5 Warning Signs You Need Professional Drain Cleaning

Not Every Clog Is a DIY Fix

We get it, grabbing a bottle of drain cleaner or plunging a slow sink feels like the easiest way to deal with a clog. But when your drains keep acting up, it might be time to call in the pros.
At Superior Sewer Solutions, we help homeowners in Jefferson City, Columbia, and Mid-Missouri tackle the tough plumbing problems that go deeper than surface-level buildup.

Here’s how to tell when it’s time to stop guessing and start solving with expert drain cleaning.

5 Signs You Need Professional Drain Cleaning

1. Slow Drains That Keep Coming Back

If water is draining slowly, even after using a plunger or “As Seen on TV” solutions, you might have a clog further down the line. Multiple slow drains are an even bigger red flag.

2. Gurgling Sounds or Foul Odors

Hear bubbling in your toilet or sink after running water elsewhere? That’s a sign of trapped air due to partial blockages. Smelling something funky? Waste buildup could be stuck in your sewer line.

3. Recurring Clogs in the Same Drain

Unclogged your shower last week and it’s already slow again? That’s not normal. Persistent issues like these often signal a blockage deeper in the system that home remedies can’t reach.

4. Water Backing Up Into Other Fixtures

When your bathtub fills up after flushing the toilet, or your kitchen sink backs up during laundry, your main line could be partially blocked, and that’s a problem that won’t fix itself.

5. You’ve Tried Everything, and Nothing Works

If you’ve used the plunger, baking soda, vinegar, and a prayer, and the drain still won’t clear, it’s time for real tools and real solutions. We bring camera inspections and hydro jetting to every job, so nothing’s left to chance.

What Makes Our Drain Cleaning Different?

Most plumbers stop at the clog. We go further. As specialists in drainage and sewer systems, our drain cleaning service is built for long-term results, not just temporary relief.

Here’s how we handle it:

  • Camera Inspections to locate the exact source of the problem

  • High-pressure Jetting to clear grease, sludge, and roots

  • No damage to older pipes or septic systems

  • Expert recommendations if the problem is part of a bigger issue

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A Clean Drain Is a Healthy Home

Left untreated, clogs can lead to:

  • Pipe corrosion

  • Sewer gas leaks

  • Water damage

  • Full-on sewer backups

It’s easier (and cheaper) to address the warning signs now than deal with an emergency later.

Your Local Drain Cleaning Experts in Jefferson City & Columbia

Whether it’s your kitchen sink, bathroom drain, or main sewer line, we’re here to help.
At Superior Sewer Solutions, we’re not your average plumber, we’re the team that takes on the jobs others avoid.

📍 Proudly serving Jefferson City, Columbia, and surrounding Mid-Mo communities.

📞 Call (573) 301-0141 or request a consultation to get expert help with your drain problems today.