Clogged Drain Blockage
Clogged drains can cause daily life routines to come to a screeching halt. Whether your toilet overflows or your sink won’t drain, clogs are a nuisance that need fast repair. The professional clogged drain repair experts at Gopher Sewer & Drain can help.
Signs of a Drain Blockage
There are many different drains located around your home. Their purpose is to remove wastewater from your home and into your septic tank or your main sewer line. If debris such as hair or dirt stops up your drain, that water has nowhere to go. As a result, you may notice signs of drain blockage such as:
- Water backing up out of your sink, toilet, tub or shower
- Bubbles in your toilet water when running your sink
- Gurgling noises coming from your drains
- Pools of water forming around your drains
- Odors coming from drains such as your sink due to food debris
If you witness any of these signs of a clog, it’s time to call for help. If left untreated, you may find yourself with a damaging flood on your hands.
Have a Drain Blockage Emergency? We Can Help!
Plumbing emergencies don’t stick to typical business hours. That’s why we offer 24/7 service to help you alleviate drain blockages around the clock. If you’re experiencing a drain blockage emergency, give us a call now at 612-424-2205.
Clogged Drain Services in Minneapolis
Gopher Sewer & Drain offers drain blockage services for homes in and around Minneapolis. Our team uses state-of-the-art equipment such as cable drain snakes and hydro jet snakes to clear drain clogs fast. We also offer camera inspections to help locate deeper obstructions within your pipes. Our indoor and outdoor clogged drain services cover a wide range of areas, including:
- Floor drains
- Basement drains
- Laundry drains
- Tub and shower drains
- Sinks and toilets
- Garage drains
- Roof drains
- Storm drains
- Downspout drains
Call Gopher Sewer & Drain Today
A drain blockage doesn’t have to throw your household into a panic. We can help! To learn more about our drainage repair services or for help with another plumbing concern, give us a call at 612-424-2205 for a quote today.
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What Our Customers Say
“I had a clogged sink and I called Gopher Sewer & Drain. They came out promptly, diagnosed the problem and cleaned my drain. The service was prompt, they were careful around my kitchen and cleaned up everything. I will use them again.”
Tom & Julie, Minneapolis, MN
“I recommend Pedro to everyone who asks. 1st of all he’s the nicest guy ever. Secondly you feel like you’re getting a fair price when you use him for a job. He actually came to my house one time and as I had a problem he couldn’t fix, he left without charging me a dime. I offered to pay him for his time and mileage but he refused to take my money. It’s not often you find that integrity in today’s world. It’s not fun to have to call a plumber, but Pedro will make the process less painful.”
Kristin O., Minneapolis, MN
“Had a drain backing up and was tempted to deal with the problem myself...glad I didn’t! Gopher was able to quickly dispatch someone to come out and assess the issue and within an hour had everything back to normal! Pedro was extremely helpful and courteous throughout the whole process. Will use again and would recommend them to anyone. Thank you!”
Cody J., St. Anthony, MN
"Pedro responded quickly and did a thorough and effective job resolving our clogged drains. We had a different plumber out to fix the same problem a few weeks earlier. That plumber snaked the drain, and that helped for a short time. Pedro soon figured out that the line from the kitchen was majorly clogged from years of use, and it had to be blasted with water. Simply snaking it was a waste of time. He also replaced a smaller line with a larger one. The amount of gunk he cleaned out was amazing. The money spent on the first plumber was a complete waste. Gopher wasn't cheap, but I feel like Pedro correctly diagnosed and fixed the problem.
Thomas, Roseville, MN
Previous Next"Amazing service! He was in and out in no time and left the bathroom spotless!
Ed, Columbia Heights, MN
FAQs on Drain Blockage
How Much Does Drain Cleaning Cost?
Do you offer 24/7 drain cleaning service?
What can you pour down your drain to unclog it?
How do you unclog a drain that won't unclog?
For tough, stubborn clogs that do not respond to safe, DIY solutions, it’s always best to call a professional who can properly diagnose and resolve the problem. However, for small drains such as bathroom and kitchen drains there are a few simple methods that could help:
1. Try your plunger! They’re not just for toilets folks! For smaller clogs your plunger works the same way as it does in your toilet - by pushing that junk down and out. Try 5 or 6 strong plunges and see if your water starts draining.
2. Check your P-trap. Sometimes small accumulations can sit down in the trap beneath your kitchen or bathroom sink. Make sure your water is off, place a bowl or bucket under the trap, and while holding the pipe steady unscrew the trap nuts with a wrench. Some water and debris should pour out into the bucket and then you will be able to inspect the interior of the drain for a clog.
3. Vinegar, Baking Soda and Hot Water: For slow moving drains try this DIY drain solution: Pour 1 cup of baking soda down the drain followed by 1 cup of vinegar. Let the baking soda and vinegar sit about 5 minutes, then follow it with about a gallon of boiling water. Repeat if necessary.
How do you know if your main drain is clogged?
Some classic signs that your main sewer line is clogged are:
- Simultaneous back-ups in many or all drains in the home when the toilet is flushed;
- Multiple slow running drains in the home;
- Gurgling noises in drains or the toilet when toilet is flushed or water is ran;
- Water coming up through floor drains.