Drain Cleaning Services

Clogged drains are more than just an inconvenience, they can disrupt your day, damage your plumbing system, and even lead to water damage or costly repairs if left unresolved.

You can try clearing your drain with a plunger or other DIY remedies that may or may not work, or call us at Ongaro & Sons for quality work and ensured success. We offer professional drain cleaning services throughout Marin, Sonoma, and Napa counties.

Our experts safely clear blockages and restore normal water flow in residential plumbing systems. With since 1932 of experience and a team of licensed plumbers, we’re the North Bay’s trusted source for fast, effective solutions to drain problems of all sizes.

Drain Cleaning and Clog Busting Options

Our Ongaro & Sons plumbers will assess the problem and recommend the best solution for your plumbing system. The techniques we use are designed specifically for the size and location of the clog. We typically remove clogs that form in your bathroom, kitchen, and floor drains with a drain-cleaning cable machine, though we can use hydro jetting methods when necessary.

We recommend leaving drain and sewer line cleaning and flushing to professionals, like our experts at Ongaro & Sons. However, you can help keep your plumbing in top shape by treating it with a little TLC.

Here are some ways you can avoid clogging your drains and sewer line:

Only Flush Toilet Paper

Only flush toilet paper down your toilet, avoid flushing wipes, feminine hygiene products, paper towels, or anything labeled “flushable.” These items can clog pipes, damage plumbing, and lead to costly backups or sewer line issues.

No Grease Down the Drain

Dispose of oil or grease in the trash, not down your sink drain. After leftover cooking oil cools slightly, pour it into a disposable container to harden before tossing it into the garbage.

Use a Drain Screen

Use a drain screen across all the drains in your home. Add one to your sink to prevent food particles from clogging your drain, and another to catch hair before it goes down the shower drain. Attach a metal mesh lint catcher to your washing machine’s discharge hose, and consider placing a drain screen or lint trap in the laundry sink drain hole.

Use Natural Drain Cleaners

Pour enzyme-based drain cleaners into your plumbing system periodically to keep clogs from forming. These drain cleaners work best as a preventative measure and remove only organic materials. They are easier on your pipes than chemical drain cleaners. To further protect your drains and pipes, use a vinegar-baking soda combo to clean them periodically.