Why Do My Drains Keep Clogging?

Kitchen: Grease, Grease, Grease

Even cooking oils that look like they pour cleanly will cool, congeal, and stick to pipe walls downstream. Over time the line narrows and food particles snag. The fix isn't another drain cleaner — it's stopping grease from going down the drain in the first place, plus a thorough cleaning (often hydro-jetting) to scour the existing buildup.

Bathroom: Hair and Soap

Hair and soap form a stubborn mat that catches more debris. Drain screens are cheap and dramatically reduce clogs. For existing buildup, mechanical removal with a small auger usually beats chemical cleaners.

Toilets: Wipes and Foreign Objects

Even "flushable" wipes routinely cause clogs. Toys, dental floss, and paper towels are common culprits in homes with kids.

Recurring Main-Line Backups

If multiple fixtures back up, or the same drain clogs every few months, you may have tree roots, a sagging pipe section, or a partial collapse in the main line. A camera inspection is the right next step.

When to Stop Snaking and Start Investigating

If you're paying for the same drain to be cleared more than once or twice a year, the math usually favors a one-time inspection and longer-term fix.

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