There’s a good reason a slow drain is so frustrating: it’s a problem that’s happening out of sight. You can’t see the clog, you can’t reach it, and it’s a clear sign that something is wrong with your home’s plumbing. Whether it’s a shower that pools water around your feet or a kitchen sink that gurgles and drains at a snail’s pace, a clogged drain is a daily disruption and a warning of a potentially bigger, messier problem to come.
A-Keveloh Plumbing Inc. provides fast, professional, and effective drain cleaning in Carol Stream, IL. Before you risk damaging your pipes with harsh chemical cleaners, call our licensed plumbers. As a second-generation, family-owned business with over 40 years of local experience, we use professional-grade rodding equipment to clear your clog safely and completely. For a fast solution to your slow drain, call us at 630-963-0433.
The Right Tool for Every Clog: Our Services
Not all clogs are created equal. The blockage in your shower is completely different from the one in your kitchen. Our licensed plumbers are trained to diagnose the cause of your clog and use the right professional-grade tools to provide a long-term solution.
Kitchen Drain Cleaning
These are the toughest clogs, period. They are caused by a slow, sticky buildup of kitchen grease, food particles, and soap scum that hardens on your pipe walls. Our kitchen sink rodding service uses powerful augers with specialized cutting heads to physically break up and scrape this hardened sludge away, restoring full flow.
Bathroom Sink & Tub Drain Cleaning
The number one culprit in any bathroom drain is hair. Over time, hair, soap, and toothpaste bind together to form a dense, matted blockage that is impossible to dissolve. We use specialized “retriever” augers to pull the entire clog *out* of your drain, not just push it further down the line.
Clogged Toilet Repair
A toilet clog that can’t be fixed with a plunger is an emergency. This is often caused by an object, a buildup of “flushable” wipes, or a problem in the line. We use a professional-grade closet auger that is designed to clear the clog without scratching or damaging the porcelain bowl. (Note: If multiple drains are clogged, you may have a main sewer line clog.)
Floor Drain Cleaning (Basement & Laundry)
The floor drain in your Carol Stream basement or laundry room is your first line of defense against flooding. These drains can get clogged with lint, dirt, and debris. We can rod these drains to ensure they are clear and ready to protect your home during a storm or appliance failure.
Why “Liquid Cleaners” Are a Short-Term, High-Risk Gamble
When a drain slows down, it’s tempting to pour a bottle of chemical drain cleaner down it. We strongly advise against this. These products are a gamble that can cause far more harm than good.
- They Damage Pipes: The caustic chemicals (acid or lye) that are strong enough to dissolve hair are also strong enough to corrode your pipes, especially older metal or joint seals. This can lead to pinhole leaks and expensive future repairs.
- They’re Ineffective on Grease: These chemicals are notoriously bad at “dissolving” the solid, hardened grease in a kitchen clog. They often just burn a small hole through it, meaning the drain will clog again in a few weeks.
- They’re a Safety Hazard: If the chemical cleaner fails to clear the clog, you are left with a sink or tub full of highly toxic, standing water. This is a severe hazard for you, your family, and for our plumber who now has to work with those chemicals.
Our professional drain rodding service is a mechanical, not chemical, solution. It is 100% safe for your pipes and 100% effective at removing the entire blockage.
Carol Stream’s Most Trusted Drain Cleaning Team
When you call A-Keveloh Plumbing Inc., you’re not calling a faceless franchise. You’re calling a local, family-owned business that has been accountable to the Carol Stream community for over 40 years. Our reputation is built on decades of trust.
- Local Since 1976: We’re a second-generation company. We have solved tens of thousands of drain problems in DuPage County. We know what we’re doing.
- Licensed, Insured Professionals: Your home is protected. Our technicians are all licensed, bonded, and insured employees, not subcontractors.
- Upfront, Flat-Rate Pricing: We take the anxiety out of the service call. We will diagnose your clog and give you a clear, honest, flat-rate price for the job before any work begins.
- Clean & Courteous: We respect your home. Our plumbers wear boot covers, use drop cloths, and will leave your home as clean as they found it.
Don’t put up with a slow or stopped drain. For fast, professional drain cleaning in Carol Stream, IL, call the team your neighbors have trusted for decades. Contact A-Keveloh Plumbing Inc. at 630-963-0433 or schedule your service online.
Frequently Asked Questions About Drain Clogs
How can I prevent my drains from clogging in the first place?
A little prevention goes a long way. In the kitchen, *never* pour grease or coffee grounds down the drain. In the bathroom, use a high-quality hair-catcher on your shower and tub drains and clean it weekly. For all drains, remember the only things that should go down are water and (for toilets) toilet paper. “Flushable” wipes are *not* flushable. For more tips, visit the EPA’s “What to Flush” report.
My whole house is backing up. Is that just a clogged drain?
No. This is a critical distinction. If *all* your drains are slow, or if flushing a toilet causes water to back up in your shower, you have a main sewer line clog. This is a plumbing emergency that requires our heavy-duty sewer rodding service. Stop using water and call us immediately.
Is it normal to have to clean a drain every few months?
No, that is not normal. If you have a drain that clogs repeatedly, even after it’s been “cleared,” it’s a sign of a bigger issue. You may have a severe buildup of grease that wasn’t fully removed, or a problem further down the line. Our professional rodding service is designed to scrape the *entire* pipe, which should give you a long-lasting solution, not a-few-months fix.
