When to Clean Your Shower Drain

Do you notice an unpleasant odor in your shower even after cleaning? The source of the problem may be a clogged shower drain. Most people neglect drain cleaning and notice the clogged drain only when it’s time to call a plumber.

The eater in your shower should drain completely and quickly, without any delay. The clogged drains not only block the water, but also cause unpleasant odors. Some clogs are very hard to clean, and you may need to call a professional plumber perform the drain cleaning.

Do not wait until your drain stops the water completely, and you can't use the shower anymore. Call a professional plumber to clean your shower drain as soon as you notice that it may be clogged.

Can I use drain cleaner?

Not all drain cleaners are the same, and using a wrong product to clean you shower drain may only waste your money, or even damage your plumbing system.

When is the best time to clean a shower drain?

The best time to clean a shower drain is as soon as you notice that the water drains slower. Do not postpone the cleaning, and call a professional plumber to help you. The smaller the clog, the easier it is to clean it.

Atomic Plumbing and Drain Cleaning Company specializes in cleaning of all kinds of drain clogs. Whenever you have a drain, pipe, or any other plumbing problem, call Atomic Plumbing for a fast and easy fix!

Kitchen Sink Leak Repair

The water under your sink is never a pleasant surprise. If you notice puddles in your kitchen cabinet under the sink, call the plumber immediately.
Meanwhile there are some things you can do.
If your sink is leaking, the reason could be the broken water supply lines, the drain lines or the seal between the sink and the countertop. A leaking pullout sprayer may also cause the puddles of water under your sink. The sprayer leaks are not always easily noticeable because it the leaks often occur when the faucet is running.

When you notice the leaking sink, there some things you can do:

1. Call your plumber. Some broken parts of your sink can be replaced easily, when the others need special attention. Trying to fix a leaking sink yourself may lead to a bigger problem. Attempt fixing your sink only if you know exactly how to do it. The guessing may cause you to break working parts and end up in calling you plumber with a bigger problem.
2. Shut off the water valve. If your sink is leaking, the water can be stopped with closing the water valve, which should be under your sink.

Do not wait for the problem to get bigger. You lose money with every drop of water. Environmental Protection Agency states that the average home wastes about 10,000 gallons of water per year due to water leaks.
Check for water leaks in your home constantly, many can be neglected for years causing your water bill to go up.
If you live in Hampton Roads area, call Norfolk Heating, Cooling and Plumbing for all your plumbing needs. The professional plumber will repair your sink leak fast. Call Norfolk Heating, Cooling and Plumbing today!