Drain cleaning in Atlanta

One drain or the whole house?

A single sink or tub that's slow usually has a clog in its own trap or branch. ATL311 lists being unable to flush toilet waste, or waste seeping up around a shower drain, sink or basement drain, as signs of a sewage backup inside the home (ATL311). That is a main line job; see main sewer line clogs.

Grease is a big cause

Atlanta Watershed Management says more than half of sanitary sewer spills in Atlanta are caused by grease. Fats, oils and grease that go down warm cool, harden and coat the inside of pipes. The department suggests putting leftover oil in a can, scraping food into the trash and wiping greasy pans before washing (Atlanta Watershed Management).

If you use a chemical drain cleaner

Poison Control says to wear goggles and rubber gloves, pour close to the drain to avoid splashing, and keep containers closed and away from children. Some drain cleaners generate heat, and mixing cleaners such as bleach with ammonia or acid can produce toxic fumes (Poison Control). If someone swallows drain cleaner, gets it on skin or breathes the fumes, Poison Control lists 1-800-222-1222 (Poison Control). Tell the plumber if you've already poured something in.

Checking the plumber

Georgia licenses plumbers through the Secretary of State. The state does not register plumbing companies, and only licensed master plumbers may run a plumbing business (Georgia Secretary of State). A Class I master plumber license covers single-family homes and one-level homes for up to two families; Class II has no restrictions (Georgia Secretary of State). Ask for the master plumber's name and check it in the state's licensee search.

Calling through this site

Our line connects you with an independent plumbing company that serves your ZIP code. That company sets its own prices and schedule.

Common questions

Why does my drain smell?

See shower drain sewer smell.