People often think that they can clear a clogged drain themselves. They go to the local hardware store and buy a chemical to clear the drain. They follow the instructions, but become frustrated when the drain doesn’t run freely. They may even return to the hardware store to buy another type of drain cleaner. This one comes with a small snake, but all of the homeowner’s efforts continue to fail. Today’s homes are very large and have a complex plumbing system. The clog may be far away from the reach of the chemical drain cleaner or small snake. Plumbers in Jacksonville FL, have the proper tools to locate and free the clogged drain.
They have a small camera that is on the end of a mechanized steel line. It can travel throughout the plumbing system to find the clog. It can even see what is causing the clog. Sometimes, a toddler will throw a small toy down the toilet. It is also common for tree roots to invade drains that lead to the septic system. Regardless of the reason for the clog, Plumbers in Jacksonville FL, have the equipment to solve the problem. They can decide to use a mechanized steel claw to grab the child’s toy and pull it out. They might also decide to crush it to pieces and flush it out of the system. Hydro-jetting forces pressurized water through the system. It can even clean tree roots out of the system.
Prospective home buyers have started requesting a plumbing inspection in addition to a building inspection. Turning on the water and seeing if the drain flows freely no longer satisfies them. They want a plumber to use their camera to travel the length of the plumbing system. This allows the plumber to see the condition of the drain pipes and to determine if the plumbing system will need to be repaired or replaced in the near future. Home buyers are even asking plumbers to review septic system maintenance records. American Plumbing Contractors is one of the companies that perform these services in Jacksonville. Homeowners can learn more here at their website.
