The Costly Consequences of Flushing ‘Flushable’ Wipes

are flushable wipes bad for plumbing

Flushable wipes have surged in popularity in recent years, with many consumers believing they are a convenient and effective way to stay clean. However, what many people don’t realize is that these so-called “flushable” wipes can wreak havoc on your plumbing system, causing blockages, backups, and costly repairs.

Hydro Jetting vs Drain Snaking

hydro jetting vs snaking

Hydro Jetting vs Drain Snaking If you want to learn about Hydro Jetting vs Drain Snaking, you’ve come to the right place! The drain cleaner Ottawa has trusted since 2006 is here to explain everything you want to know! Your home drain system is cleverly designed to remove waste from your home using little more […]

Snaking vs Hydro Jetting & Your Kingston Home

snaking vs hydro jetting

Hi Kingston, John THE Plumber here! We get an amount of calls that you have a blockage of sorts and that a plunger isn’t cutting the mustard; it usually means that your blockage is solid enough that a more forceful tool is required to clean the drain. Professional Plumbers like us will use one of two solutions for blockages and pipe cleaning which are known as “hydro jetting” and “plumbing snakes”.

Slow, Gurgling Drains

Slow Gurgling Drains

The two easiest signs that a problem has developed within your drainage system is when you hear gurgling noises coming from your drain and notice that it’s operating slowly. This situation isn’t very problematic and most people choose to ignore what they have seen and heard. Do not delay! The longer you ignore the issue, the more time the drain has to continue backing up, and you can wind up with severely clogged pipes.

Unclogging Your Sink: You Can Do It!

unclogging your sink

Blocked sink drains are annoying and can bring on some anxiety as we anticipate the water overflowing onto our floor. Stay calm; there are several processes you can try to unclog your sink on your own, and John The Plumber is here to advise you on exactly what to do.