FAQ - Drain and Sewer Services

Common causes include grease, food residue, hair, soap buildup, foreign objects, and accumulated debris. Older or damaged piping can also make it easier for material to collect and repeatedly restrict water flow.

Recurring clogs often mean the original blockage was only partially cleared or there is another underlying issue such as heavy buildup, damaged piping, improper drainage, or root intrusion. A professional inspection can help identify why the problem keeps returning.

A sewer camera inspection uses specialized video equipment to view conditions inside accessible drain and sewer piping. It can help locate buildup, obstructions, roots, cracks, damaged sections, and other problems that cannot be seen from the surface.

Hydro jetting uses highly pressurized water to clean buildup from the inside walls of suitable drain and sewer piping. It can be useful for stubborn or recurring problems, although the condition of the piping should be evaluated before this method is selected.

Drain snaking mechanically works through an obstruction, while hydro jetting uses pressurized water to remove certain types of buildup from inside suitable piping. The right method depends on the location, cause, and condition of the blockage.

Gurgling can occur when normal drainage or airflow is being affected by a restriction or another plumbing issue. It deserves closer attention when it occurs with slow drains, recurring clogs, sewer odors, or water backing up into another fixture.

Sewer odors can come from several sources, including dry drain traps, venting problems, damaged seals, connections, or sewer piping. Persistent odors should be inspected so the actual source can be identified instead of simply masking the smell.

Yes. Roots can enter vulnerable openings in underground sewer piping and continue growing inside the line. Waste and debris may collect around the roots, creating increasingly severe drainage problems and recurring blockages.

Not necessarily. A backup may be caused by an obstruction, heavy buildup, roots, damaged piping, or another issue. Proper diagnosis helps determine whether cleaning, targeted repair, or full replacement is the most appropriate solution.

Repair may be appropriate when damage is isolated and the rest of the line remains in serviceable condition. Replacement becomes more likely when deterioration is widespread, multiple sections have failed, or recurring problems are caused by the overall condition of the system.

Speed Plumbing 2000, Inc. brings more than 20 years of plumbing experience to drain and sewer work throughout Inglewood and surrounding communities. Our team provides professional diagnostics, drain cleaning, sewer camera inspections, repairs, replacements, and maintenance with a focus on clear explanations and practical solutions.