Heises Plumbing completed a professional drain cleaning in plumbing services in San Francisco, CA.
The Problem
The initial report indicated: drain cleaning services Toilet.
Our Inspection
Clogged toilet - something stuck down in p-trap (ball) May have to pull toilet .
Our Solution
Our technician completed the following repairs: The cost to replace one toilet would normally be . However, if both toilets are installed during the same visit, we can complete the replacement for total. Additionally, we provided recommendations for future service: Augered toilet Removed toilet Didnt find anything inside Flushed toilet/ no issues Flushed toilet with toilet paper Pressure is very slow Recommends installing new toilet This toilet is old and full of calcium Owner isnt home Grandfather let techs inside Sending invoice 1.0 . Here is the rough estimate for the toilet replacement. The recommended TOTO toilet models are: Elongated ADA: CST776CEFG-01 Elongated Standard Height: CST776CEG-01 i sent to customer via email on july 1st . following up on estimate.
Final Results
Following completion of the service visit, all addressed systems were verified for proper operation.
When is Professional Drain Snaking Required?
Consider professional snaking and cleaning if you experience:
- Isolated Blockages: Single toilets, kitchen sinks, or shower drains that do not clear with a plunger.
- Foreign Object Clogs: Hair, soap scum, or small objects lodged inside the trap.
- Slow Running Drains: Sluggish drains that indicate a partial constriction in the line.
Preventing Household Drain Clogs
To prevent future clogs, install hair catchers in showers, scrape plates clean before rinsing, and avoid flushing paper towels or personal wipes.
Plumbing Considerations in San Francisco
Properties in San Francisco and the surrounding Peninsula communities feature a mix of historic piping systems and modern upgrades. Homes with legacy cast iron lines are prone to internal scaling and root intrusions, making periodic pipe scoping and proactive system maintenance key for avoiding mainline water backups.
