While minor blockages can often be repaired with a plunger or a plastic strip, plumbing problems can worsen inside your pipes, and you may need drain snaking.
A clogged drain can be inconvenient and mess up your daily routines. When this occurs, some people may consider fixing it themselves. While minor blockages can often be repaired with a plunger or a plastic strip, plumbing problems can worsen inside your pipes, and you may need drain snaking. Cleaning the inside of your drains must always be left to the experts, and here is why.
Damage Plumbing Pipes
Since many homes in Maryland have been around for multiple decades, so have their plumbing systems. Because of the age of your drains, they might be more likely to corrode. Corroded pipes are more susceptible to damage if a drain snake is not managed by a professional. In addition, the tip of the snake can easily scrape the inside of the pipes. In addition, improper drain snaking can lead to water leakage problems, as the pipe can burst open.
Contaminated Water
When you attempt to clear a drain by yourself, you might come into contact with dirty drain water. This toxic water may come rushing out as you work to unclog the drain. You might also touch it as you maneuver the snake in the drain. When water and debris gather in a pipe, bacteria can form. B&D Plumbing is prepared to manage these situations. Call us today at 301-595-1141.
Injuries Due to DIY Projects
While it’s difficult to comprehend how someone could get hurt using a snake drain, it does happen. If you touch it wrongly, the tip can be sharp enough to cut you. You could receive an infection if you receive a cut and get dirty water splashed on the open wound. However, drain snaking takes time, even if you don’t have an injury like that. Spending plenty of time bending over or kneeling can cause fatigue and soreness and still not be able to clear the drain. It is better to leave it to the professionals at B&D Plumbing and stay safe.
Can Worsen Blockages
Sometimes, the best intentions don’t always turn out the way we hope. A DIY drain snaking process can sometimes worsen things. While clogs are often caused by something that hasn’t flushed through the pipe, sometimes they are due to mineral build-up from hard water. Unfortunately, these minerals can cause scaling inside your pipe, which drains snaking can scrape off and cause a bigger blockage.
Get in Touch With B&D Today!
Dealing with any plumbing concerns that require a professional to step in? Struggling with an absolute plumbing emergency that can’t wait? Let B&D Plumbing know. B&D Plumbing Inc. services the greater Washington D.C. metropolitan area, including Maryland and Northern Virginia. Get in touch with us by calling (301) 595-1141 or follow us on social media including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Pinterest. As a small, family-owned business, we understand how important your home is—and we offer exceptional service that matches!