Kitchen sinks
Grease, coffee grounds and food scraps build up in the long horizontal run to the stack.
Drain cleaning
Drain Cleaning That Clears the Whole Line
Plunging moves a clog a few centimetres. Professional drain cleaning scours the pipe wall so water runs freely again and stays that way longer.
- Kitchen and bath drains
- Main line clearing
- No harsh chemicals
No heat, no hot water or a gas smell? Call any time, day or night.
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- 24/7 emergency service
- Tri-Cities, Burnaby, Surrey, Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge
- Clear quote before work starts
- Tidy, respectful work
- Furnaces and boilers
- Air conditioning
- Heat pumps
- Water heaters
- Book online in about a minute
Overview
Professional drain cleaning versus a quick fix
Most clogs are not a single object but a slow build-up. In kitchens it is grease that cools and hardens, coating the pipe with a sticky layer that traps food particles. In bathrooms it is hair bound together with soap scum. Drain cleaning with the right cable and cutting head removes that layer along the full length of the pipe instead of punching a small hole through it.
We choose the tool for the line. Small handheld augers suit bathroom sinks and tub drains, while sectional and drum machines with root cutters handle 3 and 4 inch main lines. For long kitchen runs with heavy grease, a more aggressive cutting head or follow-up maintenance may be needed. When a drain clogs again within months, we recommend a camera inspection so you know exactly what is happening inside.
Drains we clear every week
Each type of drain clogs for a different reason.
Showers and tubs
Hair and soap scum knot together just past the drain and in the trap.
Toilets
Wipes, paper towels and toys catch in the trapway or further down the branch.
Laundry standpipes
Lint and detergent residue narrow the pipe until the washer overflows on drain cycles.
Main sewer lines
Roots, scale and flushed debris restrict the line that carries all household waste.
Floor drains
Basement and garage floor drains collect silt and dry out, letting odours in.
Included
Keep drains clear between cleanings
- Wipe greasy pans with paper towel before washing
- Use a hair catcher in every shower and tub
- Flush only toilet paper, even flushable wipes clog lines
- Run hot water after using the garbage disposal
- Pour water into seldom-used floor drains monthly
- Clean the lint trap and washer filter regularly
How it works
How a drain cleaning visit works
- 1
Find access
We use the fixture opening or nearest cleanout, protecting floors with mats and drop cloths.
- 2
Run the cable
The machine feeds a cable with the right head through the line to cut and pull out the blockage.
- 3
Flush and test
We run water through every affected fixture to confirm full flow.
- 4
Advise prevention
You get specific tips for what caused your clog and whether follow-up is wise.
Why Able Pro for drain cleaning
24/7 when it backs up
A blocked main line can mean no toilets for the whole house, so we answer around the clock.
Camera on hand
If a clog keeps returning, we can inspect the line on the same visit when needed.
Pipe-friendly methods
Mechanical cleaning removes clogs without the damage chemical openers can cause.
We clean up
Drain work can get messy, and we leave your bathroom or basement clean.
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Questions homeowners ask us
Still unsure? Call (236) 222-2222 and talk it through with us.
How often should drains be cleaned?
Most household drains only need attention when they slow down. Kitchen lines with heavy cooking use and main lines with root intrusion may benefit from scheduled cleaning every one to two years.
Is hydro jetting better than snaking?
Jetting uses high-pressure water to scour the pipe and works well on grease. It is not suitable for every pipe, especially old or damaged lines. A camera inspection first helps decide whether cable cleaning or jetting is the safer choice.
Why does my kitchen sink clog even though I use a strainer?
Strainers catch solids, but fats and oils still go down as liquid and solidify in the pipe. Over time that coating narrows the drain. Wiping pans and avoiding grease in the sink makes the biggest difference.
Can you clear a drain through the roof vent?
Occasionally, but it is rarely needed. We prefer cleanouts and fixture access because they are safer and give better control of the cable.
What if the drain cleaning finds broken pipe?
If the cable comes back with soil, pipe fragments or heavy roots, we will suggest a camera inspection to locate the damage. You then decide on repair options with a clear quote.
Book your visit
Clogged drain? Let us clear it
Call (236) 222-2222 or book online for drain cleaning anywhere in our service area.
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