It's hard to ignore the first signs of a drain clog. Water starts draining slower or even backing up in your sink or bathroom. There could be a noticeable odor emanating from your bathroom or kitchen sink. Drain clogs can be a pesky, inconvenient problem. A wide range of do-it-yourself clog solutions is available in most stores. However, for many clogs, these DIY solutions won't do the trick. In fact, they could make things worse in the long run. Below are a few reasons to trust a professional drain cleaner with your next clog.

DIY Cleaners Can Be Corrosive to Pipes

Many DIY clog cleaners utilize harsh chemicals to break up the dirt, grime, and other elements causing the clog. The problem is that these chemicals can also be corrosive and damaging to your pipes in the long run. If you use DIY products regularly, you may end up replacing your pipes sooner rather than later, which can be a costly process. A professional drain cleaner uses hydro jetting and snaking technology to remove clogs without damaging your pipes.

Some Clogs Are too Deep for DIY Solutions

Store-bought drain cleaners are really only minimally effective for clogs that aren't very deep in the drain. The further down the drain that the clog is, the less effective the DIY cleaner will be. A professional drain cleaner can get deep in your pipes to remove any clogs. In fact, they can flush grime and other material to prevent future deep clogs.

Professional Drain Cleaners Remove All Materials

Traditional DIY cleaners available in the store don't break up every type of material. For example, according to Bloomberg, "flushable" wipes are the suspected cause of a larger than 50% increase in drain clogs. A simple chemical doesn't usually remove those wipes. A professional drain cleaner can use hydro jetting or a snake to remove wipes, hair, solids, and other materials that aren't removable with DIY solutions.

Take care of your pipes and make clogs a thing of the past with a professional drain cleaner. A professional drain cleaner is often the most effective way to unclog drains and protect your pipes in the long run. Reach out to Midwest Hydro Jetting and Sewer Service today to receive an estimate or schedule an appointment.