Why New Orleans homeowners call for clogged drain
A clog that will not move with a plunger is past DIY. Forcing it can crack wax rings, pop p-traps, or push the blockage into the main.
Raised homes, under-house piping, and aging laterals below sea level.
Subsidence and tropical rain overwhelm drains. Common dispatch ZIPs in New Orleans include 70112, 70115, 70118, 70119. Nearby codes are covered — call with yours.
Call with your ZIP, which fixture is clogged, and whether other drains are slow. That tells the plumber if this is a local clog or a main-line backup.
Problems we connect in LA
- Water sitting in the sink or shower
- Toilet that will not go down
- Washing machine drain backing up
- Floor drain overflowing