Fulmer Heating & Cooling Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Drain Cleaning’

What’s That Smell? 5 Signs It’s Time for a Drain Cleaning

Monday, June 10th, 2024
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Your home’s plumbing has two systems which both need to be working properly in order for your home to function smoothly. There’s the water main coming into your home, which connects to all the faucets and fixtures with water lines. And then there’s the drainage system. This includes every drain, the pipes that carry the drain water away, and the sewer line they all lead to.

Drain problems can lead to some very unpleasant consequences, potentially even as bad as sewage backing up into your tubs and sinks! To prevent these problems, your drains and sewer line need occasional check-ups and cleanings.

How can you tell if it’s time for a drain cleaning? Well, the smell might give you a clue, and there are some other signs to watch out for as well.

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3 Signs You Need Drain Cleaning Services

Monday, May 15th, 2023
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Your home’s drains are out of sight, but when there’s an issue with them, they definitely won’t be out of mind. When there’s a problem, you’ll know quickly. A slow drain in the shower, a stinky kitchen sink, or some unusual noises are all signs of drain issues. 

If your drains are showing signs that they’re struggling, scheduling drain cleaning with a professional plumber will return them to tip-top shape. This service will keep your home’s plumbing working the way that it should. The major benefits include the prevention of blockages and costly repairs, the elimination of foul plumbing odors, and maintaining a safe, clean home. 

Let’s go over the signs that you need professional drain cleaning.

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How To Get Rid of Fruit Flies in Kitchen Drains

Monday, January 23rd, 2023
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Drain flies are a common nuisance here in South Carolina. The sight of these little varmints congregating in your kitchen is particularly unpleasant when you’re trying to cook and eat. You might be wondering why you have them and wondering if it’s because your home isn’t clean enough. However, it often doesn’t have anything to do with kitchen and bathroom cleanliness.

If you have drain flies around your kitchen or bathroom drains, there are many things you can do to get rid of them. Drain flies can warn of a bigger problem developing in your plumbing so here’s what you can do to get rid of them once and for all. Just don’t try drain-cleaning chemicals! You are better off reaching out to us for plumbing repair in Lexington, SC to solve the problem.

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Tips for Handling Clogged Drains

Monday, November 1st, 2021

You’ve been going at it for a while with the plunger, but whatever is clogging that drain in your kitchen or bathroom is refusing to budge. This is a highly frustrating situation that we encounter in homes all over Columbia, SC. Thankfully, we can also offer the solution to the problem.

Clogged drains aren’t uncommon, but sometimes they do take more than just some elbow grease to clear. But before you go get that chemical drain cleaner, hear us out. We’ve provided you with a quick guide to walk you through this process and give you the long-term fix you want.

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Why Chemical Drain Cleaners Are No Good

Monday, March 8th, 2021

A clogged drain is something that many of us will have to deal with at least once in our lives, if not a lot more often. These are common problems for plumbing systems throughout the country. When you start noticing some of the telltale symptoms of a drain that is about to clog, like a bad smell or a gurgling noise, you’ll probably want to get it addressed before it causes a bigger problem. We want you to pause though before you reach for that bottle of chemical drain cleaner.

Chemical cleaners are meant to offer a quick and easy solution to clearing a clogged drain. This isn’t quite the reality though. A chemical drain cleaner may offer a small amount of relief at times, but it won’t actually solve the issue in the long run. Let us explain why and tell you about some of the more effective solutions that are out there.

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