What to Do When Every Drain in the House Is Clogged

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Drain clogs are going to happen whether you like it or not. And while it can be pretty easy to get rid of a single one, it becomes a lot more frustrating when every drain in the house is clogged. 

So where do you start?

First, it's important to remember that you won't unclog a toilet the same way you unclog a sink. So when you have multiple clogged drains in the house, you need to take it one step at a time. 

As a top-rated drain cleaning company in Mankato, Babe Plumbing offers cost-efficient and highly effective drain cleaning services. Below, we explain how to unclog each type of drain and restore your home's plumbing system. 

Unclogging the Toilet

Toilet clogs are one of the more common plumbing problems that homeowners will experience. Not only is a clogged toilet a frustrating issue but an unpleasant one to deal with, so it's super important to unclog it as soon as possible. 

Perhaps the best way to unclog a toilet is by using a toilet plunger, but only if you use it correctly. First, create a seal and slowly push the plunger down. Then quickly pull it back up. 

Creating a seal and suction with the plunger is key to unclogging a toilet. But in some cases, the clog is too severe or deep for a plunger. When this is the case, use a toilet auger.

The unique design of toilet augers prevents them from scratching the porcelain of a toilet while going through the toilet bowl. They can reach deep into the toilet drain to clear and bring up the clog, freeing your toilet and restoring your plumbing. 

Unclogging the Bathroom Sink

Did you know that you can also use plungers to unclog bathroom sinks? You can use them similarly to how you use them on a toilet, but the best way to unclog a bathroom sink is by using a drain snake. 

To clean the sink drain with a snake, take out the popup assembly and stick the snake down the drain. Crank the handle while sliding the snake down the drain so that it breaks up the clog. 

Unclogging the Bathtub

You can unclog your bathtub the same way you unclog your sink. Get a drain snake and stick it down the tub drain, working your way through the drain and breaking up the clog. 

Something important to remember here is to stay away from drain cleaners. This might seem odd, considering the sole goal of drain cleaner is to clear drains and remove blockages. But most store-bought drain cleaners contain a variety of chemicals that can corrode your home's plumbing pipes over time. As a result, clogs won't be the only issue you'll have to deal with. 

Unclogging the Main Sewer Line

So what should you do when every drain in the house is clogged? You should give the main sewer line a look. 

If you have more than one drain clogged in your home, it could be due to a blocked main sewer line. Your main sewer line can become clogged for a number of reasons, such as an accumulation of debris that you flush down your toilet (baby wipes, toilet paper, etc.) or objects like children's toys, dental floss, and cotton swabs. Additionally, things like pouring grease down the kitchen sink can slowly create clogs.

In more severe cases, broken pipes or foundation issues can also create issues with your main sewer line. If either of these is the case, you need to call a professional plumber as soon as possible rather than try DIY solutions. 

One way to clean out the main sewer line is by pouring hot water down the drain for five or ten minutes. The hot water can break down the debris creating the clog and free up your pipes. 

If that doesn't work, you can make a drain-cleaning mixture with a few ingredients from your pantry. Mix together equal parts white vinegar and baking soda, then pour that mixture down the drain and wait for 15 minutes. As you might remember from your middle school science class, mixing together vinegar and baking soda creates a powerful mixture that's great for cleaning out stubborn clogs. 

After waiting 15 minutes, pour hot water down the drain.

Call the Professionals

If every drain in the house is clogged and you don't have the time to go room-to-room, the best thing to do is call a professional plumber. Plumbers have state-of-the-art tools and years of industry experience, so they know how to tackle even the most complex and stubborn drain clogs. They also know the most efficient techniques to use to get fast, long-lasting results.

Plus, professional plumbers know the best cleaning solutions and tools to use that get rid of stubborn clogs without causing any damage to your plumbing system. That way, you can restore your plumbing system's efficiency without worrying about causing other problems later, all without lifting a finger!

Contact the Babe Plumbing Team for All Your Plumbing Needs

Dealing with clogged drains, whether just one or multiple, is never a fun experience. They can make it difficult to complete routine tasks like cooking and cleaning. And if you ignore them long enough, they can create even worse problems for your home, leading to more expensive issues down the line. 

If you've tried the above methods or simply don't have the time to unclog the various drains in your house, give our team at Babe Plumbing a call. Our expert plumbers have years of experience unclogging all types of drains using efficient and effective methods. So when every drain in the house is clogged, you know who to call. 

When you have one or multiple clogged drains in your home, give the Babe Plumbing team a call at 507-481-1094. With state-of-the-art equipment and industry-leading techniques, we can restore your plumbing system in no time.

Author Bio:

Jeff Jordan and Anne Jordan

The wizards at Babe Plumbing. With synchronized finesse, they flawlessly orchestrate service excellence, transforming appointment chaos into a harmonious symphony of plumbing solutions, leaving customers impressed and ever-grateful for their unrivaled coordination.