There’s nothing more frustrating than standing in an ankle-deep puddle of water during your shower or watching your bathroom sink fill up while you’re just trying to brush your teeth. A severely clogged bathroom drain is a common problem, but it’s one that can bring your morning routine to a complete halt. When a plunger or a plastic hair-catcher fails to solve the problem, it means the clog is deep, dense, and requires professional help.
This is a job for professional bathroom rodding. A-Keveloh Plumbing Inc. provides fast and effective rodding services for showers, tubs, and sinks throughout Wheaton, IL. We use specialized equipment to go deep into your pipes and physically remove the entire blockage, not just poke a small hole through it. As a family-owned company with over 40 years of local experience, we’re here to get your drains flowing freely again. Call our licensed plumbers at 630-963-0433 for a fast solution.
The Anatomy of a Stubborn Bathroom Clog
Unlike a kitchen sink, which battles grease, bathroom clogs are almost always caused by a different, notoriously tough combination of materials. Over months and years, these items bind together deep in your drain lines, creating a dense blockage that is impossible to remove without the right tools.
What We Clear from Your Drains:
- Hair: This is the primary culprit. Long hair, in particular, washes into the drain and forms a web or “net” that is incredibly strong and difficult to break up.
- Soap Scum: Traditional bar soaps are made with fats that react with your water’s minerals to create a thick, waxy residue (soap scum). This scum builds up on the pipe walls and acts like glue, trapping hair and other debris.
- Conditioners & Shampoos: Thick, cream-based hair products can also congeal and contribute to the buildup, hardening over time.
- Foreign Objects: Small items like razor caps, cotton swabs, or dental floss can accidentally fall into the drain, creating a snag that starts a major clog.
This combination of hair and sticky soap scum creates a blockage that liquid drain cleaners simply can’t dissolve and that a small, manual snake can’t retrieve. You need the power and precision of professional drain rodding.
Our Professional Bathroom Rodding Service
A-Keveloh Plumbing Inc. uses professional-grade, motorized drain augers, or “rodders,” specifically designed for residential plumbing. This is not the same as a small, hand-cranked snake from a hardware store.
How We Restore Your Drain’s Flow:
- Expert Access: Our licensed plumber will quickly assess the clog and determine the best access point, whether it’s by removing the drain stopper, the overflow plate on a tub, or the P-trap under the sink.
- Specialized Auger Heads: We select the right tool for the job. Our flexible steel cable is equipped with a specialized cutting head (often a hook or “retriever” head) designed to latch onto, break up, and pull back the entire mass of hair and soap.
- Thorough Cleaning: We don’t just push the clog further down. Our process is designed to retrieve the blockage, which is the only way to ensure the pipe is truly clear and won’t clog again in a few weeks.
- Final Testing & Cleanup: After clearing the line, we will thoroughly test the drain to ensure water is flowing at full speed. We always protect your bathroom surfaces and clean up our work area completely.
This drain cleaning technique is the fastest, safest, and most effective way to solve a severe bathroom clog and is completely safe for your pipes.
Why Choose A-Keveloh for Bathroom Rodding in Wheaton?
When you have a plumbing problem, you need a local team you can trust. As a second-generation, family-owned and operated business, we’ve built our reputation in Wheaton since 1976 on honesty and quality.
- Over 40 Years of Local Experience: We’ve cleared countless drains in Wheaton-area homes. We have the experience to solve your problem quickly.
- Licensed, Bonded & Insured: You are protected. Our plumbers are all trained, licensed, and insured professionals, not subcontractors.
- Upfront, Flat-Rate Pricing: We’ll tell you the cost for the bathroom rodding service before we begin. No surprises, no hourly charges, just one honest price for the job.
- Full-Service Plumbing Experts: We are a full-service plumbing company. If your drain clog is a symptom of a bigger issue, like a main line backup, we have the tools and expertise to diagnose and solve it.
Don’t start your day in a puddle. Get your slow or blocked bathroom drain fixed for good. Call the trusted, family-owned team at A-Keveloh Plumbing Inc. today at 630-963-0433 or schedule your service online.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bathroom Clogs
Why do my bathroom drains keep clogging?
If you have recurring clogs even after clearing them, it’s likely due to a persistent buildup of soap scum on the pipe walls or a partial blockage further down the line. It can also be a sign of improper drain sloping. We can assess the situation and recommend a more permanent solution if needed. Using a high-quality hair-catcher on your tub or shower drain is the single best way to prevent future clogs.
Is it safe to use chemical drain cleaners in my tub?
We strongly advise against it. These harsh chemicals are rarely effective on tough hair and soap scum clogs. They are also highly corrosive and can damage your pipes (especially older ones) and your fixture’s finish. Furthermore, if the clog doesn’t clear, you’re left with a tub full of toxic water, which is dangerous for you and our plumbers. You can find more information on what not to put down your drain from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
My sink, tub, AND toilet are all backing up. Is that a bathroom clog?
No, this is a much more serious issue. When multiple fixtures, especially your toilet, are backing up at the same time, it is a classic sign of a main sewer line clog. This is a plumbing emergency, and you should stop using all water in your home and call us immediately for sewer rodding services.
