If you live in Point Breeze, Graduate Hospital, Grays Ferry, or Newbold, you’ve probably dealt with at least one recurring clog. Philly rowhomes often have shared plumbing realities: older lines, tight slopes, and buildup patterns that repeat unless treated correctly.
Why clogs return
Kitchen grease lines
Grease cools inside pipes and creates a sticky trap for food debris.
Bathroom buildup
Hair + soap scum gradually narrows drains until they back up.
Venting issues
Poor venting can cause slow drains and gurgling—even after a basic clearing.
Main line symptoms
Multiple fixtures backing up at once is a big sign the issue is deeper.
The “fix it for real” approach
- identify which fixture(s) are affected
- check whether it’s branch line vs main line
- remove the blockage and address the cause (buildup, venting, slope, or repeated misuse)
- recommend prevention steps that match your home’s reality
Services we handle (10)
- Drain cleaning
- Toilet clog clearing
- Main line troubleshooting
- Leak repairs
- Faucet installs
- Garbage disposal installs
- Shutoff valve replacements
- Water pressure checks
- Trap + supply line replacement
- Emergency plumbing response
FAQ
Is chemical drain cleaner a good idea?
It often damages older pipes and rarely fixes the root cause of recurring clogs.
