sewer-line blockages.
For difficult sewer problems, we can combine mechanical cleaning, hydro jetting and camera inspection when appropriate to better understand the condition of the line and the work required.
Already Have a Price From Another Plumbing Company?
Before you agree to a drain or sewer cleaning estimate, give Able Rooter a call.
If another company has already given you a price, call us before you say yes.
Getting another price gives you additional information before you make your decision. We'll evaluate the problem and provide our pricing for the work we can perform.
Just get a price comparison before you make a decision.
St. Louis Drain Cleaning From Able Rooter
A clogged drain can be a simple fixture blockage, or it can be a sign of a larger problem farther down the drain or sewer line. Able Rooter provides professional drain cleaning throughout the St. Louis area and uses different equipment and cleaning methods depending on the problem.
When appropriate, we can use professional rooter equipment, hydro jetting and sewer camera inspection to help clear the blockage and better understand the condition of the line.
Recurring Drain Problems?
If the same drain keeps clogging after it has been cleaned, there may be an underlying issue. Roots, heavy buildup, damaged pipe, or a blockage farther down the line can all contribute to recurring problems.
A sewer camera inspection can sometimes help identify what is happening inside the line so you can make a more informed decision about the next step.
Need a Price Before You Decide?
If another plumbing company has already given you an estimate for drain or sewer work, call Able Rooter before you say yes. Getting another price gives you additional information before making a decision.
Call Able Rooter at (314) 372-0299 for St. Louis drain cleaning.
