A lot of people mix these two up, but they’re not the same.

Drain clearing:

What you need when water is already backed up. It’s an urgent service. We find the blockage and remove it so things can flow normally again.

Drain cleaning:

More like a check-up. It keeps your drains healthy by washing out buildup before it turns into a clog.

If your sink is already full of water, you don’t need cleaning. You need clearing right now. If your drains are just a little slow, a routine drain cleaning can help keep things running smoothly.

Most clogs don’t come out of nowhere. You’ll usually notice a few warning signs before it starts to get serious.

• • Water draining slower than normal in sinks, tubs, or showers

• • Gurgling noises from the pipes

• • Bad smells coming from drains

• • The same drain clogging repeatedly

• • Water backing up into a sink or tub when you use another fixture

If you notice these signs, especially more than one, the clog is probably deeper than what a plunger or store-bought cleaner can reach. When that happens, it’s time to call a local plumber with the right tools.

We’ve seen plenty of homeowners try hot water or drain cleaner first, and sometimes it helps a little. But when the problem keeps coming back, it usually means the blockage is farther down the line.

Around Bowling Green and Glasgow, we see the same types of clogs again and again.

• • Grease, fats, and cooking oil that cool and harden inside pipes

• • Food scraps, coffee grounds, and soap buildup in kitchen drains

• • Hair & soap scum in bathroom sinks and showers

• • Tree roots breaking into underground lines, especially in older neighborhoods

• • Mineral buildup from our hard South Central Kentucky water

Our area’s mix of older homes and heavy water makes clogs a regular problem. Add in a few wet seasons, and it’s no surprise that drains around here need a little extra attention.

When we show up, the first thing we do is listen. You tell us what’s been going on, and we start by checking the trouble spot. From there, we use professional tools to find and remove the blockage safely.

Here’s what a typical visit looks like:

• • Inspect the drain and figure out where the clog is

• • Use equipment like augers or hydro-jetting for stubborn blockages

• • Remove the clog completely, not just poke a hole through it

• • Run water through the system to make sure everything drains like it should

We don’t pour chemicals down your pipes or do anything that could cause damage later. Everything we do is safe for your plumbing and tough on clogs.

If the problem turns out to be bigger, like a root-filled sewer line or a collapsed pipe, we’ll show you what’s going on and explain your options clearly before we move forward.

And if you’re standing in a kitchen or bathroom that’s already flooded, don’t panic. We handle emergency drain clearing too.

People around South Central Kentucky know us because we show up when we say we will and we get the job done right. We’re a local business, and our plumbers are licensed, experienced, and friendly.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• • Fast response times in Bowling Green, Glasgow, and nearby towns

• • Honest, upfront pricing with no surprises on your bill. See our financing options.

• • The right tools for every type of clog

• • Plumbers who respect your home and clean up before leaving

We’ve been doing this work for years, and we know how frustrating a blocked drain can be. Our goal is simple. Fix it quickly and make sure it doesn’t come back anytime soon.

If your drains are slow or backing up, don’t wait for them to get worse. The sooner we get there, the easier and cheaper it is to fix.

Call Shane Elmore Plumbing for professional drain clearing in Bowling Green, Glasgow, and throughout South Central Kentucky. Whether it’s a kitchen sink, a clogged tub, or a backed-up sewer line, we’ll get things moving again so you can get back to normal.

Fast solutions, friendly service, and lasting results. That’s how we do plumbing in South Central Kentucky. See what our customers had to say!