Drain Cleaning Tips: How to Prevent Clogs in Your Georgia Home

Clogged drains are one of the most common plumbing problems, but most clogs are preventable. Here's how to keep your drains flowing and when to call for professional help.

Kitchen Drain Prevention

• **Never pour grease down the drain** — let it cool and throw it in the trash
• **Use a strainer** — catch food particles before they enter the drain
• **Run hot water** after each use to flush debris
• **Avoid fibrous foods in the disposal** — celery, corn husks, and onion skins cause jams

Bathroom Drain Prevention

• **Use a hair catcher** — hair is the #1 cause of bathroom clogs
• **Clean stoppers monthly** — remove built-up soap and hair
• **Don't flush wipes** — even "flushable" wipes cause problems

When DIY Won't Work

If a plunger or drain snake doesn't clear the clog, it's time for professional help. Signs you need a pro:

• Multiple drains are slow at the same time
• Water backs up in other fixtures
• Gurgling sounds from drains
• Recurring clogs in the same location

Professional Hydro Jetting

When regular drain cleaning fails, hydro jetting blasts through even the toughest blockages with high-pressure water. It's the most effective drain cleaning method available.

**Stubborn clog?** Call on Ark — 912-682-9991.