How Do You Unclog a Toilet If a Snake Does Not Work?

If a snake does not work, this usually means the blockage is further down the line and professional equipment is required to reach and remove the clog. The toilet will need to be removed to allow proper access.

No. Although some people see short term success with small clogs, we do not recommend Drano. As it sits in your drains, it eats away at the blockage and everything around it. We have seen toilet bowls crack, PVC pipes soften and crack, and pipe glue dissolve. It is not a proper quick or permanent fix.

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Q: Why Do My Drains Smell?

A dried out P-trap can cause drain odors. If that has been ruled out and sewer gas is still present, there is likely a blockage caused by organic matter that has built up over time. The decay and bacteria release gases that travel up through the pipes and out of your fixtures.

Fast, Reliable Solutions for Every Home Drain Issue

Residential Drain Cleaning

We are equipped with professional motorized augers that will successfully clear your backed up drain within any condo, apartment, townhouse, or detached home.

Clogged toilets
Clogged showers and bathtubs
Clogged bathroom and laundry sinks
Clogged kitchen and bar sinks
Clogged dishwashers, laundry appliances, and garburators
Clogged floor drains
Clogged sewer lines and main lines
Removal of tree roots

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Commercial Drain Cleaning

We provide effective solutions for restaurants, office buildings, retail stores, and just about any business with a drain.

Clogged or backed up toilets
Clogged urinals
Clogged or backed up kitchen and washing stations
Clogged or backed up floor drains and sewer lines
Annual drain cleaning maintenance

Professional Drain Cleaning Services

Drain issues can be stressful, messy, and disruptive. That is why families and businesses across South Delta rely on us for dependable, thorough, long-lasting solutions. Serving the community since 2009, our team brings a deep understanding of local drainage systems and the experience needed to diagnose problems properly and clear them the right way.

We take the time to pinpoint the cause, not just temporarily clear the symptoms, so you are not dealing with the same backup again in a few weeks. Using professional grade equipment and real-time camera inspections, we make sure you know exactly what is happening in your drains and how to prevent issues in the future.

Whether it is a slow shower, a clogged kitchen sink, gurgling pipes, or a full mainline backup, our technicians bring steady expertise, care, and precision to every job.

Why Families in Delta Trust Absolute Plumbing for Drain Cleaning

Deep understanding of residential and commercial drainage systems
A full range of equipment ready for any situation – from small fixtures to full main lines
Camera inspections that show you exactly what is happening in your drains
Clean, respectful service—your home is treated like our own
We stay until the job is done right

Drain Cleaning FAQ’s

How Do You Know If Your Drain Is Clogged?

You will know your drain is clogged because the water in your toilet, tub, or sink will drain very slowly. When it is completely blocked, water will not drain at all. You may hear gurgling sounds and even see water coming up a drain in a different room if it’s more serious.

What Causes Drain Blockages?

The most common causes are excess toilet paper and other paper products, organic matter (ex: food scraps), products like shampoo/tooth paste, and tree roots. It depends on the area; bathrooms often clog up with hair whereas kitchens are often clogged up with oil and food.

How Do You Unclog A Toilet If A Snake Doesn’t Work?

If your snake doesn’t work, this can indicate that the blockage is much further down the line and professional equipment will be required to reach and remove the clog. The toilet will need to be removed to allow for access.

Is Drano Safe?

No. Although many people have seen success with a small clog, we never recommend the use of Drano because as it sits in your drains it’s continually eating away at the blockage and everything else around it. We’ve seen toilet bowls crack, PVC pipes softened and cracked, and the glue holding pipes together dissolved. It’s not the right quick or permanent fix.

Why Do My Drains Smell?

There could be a P-Trap that is dried out. If that has been ruled out and you still smell sewer gas, it’s very likely there is a blockage in your drain of organic matter that has built up over time. The decay and bacteria emit gasses that will creep up through the pipes and out of your fixtures.