Maintaining a home in the Waterloo Region means dealing with hard water and shifting seasonal temperatures. Both of these factors can take a toll on your plumbing. While a small clog might seem like a DIY fix, recurring issues often point to deeper problems within your main lines.
Here are five warning signs that it is time to call in the experts at MTAC Plumbing:
1. Slow Draining Sinks and Tubs
If you find yourself standing in an inch of water during a shower, or your kitchen sink takes several minutes to clear, you likely have a buildup of grease, hair, or mineral deposits. Ignoring a slow drain usually leads to a complete backup at the most inconvenient time.
2. Unpleasant Odors
Persistent "sewer" smells or the scent of rotting food coming from your drains are more than just a nuisance. These odors often indicate trapped waste or a venting issue within your pipes that requires professional attention to resolve safely.
3. Frequent or Recurring Clogs
If you are reaching for the plunger every other week for the same toilet or sink, you aren't fixing the problem: you are just moving it. We use professional-grade equipment to clear the entire diameter of the pipe, ensuring the clog does not come right back.
4. Gurgling Noises
Do your drains "talk" to you? Gurgling sounds coming from the toilet when you run the sink, or bubbles rising in the tub, suggest that air is trapped in your lines due to a significant blockage. This is a classic sign of a brewing mainline issue.
5. Multiple Clogged Fixtures
The biggest red flag is when two or more drains are backed up simultaneously. If flushing the toilet causes water to back up into the shower, you have a mainline blockage. This is a plumbing emergency that needs an experienced technician to prevent water damage to your home.
