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Kitchen Sink Clog? We’ll Clear It Today

Your kitchen sink sees a lot of use—washing dishes, rinsing produce and disposing of food scraps. It’s no wonder sink clogs are so common. Our Ottawa plumbers specialize in diagnosing and clearing kitchen sink clogs quickly, so you can get back to cooking and cleaning.

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Common Causes of Kitchen Sink Clogs

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Food waste and grease: Scraps and grease from cooking solidify inside the drain, creating stubborn blockages over time.
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Soap and detergent buildup: Dish soap residue sticks to the inside of pipes, forming layers of gunk that restrict flow.
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Foreign objects: Utensils, bottle caps or small containers accidentally dropped down the drain can trap other debris and cause major clogs.
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Mineral deposits: Hard water minerals accumulate inside pipes, narrowing the diameter and slowing drainage.

DIY Solutions to Try

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Proper Waste Disposal

Avoid scraping food scraps into the sink. Toss solids into the trash or compost to prevent grease and debris from building up inside your pipes.

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Regular Cleaning

Flush your drain weekly with baking soda, vinegar and boiling water. Enzyme cleaners are another safe option for breaking down organic buildup.

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Use a Sink Strainer

A simple mesh strainer catches debris before it enters the drain, preventing larger blockages from forming.

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DIY Drain Cleaner

Mix ½ cup baking soda with 1 cup vinegar and let it fizz for 15 minutes. Follow with boiling water to help clear minor buildup.

If your sink still drains slowly or you hear gurgling, call us. Persistent clogs may indicate a deeper blockage that requires professional tools such as snaking or hydro-jetting.

Our Sink Clog Service

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Assessment: We determine the cause of the clog and select the safest and most effective removal method for your plumbing system.
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Removal: Using professional augers or hydro-jetting, we clear the blockage thoroughly without damaging your pipes.
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Optional camera inspection: If needed, we can inspect the drain line to ensure the clog is fully removed and no deeper issues remain.
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Prevention: We provide guidance on disposal habits, weekly maintenance and strainer use to help keep your sink flowing smoothly.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my kitchen sink keep clogging?

Recurring kitchen sink clogs are usually caused by grease buildup, food particles, soap residue, or mineral deposits inside the drain line. Even if the sink clears temporarily, buildup along the pipe walls can continue to restrict flow. A professional cleaning removes the underlying blockage completely.

Chemical drain cleaners are not recommended. They can damage pipes over time, especially in older homes, and may only create a small opening through the clog instead of fully removing it. Professional tools such as augers or hydro-jetting provide a safer and longer-lasting solution.

Call a plumber if your sink drains slowly, gurgles, smells unpleasant, or clogs repeatedly. If water backs up into the sink when using other fixtures, it may indicate a deeper drain or main line issue that requires professional equipment.

Need your kitchen sink unclogged quickly?


Schedule an appointment today and enjoy free‑flowing drains again.