Drain Snaking

Clogged pipes and obstructed drains are among the more common and annoying plumbing problems homeowners face. At Summit Drain, our fully licensed and insured plumbers offer Ottawa drain snaking services to address disruptive drain blockages and ensure your drain and sewer systems are running smoothly.

Drain Snaking Ottawa

Drain snaking is the best option to clean your compromised drains. With the help of a drain snake, we can rid your pipeline of debris or silt deposits.

Our drain snaking service in Ottawa is designed to completely and thoroughly clear your drainpipe by physically removing all stubborn clogging materials. We have over a decade of experience cleaning drains, bathtubs, risers, toilet bowls and other plumbing components.

Plumbing Issues Solved by Drain Snaking Service

If your water does not work at all or runs very slowly, this may be a sign your water line is obstructed. It may be because of hair, ruffles, or other small debris. Fortunately, by
snaking a drain in Ottawa, we can help address the following:

Clogged Toilet

By using a drain snake, we can thoroughly remove hair tangles and small debris, effectively unclogging your toilet. Our drain snakes can be used for all types of pipes and this tool is great for preventing a small blockage from becoming a larger one.

Clogged Sink

After unscrewing the drain hole of your clogged sink, we insert our Ottawa drain snake into the pipe and make smooth circular movements to find the source of the blockage. Once we do, we break up the created debris and begin to unclog.

Clogged Bathtub Drain

If you want to unclog your bathtub drain, drain snaking will simplify this task. Our drain snaking tool is convenient to operate, easy to apply, and has a flexible design to carry out cleaning work.

Clean Sink Drain

Drain snaking in Ottawa is a cost-effective technique to help clean sink drains. The integrity of our drain snaking tools are tested beforehand to ensure extraction won’t be problematic.

Clean Sewer Line

By acting quickly to unclog your sewage lines, connections and seals are less likely to burst, and metal pipes are not as susceptible to leaking.

24/7 Emergency Plumbing Services in Ottawa

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What You Can Expect with Summit Drain

At Summit Drain, our team of expert technicians is committed to clearing your clogged drain quickly and efficiently. We take pride in offering prompt, reliable snake plumbing Ottawa solutions at fair rates that fit within your budget. Contact us today to schedule a drain snaking service with one of our professional plumbers.

FAQ

Drain snaking can damage pipes or become difficult to manage when used incorrectly. We suggest contacting a trained, certified plumber for professional drain snaking services in Ottawa. Using a drain snake carefully is especially important when cleaning old pipes because they are galvanized or coated in zinc or chrome, so special treatment is necessary for safe practices.

The cost of drain snaking services range between $80 to $1850. Our drain service rates vary depending on the complexity and severity of the plumbing issue, the type of drain cleaned, and the cleaning fixtures necessary to solve it and trap debris. Prices can also increase if there are multiple clogs or clogs in different fixtures of your bathroom. For larger plumbing issues, we also offer main drain camera inspection for $350.

FAQ

A main sewer line blockage can cause water to backup in random places. For instance, you run your washing machine and notice your sink overflowing – this can be a clear sign that you have a clogged drain line.

If you have ruled out a potential sewer drain clog, you can rinse your sewer drain by flushing it with water. When you flush your lines, try adding a bit of drain cleaner to the water. A great place to flush your sewer line is the toilet – a larger amount of water and drain cleaner can enter your system quickly and easily. Unfortunately, if you do this when you have a clog, it can cause backup and potential flooding – if this is the case, clear the clog first.

You should generally know if your sewer line is blocked with slow drainage. The purpose of the sewer line is to take all the water drainage away from your house via sinks, bathtubs or toilets – if you find that there is slower drainage in one drain then you can essentially clear that yourself using a drain snake or a plunger.

There is confusion regarding when you are responsible for sewer line repair. While some may believe that the homeowner is only responsible for repairing the part of the line that’s on their property, this is not the case. Sewer lines consist of multiple sections, the upper lateral, lower lateral and the main line. The city is only responsible for repairing the main sewer line.

If issues with the main sewer line cause damage to your lower lateral, which is most likely where the damage would generally first start – the city would repair this damage when they work on the main sewer line. Unfortunately, if there is backup and flooding on your property from the main sewer line, then the city would not be responsible. It is best to follow up with the city to see if they will repair any damage in these cases.

Unpleasant smells coming from your drains is indicative of sewer line issues and damage. You should always take these types of smells seriously as it could be toxic fumes slowly releasing from the sewer below into your home.

There are a number of ways to clear a slow drain using products found around the home:

Bent Wire – If you do not have a drain snake, you can try using a stiff wire – like one from a clothes hanger, leaving the hook to enter pipes and pull out any clogs. Try to make sure you don’t push debris further into the pipe.

Homemade Flush – Mixing baking soda and vinegar can dissolve any materials that are potentially clogging your drain pipes. This is a good and much safer alternative to store-bought chemical cleaners.

Toilet Plunger – Like plunging a toilet, you can try using this on your drains. Using a plunger on your drains can help get things moving by using suction. This should be enough to fix any mild blockages.

Aged drain pipes are at risk for corrosion which can lead to breaks. Summit Drain has both the technology and expertise to fix this if necessary.

Yes. Drain pipes are durable, but not meant to last forever. If you live in an older home in Ottawa, most likely the pipes are made from copper and can collapse in this day and age.

When it comes to a collapsed drain, call Summit Drain. We use trenchless technology to replace sewer pipes made from original materials without ruining your property.

Rock salt
Rock salt helps by removing moisture from the roots, which in turn kills them. Two lbs should do the trick, pour 1 down the toilet. Flush until gone. And repeat with the next. Then leave for 12 hours and don’t run any water.

Foaming root killers
Another effective way to treat roots in pipes is with foaming root killers. Pour powder into toilet and flush. It will foam upon contact with water. Not only does it help dissolve current roots, but also helps to protect against future ones.

Copper sulfate
Copper sulfate is another good option. Available at most hardware stores, pour roughly half a cup into toilet and flush until gone. Leave the home and take all pets and family members along. This is a toxic substance and banned in some places.

Should I replace old pipes?
There does come a time where it makes sense to replace your pipes. Over time they crack and corrode. It is recommended to begin routine inspections once your home reaches 50 years in age. For plumbing Services in and around the Ottawa area, nobody does it like Summit Drain.